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Kelty Wireless 4 Person Tent REI Co-op Half Dome 3 Tent with Footprint

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

Kelty Wireless 4 Person Tent

Kelty

Kelty Wireless 4 Person Tent

★ 8.1 Dome
Sleeps 2 Seasons 3-season Weight 11.9 lbs Est. Price $190

Best for: Great budget tent for camping.

REI Co-op Half Dome 3 Tent with Footprint

REI Co-op

REI Co-op Half Dome 3 Tent with Footprint

★ 8.1 Backpacking
Sleeps 2 Seasons 3-season Weight 7.1 lbs Est. Price $399

Best for: Spacious, durable car or canoe camping.

Our Take

Worth flagging before you compare: the Kelty Wireless 4 Person Tent is a dome and the REI Co-op Half Dome 3 Tent with Footprint is a backpacking, so these two sit in different shelter categories.

The REI Co-op Half Dome 3 Tent with Footprint adds a included footprint — a meaningful structural difference.

The Kelty Wireless 4 Person Tent is noticeably taller inside (4'9" peak height versus 3'8"), giving you more headroom to move around.

Floor space is also wider — 59 sq ft versus 44 sq ft for the REI Co-op Half Dome 3 Tent with Footprint.

The Kelty Wireless 4 Person Tent and the REI Co-op Half Dome 3 Tent with Footprint are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 8.1 overall.

The biggest gap is space and comfort, where the REI Co-op Half Dome 3 Tent with Footprint holds a clear advantage.

The Kelty Wireless 4 Person Tent also has a price edge — $209 less at $189 versus $399.

Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.

Score Comparison

Kelty Wireless 4 Person Tent
REI Co-op Half Dome 3 Tent with Footprint
Overall Score
8.1
8.1
Space & Comfort
7.0
8.9
Quality & Durability
8.0
7.5
Weather Resistance
8.0
7.2
Value for Money
8.5
8.0
Ease of Use
8.0
8.1
Intangibles
8.0
8.1

Pros & Cons

Kelty Wireless 4 Person Tent

  • Excellent value under 200 dollars
  • Quick Corners make setup effortless
  • Dual vestibules provide great storage
  • Fiberglass poles are less durable
  • Too short to stand inside

REI Co-op Half Dome 3 Tent with Footprint

  • Spacious interior fits three comfortably
  • Included footprint adds great durability
  • Vertical walls maximize living space
  • Below average space weight ratio
  • Lacks packability for your backpack

Full Specs

SpecKelty Wireless 4 Person TentREI Co-op Half Dome 3 Tent with Footprint
Tent Type Dome Backpacking, Dome
Capacity 2 people 2 people
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $190 $399
Weight 11.9 Lbs 7.1 Lbs
Floor Area 59.0 ft² 43.7 ft²
Vestibule Area 12.9 + 12.9 Sq Ft 9.4 + 9.4 Sq Ft
Peak Height 57 44
Doors 2 2
Floor Dimensions 98 X 87 In 90 X 70 In
Pole Material Fiberglass Aluminum
Floor Fabric 68D Polyester (1,200mm) 2.5 Layer Ripstop Nylon
Rainfly Fabric 68D Polyester 40 Denier Ripstop Nylon With Polyethylene Coating
Setup Time 15 Mins 6 Mins
Warranty Limited Lifetime None
Made In Imported Imported

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Kelty

Kelty Wireless 4 Person Tent

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REI Co-op Half Dome 3 Tent with Footprint

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