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Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent

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

Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent

Marmot

Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent

★ 8.5 Dome
Sleeps 1 Seasons 3-season Weight 3.8 lbs Est. Price $249

Best for: Spacious solo backpacking and bikepacking.

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent

Big Agnes

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent

★ 8.4 Dome
Sleeps 1 Seasons 3-season Weight 2 lbs 6 oz Est. Price $500

Best for: Ultralight backpacking and high-volume interior comfort.

Our Take

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

The Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent is noticeably taller inside (31'10" peak height versus 3'2"), giving you more headroom to move around.

Both score 8.5 overall, though the Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent wins more individual scoring categories.

The biggest gap is value for money, where the Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent holds a clear advantage.

The Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent also has a price edge — $250 less at $249 versus $499.

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

🏆 Our pick: The Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent scores higher overall.

Score Comparison

Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent
Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent
Overall Score
8.5
8.4
Space & Comfort
8.0
7.5
Quality & Durability
8.0
9.0
Weather Resistance
8.5
9.0
Value for Money
8.5
6.0
Ease of Use
9.0
8.0
Intangibles
8.0
10.0

Pros & Cons

Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent

  • Spacious 19.4 square foot floor
  • Quick color-coded two-pole setup
  • Stable in 30 knot winds
  • Reliable full-coverage polyester rain fly
  • Included footprint adds extra value
  • Lacks included gear loft storage
  • Heavy at nearly four pounds

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent

  • Near-vertical interior walls
  • Massive 3D bin pocket
  • High-volume freestanding structure
  • Fragile rainfly zippers
  • Inner-pitch-first rain setup

Full Specs

SpecMarmot Tungsten 1 Person TentBig Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent
Tent Type Dome, Backpacking Dome, Backpacking, Ultralight
Capacity 1 person 1 person
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $249 $500
Weight 3.8 Lbs 2 Lbs 6 Oz
Min Trail Weight 2 Lbs 2 Oz
Floor Area 19.4 ft² 20.0 ft²
Vestibule Area 8.72 Sq Ft 9 + 9 Sq Ft
Peak Height 382 38
Doors 1 2
Floor Dimensions 84.3 X 37.8 / 29.1 In 88 X 28 In
Pole Material Aluminum DAC NFL Aluminum
Floor Fabric 68D Polyester Taffeta (1,200mm) Ripstop Nylon/polyurethane Coating
Rainfly Fabric 68D Polyester Taffeta Ripstop Nylon/polyurethane Coating
Packed Size 5.5 X 17.5 In
Setup Time 5 Mins 5 Mins
Warranty Lifetime Limited
Made In Imported Imported

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Marmot Tungsten 1 Person Tent

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Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent

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