Marmot Limelight 2 Person Tent Coleman Skydome 4-person Tent with Full-Fly Vestibule
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Marmot
Marmot Limelight 2 Person Tent
Best for: Spacious car camping or weekend backpacking.
Coleman
Coleman Skydome 4-person Tent with Full-Fly Vestibule
Best for: Quick, casual car camping trips.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Coleman Skydome 4-person Tent with Full-Fly Vestibule is noticeably taller inside (4'8" peak height versus 3'7"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 56 sq ft versus 33 sq ft for the Marmot Limelight 2 Person Tent.
The Coleman Skydome 4-person Tent with Full-Fly Vestibule also offers significantly more vestibule space — 28 sq ft versus 10 sq ft.
Both score 7.8 overall, though the Marmot Limelight 2 Person Tent wins more individual scoring categories.
The biggest gap is build quality, where the Marmot Limelight 2 Person Tent holds a clear advantage.
The Coleman Skydome 4-person Tent with Full-Fly Vestibule also has a price edge — $109 less at $190 versus $299.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
🏆 Our pick: The Marmot Limelight 2 Person Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Marmot Limelight 2 Person Tent
- Vertical walls maximize headspace
- Color-coded quick pitch system
- Included custom-fit footprint
- Heavy five-pound weight
- Bulky packed size
Coleman Skydome 4-person Tent with Full-Fly Vestibule
- Full-fly vestibule adds storage space
- Vertical walls provide 20% headroom
- Preattached poles enable quick setup
- Fiberglass poles lack long-term durability
- Marketed setup time is unrealistic
Full Specs
| Spec | Marmot Limelight 2 Person Tent | Coleman Skydome 4-person Tent with Full-Fly Vestibule |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome, Backpacking | Dome, Backpacking |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $299 | $190 |
| Weight | 5 Lbs. 10 Oz. | 13.7 Lbs |
| Min Trail Weight | 5 Lbs. 2 Oz. | — |
| Floor Area | 33.0 ft² | 56.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 9.5/6.7 Sq Ft | 28 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 43 | 56 |
| Doors | 2 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 88 X 54 Inches | 96 X 84 In |
| Pole Material | DAC Aluminum | Fiberglass |
| Floor Fabric | 68 Denier Polyester Taffeta | PE Sheet, 130 G/m2 |
| Rainfly Fabric | 68 Denier Polyester Taffeta | Polyester Taffeta 68 Denier 190T; PU/flame Retardant/C0 Water Repellent PFAS Free/600 Mm |
| Setup Time | 10 Mins | 5 Mins |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | 1 Year |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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