Osprey Daylite 13L Daypack Review | Lightweight, Practical & Small Unisex Backpack

0:00 - Intro
0:30 - Material & Aesthetic
3:09 - External Components
5:31 - Inside the Pack
6:22 - Durability & Testing
7:04 - Pros & Cons
7:32 - The Verdict

Osprey packs are available in stores all around the world, and they’re one of the biggest backpack manufacturers in the game. Having tested their Fairview 40, Porter 46, and Farpoint 40—which has seen over a year of use across 20 countries—we’re well-acquainted with them and we’ve been impressed with their quality gear at reasonable prices.

In this review, we will be taking a look at the Osprey Daylite. A 13 liter daypack described as a “lightweight and versatile companion” that is “a modern classic in a compact package.” In just over a month of testing, the Osprey Daylite has seen frequent use in and around London. In regards to durability, there are a couple of small abrasion marks on the front of the pack, but they’re hardly noticeable. And while we don’t expect this bag to last a lifetime, the quality components and craftsmanship should ensure its durability for a good while.

The Osprey Daylite may not be packable like the Matador DL16, or as durable as the Topo Designs Daypack, but it’s an incredibly practical bag that does its job well. The lack of a laptop sleeve may be a problem for some, but if you’re looking for a go-to daypack from a reliable brand at a good price, then the Osprey Daylite is a great buy.

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In this video, Rebecca Coates of Pack Hacker reviews the Osprey Daylite, a lightweight, practical, and small unisex daypack.

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[ZOMAG_DJ]

I’ve had my Daylite for 3 years now, and it’s seen a bunch of different conditions from mountain hiking, urban travel, planes, biking, camping, all the way to outdoor winter survival, and I have to say that I absolutely love it! Mine’s still in perfect condition, so you may have simply been unlucky in your fabric getting scuffed. The only downside to it came with the realisation that it wasn’t fully waterproof when I hiked through a storm. That being said, I’ve adjusted since, and it can hold out against quick a bit of water before it goes through. For my personal uses it’s really great, and I honestly can’t praise it enough! =D

[ACC-]

The awesome thing about Osprey is their lifetime guarantee 👍🏽 Just bought this smaller bag as my first Osprey is bigger and not an everyday bag.

[afsteelersfan]

I have had mine for about 2 years now for hiking, just took it on a Missions Trip To DR and it worked great for Airplane Travel. Plus I use the Hydration Pack for hiking. I plan to test it for commuting to work on my cycle this spring. It is the perfect size for everyday use.

[danielconroy]

Great review! Direct, no extraneous blather, solid production values. Helped me choose this daypack. Well done.

[ffarchduke]

this was such a well done, quick, simple no bs review

[andylgd]

The 13" MacBook Pro fits just fine in the sleeve.

[nathanpayne]

I love ospreys packs and have a small medium and large pack. This is my small one! I use it for carry things for work, I use it for hiking, hammocking or even just for walks. Also Thank you for letting me know I can take off the waist straps!

[EnglishYobbo]

Just the video I was looking for. Just ordered one for my upcoming vacation to hold an iPad, passport, etc. Thanks!

[zerrubabbel]

I have the older version of this pack [ I used to have 2, but I gave one away]. I bought it in the fall of 2015... its been on many adventures in the woods, to other cities, and it was my daily pack for a long time... My second one was dedicated as a work bag...


I can speak well to the durability of this bag... mine has a little bit more wear on the ripstop material on the face than the one displayed in the video, but it mostly looks like cosmetic damage and I'm not worried about the structural integrity... There are a couple of snags towards the bottom, but they're small and hard to see...


It's not my daily pack anymore, but I still like it. If it seems like a good candidate to prospective buyers, then I totally recommend giving it consideration.

[ewaste]

My eggplant purple Osprey daylite looks just beautiful. The colour is the same as the one showed in your rewiew.

[shez]

Thanks so much for this really excellent video! I've been struggling trying to make a choice online without seeing the backpacks. Your very thorough review has convinced me that this one will work well for me and I can now make a purchase with confidence.

[RosieHead]

Does the bag stay standing up when put down on the ground or do you have to lean it up against something to stop it falling over (like my North Face bag does)?

[nathangriff]

Do yourself a favor and checkout the Daylite Plus. Its got the same 'pros' as this one and more. It costs just a little more and you get a lot more so check it out.

[danpluso]

Thanks for the video! I'm getting this for dirt biking due to it's light weight and it should be durable enough. I've seen dirt bike specific bags with much higher delirium ratings (800ish) but this one is still pretty high. The Osprey also has the better warranty so if it rips I should be able to get it fixed/replaced.

[kerinieforth]

I had to send this pack back, despite it's many great reviews. The integrated handle at the top dug into my neck and was a deal breaker. Change the design, Osprey!

[simonjanssen]

I wouldn't expect a laptop sleeve for a pack of this size..it's clearly not meant as an office or school bag. There are plenty of other options if someone wants space for one's tech stuff. As a general freetime or travel day pack it works fine IMO.

[SudiptoKolkata]

There isn't any rain cover, is there? Not a deal breaker but nice to have.

[jomei]

Osprey Axis 18 is also a great EDC daypack, and has several advantages over the Daylite such as separate glasses pocket, sturdier harness and it can easily take a 14" laptop plus a tablet. Would love to see a review of the Axis 18 by Packhacker :-)

[KeithDevens]

FWIW I've been bringing a 15" Macbook Pro to work in the sleeve of my (older model) Daylite for years.

[AirBrice]

very nice pack ... and if people really want a laptop sleeve, they can get the Daylite Plus ;)
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