Coleman WeatherMaster 10-Person Tent Coleman Montana 8 Person Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Coleman
Coleman WeatherMaster 10-Person Tent
Best for: Spacious car camping for large families.
Coleman
Coleman Montana 8 Person Tent
Best for: Budget-friendly family camping in mild weather.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Coleman WeatherMaster 10-Person Tent sleeps 5 versus 4 for the Coleman Montana 8 Person Tent — if headcount matters, that's the deciding factor before you even look at scores.
The Coleman WeatherMaster 10-Person Tent is noticeably taller inside (6'8" peak height versus 6'2"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 153 sq ft versus 112 sq ft for the Coleman Montana 8 Person Tent.
On scores, the Coleman Montana 8 Person Tent edges ahead — 7.0 overall versus 6.8.
The biggest gap is weather resistance, where the Coleman Montana 8 Person Tent holds a clear advantage.
The Coleman Montana 8 Person Tent also has a price edge — $130 less at $219 versus $349.
For most buyers, the Coleman Montana 8 Person Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.
🏆 Our pick: The Coleman Montana 8 Person Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Coleman WeatherMaster 10-Person Tent
- Patented hinged D-door
- Fits three queen mattresses
- 6-foot 8-inch ceiling
- Unsealed, leaking seams
- Thin, buckling poles
Coleman Montana 8 Person Tent
- Hinged door access
- Angled rainproof windows
- Quick 15-minute setup
- Fragile fiberglass poles
- Zero side windows
Full Specs
| Spec | Coleman WeatherMaster 10-Person Tent | Coleman Montana 8 Person Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome |
| Capacity | 5 people | 4 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $350 | $220 |
| Weight | 30.9 Lbs | 23.14 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 153.0 ft² | 112.0 ft² |
| Peak Height | 80 | 74 |
| Doors | 1 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 17 X 9 Ft | 16 X 7 Ft |
| Pole Material | 11 Millimeter Fiberglass Poles | Fiberglass |
| Floor Fabric | 1,000 Denier Polyethylene Floor | Polyguard™ Polyester Fabric |
| Rainfly Fabric | 75 Denier Polyester Taffeta Fly | Polyguard™ Polyester Fabric |
| Setup Time | 20 Mins | 20 Mins |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited | 1 Year Limited |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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