Coleman Skydome 8-person Camping Tent with Dark Room Technology Coleman Skydome Screen Room 4-Person Tent with Dark Room Technology
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Coleman
Coleman Skydome 8-person Camping Tent with Dark Room Technology
Best for: Spacious car camping for large families.
Coleman
Coleman Skydome Screen Room 4-Person Tent with Dark Room Technology
Best for: Perfect for family car camping.
Our Take
These are two versions of the same base tent from Coleman, so the differences come down to specific features rather than overall design.
The Coleman Skydome 8-person Camping Tent with Dark Room Technology sleeps 4 versus 2 for the Coleman Skydome Screen Room 4-Person Tent with Dark Room Technology — if headcount matters, that's the deciding factor before you even look at scores.
The Coleman Skydome Screen Room 4-Person Tent with Dark Room Technology adds a screen room — a meaningful structural difference.
The Coleman Skydome 8-person Camping Tent with Dark Room Technology is noticeably taller inside (6'4" peak height versus 4'8"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 162 sq ft versus 84 sq ft for the Coleman Skydome Screen Room 4-Person Tent with Dark Room Technology.
The Coleman Skydome Screen Room 4-Person Tent with Dark Room Technology adds vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.
On scores, the Coleman Skydome Screen Room 4-Person Tent with Dark Room Technology edges ahead — 7.9 overall versus 7.4.
The biggest gap is ease of setup, where the Coleman Skydome Screen Room 4-Person Tent with Dark Room Technology holds a clear advantage.
Check the full specs below to see exactly what sets these two apart and decide whether the difference is worth it to you.
🏆 Our pick: The Coleman Skydome Screen Room 4-Person Tent with Dark Room Technology scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Coleman Skydome 8-person Camping Tent with Dark Room Technology
- Blocks 90% of sunlight
- Sets up under 5 minutes
- 20% more vertical headroom
- Flimsy fiberglass poles
- Leaking floor seams
Coleman Skydome Screen Room 4-Person Tent with Dark Room Technology
- Dark Room tech blocks 90% sunlight
- Sets up under five minutes
- Vertical walls offer more headroom
- Traps heat without proper ventilation
- Fiberglass poles require careful handling
Full Specs
| Spec | Coleman Skydome 8-person Camping Tent with Dark Room Technology | Coleman Skydome Screen Room 4-Person Tent with Dark Room Technology |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome, Blackout | Dome, Screen Room, Blackout |
| Capacity | 4 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $285 | $270 |
| Weight | 22 Lbs. 9.6 Oz. | 15.91 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 162.0 ft² | 84.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | None | 28 Sq Feet |
| Peak Height | 76 | 56 |
| Doors | 1 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 12 X 9 Feet | 126 X 96 In |
| Pole Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Floor Fabric | 1,000 Denier Polyethylene Sheet | PE Sheet, 130 G/m2, Flame Retardant |
| Rainfly Fabric | 68 Denier Polyester Taffeta | Polyester Taffeta 68 Denier 190T |
| Setup Time | 5 Mins | 5 Mins |
| Warranty | Limited 1 Year | 1 Year Limited |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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