Thule Crossover 32L Backpack vs Thule Vital Hydration Pack

The main difference between the Thule Crossover 32L Backpack and the Thule Vital Hydration Pack is that the Crossover 32L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-resistant material) while the Vital Hydration Pack does not.

Thule Crossover 32L Backpack Front View
Thule Vital Hydration Pack Front View
Specs Brand Thule Thule
Name Crossover 32L Backpack Vital Hydration Pack
Category Mens Hydration
Sub Category Laptop Outdoor
Capacity (L) 32L 6L
Dimensions (in) ‎12.4 x 12.2 x 18.5 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5
Weight (lb) 2.2 1.2
Fabric Dobby Nylon Nylon
Color Black 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee Thule Guarantee
Release Date ‎March 7, 2014 January 16, 2018
Rating 4.5 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Perforated EVA shoulder straps with mesh covering Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant material
Zippers Water-resistant zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 3 front and 2 side pockets Zipped top pocket and 2 quick access side pockets
Internal Compartments Dual main compartment with multiple interior pockets Internal hydration sleeve, pump sleeves, and and zipped pocket for keys or small essentials
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit nutrition snacks
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Multiple grab-and-go handles
Loops and Attachments Light loop attachment
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15'
Tablet Sleeve Tablet compartment
Organizer Pocket Front organization compartment
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel with air flow channels
Ventilated Back Ventilated back panel
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes 2.5L Hydrapak reservoir
Hydration Compatible YEs
Other Features Other Features Retrakt magnetic hose return system

You're currently comparing the Crossover 32L Backpack by Thule against the Vital Hydration Pack by Thule .


Thule 's Crossover 32L Backpack is a Mens backpack with Laptop features while Thule 's Vital Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features.

The Thule Crossover 32L Backpack has a capacity of 32L (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are ‎12.4 x 12.2 x 18.5. It's made of Dobby Nylon and is available in Black in comparison the Thule Vital Hydration Pack's capacity is 6L with a size of 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1.2 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.