Vertx Commuter Sling 2.0 vs Osprey Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack

The main difference between the Vertx Commuter Sling 2.0 and the Osprey Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack is that the Commuter Sling 2.0 has Zippers (YKK® self-repairing nylon coil zippers) while the Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack does not.

Vertx Commuter Sling 2.0 Front View
Osprey Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Vertx Osprey
Name Commuter Sling 2.0 Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack
Category Commuter Men's
Sub Category Sling Hydration
Capacity (L) 17L 14L
Dimensions (in) 20 x 12.5 x 6 18.9 x 8.7 x 9.8
Weight (lb) 3.4 1.8
Fabric Bonded Nylon 210D Nylon Dobby
Color 10+ colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Vertx Limited Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 3, 2021
Rating 4.8 4.8
Price Under $175 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable padded shoulder strap Bike-specific shape harness
Sternum / Chest Straps Lightweight sternum strap magnet
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt Stretch mesh zippered hipbelt pockets
Zippers YKK® self-repairing nylon coil zippers
Main Compartment Access Front zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front and 1 top zipped pocket Stretch mesh front pocket, front zippered stash pocket, and scratch-free, heat-embossed zippered slash pocket
Water Bottle No No
Handles Padded satchel-style side carry handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Loop ID patch, MOLLE webbing panel, and Tactigami™compatible loop panels LidLock bike helmet attachment, blink light loop attachment
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Bike tool organization in main compartment
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel 3D molded foam back panel Countouring AirScape backpanel
Hydration Features Bladder Size Included Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir by Hydrapak
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Commuter Sling 2.0 by Vertx against the Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack by Osprey .


Vertx 's Commuter Sling 2.0 is a Commuter backpack with Sling features while Osprey 's Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack is a Men's backpack with Hydration features.

The Vertx Commuter Sling 2.0 has a capacity of 17L (liters), weighs 3.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20 x 12.5 x 6. It's made of Bonded Nylon and is available in 10+ colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack's capacity is 14L with a size of 18.9 x 8.7 x 9.8 inches. Constructed from 210D Nylon Dobby it weighs 1.8 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.