Marmot Midpines 4 Person Tent VS MSR Elixir 3 Tent with Footprint

Worth flagging before you compare: the Marmot Midpines 4 Person Tent is a dome and the MSR Elixir 3 Tent with Footprint is a backpacking, so these two sit in different shelter categories.

The MSR Elixir 3 Tent with Footprint adds a included footprint — a meaningful structural difference.

The Marmot Midpines 4 Person Tent is noticeably taller inside (5'3" peak height versus 3'7"), giving you more headroom to move around.

Floor space is also wider — 58 sq ft versus 41 sq ft for the MSR Elixir 3 Tent with Footprint.

The MSR Elixir 3 Tent with Footprint adds vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.

Both score 8.2 overall, though the Marmot Midpines 4 Person Tent wins more individual scoring categories.

The main tradeoff: the MSR Elixir 3 Tent with Footprint leads on intangibles despite trailing overall.

The MSR Elixir 3 Tent with Footprint also has a price edge — $149 less at $199 versus $349.

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