Thule Vital Hydration Pack vs Hydro Flask 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack

The main difference between the Thule Vital Hydration Pack and the Hydro Flask 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack is that the Vital Hydration Pack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit nutrition snacks ) while the 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack does not.

Thule Vital Hydration Pack Front View
Hydro Flask 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Thule Hydro Flask
Name Vital Hydration Pack 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 6L 14L
Dimensions (in) 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 18 x 10 x 7
Weight (lb) 1.2 2.2
Fabric Nylon
Color 2 colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee Hydro Flask Lifetime Warranty
Release Date January 16, 2018 January 9, 2020
Rating 4.6 4.9
Price Under $150 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap with integrated whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable hip strap
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Zipped top pocket and 2 quick access side pockets Soft pocket for sunglasses or a phone
Internal Compartments Internal hydration sleeve, pump sleeves, and and zipped pocket for keys or small essentials Insulated hydration sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit nutrition snacks
Water Bottle No No
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Light loop attachment Helmet attachment loops, webbing loop for bike light attachment
Lightweight Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Ventilated Back Ventilated back panel
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes 2.5L Hydrapak reservoir HydraPak® IsoBound™ 2L Insulated Reservoir
Hydration Compatible YEs Yes
Other Features Other Features Retrakt magnetic hose return system High-flow HydraPak® Blaster Bite Valve self-seals after each sip

You're currently comparing the Vital Hydration Pack by Thule against the 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack by Hydro Flask .


Thule 's Vital Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Hydro Flask 's 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features.

The Thule Vital Hydration Pack has a capacity of 6L (liters), weighs 1.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 . It's made of Nylon and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Hydro Flask 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack's capacity is 14L with a size of 18 x 10 x 7 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.