We tested the best daypacks of 2025 with options for every budget. Top picks include Osprey, Cotopaxi, and more.

Does your backpack need to be waterproof? I took a look at some of the best hiking daypacks available—at a variety of price points—to help you choose. I’ve been hiking and backpacking for decades, ...

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