ALPS Mountaineering 5-Person Taurus Outfitter Tent Kelty Wireless 6 Person Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
ALPS Mountaineering
ALPS Mountaineering 5-Person Taurus Outfitter Tent
Best for: Reliable three-season camping for small groups
Kelty
Kelty Wireless 6 Person Tent
Best for: Budget-friendly car camping for families.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Kelty Wireless 6 Person Tent is noticeably taller inside (6'7" peak height versus 6'0"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Both score 8.4 overall, though the ALPS Mountaineering 5-Person Taurus Outfitter Tent wins more individual scoring categories.
The main tradeoff: the Kelty Wireless 6 Person Tent leads on space and comfort despite trailing overall.
The Kelty Wireless 6 Person Tent also has a price edge — $20 less at $279 versus $299.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
🏆 Our pick: The ALPS Mountaineering 5-Person Taurus Outfitter Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
ALPS Mountaineering 5-Person Taurus Outfitter Tent
- Heavy-duty Oxford floor
- Oversized #10 zippers
- Aircraft-grade aluminum poles
- Heavy 13-pound weight
- Buckles in high winds
Kelty Wireless 6 Person Tent
- 79″ peak inside height
- Two large 14 sq ft vestibules
- Budget Friendly!
- Fiberglass poles
- Poor ventilation
Full Specs
| Spec | ALPS Mountaineering 5-Person Taurus Outfitter Tent | Kelty Wireless 6 Person Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome |
| Capacity | 3 people | 3 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $300 | $280 |
| Weight | 12 Lbs | 17 Lbs 3 Oz |
| Floor Area | 80.0 ft² | 86.9 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 23(x2) | 14 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 72 | 79 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 96 X 120 Inches | 118 X 106 In |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | Fiberglass |
| Floor Fabric | Polyester | 68 Denier Polyester |
| Rainfly Fabric | Polyester | 68 Denier Polyester |
| Setup Time | 5 Mins | 5 Mins |
| Warranty | None | Limited |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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