Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 Tent Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Big Agnes
Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 Tent
Best for: Ultralight three-person backpacking and versatile camping.
Marmot
Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint
Best for: Versatile crossover for camping and backpacking.
Our Take
Both are backpacking tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint adds a included footprint — a meaningful structural difference.
The Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint is noticeably taller inside (44'0" peak height versus 3'7"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 53 sq ft versus 41 sq ft for the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 Tent.
The Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint also offers significantly more vestibule space — 37 sq ft versus 9 sq ft.
Both score 8.4 overall, though the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 Tent wins more individual scoring categories.
The main tradeoff: the Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint leads on value for money despite trailing overall.
The Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint also has a price edge — $200 less at $449 versus $649.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
🏆 Our pick: The Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 Tent
- 41-sqft palatial interior
- Proprietary HyperBead fabric
- Dual awning-style vestibules
- Fragile floor material
- Sticky, finicky zippers
Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint
- Huge vestibules offer ample storage
- Quick setup with color-coded poles
- Included footprint adds great value
- Internal storage is quite limited
- Low height makes changing difficult
Full Specs
| Spec | Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 Tent | Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Backpacking, Dome | Backpacking, Dome |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $650 | $449 |
| Weight | 3 Lbs 8 Oz | 9.2 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 41.0 ft² | 52.7 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 9 + 9 Sq Ft | 36.6 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 43 | 528 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 90 X 70 In | 92.9 X 81.9 Inches |
| Pole Material | DAC NFL | Aluminum |
| Floor Fabric | Silicone Treated Proprietary Ultralight Double Rip Stop Mixed Denier Nylon With 1200mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating | 68d 100% Polyester Taffeta |
| Rainfly Fabric | Silicone Treated Proprietary Ultralight Double Rip Stop Mixed Denier Nylon With 1200mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating | 100% Polyester, Ripstop |
| Setup Time | 5 Mins | 7 Mins |
| Warranty | Limited | Limited Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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