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Big Agnes Bunk House 6 CORE 9 Person Extended Dome

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

Big Agnes Bunk House 6

Big Agnes

Big Agnes Bunk House 6

★ 7.9 Dome
Sleeps 6 Seasons 3-season Weight 19 lbs. 9 oz. Est. Price $750

Best for: Spacious family car camping and glamping.

CORE 9 Person Extended Dome

CORE

CORE 9 Person Extended Dome

★ 8.0 Dome
Sleeps 5 Seasons 3-season Weight 18.21 lbs Est. Price $150

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

Big Agnes Bunk House 6
CORE 9 Person Extended Dome
Overall Score
7.9
8.0
Space & Comfort
8.0
8.0
Quality & Durability
8.0
8.0
Weather Resistance
9.0
8.5
Value for Money
6.0
8.8
Ease of Use
7.0
7.0
Intangibles
8.0
5.0

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

SpecBig Agnes Bunk House 6CORE 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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Big Agnes Bunk House 6

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CORE 9 Person Extended Dome

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