Thule 20L Lithos Backpack vs Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack

The main difference between the Thule 20L Lithos Backpack and the Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack is that the 20L Lithos Backpack has Handles (Top grab handle) while the Transporter Roll Top Backpack does not.

Thule Lithos Backpack Front View
Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Thule Osprey
Name 20L Lithos Backpack Transporter Roll Top Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 20L 25L
Dimensions (in) 11 x 9 x 17.3 19.7 x 12.61 x 9.85
Weight (lb) 1.6 2.1
Fabric Polyester Ripstop 400D Nylon TPU Double Coated
Color 8 colors and patterns 8 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 8, 2020 May 16, 2019
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable padded shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with safety whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable 25 mm web hipbelt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Weather resistant material
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Roll top opening with webbing and aluminium buckle closure
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 zipped side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal sleeves and zipped mesh pocket Magazine/document sleeve and internal organization
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can hold water bottle and umbrella
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Light lash point on front panel Loop for blinky light attachment
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop pocket fits up to 15.6" Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel AirScape mesh-covered ridged foam back panel

You're currently comparing the 20L Lithos Backpack by Thule against the Transporter Roll Top Backpack by Osprey .


Thule 's 20L Lithos Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Osprey 's Transporter Roll Top Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The Thule 20L Lithos Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 1.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11 x 9 x 17.3. It's made of Polyester Ripstop and is available in 8 colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack's capacity is 25L with a size of 19.7 x 12.61 x 9.85 inches. Constructed from 400D Nylon TPU Double Coated it weighs 2.1 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.