Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3 Marmot Thor 2 Person Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Big Agnes
Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3
Best for: Three-season backpacking and wild camping.
Marmot
Marmot Thor 2 Person Tent
Best for: Extreme weather conditions and high-altitude mountaineering.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3 sleeps 3 versus 2 for the Marmot Thor 2 Person Tent — if headcount matters, that's the deciding factor before you even look at scores.
The Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3 and the Marmot Thor 2 Person Tent are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 7.5 overall.
The biggest gap is build quality, where the Marmot Thor 2 Person Tent holds a clear advantage.
The Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3 also has a price edge — $419 less at $399 versus $819.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3
- Quick swivel hub setup
- Dual 9.2-sqft vestibules
- Recycled ripstop nylon fabric
- Cramped interior space
- Limited wind stability
Marmot Thor 2 Person Tent
- Sturdy six-pole design
- Two large vestibules
- Dual-diameter DAC poles
- Heavy 9-pound pack-weight
- Detaching vestibule windows
Full Specs
| Spec | Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3 | Marmot Thor 2 Person Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome, Backpacking | Dome, Backpacking |
| Capacity | 3 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 4 Season |
| Est. Price | $400 | $819 |
| Weight | 4 Lbs. 12 Oz. | 10 Lbs. 7 Oz. |
| Min Trail Weight | 4 Lbs. 4 Oz. | 9 Lbs. 5 Oz. |
| Floor Area | 38.5 ft² | 38.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 18.4 Sq Ft | 10 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 44 | 47 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 88 X 66 X 60 Inches | 87 X 69 Inches |
| Pole Material | 7000 Series Aluminum | DAC Featherlite NSL |
| Floor Fabric | High Tenacity, GRS Certified Recycled Mipan Regen Robic Double Ripstop Nylon | 70 Denier Nylon |
| Rainfly Fabric | High Tenacity, GRS Certified Recycled Mipan Regen Robic Double Ripstop Nylon | 50 Denier Polyester Ripstop |
| Setup Time | 8 Mins | 10 Mins |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Made In | USA | Imported |
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