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Best Teepee Tents
Standout Picks
Criteria Used for Evaluation
Ease of Use
If you are in the market for one of these products, you are probably here because you want something that won’t take that much time to set up. That’s why we made sure to inspect each brand to ensure that it had a setup time that was within the realm of reason. We ensured quicky and easy setup times by looking at two things- instructions provided by the manufacturer, and feedback from past users. A seller might claim that their product is easy to assemble, but the proof is in the application. We were drawn to users that provided pictures of fully assembled designs and pick styles that users claimed were fast and easy to assemble.
What we discovered is that many of the most unreliable designs out there on the market often didn’t come with a center pole. While some users are more drawn to the absence of the metal pole the runs right in the middle of the floor, designs that opted to stabilize their walls with outside PVC were often a little bit more droopy, and a lot more difficult to assemble. However, if the center pole is something that is a deal breaker for you, you may find that the poleless designs may be worth the little bit of extra time that they take to set up.
Features
While it might not seem like an important feature at first glance, innovative and smart design can make all the difference between a night of good night sleep and a soggy night sleep. There were many options out there that offered great ventilation systems to keep campers cool during hot summer nights, but some of those vents didn’t actually help to keep campers dry. We made sure to read what users had to say about the waterproof factor of each design. These types of structures aren’t widely regarded as being the best at holding up during bad weather the way standard models can, but they should at least keep you dry. One of the problems when it comes to vents is that they simply don’t have enough of a structure to keep water from seeping in. That’s why we made sure to select designs that have a PVC lining in their vents to shield water from entering through the sides.
Something else that we noticed wasn’t standard on all models was zippered doors. We made sure to select designs that had quality zippered doors that are great about keeping critters from snuggling up beside you as you sleep. Brands that use drawstrings are a little bit more cost effective, and can work well at keeping out bugs and mosquitos, but might not be as effective at keeping out curious critters.
Capacity
This included features such as weight, dimensions, sleeping capacity, and materials used for the outside shell as well as the floor. We were drawn to designs that could sleep more campers because they could be used for a myriad of uses. If you are camping with a big group, it is nice to have one universal place for everyone to sleep to save on money. If you are camping with just a few people, the larger designs are great for multiple queen size mattresses, and some users set up tables and even build fires right inside (because the top of each unit is typically open). We also wanted to select designs that weren’t too heavy so you can pack it up into your car and be able to carry it to your destination without too much strain.
Value
One reason campers are drawn to these designs is that they are typically a little more affordable than their walled counterparts. That’s why we made sure to select designs that kept the cost low, while still using high-quality materials and designs. There were some options on our list that did carry quite the hefty price tag, but these options often held more people and had a few additional and innovative designs that made them stand out from the pack and justified their higher price point.
Top Ten Teepee Tents
1. Winterial
What we liked most about the Winterial design is that is made to ensure some pretty terrible weather conditions, it is able to hold a good deal of people, it offers a lot of insides space while still offering a lot of airflow, and it comes in at a reasonable price point.
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The exterior of this unit comes in a solid green color that has black accents along to top on on the edges. While the zippered door doesn’t have a screen like some designs, this unit does offer you a log of windows to let natural light and air inside without all of the bugs and curious critters.
Ease of Assembly:
Just like the original design, this uses a steady center pole to hold all of the exterior materials into place. To set it up, simply stake the center pole into place and then stake the outside walls securely to the ground. If you have a team of campers willing to help you, this unit can be set up in about 5 minutes or less.
Specifics:
The exterior is made from a waterproof 210T Polyester, and it also as a tarp at the top that is also rain and snow resistant. It can sleep 6 or 7 people comfortably, and measures to be 12 feet by 12 feet when assembled. It weighs about 17 pounds, which is just slightly lighter than some of the larger designs we have seen on the market.
Value:
The price tag is a little higher than some of the other designs, but considering the high marks this unit receives not only in its performance in bad weather but also the ease to set it up, we feel that this is well worth the slightly padded price tag for serious campers.
Summary:
If you want something that is tough enough to keep you high and dry when bad weather hits, the Winterial design is going to be an excellent choice to keep a large group of campers happy.
2. SAFACUS
The SAFACUS design might cost just a little bit more than some of the other similar designs, but it’s the attention to detail and the quality of construction that makes it well worth the slightly padded price tag.
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This unit is offered in a light blue exterior color that is punctuated with sharp black accents along the top and in the cords and stakes. It has a wide front zippered opening that also has a mesh screen to allow for air to ventilate inside without the bugs. It has a lot of windows as well as low vents along the bottom to keep you cool and comfortable no matter what the weather is outside.
