Gregory Juno 24 H2O vs Gregory Nano 18
Quick take: The Gregory Nano 18 costs $75 less; the Gregory Juno 24 H2O carries more (24 vs 18 liters); the Gregory Nano 18 is lighter (1.09 vs 1.94 lbs).
| Spec | Gregory Juno 24 H2O | Gregory Nano 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $150 | $75 |
| Rating | 4.5★ (82) | — |
| Type | Daypack | Daypack |
| Frame Type | Internal Frame | Internal Frame |
| Capacity | 24 L | 18 L |
| Weight | 1.94 lbs | 1.09 lbs |
| Max Load | Not specified by Gregory | Not specified by the manufacturer |
| Torso Fit | Women's fit, one size | One size |
| Material | 210D honeycomb CryptoRip nylon with 420D high density nylon base | 210D honeycomb CryptoRip nylon with 420D high density base |
| Back Panel | Ventilated suspended panel | Perforated CLPE foam |
| Adjustable torso | No | No |
| Ventilated back | Yes | Yes |
| Raincover included | No | No |
| Hipbelt pockets | Yes | No |
| Removable lid | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | Yes |
| Fits BV500 bear can | No | No |
| Warranty | Gregory lifetime warranty | Manufacturer warranty; terms not published |
Pros & cons
Gregory Juno 24 H2O
- ✓$150 with a reservoir included is the best value of any hydration daypack in this catalog.
- ✓1.94 lb is lighter than the men's Citro 24 despite adding a 420D reinforced base.
- ✓A 420D high density base is real reinforcement on the panel that sees the most wear.
- ✓Undercuts the Osprey Mira 24 by $60 and by 1.34 lb.
- ✓210D honeycomb CryptoRip resists tear spread better than plain nylon.
- ✓Ventilated suspended panel rather than contact foam.
- ✓Hipbelt pockets included.
- ✓Gregory's lifetime warranty.
- ✗No torso adjustment.
- ✗Gregory publishes no maximum load figure.
- ✗Reservoir capacity is not stated in the source, unlike the men's Citro's 3 L.
- ✗No rain cover included.
- ✗Only one volume could be confirmed with a current price.
- ✗A bundled bladder is wasted money for bottle users.
- ✗gregory.com blocks automated access, so pricing rests on a single gear-media source.
- ✗Bear-canister fit is not stated and is irrelevant at this size.
Gregory Nano 18
- ✓$75 with a 420D reinforced base is unusual value; most packs this cheap use one thin fabric throughout.
- ✓17.5 oz is genuinely light for a pack with real fabric rather than ultralight nylon.
- ✓210D honeycomb CryptoRip resists tear propagation better than plain ripstop.
- ✓Perforated CLPE foam gives some airflow without the bulk of a suspended panel.
- ✓Gregory's lifetime warranty applies even at this price point.
- ✓Simple enough to work as a commuter pack as well as on trail.
- ✓Half the price of the Arc'teryx Aerios 18 at the same volume.
- ✓Widely available at mainstream retail.
- ✗No frame or framesheet; the foam pad is the only structure.
- ✗18 L is small for a full day in variable weather.
- ✗No hipbelt pockets and only a minimal waist strap.
- ✗Gregory publishes no maximum load figure.
- ✗Perforated foam ventilates far less than a suspended mesh panel.
- ✗No rain cover included.
- ✗One size only, with no torso adjustment.
- ✗Basic feature set compared with the Zulu 24 LT at $105 more.