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Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3 Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint

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

Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3

Big Agnes

Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3

★ 7.8 Dome
Sleeps 3 Seasons 3-season Weight 4 lbs. 12 oz. Est. Price $400

Best for: Three-season backpacking and wild camping.

Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint

Marmot

Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint

★ 8.3 Backpacking
Sleeps 3 Seasons 3-season Weight 9.2 lbs Est. Price $449

Best for: Versatile crossover for camping and backpacking.

Our Take

Worth flagging before you compare: the Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3 is a dome and the Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint is a backpacking, so these two sit in different shelter categories.

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 (4'5" peak height versus 3'8"), giving you more headroom to move around.

Floor space is also wider — 53 sq ft versus 39 sq ft for the Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3.

The Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint also offers significantly more vestibule space — 37 sq ft versus 18 sq ft.

On scores, the Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint edges ahead — 8.3 overall versus 7.8.

The biggest gap is value for money, where the Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint holds a clear advantage.

The Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3 also has a price edge — $49 less at $399 versus $449.

For most buyers, the Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.

🏆 Our pick: The Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint scores higher overall.

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Score Comparison

Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3
Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint
Overall Score
7.8
8.3
Space & Comfort
7.0
7.0
Quality & Durability
8.0
8.0
Weather Resistance
8.0
8.5
Value for Money
7.0
8.0
Ease of Use
8.0
9.0
Intangibles
7.0
8.0

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 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

SpecBig Agnes Crag Lake SL3Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint
Tent Type Dome, Backpacking Backpacking, Dome
Capacity 3 people 3 people
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $400 $449
Weight 4 Lbs. 12 Oz. 9.2 Lbs
Min Trail Weight 4 Lbs. 4 Oz. —
Floor Area 38.5 ft² 52.7 ft²
Vestibule Area 18.4 Sq Ft 36.6 Sq Ft
Peak Height 44 53
Doors 2 2
Floor Dimensions 88 X 66 X 60 Inches 92.9 X 81.9 Inches
Pole Material 7000 Series Aluminum Aluminum
Floor Fabric High Tenacity, GRS Certified Recycled Mipan Regen Robic Double Ripstop Nylon 68d 100% Polyester Taffeta
Rainfly Fabric High Tenacity, GRS Certified Recycled Mipan Regen Robic Double Ripstop Nylon 100% Polyester, Ripstop
Setup Time 8 Mins 7 Mins
Warranty Limited Lifetime Limited Lifetime
Made In USA Imported

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Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint

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