Here is how these two sleeping pads compare on the numbers. The Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 Down takes a modest overall edge, led by warmth, but the Campmeister Deluxe Insulated has its own case.
| Rab Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 Down | Big Agnes Campmeister Deluxe Insulated | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 77✓ | 69 |
| Warmth (R-value) | 7.3 R✓ | 7.0 R |
| Weight | 21.5 oz✓ | 2 lb 2.0 oz |
| Warmth-to-weight | 1.20 R/100g✓ | 0.73 R/100g |
| Packed size | 3.69 L | 3.50 L✓ |
| Thickness | 3.1 in | 3.5 in✓ |
| Durability | 12 /100 | 60 /100✓ |
| Price | $250✓ | $270 |
| Features | 2Pump sack included, Repair kit included | 3Pump sack included, Two-way valve, Repair kit included✓ |
| Type | Inflatable | Inflatable |
| Shape | Rectangular | Rectangular |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 Down in blue, Campmeister Deluxe Insulated in amber. A blank spec is never counted as a win. GearScore is the rating for the Overall use-case (0 to 100). Pick another above to re-score. Prices are current MSRP.
The Rab Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 Down against the Big Agnes Campmeister Deluxe Insulated is a study in priorities. The Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 Down wins on warmth and low weight, and the Campmeister Deluxe Insulated pushes back on packability and cushion.
The Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 Down is warmer (R 7.3 vs R 7), 12 oz lighter, and stronger on warmth-to-weight. The Campmeister Deluxe Insulated is a touch more packable, thicker for more cushion, and more durable. On the default GearScore the Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 Down leads 77 to 69.
Pick the Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 Down if you care most about warmth and low weight, which makes it the better call for colder nights and shoulder-season trips. Pick the Campmeister Deluxe Insulated if packability and cushion matter more to you, or you are focused on saving space in your pack.
The Rab Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 Down. It is warmer (R 7.3 vs R 7) than the Campmeister Deluxe Insulated.
The Rab Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 Down. It is 12 oz lighter than the Campmeister Deluxe Insulated.
The Rab Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 Down, 77 to 69 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
It depends on your priorities. Go with the Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 Down for warmth, or the Campmeister Deluxe Insulated for packability. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.