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CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Small CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium

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

CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Small

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CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Small

★ 7.6 Screen House
Seasons 3-season Weight 8 lbs Est. Price $150

Best for: Quick, bug-free outdoor shelter and gatherings.

CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium

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CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium

★ 7.8 Screen House
Seasons 3-season Weight 27 lbs Est. Price $220

Best for: Quick shade and insect-free outdoor gatherings.

Our Take

These are two versions of the same base tent from CORE, so the differences come down to specific features rather than overall design.

Floor space is also wider — 120 sq ft versus 100 sq ft for the CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Small.

On scores, the CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium edges ahead — 7.8 overall versus 7.6.

The biggest gap is weather resistance, where the CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium holds a clear advantage.

The CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Small also has a price edge — $70 less at $149 versus $219.

Check the full specs below to see exactly what sets these two apart and decide whether the difference is worth it to you.

🏆 Our pick: The CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium scores higher overall.

Score Comparison

CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Small
CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium
Overall Score
7.6
7.8
Space & Comfort
8.0
7.0
Quality & Durability
7.0
8.0
Weather Resistance
5.0
7.0
Value for Money
8.0
8.0
Ease of Use
9.0
9.0
Intangibles
7.0
8.0

Pros & Cons

CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Small

  • 60-second instant setup
  • Fits standard picnic tables
  • Dual-sided zippered doors
  • Leaky roof seams
  • No floor included

CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium

  • Sixty-second instant setup
  • Three-mode integrated lighting
  • Fits over picnic tables
  • Floorless design
  • Weak stakes

Full Specs

SpecCORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent SmallCORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium
Tent Type Screen House Screen House
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $150 $220
Weight 8 Lbs 27 Lbs
Floor Area 100.0 ft² 120.0 ft²
Vestibule Area None None
Peak Height 84 84
Doors 2 2
Floor Dimensions 120 X 120 Inches 144 X 120 Inches
Pole Material Steel Steel
Floor Fabric Floorless Floorless
Rainfly Fabric 150D Polyester 150D Polyester
Setup Time 1 Min 1 Min
Warranty 1 Year 1 Year
Made In Imported Imported

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CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Small

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