Osprey Aura AG LT 65 vs Osprey Eja Pro 55
Quick take: The Osprey Aura AG LT 65 costs $5 less; the Osprey Aura AG LT 65 carries more (65 vs 55 liters); the Osprey Eja Pro 55 is lighter (2.1 vs 4 lbs).
Which one to buy
Your base weight decides between these two Osprey women's packs, which sit $5 apart. The Eja Pro 55 weighs 2.1 lbs, 1.9 lbs less than the Aura AG LT 65, but it is rated for 10-30 lbs. The Aura LT carries 30-40 lbs on its suspended AntiGravity mesh, so if long water carries or a bulky winter kit push you past 30, the Eja Pro is the wrong tool however light it is.
The Eja Pro is easier to size from home: XS/S fits 13-17 in torsos and M/L 16-20 in, reaching shorter torsos than most packs. The Aura LT's WXS/S and WM/L sizes are best checked in person. Neither adjusts torso length within a size.
The Aura LT also brings things the Eja Pro skips: a raincover, hipbelt pockets and a side zip into the main bag. The Eja Pro counters with a removable lid and a NanoFly UHMWPE ripstop that is built for abrasion at low weight. With a light, dialed kit, the Eja Pro is the better pack; the Aura LT suits heavier loads and fewer compromises.
Osprey Aura AG LT 65
Best if your loads land between 30 and 40 lbs, or you want a raincover and hipbelt pockets included rather than added later.
Osprey Eja Pro 55
For women with a lightweight base who keep total weight under 30 lbs and want a torso range that starts at 13 in.
| Spec | Osprey Aura AG LT 65 | Osprey Eja Pro 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $320 | $325 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | Traditional Pack | Ultralight Pack |
| Frame Type | Internal Frame | Internal Frame |
| Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
| Weight | 4.0 lbs | 2.1 lbs |
| Max Load | 30-40 lbs | 10-30 lbs |
| Torso Fit | See manufacturer sizing | XS/S 13-17 in, M/L 16-20 in |
| Material | bluesign-approved recycled 210D honeycomb nylon, 210D high-tenacity accents, 500D high-tenacity bottom, PFAS-free DWR | NanoFly 100D nylon x 200D UHMWPE ripstop, PFAS-free DWR |
| Back Panel | AntiGravity suspended mesh | AirSpeed 3D-tensioned breathable mesh |
| Adjustable torso | No | No |
| Ventilated back | Yes | Yes |
| Raincover included | Yes | No |
| Hipbelt pockets | Yes | No |
| Removable lid | No | Yes |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | Yes |
| Fits BV500 bear can | No | No |
| Warranty | Osprey All Mighty Guarantee (lifetime) | Osprey All Mighty Guarantee (lifetime) |
Pros & cons
Osprey Aura AG LT 65
- ✓AntiGravity suspended mesh keeps the back off the body for airflow
- ✓Raincover built in
- ✓Curved side zip reaches the main compartment without unpacking the top
- ✓Load range of 30-40 lbs is published
- ✓Dual zippered hipbelt pockets and tall dual-access bottle pockets
- ✓50 L version weighs almost the same, about 4.0 lbs
- ✗4.0 lbs is heavy next to frameless or UL packs of the same volume
- ✗Sold in WXS/S and WM/L with no inch range published to check fit against
- ✗No lid removal stated, so the lidless option is unclear
- ✗US price for the 50 L was not available
Osprey Eja Pro 55
- ✓2.1 lbs with a framed, ventilated mesh back
- ✓NanoFly UHMWPE ripstop combines nylon with UHMWPE for abrasion resistance at low weight
- ✓Removable lid for a lighter, simpler setup
- ✓XS/S fits torsos from 13 in
- ✓Large front compression pocket expands for overloads
- ✗$325 list price, $40 more than the Eja 58
- ✗10-30 lb rating limits food and water carries
- ✗No hipbelt pockets listed
- ✗No raincover included
- ✗Torso is set by size, not adjustable
Osprey Aura AG LT 65 vs Osprey Eja Pro 55: common questions
Is the Eja Pro 55 big enough to replace the Aura AG LT 65 on a multi-day trip?▾
Only if your kit is compact and light. It holds 10 L less and has a 10-30 lb rating, against the Aura LT's 30-40 lbs. Bulky sleeping gear or long food carries are where the Aura LT's extra room and load rating matter.
What do I give up for the Eja Pro 55's lower weight?▾
Hipbelt pockets and a raincover, both of which the Aura AG LT 65 includes, plus 10 lbs off the top of the rated load. You gain 1.9 lbs back and a lid you can remove to save more.
Which fits a very short torso better?▾
The Eja Pro 55, whose XS/S size fits torsos from 13 in. The Aura AG LT 65 comes in WXS/S and WM/L, so a short-torsoed hiker should try it on before buying.