Osprey

The Osprey Daylite Sling is ideal for quick excursions—on the trail or in the city—though it gets uncomfortable to carry on longer treks.

One of the smallest and lightest packable backpacks available, the Osprey Ultralight Stuff Pack is great for travel—though it lacks internal organization.

The Osprey Daylite Plus is a versatile daypack that delivers a comfortable carry—we just wish the side water bottle pockets were a bit more secure.

The Osprey Transporter 40 claims to be a “brilliant all-round travel pack,” but it falls short in a few key areas. While we like the hideaway harness system and compression cube, the lack of a water bottle pocket and laptop compartment prove tough to deal with in a real-world environment.

There’s no getting around it, the Osprey Ultralight Packing Cubes rank among the best packing cubes we’ve tested to date. They’re lightweight, easy to organize, durable, and easy on the wallet. Even though the material is a bit slick and they only have one zipper, these cubes are an ideal set for your one bag travel pack.

If you’re looking for a go-to daypack from a trusted and reliable brand, you can’t go wrong with the Osprey Daylite. We’ve been impressed with its harness system and comfortable carry, but the lack of a dedicated laptop compartment may be an issue for some.