Tents
Our outdoor experts test the best from Big Agnes, The North Face, Nemo, Marmot, Zpacks and more.
At OutdoorGearLab, we always start our morning with a fresh cup of coffee. The Copper Spur gave us plenty of room to spread out comfortably during the night, earning high scores across the board.
Credit: Jenna Ammerman
Got shelter? Our testers have spent months in the wind, rain and sun evaluating the best camping tents in the biz, bare-bones top ultralight shelters, and everything in between. Whether you are going a 2 night trip, necessitating a top backpacking tent, a months-long thru hike or just want a weekend campground excursion with your family, our detailed comparisons of the best tents will help you stay comfy, content and dry. And, once you've picked your tent, check out our extensive reviews of sleeping bags and pads to keep you warm at night.
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How to Choose a Camping Tent
A camping tent can be a serious investment, with prices ranging from affordable to downright frightening. It can be...
How to Choose an Ultralight Tent
Here we detail all the expert advice you need to fully understand material choices, types of ultralight shelters, and...
How to Choose a Canopy Tent
New to the canopy market, or just want help narrowing your search? This article has your back. Our experts break down...
How to Choose a Backpacking Tent
Picking the right backpacking tent means checking out a list of variables. Probably the first issue is deciding which...
How to Choose a Rooftop Tent
There are a ton of factors to consider when getting ready to purchase a rooftop tent. These tents (also referred to as...
4-Season Tents - How to Choose
We tested both single and double-walled tents. Single-walled shelters have one layer of wind and water resistant or...Best Picks in Tents
Ultralight Shelters
To bring you the best ultralight tent review, we've mostly focused on options weighing less than two pounds...
Camping Tents
From deserts to coastlines, we've tested camping tents for a decade and know a thing or two about sleeping well in the...
Backpacking Tents
We analyzed hundreds of models before deciding on the top contenders to purchase for testing. We'll help you find the...
Four Season Tents
Looking for a 4-season tent? Let us help. We've researched hundreds of the most popular tents on the market and put...
Rooftop Tents
Rooftop tents are all the rage, but purchasing one can turn into a bit of a headache. We selected 12 of the most...
Tent Stakes
Wanting to find the best tent stakes on the market? We put in the research before buying 10 of the best to test...
Canopy Tents
If you're on the prowl for a canopy tent to suit your needs, you've come to the right place. Our experienced team has...
Bivy Sacks
What is the best bivy sack? Throughout the past few years, we have traveled near and far with a pack full of bivys to...Recent Product Reviews in Tents
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Nemo Hornet Osmo 2P Review
The Nemo Hornet Osmo 2P is a perfect ultralight tent for anyone looking for an easy way to lighten up their...
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear UltaMid 2 Review
To reduce weight by a few ounces in their ultralight tents, most manufacturers adopt a smaller, tighter design that...
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Fanttik Zeta C6 Pro Review
If you prioritize fast setup and saving money, the Zeta C6 Pro may be your perfect tent, as long as you are not...
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Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2 Review
The Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2 is a two-door backpacking tent that is a great option when weight is at a premium. At a...
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NEMO Aurora 2 Review
With one of the tallest ceilings in the test and more headroom than most backpacking tents, the Nemo Aurora 2 feels...
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Zempire Evo TM V2 Inflatable Air Tent Review
Ok... we realize this tent isn't for everyone. But, if you're looking for a solid outdoor structure that is built...
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