Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter Coleman Screened Canopy Tent with Instant Setup
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Big Agnes
Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter
Best for: Group camping protection from sun and bugs.
Coleman
Coleman Screened Canopy Tent with Instant Setup
Best for: Bug-free lounging and quick sun protection.
Our Take
Both are screen house tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Coleman Screened Canopy Tent with Instant Setup is noticeably taller inside (8'4" peak height versus 7'0"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 120 sq ft versus 100 sq ft for the Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter.
On scores, the Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter edges ahead — 8.7 overall versus 8.2.
The biggest gap is weather resistance, where the Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter holds a clear advantage.
The Coleman Screened Canopy Tent with Instant Setup also has a price edge — $353 less at $99 versus $452.
For most buyers, the Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.
🏆 Our pick: The Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter
- Fits over picnic tables
- Massive seven-foot headspace
- Versatile fast-fly setup
- Sways in wind
- Awkward solo setup
Coleman Screened Canopy Tent with Instant Setup
- Sixty-second instant setup
- Two large T-doors
- Double-thick Polyguard fabric
- Fragile zipper design
- Weak pole joints
Full Specs
| Spec | Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter | Coleman Screened Canopy Tent with Instant Setup |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Screen House, Beach | Screen House |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $453 | $99 |
| Weight | 14.5 Lbs | 45.2 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 100.0 ft² | 120.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | None | None |
| Peak Height | 84 | 100 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 120 X 120 Inches | 144 X 120 Inches |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | Alloy Steel |
| Floor Fabric | Floorless | Floorless |
| Rainfly Fabric | Nylon Mesh/polyester | Polyguard Nylon |
| Setup Time | 5 Mins | 1 Min |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 1 Year |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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