ALPS Mountaineering Zephyr 1-Person Tent Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
ALPS Mountaineering
ALPS Mountaineering Zephyr 1-Person Tent
Best for: Ventilation in hot and muggy weather.
Marmot
Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent
Best for: Spacious solo backpacking and bikepacking.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent is noticeably taller inside (31'10" peak height versus 3'0"), giving you more headroom to move around.
On scores, the ALPS Mountaineering Zephyr 1-Person Tent edges ahead — 8.8 overall versus 8.5.
The biggest gap is space and comfort, where the ALPS Mountaineering Zephyr 1-Person Tent holds a clear advantage.
The ALPS Mountaineering Zephyr 1-Person Tent also has a price edge — $99 less at $149 versus $249.
For most buyers, the ALPS Mountaineering Zephyr 1-Person Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.
🏆 Our pick: The ALPS Mountaineering Zephyr 1-Person Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
ALPS Mountaineering Zephyr 1-Person Tent
- Fast two-pole freestanding setup
- Non-sag 75D polyester fly
- 36-inch sitting head room
- Heavy five-pound weight
- Loose pole tips
Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent
- Spacious 19.4 square foot floor
- Quick color-coded two-pole setup
- Stable in 30 knot winds
- Reliable full-coverage polyester rain fly
- Included footprint adds extra value
- Lacks included gear loft storage
- Heavy at nearly four pounds
Full Specs
| Spec | ALPS Mountaineering Zephyr 1-Person Tent | Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome, Backpacking | Dome, Backpacking |
| Capacity | 1 person | 1 person |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $150 | $249 |
| Weight | 4 Lbs 12 Oz | 3.8 Lbs |
| Min Trail Weight | 3 Lbs 15 Oz | — |
| Floor Area | 23.0 ft² | 19.4 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 5.5ft^2 | 8.72 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 36 | 382 |
| Doors | 2 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 44 X 86 In | 84.3 X 37.8 / 29.1 In |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Floor Fabric | 75D 185T Poly Taffeta Floor With 3000mm Coating Combine | 68D Polyester Taffeta (1,200mm) |
| Rainfly Fabric | 75D 185T Polyester Fly With 1500mm Coating | 68D Polyester Taffeta |
| Packed Size | 5.5 X 19 In | — |
| Setup Time | 5 Mins | 5 Mins |
| Warranty | Limited Life Time | Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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