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Kelty Daydreamer 4 Person Tent Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent

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

Kelty Daydreamer 4 Person Tent

Kelty

Kelty Daydreamer 4 Person Tent

★ 8.3 Blackout
Sleeps 2 Seasons 3-season Weight 13.4 lbs Est. Price $190

Best for: Ideal for dark-room car camping.

Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent

Coleman

Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent

★ 7.7 Blackout
Sleeps 4 Seasons 3-season Weight 16.4 lbs Est. Price $212

Best for: Budget-friendly car camping for beginners.

Our Take

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

The Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent sleeps 4 versus 2 for the Kelty Daydreamer 4 Person Tent — if headcount matters, that's the deciding factor before you even look at scores.

The Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent is noticeably taller inside (6'0" peak height versus 5'1"), giving you more headroom to move around.

Floor space is also wider — 100 sq ft versus 57 sq ft for the Kelty Daydreamer 4 Person Tent.

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

On scores, the Kelty Daydreamer 4 Person Tent edges ahead — 8.3 overall versus 7.7.

The biggest gap is weather resistance, where the Kelty Daydreamer 4 Person Tent holds a clear advantage.

The Kelty Daydreamer 4 Person Tent also has a price edge — $22 less at $189 versus $212.

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

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

Score Comparison

Kelty Daydreamer 4 Person Tent
Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent
Overall Score
8.3
7.7
Space & Comfort
8.5
8.0
Quality & Durability
7.5
6.5
Weather Resistance
8.5
7.0
Value for Money
8.0
9.0
Ease of Use
9.0
8.0
Intangibles
8.0
6.5

Pros & Cons

Kelty Daydreamer 4 Person Tent

  • Twilight Tech fabric blocks sunlight
  • Quick Corners allow easy setup
  • Spacious vestibule keeps gear dry
  • Thin floor requires a footprint
  • Poor ventilation with rainfly on

Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent

  • Blocks 90% sunlight for sleep
  • Withstands 35 mph wind gusts
  • Quick 5-10 minute easy setup
  • Thin fiberglass poles creak easily
  • Missing standard Sundome ground vent

Full Specs

SpecKelty Daydreamer 4 Person TentColeman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent
Tent Type Blackout, Dome Blackout, Dome
Capacity 2 people 4 people
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $190 $212
Weight 13.4 Lbs 16.4 Lbs
Floor Area 56.7 ft² 100.0 ft²
Vestibule Area 17.9 Sq Ft None
Peak Height 61 72
Doors 1 1
Floor Dimensions 96 X 85 In 120 X 120 In
Pole Material Fiberglass Fiberglass
Floor Fabric 75D Polyester / 3000 Mm Polyethylene
Rainfly Fabric 75 Denier Polyester With 5,000 Mm Twilight Tech Coating Polyester
Setup Time 5 Mins 10 Mins
Warranty Limited Lifetime 1 Year Limited
Made In Imported Imported

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Kelty Daydreamer 4 Person Tent

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Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent

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