CORE 9 Person Extended Dome Big Agnes Bunk House 6
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
CORE
CORE 9 Person Extended Dome
Best for: Spacious and affordable family camping trips.
Big Agnes
Big Agnes Bunk House 6
Best for: Spacious family car camping and glamping.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Big Agnes Bunk House 6 sleeps 6 versus 5 for the CORE 9 Person Extended Dome — if headcount matters, that's the deciding factor before you even look at scores.
The Big Agnes Bunk House 6 is noticeably taller inside (6'6" peak height versus 6'0"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 144 sq ft versus 82 sq ft for the Big Agnes Bunk House 6.
The Big Agnes Bunk House 6 adds vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.
Both score 7.9 overall, though the Big Agnes Bunk House 6 wins more individual scoring categories.
The biggest gap is intangibles, where the Big Agnes Bunk House 6 holds a clear advantage.
The CORE 9 Person Extended Dome also has a price edge — $599 less at $149 versus $749.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
🏆 Our pick: The Big Agnes Bunk House 6 scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
CORE 9 Person Extended Dome
- 20% more headroom
- Blocks 90% sunlight
- Integrated power port
- Flimsy steel stakes
- Single door entry
Big Agnes Bunk House 6
- Huge 56-sqft vestibule
- Standing 6'9" peak height
- Versatile fast-fly shelter mode
- Awkward door design
- Limited interior storage
Full Specs
| Spec | CORE 9 Person Extended Dome | Big Agnes Bunk House 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome |
| Capacity | 5 people | 6 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $150 | $750 |
| Weight | 18.21 Lbs | 19 Lbs. 9 Oz. |
| Min Trail Weight | — | 18 Lbs. 6 Oz |
| Floor Area | 144.0 ft² | 82.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | — | 56 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 72 | 78 |
| Doors | 1 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 16 X 9 Ft | 118 X 100 Inches |
| Pole Material | Fiberglass | DAC DA17 Lightweight Aluminum |
| Floor Fabric | Durable 115gsm P.E. | Polyester Taffeta With A 1500 Mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating |
| Rainfly Fabric | Durable 68D Polyester | Polyester Taffeta With 1500 Mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating |
| Setup Time | 20 Mins | 5 10 Mins |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited | Limited Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | USA |
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