{ TOP 10 } Best 4 Person Tents – 2020 Reviews

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A quality 4 person tent is critical for a great camping trip with a small group. The right 4 person tent can ensure that you and your friends or family have a nice, relaxing place to unwind after a long day of hiking and adventuring.

But, finding the right 4 person tent can be a challenge. Since 4 person tents are so popular, there are literally hundreds of options for you to choose from.

To get you started on the right path to camping bliss, we’ve created this guide to the best 4 person tents. Coming up, we’ll offer our recommendations for the top ten 4 person tents on the market today. Then, we’ll wrap things up with a bit of advice on how to get the 4 person tent that’s right for your needs.

Designed specifically for backpacking in a group, the MSR Papa Hubba NX 4 is the largest tent in MSR’s legendary Hubba series. The Papa Hubba provides ample room for a group of four while packing down to be smaller than the size of most 2 person tents.

The tent itself is quite spacious, with plenty of head and elbow room so everyone can enjoy the personal space they need. Thanks to the tent’s Easton Syclone MAX poles, the Papa Hubba is very durable, even in high winds. The Papa Hubba even has the ultra-durable Xtreme Shield waterproof coating on its rainfly for lasting weather protection on any trip.

• Spacious interior
• Relatively lightweight and very compact
• Two large doors and vestibules for access and storage
• Fully waterproof and adjustable rainfly

• Very expensive
• Not great for four-season use
• Can get a bit warm in very hot climates

Crafted for comfort, the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL 4 is a palace of a tent. Your home away from home in the great outdoors, the Copper Spur HV UL 4 features a high volume design that maximizes living space inside the tent.

Within the tent, there are plenty of ways to organize your gear, including internal pockets and two large vestibules. Better yet, you can convert the vestibules of the Copper Spur HV UL 4 into awnings for extra shade and outdoor living space on those hot summer days.

• Convertible vestibules can become awnings
• Lots of gear storage space
• High volume design
• Easy clip set up system

• Can be a bit bulky for backpacking
• Rated for 4 people but is best with just 3 campers

When the temperatures drop and the snow starts to fall, the Big Agnes Guard Station 4 is your go-to shelter in the mountains. The Guard Station 4 is a mountaineering tent built for durability in any conditions, thanks to its external pole design which adds rigidity to the overall structure.

The Guard Station 4 can be set up in just minutes either as a tent or a group shelter on-the-fly. Inside, there’s plenty of living space and a fantastic 65” (165cm) center height. As a single-wall tent, the Guard Station is highly versatile. Plus, it has two vestibules, one of which can be staked out as an awning in hot weather.

• One of the most expensive tents on the market
• Very heavy and bulky
• Overkill for most backpacking trips

Lightweight yet surprisingly spacious, the MSR Zoic 4 is a summerweight backpacking tent for those who prioritize weight savings above all else. The tent has a roomy interior to prioritize comfort with a large floor plan and steep walls for added headroom.

The Zoic 4 is easy to set up, thanks to its hub pole system. It has two large vestibules that make gear storage a breeze, as well as four built-in gear lofts so everyone can keep their personal belongings organized at all times.

• Lots of storage opportunities for gear
• Lightweight and livable
• Easy to set up
• Two large doors with vestibules for convenience
• Well ventilated

• Not good for cold weather camping

This tent might be called the “Dog House,” but it’s certainly a bit more comfort. The Big Agnes Dog House 4 is a versatile, budget-friendly tent that’s great for that family camping trip. Featuring one large door, the spacious Dog House 4 is a single-wall tent that prioritizes functionality over luxury.

The tent has a large back window that can be used for ventilation while the interior of the Dog House 4 has plenty of small gear storage options. The best part? You can pitch the Dog House 4 in just minutes, so it’s a great addition to any family camping trip.

• Great value for the money
• Large window for ventilation
• Spacious interior
• Easy to set up

• Rainfly doesn’t provide full coverage
• Heavy
• Not great in bad weather
• No vestibules for gear storage

Perhaps the most unique tent in our review, the Black Diamond Mega Light is a floorless tarp shelter that’s perfect for use year-round. The Mega Light can be pitched on its own or with the corresponding Mega Bug, which serves as an inner tent body.

When used on its own, the Mega Light is one of the lightest 4 person tent options out there. With practice, it can be pitched in just a few minutes and offers a lot of space for a group of 4. Plus, you can pitch it directly onto the snow for year-round camping adventures.

• Very versatile tent
• Can be pitched with a mesh inner body
• Easy setup
• Lightweight and spacious

• Expensive for just a tarp
• Not for everyone
• Takes practice to set upproperly

One of the world’s leading expedition tents, the Black Diamond Bombshelter 4 is our go-to tent for super windy conditions. Thanks to its semi-geodesic design, the Bombshelter 4 holds up well even in the middle of a harsh storm.

The tent is made with ultra-durable Toddtex single-wall fabric and can be pitched from the inside with four poles to help keep you dry even as you set up camp. Plus, the Bombshelter has a two-door, two vestibule design to make it easy for you to enter and exit the tent while also providing plenty of gear storage in wet conditions.

• One of the most durable tents on the market today
• Can be set up from the inside
• Two doors and two vestibules for gear storage

• Very expensive
• Heavy
• Not great for warm-weather trips

Camping on a budget? Have no fear, the Coleman Sundome 4 is here. As our top pick for a 4 person tent under $200, the Sundome is a solid option for any family car camping getaway.

Simple, yet functional, the Sundome 4 is a warm-weather camping tent that’s perfect for a small family that doesn’t want to break the bank on their shelter. The tent has large widows and ground-level ventilation to keep you cool in the midsummer heat while a large door provides easy access to the interior. Oh, and you can even fit a queen-sized airbed inside if you want a bit of luxury on your next camping adventure.