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Osprey Aura AG 65 vs Osprey Exos 58: what real owners say

Real owners rate these about evenly: 73% of 44 Osprey Aura AG 65 owners recommend it, vs 77% of 311 for the Osprey Exos 58.

Verdicts aggregated from Reddit, enthusiast forums, and YouTube owner comments — affiliate reviews excluded. Sample sizes differ; judge accordingly. How we score

Osprey Aura AG 65

73%of 44 owners recommend
73% recommend · 11% neutral · 16% don't
Owners praise
  • Exceptionally comfortable carry
  • Ventilated suspension, minimal back sweat
  • Excellent adjustability and fit
Owners complain about
  • Heavy at around 5 lbs
  • Hip belt uncomfortable for some
  • Tall frame, head hits it
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Osprey Exos 58

77%of 311 owners recommend
77% recommend · 10% neutral · 13% don't
Owners praise
  • Exceptionally comfortable carry
  • Lightweight for a framed pack
  • Ventilated mesh back, less sweat
Owners complain about
  • Uncomfortable above roughly 35 lbs
  • Mesh and fabric tear over time
  • Fit is hit-or-miss, try before buying
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What Osprey Aura AG 65 owners say

“I love my pack, it is unbelievably comfortable compared to anything else I’ve used. I’ve become very partial to the brand specifically because of it’s adjustability.”
— Jessica_Kahlee on Reddit
“My wife has the same! She loves it too.”
— @SiMachiavelli on YouTube
“the hip belt felt just awful for me”
— @karencaskey6210 on YouTube

What Osprey Exos 58 owners say

“For the past 2 years I've been using an Osprey Exos 58. It's lightweight, but can handle a good sized load.”
— Dr_WolfRyder on Reddit
“If you like Osprey, an Exos 58 L is about 2.5 lbs., has the nice suspension and ride, carries weight well when you have to, and a bear can will fit.”
— see_blue on Reddit
“Yep, Osprey Exos 58 bruised and rubbed raw a half dollar+ size spot on each hip bone. No amount of adjusting stopped this.”
— Rocko9999 on Reddit