Here is how these two backpacks compare on the numbers. The Ohm leans on low weight while the Swift V answers with load carry, so the pick comes down to which you value.
| ULA Ohm | Six Moon Designs Swift V | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 70✓ | 65 |
| Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
| Weight | 1 lb 14 oz✓ | 2 lb 4 oz |
| Rated load | 30 lb | 35 lb✓ |
| Fabric denier | 200 D | n/s |
| Price | $250✓ | $275 |
| Type | Ultralight | Ultralight |
| Frame | Internal | Internal |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Ohm in blue, Swift V in amber. A blank spec is never counted as a win. Capacity is shown for context and is not scored, since more volume is a sizing choice rather than better. GearScore is the overall rating (0 to 100); re-weight it on the full backpack comparison. Prices are current MSRP.
The ULA Ohm against the Six Moon Designs Swift V is a study in priorities. The Ohm wins on low weight and price, and the Swift V pushes back on load carry.
The Ohm is 6 oz lighter and $25 cheaper. The Swift V is a higher rated load (35 vs 30 lb). On the default GearScore the Ohm leads 70 to 65.
Pick the Ohm if you care most about low weight and price, which makes it the better call for counting grams on long miles. Pick the Swift V if load carry matter more to you, or you are focused on rough ground and hard use.
The ULA Ohm. It is 6 oz lighter than the Swift V.
The Six Moon Designs Swift V. It is a higher rated load (35 vs 30 lb) than the Ohm.
The ULA Ohm, 70 to 65 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
It depends on your priorities. Go with the Ohm for low weight, or the Swift V for load carry. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.