CORE 6 Person Dome Tent VS MSR Access 2 Person Tent

Worth flagging before you compare: the CORE 6 Person Dome Tent is a dome and the MSR Access 2 Person Tent is a backpacking, so these two sit in different shelter categories.

The CORE 6 Person Dome Tent is noticeably taller inside (6'0" peak height versus 3'6"), giving you more headroom to move around.

Floor space is also wider — 99 sq ft versus 29 sq ft for the MSR Access 2 Person Tent.

The MSR Access 2 Person Tent adds vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.

Both score 7.9 overall, though the MSR Access 2 Person Tent wins more individual scoring categories.

The main tradeoff: the CORE 6 Person Dome Tent leads on value for money despite trailing overall.

The CORE 6 Person Dome Tent also has a price edge — $659 less at $139 versus $799.

Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.