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.
Both score 7.9 overall, though the Big Agnes Bunk House 6 wins more individual scoring categories.
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.
🏆 Our pick: The Big Agnes Bunk House 6 scores higher overall.
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
- 20% more headroom
- Blocks 90% sunlight
- Integrated power port
- 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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