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MSR Hubba Hubba 2-Person Backpacking Tent Big Agnes Sheep Mountain 4

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

MSR Hubba Hubba 2-Person Backpacking Tent

MSR

MSR Hubba Hubba 2-Person Backpacking Tent

★ 7.9 Dome
Sleeps 2 Seasons 3-season Weight 3 lb 14 oz Est. Price $550

Best for: Three-season backpacking and lightweight wilderness adventures.

Big Agnes Sheep Mountain 4

Big Agnes

Big Agnes Sheep Mountain 4

★ 8.1 Dome
Sleeps 2 Seasons 3-season Weight 11lb 13oz Est. Price $550

Best for: Versatile three-season family car camping.

Our Take

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

The Big Agnes Sheep Mountain 4 is noticeably taller inside (4'7" peak height versus 3'3"), giving you more headroom to move around.

Floor space is also wider — 66 sq ft versus 29 sq ft for the MSR Hubba Hubba 2-Person Backpacking Tent.

The MSR Hubba Hubba 2-Person Backpacking Tent and the Big Agnes Sheep Mountain 4 are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 7.9 overall.

The biggest gap is space and comfort, where the Big Agnes Sheep Mountain 4 holds a clear advantage.

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

Score Comparison

MSR Hubba Hubba 2-Person Backpacking Tent
Big Agnes Sheep Mountain 4
Overall Score
7.9
8.1
Space & Comfort
7.0
8.0
Quality & Durability
8.5
8.0
Weather Resistance
9.0
8.0
Value for Money
6.0
7.0
Ease of Use
8.0
8.0
Intangibles
8.0
7.0

Pros & Cons

MSR Hubba Hubba 2-Person Backpacking Tent

  • Non-tapered rectangular floor
  • Unbreakable Syclone poles
  • Built-in door rain-gutters
  • Tiny, glove-unfriendly zippers
  • Thin 20-denier floor

Big Agnes Sheep Mountain 4

  • No footprint needed
  • Eight mesh pockets
  • Durable Oxford polyester
  • Hefty 12-pound weight
  • Stuff fly doors

Full Specs

SpecMSR Hubba Hubba 2-Person Backpacking TentBig Agnes Sheep Mountain 4
Tent Type Dome, Motorcycle, Backpacking Dome, Motorcycle, Backpacking
Capacity 2 people 2 people
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $550 $550
Weight 3 Lb 14 Oz 11lb 13oz
Min Trail Weight 2 Lbs 14 Oz 11lb 3oz
Floor Area 29.0 ft² 66.0 ft²
Vestibule Area 17.5 Sq Ft 12ft² + 12ft²
Peak Height 39 55
Doors 2 2
Floor Dimensions 84 X 50
Pole Material Eason Syclone Polyester Ripstop And Nylon Mesh
Floor Fabric 30D Ripstop Nylon, Xtreme Shield (3000mm) Polyester Oxford With 1500mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating
Rainfly Fabric 20D Ripstop Nylon, Xtreme Shield (1200mm) Polyester Ripstop With 1500mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating
Setup Time 2 Mins 10 Mins
Warranty Limited 3 Years Limited Lifetime
Made In Imported USA

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MSR Hubba Hubba 2-Person Backpacking Tent

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Big Agnes Sheep Mountain 4

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