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HEIMPLANET The CAVE 2 to 3 Person Tent The North Face Mountain 25 Tent

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

HEIMPLANET The CAVE 2 to 3 Person Tent

HEIMPLANET

HEIMPLANET The CAVE 2 to 3 Person Tent

★ 7.4 Inflatable
Sleeps 1 Seasons 3-season Weight 10.6 lbs Est. Price $999

Best for: Reliable protection in extreme weather conditions.

The North Face Mountain 25 Tent

The North Face

The North Face Mountain 25 Tent

★ 8.4 Backpacking
Sleeps 1 Seasons 4-season Weight 9 lbs 13 oz Est. Price $760

Best for: Extreme weather mountaineering and winter expeditions.

Our Take

Worth flagging before you compare: the HEIMPLANET The CAVE 2 to 3 Person Tent is a inflatable and the The North Face Mountain 25 Tent is a backpacking, so these two sit in different shelter categories.

The HEIMPLANET The CAVE 2 to 3 Person Tent is noticeably taller inside (4'2" peak height versus 3'5"), giving you more headroom to move around.

Floor space is also wider — 54 sq ft versus 32 sq ft for the The North Face Mountain 25 Tent.

The The North Face Mountain 25 Tent adds vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.

On scores, the The North Face Mountain 25 Tent edges ahead — 8.4 overall versus 7.4.

The biggest gap is intangibles, where the The North Face Mountain 25 Tent holds a clear advantage.

The The North Face Mountain 25 Tent also has a price edge — $239 less at $760 versus $999.

For most buyers, the The North Face Mountain 25 Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.

🏆 Our pick: The The North Face Mountain 25 Tent scores higher overall.

Score Comparison

HEIMPLANET The CAVE 2 to 3 Person Tent
The North Face Mountain 25 Tent
Overall Score
7.4
8.4
Space & Comfort
9.0
8.0
Quality & Durability
8.0
9.0
Weather Resistance
8.0
9.0
Value for Money
5.0
7.0
Ease of Use
8.0
7.0
Intangibles
6.0
10.0

Pros & Cons

HEIMPLANET The CAVE 2 to 3 Person Tent

  • Stable 10-point geodesic frame
  • 16-second pump inflation
  • 5000mm waterproof floor rating
  • Heavy 11-pound weight
  • Fiddly first assembly

The North Face Mountain 25 Tent

  • Stable geodesic dome design
  • Eight internal storage pockets
  • Dual entry front vestibule
  • Hefty trail weight
  • Slow pole-sleeve setup

Full Specs

SpecHEIMPLANET The CAVE 2 to 3 Person TentThe North Face Mountain 25 Tent
Tent Type Inflatable, Geodesic Backpacking, Geodesic
Capacity 1 person 1 person
Seasons 3 Season 4 Season
Est. Price $999 $760
Weight 10.6 Lbs 9 Lbs 13 Oz
Min Trail Weight 8 Lbs
Floor Area 54.0 ft² 32.3 ft²
Vestibule Area 8 + 3 Sq Ft
Peak Height 50 41
Doors 1 2
Floor Dimensions 5 M2 86 X 54 In
Pole Material DAC Aluminum
Floor Fabric 100% Nylon Tafetta 70D 210T, PU Laminated 5,000 Mm Water Column 70D Coated Nylon, 10000 Mm PU Coating, Water Resistant Finish
Rainfly Fabric 100% Polyester 66D 210T Ripstop, PU Laminated 5,000 Mm Water Column 40D Nylon, 1500 Mm PU/Silicone Coating, Water Resistant Finish
Setup Time 5 10 Mins 10 Mins
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Limited Lifetime
Made In Imported Imported

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