CORE 6 Person Dome Tent Coleman Carlsbad 6-Person Tent With Screen Room
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
CORE
CORE 6 Person Dome Tent
Best for: Affordable family camping in mild 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 99 sq ft for the CORE 6 Person Dome Tent.
The Coleman Carlsbad 6-Person Tent With Screen Room adds vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.
Both score 7.9 overall, though the CORE 6 Person Dome Tent wins more individual scoring categories.
The main tradeoff: the Coleman Carlsbad 6-Person Tent With Screen Room leads on intangibles despite trailing overall.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
🏆 Our pick: The CORE 6 Person Dome Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
CORE 6 Person Dome Tent
- 60-second instant setup
- Blocks 90% sunlight
- H2O Block waterproof tech
- Tight storage bag
- Low center height
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 | CORE 6 Person Dome 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 | $140 | $150 |
| Weight | 12.72 Lbs | 22 Lbs |
| Min Trail Weight | 12.72 | — |
| Floor Area | 99.0 ft² | 120.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 0 | 60 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 72 | 72 |
| Doors | 1 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 11 X 9 Ft | 15 X 12 Ft |
| Pole Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Floor Fabric | Polyester | Polyethylene |
| Rainfly Fabric | Polyester | Polyester Taffeta 75 Denier Flysheet |
| Setup Time | 2 Mins | 15 Mins |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited | Limited 1 Year |
| Made In | Imported | USA Or Imported |
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