Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter Lightspeed Outdoors 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.
Lightspeed
Lightspeed Outdoors Shelter
Best for: Quick sun protection at beaches or parks.
Our Take
Worth flagging before you compare: the Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter is a screen house and the Lightspeed Outdoors 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 4'9"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 100 sq ft versus 31 sq ft for the Lightspeed Outdoors Shelter.
The Lightspeed Outdoors Shelter adds vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.
On scores, the Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter edges ahead — 8.7 overall versus 8.0.
The biggest gap is weather resistance, where the Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter holds a clear advantage.
The Lightspeed Outdoors Shelter also has a price edge — $373 less at $79 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
Lightspeed Outdoors Shelter
- Quick bottom-pull hub setup
- UPF 50+ sun protection
- Integrated stability sand pockets
- Bent fiberglass poles
- Low ceiling height
Full Specs
| Spec | Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter | Lightspeed Outdoors Shelter |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Screen House, Beach | Beach |
| Capacity | — | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 1 Season |
| Est. Price | $453 | $80 |
| Weight | 14.5 Lbs | 7.26 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 100.0 ft² | 30.8 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | None | 30.84 |
| Peak Height | 84 | 57 |
| Doors | 2 | 0 |
| Floor Dimensions | 120 X 120 Inches | 93.3 X 47.6 Inches |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | Fiberglass |
| Floor Fabric | Floorless | Polyester |
| Rainfly Fabric | Nylon Mesh/polyester | Polyester |
| Setup Time | 5 Mins | 1 Min |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 1 Year |
| Made In | Imported | USA |
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