Both options are good. It's up to you to justify the added expense of one over the other. Here is why I chose Micatech over Pelican system. I currently have the pelicans, and as I have said before, Pelicans can leak, as mine have, by landing in a river crossing with torque on the lid. It made the lid open slightly, and water got in. Pelicans can crack, as mine have done(hard use). I have not tried to have them covered under warranty, as I think my use has bordered on abuse. Mica's are an aluminum box, to be compared with Jessee bags, or Zegapro bags. Both of those are near the 1400.00 mark. Now we compare like luggage, and Micas are made in the USA. After closely inspecting the seams, weatherstripping, finish, design, mounting adjustments, customer service. I knew Micas would be best for ME.