If you’ll never need a pack for multiple days, I think the MR Pop Up is the closest thing to a true daypack.
Otherwise I think a better option is something that is a dedicated hauler frame/bag. Almost all offer smaller bags and almost all do a good job of cinching down when not utilizing all the volume of the bag.
I’m currently also using a Seek Outside Peregrine for day hunts and trips up to 5 days. Really long trips I use one of their larger bags.
I’ve used Stone Glacier and Kifaru packs as well and would easily recommend either. I’ve gone to the Seek as it’s the lightest option (but with very heavy loads comes in behind both SG and Kifaru)
