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Kelty Wireless 8 Person Tent Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent

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

Kelty Wireless 8 Person Tent

Kelty

Kelty Wireless 8 Person Tent

★ 7.9 Dome
Sleeps 4 Seasons 3-season Weight 28 lbs 11 oz Est. Price $390

Best for: Easy, spacious group .

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

Worth flagging before you compare: the Kelty Wireless 8 Person Tent is a dome and the Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent is a blackout, so these two sit in different shelter categories.

The Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent adds a blackout coating — a meaningful structural difference.

The Kelty Wireless 8 Person Tent is noticeably taller inside (69'7" peak height versus 6'0"), giving you more headroom to move around.

Floor space is also wider — 112 sq ft versus 100 sq ft for the Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent.

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

On scores, the Kelty Wireless 8 Person Tent edges ahead — 7.9 overall versus 7.7.

The biggest gap is build quality, where the Kelty Wireless 8 Person Tent holds a clear advantage.

The Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent also has a price edge — $177 less at $212 versus $389.

For most buyers, the Kelty Wireless 8 Person Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.

🏆 Our pick: The Kelty Wireless 8 Person Tent scores higher overall.

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Score Comparison

Kelty Wireless 8 Person Tent
Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent
Overall Score
7.9
7.7
Space & Comfort
8.0
8.0
Quality & Durability
8.0
6.5
Weather Resistance
8.0
7.0
Value for Money
8.0
9.0
Ease of Use
7.0
8.0
Intangibles
8.0
6.5

Pros & Cons

Kelty Wireless 8 Person Tent

  • Massive 117-square-foot interior floor area
  • Tall 83.5-inch peak standing height
  • Quick Corners make setup foolproof
  • Heavy fiberglass poles can break easily
  • Mesh body kills campsite privacy

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 Wireless 8 Person TentColeman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent
Tent Type Dome Blackout, Dome
Capacity 4 people 4 people
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $390 $212
Weight 28 Lbs 11 Oz 16.4 Lbs
Floor Area 112.0 ft² 100.0 ft²
Vestibule Area 26.2 Ft² And 26.6 Ft² None
Peak Height 835 72
Doors 2 1
Floor Dimensions 155 X 109 In 120 X 120 In
Pole Material Fiberglass Fiberglass
Floor Fabric 68D Polyester Floor Fabric Polyethylene
Rainfly Fabric 68 Denier Polyester With 1,200 Mm Water Column And C0 Durable Water Repellent (DWR) Finish Polyester
Packed Size 26x12x11 In
Setup Time 20 Mins 10 Mins
Warranty Limited Lifetime 1 Year Limited
Made In USA Imported

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Kelty Wireless 8 Person Tent

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Coleman Sundome Dark Room 6 Person Tent

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