Thule Vital Hydration Pack vs Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack

The main difference between the Thule Vital Hydration Pack and the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is that the Vital Hydration Pack has Internal Compartments (Internal hydration sleeve, pump sleeves, and and zipped pocket for keys or small essentials) while the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack does not.

Thule Vital Hydration Pack Front View
Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Thule Osprey
Name Vital Hydration Pack Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 6L 20L
Dimensions (in) 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6
Weight (lb) 1.2 1.9
Fabric Nylon 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb
Color 2 colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date January 16, 2018 December 28, 2018
Rating 4.6 4.9
Price Under $150 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Zipped top pocket and 2 quick access side pockets Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal hydration sleeve, pump sleeves, and and zipped pocket for keys or small essentials
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit nutrition snacks Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Light loop attachment LidLock helmet carry, light loop attachment
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Zippered tool organization pocket
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AirSpeed backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated removable high-visibility raincover
Load Lifters Yes
Ventilated Back Ventilated back panel
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes 2.5L Hydrapak reservoir Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir
Hydration Compatible YEs Yes
Other Features Other Features Retrakt magnetic hose return system

You're currently comparing the Vital Hydration Pack by Thule against the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack by Osprey .


Thule 's Vital Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Osprey 's Syncro 20 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 Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 inches. Constructed from 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb it weighs 1.9 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.