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Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent Napier Outdoors – Backroadz SUV Tent

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

Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent

Kelty

Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent

★ 7.8 SUV
Sleeps 2 Seasons 3-season Weight 21 lbs Est. Price $350

Best for: Vehicle camping and large gear storage.

Napier Outdoors – Backroadz SUV Tent

Napier

Napier Outdoors – Backroadz SUV Tent

★ 7.1 SUV
Sleeps 2 Seasons 3-season Weight 28 lbs Est. Price $280

Best for: Best for large group SUV car camping.

Our Take

Both are suv tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.

The Napier Outdoors – Backroadz SUV Tent is noticeably taller inside (7'5" peak height versus 6'6"), giving you more headroom to move around.

Floor space is also wider — 100 sq ft versus 62 sq ft for the Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent.

It also has vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.

On scores, the Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent edges ahead — 7.8 overall versus 7.1.

The biggest gap is intangibles, where the Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent holds a clear advantage.

The Napier Outdoors – Backroadz SUV Tent also has a price edge — $69 less at $279 versus $349.

For most buyers, the Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.

🏆 Our pick: The Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent scores higher overall.

Score Comparison

Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent
Napier Outdoors – Backroadz SUV Tent
Overall Score
7.8
7.1
Space & Comfort
8.0
8.5
Quality & Durability
7.0
6.0
Weather Resistance
7.0
6.0
Value for Money
9.0
7.0
Ease of Use
8.0
8.0
Intangibles
8.0
5.0

Pros & Cons

Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent

  • Versatile vehicle hatch attachment
  • Massive 52-square-foot vestibule
  • Standing-height 78-inch interior
  • Wrestling monster rainfly
  • Requires two people

Napier Outdoors – Backroadz SUV Tent

  • Universal vehicle sleeve
  • High 7-foot ceiling
  • One tree planted purchase
  • Fragile fiberglass poles
  • Leaky door seams

Full Specs

SpecKelty Caboose 4 Person TentNapier Outdoors – Backroadz SUV Tent
Tent Type SUV, Dome SUV, Dome
Capacity 2 people 2 people
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $350 $280
Weight 21 Lbs 28 Lbs
Floor Area 62.1 ft² 100.0 ft²
Vestibule Area 52.6 Ft^3
Peak Height 78 89
Doors 1 1
Floor Dimensions 10 X 10 Ft
Pole Material Fiberglass Fiberglass Poles
Floor Fabric 68D Polyester Taffeta / 1500mm / C0 Polyethylene Floor
Rainfly Fabric 68D 158T Polyester Taffeta Fabric, 800mm Polyurethane Waterproof Coatings
Setup Time 10 Mins 10 Mins
Warranty Limited Lifetime 1 Year
Made In Imported Imported

Ready to Buy?

Kelty

Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent

Napier

Napier Outdoors – Backroadz SUV Tent

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