Big Agnes Bunk House 6 Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Big Agnes
Big Agnes Bunk House 6
Best for: Spacious family car camping and glamping.
Coleman
Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL
Best for: Large groups or families car camping together.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL is noticeably taller inside (7'0" peak height versus 6'6"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 180 sq ft versus 82 sq ft for the Big Agnes Bunk House 6.
It also has vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.
The Big Agnes Bunk House 6 and the Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 7.9 overall.
The biggest gap is value for money, where the Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL holds a clear advantage.
The Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL also has a price edge — $459 less at $289 versus $749.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Big Agnes Bunk House 6
- Huge 56-sqft vestibule
- Standing 6'9" peak height
- Versatile fast-fly shelter mode
- Awkward door design
- Limited interior storage
Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL
- Fits 4 queen airbeds
- Sets up under 5 minutes
- Vertical walls increase headroom
- Snagging door zippers
- Tangled attached poles
Full Specs
| Spec | Big Agnes Bunk House 6 | Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome, 2 Room |
| Capacity | 6 people | 6 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $750 | $290 |
| Weight | 19 Lbs. 9 Oz. | 33.6 Lbs |
| Min Trail Weight | 18 Lbs. 6 Oz | — |
| Floor Area | 82.0 ft² | 180.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 56 Sq Ft | — |
| Peak Height | 78 | 84 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 118 X 100 Inches | 20 X 9 Ft |
| Pole Material | DAC DA17 Lightweight Aluminum | — |
| Floor Fabric | Polyester Taffeta With A 1500 Mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating | WeatherTec Tub Like Floor |
| Rainfly Fabric | Polyester Taffeta With 1500 Mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating | WeatherTec™ |
| Setup Time | 5 10 Mins | 5 Mins |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime | 1 Year |
| Made In | USA | Imported |
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