Big Agnes Bunk House 4 Coleman 4-Person Cabin Tent With Instant Setup
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Big Agnes
Big Agnes Bunk House 4
Best for: Spacious car camping during unpredictable weather.
Coleman
Coleman 4-Person Cabin Tent With Instant Setup
Best for: Quick setup for dry backyard sleepovers.
Our Take
Both are cabin tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Big Agnes Bunk House 4 is noticeably taller inside (5'10" peak height versus 4'11"), giving you more headroom to move around.
It also has vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.
On scores, the Big Agnes Bunk House 4 edges ahead — 8.2 overall versus 7.6.
The biggest gap is intangibles, where the Big Agnes Bunk House 4 holds a clear advantage.
The Coleman 4-Person Cabin Tent With Instant Setup also has a price edge — $381 less at $218 versus $599.
For most buyers, the Big Agnes Bunk House 4 is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.
🏆 Our pick: The Big Agnes Bunk House 4 scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Big Agnes Bunk House 4
- Versatile fast-fly shelter mode
- Huge patio-sized front vestibule
- 72-inch standing peak height
- Snagging door zippers
- Inadequate factory stakes
Coleman 4-Person Cabin Tent With Instant Setup
- 60-second instant setup
- Fits queen air bed
- Double-thick Polyguard fabric
- Low 59-inch ceiling
- Limited water resistance
Full Specs
| Spec | Big Agnes Bunk House 4 | Coleman 4-Person Cabin Tent With Instant Setup |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Cabin | Cabin, Instant |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $600 | $218 |
| Weight | 15 Lbs 8 Oz | 18 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 58.0 ft² | 56.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 33 Sq. Ft + 14 Sq. Ft | — |
| Peak Height | 70 | 59 |
| Doors | 2 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 99 X 92 In | 8 X 7 Ft |
| Pole Material | DAC DA17 Lightweight Aluminum Pole Set | 16 Mm And 20 Mm Steel |
| Floor Fabric | Polyester With 1500mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating | Polythylene 1000D |
| Rainfly Fabric | Polyester With 1500mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating | Polyster Taffeta 150D |
| Setup Time | 10 Mins | 5 Mins |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime | Limited 1 Year |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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