Oceanic Islander or Cressi Aquapro 5

[spreckelsen]

I have narrowed it down to the Oceanic Islander (not the new II model, but the first model) for $300. Or the Cressi Aquapro 5 for $230. I am leaning towards the Islander b/c of it being back inflate (although i never dove with a back inflate before). Any input would be appreciated.
If you have the Islander, can you tell me where the dumps are?

 

[GillScales]

If it were me, I'd get the tech bc. Special. (bp/w) at divers supply for $279

Of your choices I'd go w the back inflate. (I like an uncluttered front)

 

[DayBob]

The wife and I both use the Islander II. We both really like it. Well made, simple and light weight. It has enough attachment points for my kind of diving. I think the pockets are a plus. The back inflate took about a minute to get used to. Not sure what the difference between the I and II are. Good luck!