Here is how these two sleeping bags compare on the numbers. On the data the Hyperion 32 is the stronger all-round pick, and the question is whether the Revelation 30 still fits your budget or priorities.
| Therm-a-Rest Hyperion 32 | Enlightened Equipment Revelation 30 | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 85✓ | 61 |
| Comfort rating | 41 °F | 40 °F✓ |
| Weight | 16.0 oz✓ | 19.2 oz |
| Warmth-to-weight | 6.4 /100g✓ | 5.5 /100g |
| Packed size | 2.5 L | n/s |
| Fill power | 900 FP✓ | 850 FP |
| Price | $350✓ | $365 |
| Fill | Down | Down |
| Style | Bag | Quilt |
| Shape | Mummy | Quilt |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Hyperion 32 in blue, Revelation 30 in amber. A blank spec is never counted as a win. A lower comfort rating in °F means a warmer bag, so the warmer bag takes that row. GearScore is the overall rating (0 to 100); re-weight it on the full bag comparison. Prices are current MSRP.
The Therm-a-Rest Hyperion 32 against the Enlightened Equipment Revelation 30 is a study in priorities. The Hyperion 32 is the stronger pick on most of the specs that matter, while the Revelation 30 makes its case on warmth.
The Hyperion 32 is 3 oz lighter, stronger on warmth-to-weight, and higher fill power (900 vs 850). The Revelation 30 is warmer (rated 40°F vs 41°F). On the default GearScore the Hyperion 32 leads 85 to 61.
Pick the Hyperion 32 if you care most about low weight and warmth-to-weight, which makes it the better call for counting grams on long miles. Pick the Revelation 30 if warmth matter more to you, or you are focused on colder nights and shoulder-season trips.
The Therm-a-Rest Hyperion 32. It is 3 oz lighter than the Revelation 30.
The Enlightened Equipment Revelation 30. It is warmer (rated 40°F vs 41°F) than the Hyperion 32.
The Therm-a-Rest Hyperion 32, 85 to 61 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
The Hyperion 32 is the stronger all-round pick here. Choose the Revelation 30 if warmth is your priority.