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Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow Deluxe 8-Person Tent

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

Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent

Big Agnes

Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent

★ 7.9 Done
Sleeps 4 Seasons 3-season Weight 16.1 lbs Est. Price $480

Best for: Spacious and comfortable car camping.

Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow Deluxe 8-Person Tent

Kodiak Canvas

Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow Deluxe 8-Person Tent

★ 8.0 Canvas
Sleeps 4 Seasons 4-season Weight 84.6 lbs Est. Price $750

Best for: Spacious year-round camping for eight people.

Our Take

Worth flagging before you compare: the Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent is a done and the Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow Deluxe 8-Person Tent is a canvas, so these two sit in different shelter categories.

Floor space is also wider — 140 sq ft versus 78 sq ft for the Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent.

It also has vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.

The Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent and the Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow Deluxe 8-Person Tent are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 7.9 overall.

The biggest gap is space and comfort, where the Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent holds a clear advantage.

The Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent also has a price edge — $269 less at $480 versus $749.

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

Score Comparison

Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent
Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow Deluxe 8-Person Tent
Overall Score
7.9
8.0
Space & Comfort
9.0
8.0
Quality & Durability
8.0
9.0
Weather Resistance
8.0
8.0
Value for Money
7.5
7.0
Ease of Use
7.0
7.0
Intangibles
7.0
7.0

Pros & Cons

Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent

  • Massive 81-inch peak standing height
  • Intuitive color-coded easy pole setup
  • Functional backpack-style carry bag design
  • Tall walls act like sails
  • Rainfly lacks gear vestibule space

Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow Deluxe 8-Person Tent

  • Watertight Hydra-Shield canvas
  • Sturdy Flex-Bow frame
  • Puncture-resistant vinyl floor
  • Heavy 79-pound weight
  • Not freestanding setup

Full Specs

SpecBig Agnes Big House 6 Person TentKodiak Canvas Flex-Bow Deluxe 8-Person Tent
Tent Type Done Canvas, Cabin, Porch
Capacity 4 people 4 people
Seasons 3 Season 4 Season
Est. Price $480 $750
Weight 16.1 Lbs 84.6 Lbs
Min Trail Weight 14 Lb 14 Oz
Floor Area 78.0 ft² 140.0 ft²
Vestibule Area 61 Sq Ft
Peak Height 81 78
Doors 2 2
Floor Dimensions 100 X 90 In 10 X 14 Ft
Pole Material Aluminum Galvanized, Steel Tubing
Floor Fabric 75D Polyester Taffeta With A 1500mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating 16 Oz Vinyl. Polyester Reinforced, Seamless.
Rainfly Fabric 75D Polyester Taffeta With 1500mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating And A Water Repellent Finish Without Intentionally Added PFAS 10 Oz Hydra ShieldTM Canvas
Packed Size 26 X 16.5 X 8 In
Setup Time 10 Mins 15 Mins
Warranty Limited Lifetime Limited Lifetime
Made In Imported Imported

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Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent

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Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow Deluxe 8-Person Tent

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