ALPS Mountaineering 5-Person Taurus Outfitter Tent Marmot Halo 6
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
Marmot
Marmot Halo 6
Best for: Spacious family car camping in storms.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
Floor space is also wider — 97 sq ft versus 80 sq ft for the ALPS Mountaineering 5-Person Taurus Outfitter Tent.
The Marmot Halo 6 also offers significantly more vestibule space — 65 sq ft versus 23 sq ft.
On scores, the ALPS Mountaineering 5-Person Taurus Outfitter Tent edges ahead — 8.4 overall versus 8.2.
The main tradeoff: the Marmot Halo 6 leads on space and comfort despite trailing overall.
The ALPS Mountaineering 5-Person Taurus Outfitter Tent also has a price edge — $459 less at $299 versus $759.
For most buyers, the ALPS Mountaineering 5-Person Taurus Outfitter Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.
🏆 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
Marmot Halo 6
- Massive 75-inch peak height
- Stable halo pole structure
- Huge dual vestibule storage
- Flimsy included stakes
- Hard-to-pack tube sack
Full Specs
| Spec | ALPS Mountaineering 5-Person Taurus Outfitter Tent | Marmot Halo 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome |
| Capacity | 3 people | 3 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $300 | $759 |
| Weight | 12 Lbs | 20 Lbs 9.1 Oz |
| Floor Area | 80.0 ft² | 96.9 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 23(x2) | 65.44 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 72 | 76 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 96 X 120 Inches | 118 X 118 In |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | DAC / DAC DA17 |
| Floor Fabric | Polyester | 100% Polyester, Oxford, 105g/sqm |
| Rainfly Fabric | Polyester | 100% Polyester, Ripstop, 63g/sqm |
| Setup Time | 5 Mins | 10 Mins |
| Warranty | None | Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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