ALPS Mountaineering Taurus Outfitter 4-Person Tent Marmot Halo 4
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
ALPS Mountaineering
ALPS Mountaineering Taurus Outfitter 4-Person Tent
Best for: Reliable three-season family camping and stargazing.
Marmot
Marmot Halo 4
Best for: Reliable 3-season car camping and basecamp.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Marmot Halo 4 is noticeably taller inside (4'11" peak height versus 4'4"), giving you more headroom to move around.
The ALPS Mountaineering Taurus Outfitter 4-Person Tent and the Marmot Halo 4 are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 8.3 overall.
The biggest gap is space and comfort, where the Marmot Halo 4 holds a clear advantage.
The ALPS Mountaineering Taurus Outfitter 4-Person Tent also has a price edge — $268 less at $279 versus $548.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
ALPS Mountaineering Taurus Outfitter 4-Person Tent
- Heavy-duty #10 zippers
- Thick poly oxford floor
- Aircraft alloy aluminum poles
- Small stuff sack
- Heavy for backpacking
Marmot Halo 4
- Unique halo pole structure
- Spacious near-vertical walls
- Rugged DAC aluminum poles
- Flimsy aluminum stakes
- Severe fly condensation
Full Specs
| Spec | ALPS Mountaineering Taurus Outfitter 4-Person Tent | Marmot Halo 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $280 | $549 |
| Weight | 10 Lbs | 13 Lbs 10 Oz |
| Floor Area | 64.0 ft² | 64.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 25 Sq Ft | 24 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 52 | 59 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 102 X 90 In | 96 X 96 In |
| Pole Material | Fiberglass | DAC / DAC DA17 |
| Floor Fabric | 75 Denier Coated Polyester Taffeta | 100% Polyester, Oxford, 105g/sqm |
| Rainfly Fabric | 75 Denier Coated Polyester Taffeta | 100% Polyester, Ripstop, 63g/sqm |
| Setup Time | 10 Mins | 10 Mins |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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