Osprey Manta 24 vs Osprey Mira 24
Quick take: The Osprey Mira 24 is lighter (3.28 vs 3.4 lbs).
| Spec | Osprey Manta 24 | Osprey Mira 24 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $210 | $210 |
| Rating | 4.4★ (10) | — |
| Type | Daypack | Daypack |
| Frame Type | Internal Frame | Internal Frame |
| Capacity | 24 L | 24 L |
| Weight | 3.4 lbs | 3.28 lbs |
| Max Load | Not specified by Osprey | Not specified by Osprey |
| Torso Fit | One size, adjustable harness | Women's fit, adjustable harness |
| Material | Recycled nylon with PFAS-free DWR | Recycled nylon with PFAS-free DWR |
| Back Panel | AirSpeed suspended mesh over LightWire perimeter frame | AirSpeed suspended mesh over LightWire perimeter frame |
| Adjustable torso | No | No |
| Ventilated back | Yes | Yes |
| Raincover included | Yes | Yes |
| Hipbelt pockets | Yes | Yes |
| Removable lid | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | Yes |
| Fits BV500 bear can | No | No |
| Warranty | Osprey All Mighty Guarantee (lifetime) | Osprey All Mighty Guarantee (lifetime) |
Pros & cons
Osprey Manta 24
- ✓A 2.5 L Hydraulics LT reservoir is included, which is $40-50 of kit bundled into the price.
- ✓The magnetic bite-valve attachment on the sternum strap is genuinely better than clipping a hose to a strap.
- ✓AirSpeed suspended mesh gives the same ventilation as the Stratos at the same volume.
- ✓A dedicated reservoir sleeve separates the bladder from gear, so a leak does not soak everything.
- ✓Hipbelt pockets and an included raincover round out the feature set.
- ✓The women's Mira 24 is the same pack in a women's fit at the same price.
- ✓A 34 L sibling extends the same system to longer days.
- ✓Osprey's All Mighty Guarantee applies.
- ✗3.4 lb for 24 L is heavy, though roughly half a pound of that is the reservoir.
- ✗$210 is a lot for a 24 L daypack if you already own a bladder you like.
- ✗Osprey publishes no maximum load figure for the line.
- ✗The 34 L size has no published weight.
- ✗The suspended mesh reduces usable packed depth.
- ✗A bundled reservoir is wasted money for anyone who prefers bottles.
- ✗Exact fabric denier is not published for this line.
- ✗Bear-canister fit is not stated and the volume makes it irrelevant.
Osprey Mira 24
- ✓Includes the same 2.5 L Hydraulics LT reservoir as the men's Manta at the same $210.
- ✓1.9 oz lighter than the men's Manta 24 rather than heavier, which is unusual for a women's variant.
- ✓AirSpeed suspended mesh delivers the best ventilation Osprey offers in a hydration pack.
- ✓Magnetic bite-valve attachment makes one-handed drinking on the move practical.
- ✓Hipbelt pockets and an included raincover at no extra cost.
- ✓Women's-specific harness rather than a shortened unisex fit.
- ✓A 34 L sibling shares the system for longer outings.
- ✓Osprey's All Mighty Guarantee applies.
- ✗3.28 lb for 24 L is heavy for a daypack even accounting for the reservoir.
- ✗$210 is poor value if you already own a reservoir.
- ✗No maximum load figure is published.
- ✗The 34 L size has no published weight.
- ✗Suspended mesh costs usable depth.
- ✗Exact fabric denier is not published.
- ✗Only two volumes in the line.
- ✗Bear-canister fit is not stated and is irrelevant at this size.