Big Agnes Bunk House 6 CORE 9 Person Extended Dome
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Big Agnes
Big Agnes Bunk House 6
Best for: Spacious family car camping and glamping.
CORE
CORE 9 Person Extended Dome
Best for: Spacious and affordable family camping trips.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Big Agnes Bunk House 6 sleeps 6 versus 5 for the CORE 9 Person Extended Dome — if headcount matters, that's the deciding factor before you even look at scores.
The Big Agnes Bunk House 6 is noticeably taller inside (6'6" peak height versus 6'0"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 144 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 CORE 9 Person Extended Dome are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 7.9 overall.
The biggest gap is intangibles, where the Big Agnes Bunk House 6 holds a clear advantage.
The CORE 9 Person Extended Dome also has a price edge — $599 less at $149 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
CORE 9 Person Extended Dome
- Excellent weather resistance
- 72 inch peak height
- Advanced venting System
- Flimsy steel stakes
- Single door entry
Full Specs
| Spec | Big Agnes Bunk House 6 | CORE 9 Person Extended Dome |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome |
| Capacity | 6 people | 5 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $750 | $150 |
| Weight | 19 Lbs. 9 Oz. | 18.21 Lbs |
| Min Trail Weight | 18 Lbs. 6 Oz | — |
| Floor Area | 82.0 ft² | 144.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 56 Sq Ft | — |
| Peak Height | 78 | 72 |
| Doors | 2 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 118 X 100 Inches | 16 X 9 Ft |
| Pole Material | DAC DA17 Lightweight Aluminum | Fiberglass |
| Floor Fabric | Polyester Taffeta With A 1500 Mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating | Durable 115gsm P.E. |
| Rainfly Fabric | Polyester Taffeta With 1500 Mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating | Durable 68D Polyester |
| Setup Time | 5 10 Mins | 20 Mins |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime | 1 Year Limited |
| Made In | USA | Imported |
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