Ease of Assembly:
Just like most designs, users will simply need to secure a center pole for which the exterior walls will rest upon. Once you have the center pole in place, place the black tarp on the top, and secure each panel to the ground using a series of cords and stakes that are included with purchase.
Specifics:
When fully assembled, this unit measures to be 12 feet by 12 feet, and can comfortably sleep up to 6 campers. The exterior is made from 68D / 190T material that is waterproof and excellent at keeping heat inside. The PVC vents sit close to the ground to allow for maximum airflow on those hot days. One of the great features about this product is that it only weighs 16 pounds, and comes with a sleek carrying case to make it perfect for taking with you on the go.
Value:
This is one of the more expensive designs out there on the market, but only slightly. Considering the high quality of materials and components used, and the design that allows it to be perfect for warm weather as well as cold weather camping, we find that it is worth the slightly higher cost.
Summary:
If you are willing to pay just a little bit more for something that is going to be sturdy and reliable for all of your family camping trips, the SAFACUS design is going to be a good, solid choice.
3. Tahoe Gear
If you wanted something that was going to be able to sleep a lot of people, but you don’t have the money to spend on some of the more expensive designs, the Tahoe Gear Bighorn is going to be your solution.
Read moreDesign:
The exterior is this design is a much lighter color than many of the others out there on the market. It has a light green outer shell that has black accents along the top and as well along the sides and bottom. They are two small windows along the back on the other side of the door, and two small vents below those windows. The downside to this unit is that door does not zipper closed, which means there is no stopping critters from sneaking their way inside in the middle of the night.
Ease of Assembly:
Many users love how easy this unit is to set up. All you will need to do it secure the center pole and then fasten the panels to the ground using a series of ropes and stakes that are included with purchase. This will ensure that it stays put if the winds start to blow.
Specifics:
One of the best features of this design is that it is huge. It can comfortably sleep up to 12 people, and measures to be 18 feet by 18 feet- one of the largest footprints out there on the market. A larger footprint means that it is going to weigh a bit more than many of the others, and this unit weighs in at about 35 pounds. The exterior is made from 1000mm polyester that is incredibly lightweight and durable and is also waterproof.
Value:
Yes, there are a few drawbacks when it comes to this design, but users are often willing to overlook them when it comes to the price. Considering that it can hold up to 12 people at one time, the price point is more affordable than some units that can only hold about 5-6 people.
Summary:
If you wanted something that could hold all of your friends or family without breaking the bank, the Tahoe Gear Bighorn is going to be a perfect addition to your next camping trip, if you can overlook some of the drawbacks such as a door that doesn’t zip closed completely.
4. Best Choice Products
If you have been looking for something that is a little bit more affordable, Best Choice Products makes a really great design that can not only hold quite a few campers, but it comes in at one of the lowest price points out there on the market.
Read moreDesign:
The exterior of this unit is made from a solid olive green that has a black tarp on the top and black accents. What is great about this model is that is has a lot of windows to let in natural light, and it also has large vents to keep the air circulating. It doesn’t have a zippered door- instead, it uses tie backs to keep the flaps open or keep them closed.
Ease of Assembly:
Putting this unit together is very quick and easy. It has a center pole that is used to hang the walls from. Once the pole is securely in place, users will then need to hold the walls down by using a series of stakes with the assistance of guy lines in case the weather starts to pick up.
Specifics:
This unit can hold up to 6 campers and has a footprint of 10 feet by 10 feet. It is one of the lightest designs out there on the market and weighs just under 10 pounds. The walls are made from polyurethane that is waterproof, and the sewn-in floor is also made from waterproof polyurethane to keep campers high and dry.
Value:
What users really like best about this design is that it costs almost half of what many of the other similar designs typically cost. It doesn’t have the same level of durability than some of the higher end designs, but if you are going on nice and easy camping trips and need something that is easy without breaking the bank, this is going to be an excellent choice.
Summary:
If you are in the market for something that is affordable above all else, this is an excellent choice for frugal campers while still offering a good deal of features and an easy setup.
5. Hasika
The price tag of the Hasika may make you pause, but if you are someone that likes to camp 4 seasons out of the year, we feel that it is worth the higher price tag. This unit is made for rough weather. It has a large footprint that will accommodate a lot of campers, and it is constructed from high-quality materials.
Read moreDesign:
This unit is only offered in a hunter green exterior that has black accents along the seams and at the top. There are 6 windows located on each side, and it has additional vents along the bottom to let in the fresh air on those hot summer nights without letting the bugs in.
