Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology Kelty Timeout 6 Person Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Coleman
Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology
Best for: Perfect for fair-weather car camping.
Kelty
Kelty Timeout 6 Person Tent
Best for: Best for 6-person 3-season car camping.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
It also adds a screen room — a meaningful structural difference.
Floor space is also wider — 125 sq ft versus 88 sq ft for the Kelty Timeout 6 Person Tent.
It also has vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.
The Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology and the Kelty Timeout 6 Person Tent are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 7.7 overall.
The biggest gap is weather resistance, where the Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology holds a clear advantage.
The Kelty Timeout 6 Person Tent also has a price edge — $291 less at $98 versus $390.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology
- Dark Room technology blocks light
- Vertical walls maximize interior headroom
- Setup takes under five minutes
- Flimsy fiberglass poles can shatter
- Partial rainfly offers subpar protection
Kelty Timeout 6 Person Tent
- Fast Shark Mouth pack-up
- 68-inch standing peak height
- Bug-proof no-see-um mesh
- Single door access
- Sticking door zippers
Full Specs
| Spec | Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology | Kelty Timeout 6 Person Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome, Screen Room | Dome |
| Capacity | 3 people | 3 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $390 | $99 |
| Weight | 21.2 Lbs | 14 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 125.0 ft² | 87.6 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 40 Sq Ft | |
| Peak Height | 72 | 68 |
| Doors | 1 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 150 X 120 In | 119"x106" |
| Pole Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Floor Fabric | PE Sheet, 130 G/m2, Flame Retardant | 68 D Polyster / 120 MM / CO WR |
| Rainfly Fabric | Polyester Taffeta 68 Denier 190T; PU/flame Retardant/C0 Water Repellent PFAS Free/600 Mm/Dark Room Coating | 68 D Polyster / 120 MM / CO |
| Setup Time | 5 Mins | 15 Mins |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited | Limited Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology
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