Tom Bihn Daylight Backpack vs Tom Bihn Side Effect
Tom Bihn Daylight Backpack ($125) vs Tom Bihn Side Effect ($70) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right backpack.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Tom Bihn Daylight Backpack | Tom Bihn Side Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $125 | $70 |
| Weight | 510g | 195g |
| Material | 630d Ballistic nylon | Ballistic nylon |
| Weight | 510g (Tom Bihn published) | 195g (Tom Bihn published) |
Pros & Cons
Tom Bihn Daylight Backpack
- Packs flat and stays light
- Five O-rings keep small items tethered
- Made in Seattle
- No padding or laptop sleeve
- Spectron version is lighter but less abrasion resistant
Tom Bihn Side Effect
- Works as a bag or an organizer
- Five O-rings for tethering small items
- Under $75
- Only 1.7 liters
- Hip belt is sold separately
Tom Bihn Side Effect is the better value at $70. Both are part of our curated backpack index — tap through to check current pricing.
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