Ease of Assembly:
Setting this unit is fast and easy, and can be done with just one camper- although more help makes to job go a little quicker. Simply secure the center pole to the ground, and then drape the fabric over the top. Secure each side to the ground using the ropes and ringed stakes to the ground around it- and you are ready to head off on adventure knowing you have a nice place to recharge your batteries at the end of the day.
Specifics:
The Hasika can sleep up to 10 people at one time and has a footprint of about 16 feet by 16 feet- making it one of the largest designs out there on the market. This larger design also means that is is a good deal heavier, however, and weighs in at almost 30 pounds. The exterior material is made from waterproof 190T Polyester, and the base material is made from polyurethane.
Value:
While this unit might be the most expensive design out there on the market, users really get a lot of bang for their buck. It has a huge footprint that gives up to 10 campers enough room to sleep comfortably, it has a lot of windows and vents, and it is made from high-quality materials that are perfect for all 4 seasons.
Summary:
For campers that are not held back by inclement weather, this design is going to suit your needs perfectly. It might cost more than others that you have found, but users love how durable and cozy the interior is on those cool winter nights.
6. Guide Gear Tepee Tent
This design hits all of the marks that users would want out of these tepee tents. It has an incredibly large base that can fit a lot of people, or provide a few users with lots of extra room, it is easy to set up, and it comes in at a really affordable price point. We feel this is the best design that is currently out there on the market.
Read moreDesign:
This unit comes with a neutral green fabric on the exterior that has sharp black accents around the top and along the edges. The front door can be zipped up completely on cooler nights, or you can simply use the screen to keep airflow circulating and keeping bugs and critters on the outside. It has vented windows along the bottom, and the floor is completely sealed to keep dew and dirt off of your gear.
Ease of Assembly:
Users find that this unit is so simple to set up that they could do it with just one person (however 2 people make the job go much quicker). All you will need to do to set this up is to ensure that the center pole is firmly mounted. From there, simply stake the guy lines to make sure that it doesn’t blow away, and then you are ready to camp.
Specifics:
When fully set up, this unit measures to be 18 feet x 18 feet- which is by far one of the largest designs out there on the market. It can sleep 10-12 people at a time and stands up to be about 10 feet high. The exterior material is made from 190-denier polyester that has a waterproof coating so that you will stay dry in the rain, and the whole unit weighs in at just over 23 pounds.
Value:
The cost of this unit runs about in the middle of the road- it isn’t the most expensive out there, but it isn’t the least expensive as well. However, considering that this sleeps up to 12 people, it is considered to be an incredible deal.
Summary:
Users not only love how this unit is affordable and easy to set up, but they also love how roomy it in on the inside. If you are looking for something that is going to check all of the boxes that users want from an outdoor slumber shack- the Guide Gear design is going to be your best option.
7. Ozark Trail
What’s worth mentioning with this design is that doesn’t come with a center pole. Some users really love the absence of the annoying center pole the runs right in the middle of their sleeping space because it doesn’t get in the way of setting up their gear on the inside, plus it is significantly lighter than some of the other brands that utilize a heavy metal pole. Removing this pole does have its downsides, however.
Read moreDesign:
As we mentioned before, this unit doesn’t have a center pole the runs right down the middle. Instead, it uses a series of poles much like a typical 4 walled design to hold its shape. It has a barn red base with white walls (which look sharp but may show dirt easily). It has 2 large screened windows on the side, a pocket for keeping your gear up off of the ground, and a string tie to keep the front door closed.
Ease of use:
This unit will take just a little bit longer to assemble, but there are generally no complaints of users running into difficulties. Front start to finish, it should take you about 10 minutes to go from the bag to fully assembled. Simple place the poles through the proper loops on the fabric, and stake the entire unit to the ground using the metal stakes and guy lines provided with purchase.
Specifics:
Due to the fact that this doesn’t have a center pole, it is one of the lightest designs out there on the market weighs in at just 13 pounds. When fully constructed it is about 12 feet by 12 feet and can sleep up to 7 (it can also fit 2 queen-sized air mattresses).
Value:
The cost of this unit is just slightly more expensive than designs that are able to host more campers. However, if you were looking for something that didn’t utilize a center pole, and was incredibly lightweight and easy to carry, this unit might be well worth the slightly padded price tag to suit your needs.
Summary:
The downside to this design is that some users have encountered droopy walls, and they have no real way to adjust them to make them tighter. Plus, because it is so lightweight, it won’t be ideal for extreme weather or heavy rain.
8. Qexan
There are some very appealing aspects of the Custom Norway Lavvo designs, but it isn’t without its faults and shortcomings. Users love that it has a large footprint and that it comes with many guy lines and stakes to ensure that it stays put even when with winds start to pick up. The design makes it perfect for most weather conditions, and it is made from high-quality materials that will hold up over time.
