Marmot Thor 2 Person Tent Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Carbon
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Marmot
Marmot Thor 2 Person Tent
Best for: Extreme weather conditions and high-altitude mountaineering.
Big Agnes
Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Carbon
Best for: Ultralight backpacking for advanced, gear-conscious users.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
Both score 7.5 overall, though the Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Carbon wins more individual scoring categories.
The main tradeoff: the Marmot Thor 2 Person Tent leads on space and comfort despite trailing overall.
The Marmot Thor 2 Person Tent also has a price edge — $380 less at $819 versus $1199.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
🏆 Our pick: The Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Carbon scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Marmot Thor 2 Person Tent
- Sturdy six-pole design
- Two large vestibules
- Dual-diameter DAC poles
- Heavy 9-pound pack-weight
- Detaching vestibule windows
Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Carbon
- Ultralight carbon fiber poles
- Sag-resistant DCF fabric
- Two side-entry doors
- Fragile DCF fabric
- Tight ceiling pole
Full Specs
| Spec | Marmot Thor 2 Person Tent | Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Carbon |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome, Backpacking | Dome, Backpacking, Ultralight |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 4 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $819 | $1,200 |
| Weight | 10 Lbs. 7 Oz. | 2.1 Lbs |
| Min Trail Weight | 9 Lbs. 5 Oz. | 1lb 13oz |
| Floor Area | 38.0 ft² | 38.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 10 Sq Ft | 8 + 8 |
| Peak Height | 47 | 42 |
| Doors | 2 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 87 X 69 Inches | 88 X 66 Inches |
| Pole Material | DAC Featherlite NSL | Easton Carbon |
| Floor Fabric | 70 Denier Nylon | Ultra Lightweight Dyneema |
| Rainfly Fabric | 50 Denier Polyester Ripstop | Ultra Lightweight Dyneema |
| Setup Time | 10 Mins | 10 Mins |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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