Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 Tent Durston X-Mid 1P
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Big Agnes
Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 Tent
★ 8.1 Backpacking
Sleeps 1 Seasons 4-season Weight 1.2 lbs Est. Price $550
Best for: Ultralight solo fast-and-light mountain missions.
Durston
Durston X-Mid 1P
★ 8.2 Backpacking
Sleeps 1 Seasons 3-season Weight 1.6 lbs Est. Price $269
Best for: Top-tier choice for ultralight backpacking.
Our Take
Both are backpacking tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 Tent and the Durston X-Mid 1P are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 8.1 overall.
The biggest gap is value for money, where the Durston X-Mid 1P holds a clear advantage.
The Durston X-Mid 1P also has a price edge — $280 less at $269 versus $549.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
Score Comparison
Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 Tent
Durston X-Mid 1P
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Quality & Durability
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Value for Money
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Pros & Cons
Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 Tent
- HyperBead fabric offers elite waterproofing
- Spacious 1.5-person asymmetrical interior design
- Ultralight trekking pole supported setup
- Small pole pockets fit poorly
- Sloped walls limit taller hikers
Durston X-Mid 1P
- Featherlight 26 oz trail weight
- Spacious 93 inch floor length
- Rock solid in high winds
- The large footprint requires space.
- Pitching takes some practice.
Full Specs
| Spec | Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 Tent | Durston X-Mid 1P |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Backpacking, Ultralight, Trekking Pole, Non Freestanding | Backpacking, Trekking Pole, Ultralight |
| Capacity | 1 person | 1 person |
| Seasons | 4 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $550 | $269 |
| Weight | 1.2 Lbs | 1.6 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 22.0 ft² | 20.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 9 Sq Ft | 10.2 Sq Ft X 2 |
| Peak Height | 47 | 47 |
| Doors | 1 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 88 X 28 44 In | 93 X 33 In |
| Pole Material | Trekking Poles | Trekking Poles (not Included) |
| Floor Fabric | Proprietary HyperBead Fabric Technology; Recycled 15 Denier Ripstop Nylon With 1,500 Mm Waterproof Rating | 15D Sil/PE Polyester (3500mm HH) |
| Rainfly Fabric | Proprietary HyperBead Fabric; 20 Denier Recycled Solution Dyed Polyester With 20 Denier High Tenacity Ripstop Fabric And 4,000 Mm Waterproof Rating | 15D Sil/PEU Polyester |
| Setup Time | 20 Mins | 5 Mins |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Limited |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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