Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint TETON Sports Vista 2 Quick Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Marmot
Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint
Best for: Great budget tent for camping.
TETON Sports
TETON Sports Vista 2 Quick Tent
Best for: Perfect for fast-setup car camping.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
It also adds a included footprint — a meaningful structural difference.
The Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint is noticeably taller inside (35'1" peak height versus 3'5"), giving you more headroom to move around.
On scores, the Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint edges ahead — 8.5 overall versus 8.3.
The biggest gap is intangibles, where the Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint holds a clear advantage.
The TETON Sports Vista 2 Quick Tent also has a price edge — $149 less at $129 versus $279.
For most buyers, the Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.
🏆 Our pick: The Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint
- Spacious 30.1 square foot interior
- Simple under 5 minute setup
- Reliable weather protection in storms
- Too heavy for serious backpacking
- Tapered floor limits interior space
TETON Sports Vista 2 Quick Tent
- Fast setup in 2 minutes
- Spacious 44.3 sq ft area
- Two doors for great ventilation
- Needs seam sealing for rain
- Carry bag is tight fit
Full Specs
| Spec | Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint | TETON Sports Vista 2 Quick Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome, Backpacking | Dome, Instant, Backpacking |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 2 Season |
| Est. Price | $279 | $130 |
| Weight | 5.9 Lbs | 6.3 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 30.1 ft² | 35.7 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 16.15 Sq Ft | 8.6 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 421 | 41 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 88.2 X 53.9/46.1 In | 82 X 60 In |
| Pole Material | Velocity HD Aluminum | Fiberglass |
| Floor Fabric | 70D Polyester Taffeta With A 2000mm PU Coating | 75D 190T Taffeta |
| Rainfly Fabric | 100% Polyester Ripstop | 75D 190T Taffeta |
| Setup Time | 5 Mins | 3.5 Mins |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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