Tent Reviews
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.
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Got shelter? Our testers have spent months in the wind, rain and sun evaluating spacious family camping tents, bare-bones ultralight shelters, and everything in between. Whether you are going a 2 night backpacking trip, 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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Best Backpacking Tent of 2023
We analyzed hundreds of models before deciding on the top 13 to purchase for testing. We'll help you find the most...
10 Best Tents of 2023
We've tested and rated the top tents in multiple categories and have recommendations for every kind of camper, from...
Best 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...
Best Ultralight Tent
To bring you the best ultralight tent review, we've focused on options weighing less than two pounds. Thru-hiking on...
Best Bivy Sack of 2023
What is the best bivy sack? Throughout the past few years, we have traveled near and far with a pack full of bivys to...
Best Budget Backpacking Tent
We researched over 60 models of budget-friendly backpacking tents and selected our top contenders to take out on trail.
Best Four Season Tents of 2023
Looking for a four season tent? Let us help. We researched over 50 of the most popular tents on the market and put the...
Best Rooftop Tents of 2023
Rooftop tents are all the rave, but purchasing one can turn into a bit of a headache. We selected 10 of the most...
Best Canopy Tent
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...
Best Tent Stakes of 2023
Wanting to find the best tent stakes 2022 has to offer? We put in the research before buying 10 of the best to test...Recent Gear Reviews in Tent Reviews
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NEMO Dragonfly 2 Review
We were immediately impressed with this tent. It's a must-have for a backcountry backpacker who wants to be mindful of...
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REI Arete ASL 2 Review
The best 4 season tent you can buy for the price. While not suited for expedition use, it will work for the types of...
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Eurmax Standard 10x10 Review
This shelter oozes high-quality from top to bottom, but top-notch will cost you top dollar. Regardless, if you need...
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Caravan Canopy V-Series Review
Sun is no problem for this canopy, but we recommend calm days and cloudless skies because of thinner materials and...
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Outdoor Research Helium Bivy Review
A highly refined and functional bivy which has obviously been through extensive research and development. Down to...
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Black Diamond Beta Light Review
This pyramid shelter has a huge interior volume that can easily fit two people, a pup, and everyone's gear. It's...Tent Reviews Learning Center
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 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 Bivy Sack
How to choose the best bivy sack? While the idea of zipping yourself up inside a nylon sack for the night might seem...
Ultralight Tents - How to Choose
Here we detail all the expert advice you need to fully understand material choices, types of ultralight shelters, and...
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...
How to Choose a Budget Backpacking Tent
Tents can be really expensive. This article covers the pros (and cons) of buying a budget tent to help you decide if...Ad-free. Influence-free. Powered by Testing.
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