We looked at both models years back and bought the 24-5N for two reasons: 1) it was better made and 2) it had lots better storage.
The 24-5N had the best storage of any 5er in that size range.
If the 24-5N is in as good (or better) condition it would be my choice of the two.
As for the "pissed consumer" web-site, the name tells it all. I looked through it for positive reviews, on -ANY- brand and found very few.
A careful reading of the reviews on AF there suggests that one person posted three times, with slightly different complaints, or one dealer in Canada has real problems.
