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Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict

ALPS Mountaineering Acropolis Tent

ALPS Mountaineering

ALPS Mountaineering Acropolis Tent

★ 8.0 Dome
Sleeps 2 Seasons 3-season Weight 9 lbs. 10 oz. Est. Price $250

Best for: Spacious 3-season camping with easy setup.

REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent

REI Co-op

REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent

★ 8.0 Dome
Sleeps 2 Seasons 3-season Weight 16 lbs 14 oz Est. Price $489

Best for: Best for car camping and weather protection.

Our Take

Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.

The ALPS Mountaineering Acropolis Tent and the REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 8.0 overall.

The biggest gap is space and comfort, where the ALPS Mountaineering Acropolis Tent holds a clear advantage.

The ALPS Mountaineering Acropolis Tent also has a price edge — $239 less at $249 versus $489.

Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.

Score Comparison

ALPS Mountaineering Acropolis Tent
REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent
Overall Score
8.0
8.0
Space & Comfort
9.0
8.0
Quality & Durability
8.0
8.0
Weather Resistance
9.0
9.0
Value for Money
8.0
7.0
Ease of Use
7.0
8.0
Intangibles
6.0
7.0

Pros & Cons

ALPS Mountaineering Acropolis Tent

  • Pre-bent poles maximize headroom
  • Aluminum 7000-series frame
  • Dual-entry doors and vestibules
  • Short cross-pole sagging
  • Heavy trail weight

REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent

  • Eighteen interior storage pockets
  • Full-coverage 360-degree rainfly
  • Versatile chimney-style ventilation
  • Cumbersome pole sleeves
  • Low 60-inch ceiling

Full Specs

SpecALPS Mountaineering Acropolis TentREI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent
Tent Type Dome Dome
Capacity 2 people 2 people
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $250 $489
Weight 9 Lbs. 10 Oz. 16 Lbs 14 Oz
Min Trail Weight 8 Lbs. 11 Oz.
Floor Area 63.8 ft² 60.0 ft²
Vestibule Area 25 Ft² 27 + 17 Sq Ft
Peak Height 60 60
Doors 2 2
Floor Dimensions 8'6" L X 7'6" W 100 In X 86 In
Pole Material 7000 Series Aluminum Poles Aluminum
Floor Fabric 75D 185T Poly Taffeta Floor With 3000 Mm Coating Polyester
Rainfly Fabric 75D 185T Polyester Fly With 1500 Mm Coating Polyester
Packed Size
Setup Time 10 Mins 10 Mins
Warranty ‎Limited Lifetime Warranty None
Made In USA Imported

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ALPS Mountaineering

ALPS Mountaineering Acropolis Tent

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REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent

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