Coleman Sundome 6 Person Tent Coleman Carlsbad 6-Person Tent With Screen Room
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Coleman
Coleman Sundome 6 Person Tent
Best for: Affordable family camping in fair weather.
Coleman
Coleman Carlsbad 6-Person Tent With Screen Room
Best for: Warm weather camping and bug-free relaxation.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Coleman Carlsbad 6-Person Tent With Screen Room adds a screen room — a meaningful structural difference.
Floor space is also wider — 120 sq ft versus 100 sq ft for the Coleman Sundome 6 Person Tent.
The Coleman Carlsbad 6-Person Tent With Screen Room adds vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.
On scores, the Coleman Carlsbad 6-Person Tent With Screen Room edges ahead — 7.8 overall versus 7.6.
The biggest gap is intangibles, where the Coleman Carlsbad 6-Person Tent With Screen Room holds a clear advantage.
The Coleman Sundome 6 Person Tent also has a price edge — $33 less at $116 versus $149.
For most buyers, the Coleman Carlsbad 6-Person Tent With Screen Room is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.
🏆 Our pick: The Coleman Carlsbad 6-Person Tent With Screen Room scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Coleman Sundome 6 Person Tent
- Spacious 100 sq ft interior
- Simple 10 minute solo setup
- Great value budget friendly price
- Poor water resistance
- Fragile fiberglass poles
Coleman Carlsbad 6-Person Tent With Screen Room
- Blocks 90% of sunlight
- Floor-to-ceiling bug-free screen room
- Keeps interior significantly cooler
- Flooding screen room
- Flimsy fiberglass poles
Full Specs
| Spec | Coleman Sundome 6 Person Tent | Coleman Carlsbad 6-Person Tent With Screen Room |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome, Screen Room, Blackout |
| Capacity | 3 people | 3 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $116 | $150 |
| Weight | 16.1 Lbs | 22 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 100.0 ft² | 120.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | — | 60 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 72 | 72 |
| Doors | 1 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 10 X 10 Ft | 15 X 12 Ft |
| Pole Material | 8.5mm Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Floor Fabric | Polyethylene | Polyethylene |
| Rainfly Fabric | Polyester Taffeta 75 Denier Flysheet | Polyester Taffeta 75 Denier Flysheet |
| Setup Time | 10 Mins | 15 Mins |
| Warranty | Limited 1 Year | Limited 1 Year |
| Made In | Imported | USA Or Imported |
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