CORE 9 Person Extended Dome Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
CORE
CORE 9 Person Extended Dome
Best for: Spacious and affordable family camping trips.
Coleman
Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL
Best for: Large groups or families car camping together.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL 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 Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL is noticeably taller inside (7'0" peak height versus 6'0"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 180 sq ft versus 144 sq ft for the CORE 9 Person Extended Dome.
The CORE 9 Person Extended Dome and the Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 7.9 overall.
The biggest gap is ease of setup, where the Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL holds a clear advantage.
The CORE 9 Person Extended Dome also has a price edge — $140 less at $149 versus $289.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
CORE 9 Person Extended Dome
- 20% more headroom
- Blocks 90% sunlight
- Integrated power port
- Flimsy steel stakes
- Single door entry
Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL
- Fits 4 queen airbeds
- Sets up under 5 minutes
- Vertical walls increase headroom
- Snagging door zippers
- Tangled attached poles
Full Specs
| Spec | CORE 9 Person Extended Dome | Coleman 12-Person Skydome Tent XL |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome, 2 Room |
| Capacity | 5 people | 6 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $150 | $290 |
| Weight | 18.21 Lbs | 33.6 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 144.0 ft² | 180.0 ft² |
| Peak Height | 72 | 84 |
| Doors | 1 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 16 X 9 Ft | 20 X 9 Ft |
| Pole Material | Fiberglass | — |
| Floor Fabric | Durable 115gsm P.E. | WeatherTec Tub Like Floor |
| Rainfly Fabric | Durable 68D Polyester | WeatherTec™ |
| Setup Time | 20 Mins | 5 Mins |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited | 1 Year |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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