Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter Kelty Cabana Shelter
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.
Kelty
Kelty Cabana Shelter
Best for: Beach sun protection and private changing.
Our Take
Worth flagging before you compare: the Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter is a screen house and the Kelty Cabana Shelter is a beach, so these two sit in different shelter categories.
The Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter is noticeably taller inside (7'0" peak height versus 4'5"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 100 sq ft versus 46 sq ft for the Kelty Cabana Shelter.
On scores, the Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter edges ahead — 8.7 overall versus 8.4.
The biggest gap is build quality, where the Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter holds a clear advantage.
The Kelty Cabana Shelter also has a price edge — $333 less at $119 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
Kelty Cabana Shelter
- Quick-Corner lightning setup
- Privacy toggle wall
- Integrated sandbag anchors
- Stuffy interior airflow
- Fragile pole sleeves
Full Specs
| Spec | Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter | Kelty Cabana Shelter |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Screen House, Beach | Beach |
| Capacity | — | 3 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $453 | $120 |
| Weight | 14.5 Lbs | 7 Lbs. 5 Oz |
| Floor Area | 100.0 ft² | 45.5 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | None | — |
| Peak Height | 84 | 53 |
| Doors | 2 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 120 X 120 Inches | 116 X 76 X 53 Inches |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | Fiberglass |
| Floor Fabric | Floorless | 68D Polyester |
| Rainfly Fabric | Nylon Mesh/polyester | — |
| Setup Time | 5 Mins | 3 Mins |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime Warranty |
| Made In | Imported | Usa |
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