Read moreDesign:
This unit comes in a solid olive green color with white accents. It doesn’t have any windows to allow any natural light in, but it does have two vents on either side of the front door. The front door is able to be zippered completely closed, and users can benefit from the zippered screen to keep air flowing inside, and bugs and critters locked out.
Ease of use:
Just like all standard designs, this unit uses a heavy duty center pole to keep it all in places. Once the pole is in place, drape the fabric over the center, and secure it in place using the heavy duty pegs and guy lines.
Specifics:
This unit sleeps up to 10 campers, and measures to be 15 feet by 15 feet. The downside to this design is that it doesn’t come with a floor sewn into the base. It weighs about 26 pounds, which is pretty standard for designs that sleep 10 people and comes in an Oxford carrying case for easy storage as well as carrying it to your campsite.
Value:
The cost of this design is slightly more expensive than some of the average units that sleep up to 10, especially considering that it doesn’t come with the benefit of a sewn in floor. However, this unit is incredibly resilient and will hold up in a myriad of difficult weather conditions, which might make it well worth the slightly higher price to some campers.
Summary:
If you are on the lookout for something that is heavy duty and is able to sleep up to 10 people, the Custom Norway Lavvo is going to be an excellent choice. It’s important to keep in mind, however, that this design doesn’t come with a floor and it will be up to you to supply a large enough tarp to keep your family and friends dry.
9. DEEKO
Perhaps you want something that is a little smaller that won’t take up as much room on the ground and sleeps less than 4 people. If that’s the case, the DEEKO will be a perfect fit because it is significantly smaller, and it sports a price tag that is small as well.
Read moreDesign:
Users will have the option to select an olive green color or a bright blue color with a sharp Navajo pattern on the edges. It has a wide door that can be closed completely with a zipper, and it also has a screen to let air inside and keep bugs and critters on the outside. While it doesn’t have any windows on the inside, it does offer vented flaps at the bottom that will let air in without letting rain creep its way inside.
Ease of Assembly:
One of the features that users like best about this design is that it doesn’t have a center pole to get in the way. Users simply pull tightly over four poles, and you are ready to go. This process typically takes users less than 10 minutes to go from the carrying case to ready to take a nap.
Specifics:
This unit can sleep up to 3 people comfortably, and weighs in at just 8 pounds. It is a lot smaller than other designs out there on the market, and stand up to be around 6 feet tall when fully assembled. It comes with a sharp and well-made carrying case, and the fabric that makes up the walls, as well as the floor, is made from a durable 210T polyester taffeta that is considered to be tear resistant.
Value:
If you are looking to save a little bit of money, this unit costs about half of what many of the other designs cost. Keep in mind, however, that this unit is significantly smaller, but it is still made from very high-quality materials that will be sure to hold up over time.
Summary:
If you are in the market for something that is just a little bit smaller to save a little bit of money, this is an excellent choice. Users love how easy it is to set up, and it is surprisingly durable in bad weather conditions.
10. Guide Gear Deluxe
The Guide Gear Deluxe design is has a little bit of a different take on the classic design. Instead of having a flap along the front of the unit, this design has an awning that serves as a kind of covered porch for the front of the unit. Users love this innovative design because it’s a blend of what users like from various tent models.
Read moreDesign:
As we mentioned earlier, the design of this tent is what makes it stand out from the rest. The addition of the small covered awning on the front is perfect for days that the rain is coming down and you don’t want to wear your muddy gear in your nice and dry sleeping space, but you also don’t want to leave it out in the rain. Users can slip off all of their dirty gear at the door before slipping inside for a nice nap.
Ease of Assembly:
This unit is a cinch to set up. All users need to do is secure the center pole, and then tie the sides down by using the stakes and guy lines to really secure it into place. The base floor is sewn directly to the sides so there is no need to lay down an additional tarp.
Specifics:
When fully set up, this unit measures to be 14 feet by 14 feet, which is perfect for sleeping about 8-10 people comfortably. It weighs about 25 pounds, which is just slightly lighter than some of the other designs out there on the market. The sides are made from 190-denier polyester with a waterproof coating to keep you dry when the rains start to pick up.
Value:
The cost of this unit run pretty par for the course considering that it can sleep up to 10 people. While it isn’t the most affordable unit out there on the market, users find that the price is justifiable considering how many people can sleep in it at the same time as well as all of the additional features you might not find on other designs.
Summary:
If you are looking for something that is going to be able to sleep a lot of people but doesn’t have the high price tag as some of the similar models, this is going to be an excellent addition to your next camping trip with the whole family.
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