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Bonfus Framus 58L vs Osprey Kestrel 48

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

Bonfus Framus 58L is the lighter option — 735 g lighter than the Osprey Kestrel 48 (49% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
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Spec Bonfus Framus 58L Osprey Kestrel 48
Weight 765 g · 0.765 kg · 1.69 lb 1,500 g · 1.500 kg · 3.31 lb
Brand Bonfus Osprey
Category Backpack Backpack
Bonfus Framus 58L
765 g

Versatile 58L ultralight pack updated for 2026 with reinforced mesh pockets and gatekeeper-compatible attachment loops. Frame can be removed for lightweight mod...

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Osprey Kestrel 48
1,500 g

Adjustable 48L pack with AirScape back panel.

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Bonfus Framus 58L vs Osprey Kestrel 48: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the Bonfus Framus 58L wins — at 765 g it is 735 g (49%) lighter than the Osprey Kestrel 48 (1,500 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.

See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest backpack page, or browse the full gear weight database.

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