Tom Bihn Synapse 25 vs Tom Bihn Daylight Backpack
Tom Bihn Synapse 25 ($230) vs Tom Bihn Daylight Backpack ($125) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right bag.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Tom Bihn Synapse 25 | Tom Bihn Daylight Backpack |
| Price | $230 | $125 |
| Weight | 900g | 510g |
| Capacity | 25L | — |
| Laptop | Up to 16" with sleeve | — |
| Material | Halcyon ballistic | 630d Ballistic nylon |
| Weight | 2.0lb | 510g (Tom Bihn published) |
Pros & Cons
Tom Bihn Synapse 25
- Thoughtful pockets
- Bottle pouches
- Made in USA
- Price
- Straps feel firm
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 Daylight Backpack is the better value at $125. Both are part of our curated bag index — tap through to check current pricing.