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MSR Hubba Hubba HD 3 Tent Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint

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

MSR Hubba Hubba HD 3 Tent

MSR

MSR Hubba Hubba HD 3 Tent

★ 8.5 Backpacking
Sleeps 3 Seasons 3-season Weight 5 lbs. 3 oz. Est. Price $700

Best for: Robust, three-season backpacking for 3 people

Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint

Marmot

Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint

★ 8.3 Backpacking
Sleeps 3 Seasons 3-season Weight 9.2 lbs Est. Price $449

Best for: Versatile crossover for camping and backpacking.

Our Take

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

The Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint adds a included footprint — a meaningful structural difference.

The Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint is noticeably taller inside (4'5" peak height versus 3'6"), giving you more headroom to move around.

The Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint also offers significantly more vestibule space — 37 sq ft versus 17 sq ft.

On scores, the MSR Hubba Hubba HD 3 Tent edges ahead — 8.5 overall versus 8.3.

The biggest gap is space and comfort, where the MSR Hubba Hubba HD 3 Tent holds a clear advantage.

The Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint also has a price edge — $250 less at $449 versus $699.

For most buyers, the MSR Hubba Hubba HD 3 Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.

🏆 Our pick: The MSR Hubba Hubba HD 3 Tent scores higher overall.

Score Comparison

MSR Hubba Hubba HD 3 Tent
Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint
Overall Score
8.5
8.3
Space & Comfort
9.0
7.0
Quality & Durability
8.5
8.0
Weather Resistance
8.5
8.5
Value for Money
7.0
8.0
Ease of Use
9.0
9.0
Intangibles
8.0
8.0

Pros & Cons

MSR Hubba Hubba HD 3 Tent

  • Roomy 47 sq ft floorplan
  • Strong lightweight DAC NFL poles
  • Two large 8.5 sq ft vestibules
  • Thin 20D fabrics require care
  • Hefty price tag hits value

Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint

  • Huge vestibules offer ample storage
  • Quick setup with color-coded poles
  • Included footprint adds great value
  • Internal storage is quite limited
  • Low height makes changing difficult

Full Specs

SpecMSR Hubba Hubba HD 3 TentMarmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint
Tent Type Backpacking, Dome Backpacking, Dome
Capacity 3 people 3 people
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $700 $449
Weight 5 Lbs. 3 Oz. 9.2 Lbs
Min Trail Weight 4 Lb 14 Oz —
Floor Area 47.0 ft² 52.7 ft²
Vestibule Area 17 Sq Ft 36.6 Sq Ft
Peak Height 42 53
Doors 2 2
Floor Dimensions 90 X 75 In 92.9 X 81.9 Inches
Pole Material Aluminum Aluminum
Floor Fabric Solution Dyed 30D Ripstop Nylon (6,000 Mm Polyether Urethane And PFAS Free DWR) 68d 100% Polyester Taffeta
Rainfly Fabric Solution Dyed 20D Ripstop Nylon, 3000 Mm Polyether Urethane & PFAS Free Silicone 100% Polyester, Ripstop
Setup Time 8 Mins 7 Mins
Warranty 3 Year Limited Lifetime
Made In Imported Imported

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MSR Hubba Hubba HD 3 Tent

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Marmot Tungsten 4 Person Tent with Footprint

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