Mountain Hardwear Mineral King 3 Tent with Footprint MSR Hubba Hubba HD 2 Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Mountain Hardwear
Mountain Hardwear Mineral King 3 Tent with Footprint
Best for: Versatile car camping and backpacking.
MSR
MSR Hubba Hubba HD 2 Tent
Best for: Rugged three-season backpacking and storms.
Our Take
Both are backpacking tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
It also adds a included footprint — a meaningful structural difference.
The Mountain Hardwear Mineral King 3 Tent with Footprint is noticeably taller inside (4'0" peak height versus 3'4"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 43 sq ft versus 32 sq ft for the MSR Hubba Hubba HD 2 Tent.
The Mountain Hardwear Mineral King 3 Tent with Footprint also offers significantly more vestibule space — 21 sq ft versus 9 sq ft.
Both score 8.3 overall, though the MSR Hubba Hubba HD 2 Tent wins more individual scoring categories.
The main tradeoff: the Mountain Hardwear Mineral King 3 Tent with Footprint leads on value for money despite trailing overall.
The Mountain Hardwear Mineral King 3 Tent with Footprint also has a price edge — $199 less at $400 versus $599.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
🏆 Our pick: The MSR Hubba Hubba HD 2 Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Mountain Hardwear Mineral King 3 Tent with Footprint
- Excellent value including the footprint
- Spacious layout with vertical walls
- Pre-bent poles for easy setup
- Low ceiling height limits headroom
- Stakes for guylines not included
MSR Hubba Hubba HD 2 Tent
- Generous 32 sq ft floor
- Impressive 6,000mm waterproof floor rating
- Durable DAC aluminum pole design
- Inner tent must pitch first
- Poles can cause painful splinters
Full Specs
| Spec | Mountain Hardwear Mineral King 3 Tent with Footprint | MSR Hubba Hubba HD 2 Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Backpacking, Dome | Backpacking, Dome |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $400 | $600 |
| Weight | 7.9 Lbs | 3 Lbs 15 Oz |
| Min Trail Weight | — | 3 Lbs. 9 Oz. |
| Floor Area | 42.5 ft² | 32.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 20.9 Sq Ft | 8.5 + 8.5 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 48 | 40 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 90 X 68 In | 88 X 52 In |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | DAC NFL Aluminum |
| Floor Fabric | 68D 210T Ripstop Polyester (1,500mm) | Solution Dyed 30D Ripstop Nylon 6000mm Polyether Urethane & PFAS Free DWR |
| Rainfly Fabric | 68D 210T Ripstop Polyester 1500mm PU 100% Polyester | Solution Dyed 20D Ripstop Nylon 3000mm Polyether Urethane & PFAS Free Silicone |
| Setup Time | 5 Mins | 5 Mins |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime | 3 Year Limited |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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