Coleman Instant Cabin Tent 4 Person Coleman Skylodge 4-Person Instant Camping Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Coleman
Coleman Instant Cabin Tent 4 Person
Best for: Quick setup for fair weather family camping.
Coleman
Coleman Skylodge 4-Person Instant Camping Tent
Best for: Easy, intuitive, 4-person car camping.
Our Take
Both are cabin tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Coleman Skylodge 4-Person Instant Camping Tent is noticeably taller inside (54'0" peak height versus 4'11"), giving you more headroom to move around.
On scores, the Coleman Skylodge 4-Person Instant Camping Tent edges ahead — 7.6 overall versus 7.1.
The biggest gap is intangibles, where the Coleman Skylodge 4-Person Instant Camping Tent holds a clear advantage.
The Coleman Instant Cabin Tent 4 Person also has a price edge — $90 less at $149 versus $239.
For most buyers, the Coleman Skylodge 4-Person Instant Camping Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.
🏆 Our pick: The Coleman Skylodge 4-Person Instant Camping Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Coleman Instant Cabin Tent 4 Person
- Sub-60 second instant setup
- Pre-attached telescopic poles
- Fits queen air mattress
- Low 59-inch ceiling
- Limited water resistance
Coleman Skylodge 4-Person Instant Camping Tent
- Telescoping poles enable one-minute setup
- WeatherTec system handles 35mph winds
- E-port provides easy electrical access
- Sticky poles make setup tricky.
- Poor airflow with rainfly on.
Full Specs
| Spec | Coleman Instant Cabin Tent 4 Person | Coleman Skylodge 4-Person Instant Camping Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Cabin, Instant | Cabin, Instant |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $150 | $240 |
| Weight | 24 Lbs | 21.4 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 56.0 ft² | 56.3 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | — | None |
| Peak Height | 59 | 648 |
| Doors | 1 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 8 X 7 Ft | 90 X 90 In |
| Pole Material | — | Fiberglass |
| Floor Fabric | Double Thick Polyguard 2X™ Fabric | Polyester |
| Rainfly Fabric | Double Thick Polyguard 2X™ Fabric | Polyester |
| Setup Time | 5 Mins | 1 Min |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited | 1 Year Limited Warranty |
| Made In | Imported | USA |
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