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Marmot Limestone Lanai Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter

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

Marmot Limestone Lanai

Marmot

Marmot Limestone Lanai

★ 8.5 Screen House
Seasons 3-season Weight 12.3 lbs Est. Price $259

Best for: Sun and bug protection while camping.

Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter

Big Agnes

Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter

★ 8.7 Screen House
Seasons 3-season Weight 14.5 lbs Est. Price $453

Best for: Group camping protection from sun and bugs.

Our Take

Both are screen house tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.

On scores, the Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter edges ahead — 8.7 overall versus 8.5.

The main tradeoff: the Marmot Limestone Lanai leads on space and comfort despite trailing overall.

The Marmot Limestone Lanai also has a price edge — $193 less at $259 versus $452.

For most buyers, the Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.

🏆 Our pick: The Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter scores higher overall.

Score Comparison

Marmot Limestone Lanai
Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter
Overall Score
8.5
8.7
Space & Comfort
9.0
8.0
Quality & Durability
9.0
9.0
Weather Resistance
8.0
9.0
Value for Money
8.0
9.0
Ease of Use
7.0
8.0
Intangibles
9.0
9.0

Pros & Cons

Marmot Limestone Lanai

  • Fits standard picnic tables
  • Massive vertical headroom
  • Triple zippered entries
  • Fails in wind
  • Bent ridge poles

Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter

  • Fits over picnic tables
  • Massive seven-foot headspace
  • Versatile fast-fly setup
  • Sways in wind
  • Awkward solo setup

Full Specs

SpecMarmot Limestone LanaiBig Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter
Tent Type Screen House, Beach Screen House, Beach
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $259 $453
Weight 12.3 Lbs 14.5 Lbs
Floor Area 109.8 ft² 100.0 ft²
Vestibule Area None
Peak Height 85 84
Doors 3 2
Floor Dimensions 126 X 126/126 X 85 Inches 120 X 120 Inches
Pole Material Aluminum Aluminum
Floor Fabric Polyester Taffeta Floorless
Rainfly Fabric Nylon Mesh/polyester
Setup Time 5 Mins 5 Mins
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime
Made In USA Imported

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Marmot Limestone Lanai

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Big Agnes Sugarloaf Camp Screen House Shelter

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