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Coleman Instant Screenhouse Small CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium

Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict

Coleman Instant Screenhouse Small

Coleman

Coleman Instant Screenhouse Small

★ 7.6 Screen House
Seasons 3-season Weight 16.5 lbs Est. Price $159

Best for: Quick, bug-free shade and sun protection.

CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium

CORE

CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium

★ 7.8 Screen House
Seasons 3-season Weight 27 lbs Est. Price $220

Best for: Quick shade and insect-free outdoor gatherings.

Our Take

Both are screen house tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.

Floor space is also wider — 120 sq ft versus 100 sq ft for the Coleman Instant Screenhouse Small.

On scores, the CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium edges ahead — 7.8 overall versus 7.6.

The biggest gap is weather resistance, where the CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium holds a clear advantage.

The Coleman Instant Screenhouse Small also has a price edge — $60 less at $159 versus $219.

For most buyers, the CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.

🏆 Our pick: The CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium scores higher overall.

Score Comparison

Coleman Instant Screenhouse Small
CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium
Overall Score
7.6
7.8
Space & Comfort
7.0
7.0
Quality & Durability
7.0
8.0
Weather Resistance
5.0
7.0
Value for Money
8.0
8.0
Ease of Use
9.0
9.0
Intangibles
8.0
8.0

Pros & Cons

Coleman Instant Screenhouse Small

  • One-minute instant setup
  • UVGuard UPF 50+ protection
  • Dual-sided zippered entries
  • Low 37-inch ceiling
  • Limited water resistance

CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium

  • Sixty-second instant setup
  • Three-mode integrated lighting
  • Fits over picnic tables
  • Floorless design
  • Weak stakes

Full Specs

SpecColeman Instant Screenhouse SmallCORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium
Tent Type Screen House Screen House
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $159 $220
Weight 16.5 Lbs 27 Lbs
Floor Area 100.0 ft² 120.0 ft²
Vestibule Area None None
Peak Height 84 84
Doors 2 2
Floor Dimensions 120 X 120 Inches 144 X 120 Inches
Pole Material Alloy Steel Steel
Floor Fabric Floorless Floorless
Rainfly Fabric Polyguard Nylon 150D Polyester
Setup Time 1 Min 1 Min
Warranty None 1 Year
Made In Imported Imported

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CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium

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