Kelty Tallboy Tent 4 Person Tent Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Carbon
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Kelty
Kelty Tallboy Tent 4 Person Tent
Best for: Casual car camping with high head room.
Big Agnes
Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Carbon
Best for: Ultralight backpacking for advanced, gear-conscious users.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Kelty Tallboy Tent 4 Person Tent is noticeably taller inside (5'10" peak height versus 3'6"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 57 sq ft versus 38 sq ft for the Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Carbon.
The Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Carbon adds vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.
Both score 7.6 overall, though the Kelty Tallboy Tent 4 Person Tent wins more individual scoring categories.
The main tradeoff: the Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Carbon leads on intangibles despite trailing overall.
The Kelty Tallboy Tent 4 Person Tent also has a price edge — $1030 less at $169 versus $1199.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
🏆 Our pick: The Kelty Tallboy Tent 4 Person Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Kelty Tallboy Tent 4 Person Tent
- Six-foot standing headroom
- Fast X-pole setup
- Easy-pack shark-mouth bag
- No vestibule space
- Sticky, cheap zippers
Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Carbon
- Ultralight carbon fiber poles
- Sag-resistant DCF fabric
- Two side-entry doors
- Fragile DCF fabric
- Tight ceiling pole
Full Specs
| Spec | Kelty Tallboy Tent 4 Person Tent | Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Carbon |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome, Backpacking, Ultralight |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $170 | $1,200 |
| Weight | 11 Lbs | 2.1 Lbs |
| Min Trail Weight | — | 1lb 13oz |
| Floor Area | 57.0 ft² | 38.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | None | 8 + 8 |
| Peak Height | 70 | 42 |
| Doors | 1 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 85 X 96 In | 88 X 66 Inches |
| Pole Material | Fiberglass | Easton Carbon |
| Floor Fabric | 68D Polyester (1,200mm) | Ultra Lightweight Dyneema |
| Rainfly Fabric | 68D Polyester | Ultra Lightweight Dyneema |
| Setup Time | 7 Mins | 10 Mins |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
Ready to Buy?
Still not sure? Let us recommend the perfect tent for your adventures.
Find Your Perfect Tent →