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Durston X-Mid 1 Solid Durston X-Mid Pro 1 Tent

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

Durston X-Mid 1 Solid

Durston

Durston X-Mid 1 Solid

★ 8.4 Backpacking
Sleeps 1 Seasons 4-season Weight 1.96 lbs Est. Price $289

Best for: Cold-weather, storm-worthy solo backpacking.

Durston X-Mid Pro 1 Tent

Durston

Durston X-Mid Pro 1 Tent

★ 8.5 Backpacking
Sleeps 1 Seasons 3-season Weight 1.3 lbs Est. Price $599

Best for: Ultralight thru-hiking and severe weather.

Our Take

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

The Durston X-Mid 1 Solid and the Durston X-Mid Pro 1 Tent are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 8.4 overall.

The biggest gap is intangibles, where the Durston X-Mid Pro 1 Tent holds a clear advantage.

The Durston X-Mid 1 Solid also has a price edge — $310 less at $289 versus $599.

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

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Score Comparison

Durston X-Mid 1 Solid
Durston X-Mid Pro 1 Tent
Overall Score
8.4
8.5
Space & Comfort
8.3
8.0
Quality & Durability
8.0
9.0
Weather Resistance
8.0
8.0
Value for Money
9.0
8.0
Ease of Use
8.0
7.5
Intangibles
7.0
9.0

Pros & Cons

Durston X-Mid 1 Solid

  • Excellent stormworthiness in harsh weather
  • Generous living and vestibule space
  • No sag polyester rain fly
  • Solid inner gets too hot
  • Massive footprint limits campsite choices

Durston X-Mid Pro 1 Tent

  • Ultralight Dyneema fabric saves weight
  • Spacious headroom for tall backpackers
  • Stormworthy design handles rough weather
  • Massive footprint requires large campsites
  • Weak door magnets unravel easily

Full Specs

SpecDurston X-Mid 1 SolidDurston X-Mid Pro 1 Tent
Tent Type Backpacking, Trekking Pole Backpacking, Trekking Pole,
Capacity 1 person 1 person
Seasons 4 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $289 $599
Weight 1.96 Lbs 1.3 Lbs
Min Trail Weight 1 Lb 15 Oz 1 Lb 2.15 Oz
Floor Area 21.2 ft² 20.0 ft²
Vestibule Area 20 Sq Ft 22 Sq Ft
Peak Height 47 45
Doors 2 2
Floor Dimensions 33 X 93 In 90 X 32 In
Pole Material Carbon Fiber Carbon Fiber
Floor Fabric 20D Sil/PE Polyester 3500mm HH In Grey 15D Sil/PEU Nylon Or Dyneema Composite Fabric (DCF)
Rainfly Fabric 20D Sil/PE Polyester 0.55 Oz Dyneema Composite Fabric
Packed Size 12x5 In 10x4.5 In
Setup Time 5 Mins 5 Mins
Warranty Limited Lifetime Limited Lifetime
Made In Imported Imported

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