Marmot Halo 4 Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Marmot
Marmot Halo 4
Best for: Reliable 3-season car camping and basecamp.
Marmot
Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint
Best for: Versatile crossover for camping and backpacking.
Our Take
Worth flagging before you compare: the Marmot Halo 4 is a dome and the Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint is a backpacking, so these two sit in different shelter categories.
The Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint adds a included footprint — a meaningful structural difference.
The Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint is noticeably taller inside (44'0" peak height versus 4'11"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 64 sq ft versus 53 sq ft for the Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint.
The Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint also offers significantly more vestibule space — 37 sq ft versus 24 sq ft.
The Marmot Halo 4 and the Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 8.3 overall.
The biggest gap is space and comfort, where the Marmot Halo 4 holds a clear advantage.
The Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint also has a price edge — $99 less at $449 versus $548.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Marmot Halo 4
- Unique halo pole structure
- Spacious near-vertical walls
- Rugged DAC aluminum poles
- Flimsy aluminum stakes
- Severe fly condensation
Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint
- Huge vestibules offer ample storage
- Quick setup with color-coded poles
- Included footprint adds great value
- Internal storage is quite limited
- Low height makes changing difficult
Full Specs
| Spec | Marmot Halo 4 | Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Backpacking, Dome |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $549 | $449 |
| Weight | 13 Lbs 10 Oz | 9.2 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 64.0 ft² | 52.7 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 24 Sq Ft | 36.6 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 59 | 528 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 96 X 96 In | 92.9 X 81.9 Inches |
| Pole Material | DAC / DAC DA17 | Aluminum |
| Floor Fabric | 100% Polyester, Oxford, 105g/sqm | 68d 100% Polyester Taffeta |
| Rainfly Fabric | 100% Polyester, Ripstop, 63g/sqm | 100% Polyester, Ripstop |
| Setup Time | 10 Mins | 7 Mins |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Limited Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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