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CORE 9 Person Extended Dome Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent

Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict

CORE 9 Person Extended Dome

CORE

CORE 9 Person Extended Dome

★ 8.0 Dome
Sleeps 5 Seasons 3-season Weight 18.21 lbs Est. Price $150

Best for: Spacious and affordable family camping trips.

Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent

Big Agnes

Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent

★ 8.0 Dome
Sleeps 4 Seasons 3-season Weight 16.1 lbs Est. Price $480

Best for: Spacious and comfortable car camping.

Our Take

Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.

The CORE 9 Person Extended Dome sleeps 5 versus 4 for the Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent — if headcount matters, that's the deciding factor before you even look at scores.

The Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent is noticeably taller inside (6'9" peak height versus 6'0"), giving you more headroom to move around.

Floor space is also wider — 144 sq ft versus 78 sq ft for the Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent.

The Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent adds vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.

The CORE 9 Person Extended Dome and the Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 8.0 overall.

The biggest gap is intangibles, where the Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent holds a clear advantage.

The CORE 9 Person Extended Dome also has a price edge — $330 less at $149 versus $480.

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

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Score Comparison

CORE 9 Person Extended Dome
Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent
Overall Score
8.0
8.0
Space & Comfort
8.0
9.0
Quality & Durability
8.0
8.0
Weather Resistance
8.5
8.0
Value for Money
8.8
7.5
Ease of Use
7.0
7.0
Intangibles
5.0
7.0

Pros & Cons

CORE 9 Person Extended Dome

  • Excellent weather resistance
  • 72 inch peak height
  • Advanced venting System
  • Flimsy steel stakes
  • Single door entry

Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent

  • Massive 81-inch peak standing height
  • Intuitive color-coded easy pole setup
  • Functional backpack-style carry bag design
  • Tall walls act like sails
  • Rainfly lacks gear vestibule space

Full Specs

SpecCORE 9 Person Extended DomeBig Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent
Tent Type Dome Dome
Capacity 5 people 4 people
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $150 $480
Weight 18.21 Lbs 16.1 Lbs
Min Trail Weight — 14 Lb 14 Oz
Floor Area 144.0 ft² 78.0 ft²
Vestibule Area — 61 Sq Ft
Peak Height 72 81
Doors 1 2
Floor Dimensions 16 X 9 Ft 100 X 90 In
Pole Material Fiberglass Aluminum
Floor Fabric Durable 115gsm P.E. 75D Polyester Taffeta With A 1500mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating
Rainfly Fabric Durable 68D Polyester 75D Polyester Taffeta With 1500mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating And A Water Repellent Finish Without Intentionally Added PFAS
Packed Size — 26 X 16.5 X 8 In
Setup Time 20 Mins 10 Mins
Warranty 1 Year Limited Limited Lifetime
Made In Imported Imported

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CORE 9 Person Extended Dome

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Big Agnes Big House 6 Person Tent

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