MSR Remote 3 Tent NEMO Wagontop 8 Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
MSR
MSR Remote 3 Tent
Best for: Extreme alpine conditions and mountaineering expeditions.
NEMO
NEMO Wagontop 8 Tent
Best for: Luxury car camping for families and groups.
Our Take
Both are tunnel tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The NEMO Wagontop 8 Tent sleeps 4 versus 2 for the MSR Remote 3 Tent — if headcount matters, that's the deciding factor before you even look at scores.
The NEMO Wagontop 8 Tent is noticeably taller inside (6'8" peak height versus 3'8"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 125 sq ft versus 46 sq ft for the MSR Remote 3 Tent .
On scores, the NEMO Wagontop 8 Tent edges ahead — 8.0 overall versus 7.6.
The biggest gap is build quality, where the NEMO Wagontop 8 Tent holds a clear advantage.
The NEMO Wagontop 8 Tent also has a price edge — $420 less at $539 versus $959.
For most buyers, the NEMO Wagontop 8 Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.
🏆 Our pick: The NEMO Wagontop 8 Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
MSR Remote 3 Tent
- Indestructible Easton Syclone poles
- Massive 41sq ft vestibule
- Snow-shedding central support frame
- Under-supplied tent stakes
- Confusing ventilation setup
NEMO Wagontop 8 Tent
- Massive 80-inch standing height
- Simple single-wall setup
- Durable 300D polyester floor
- Immense footprint size
- Single-wall condensation issues
Full Specs
| Spec | MSR Remote 3 Tent | NEMO Wagontop 8 Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Tunnel | Tunnel |
| Capacity | 2 people | 4 people |
| Seasons | 4 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $960 | $540 |
| Weight | 8 Lbs | 30 Lbs. 3 Oz. |
| Floor Area | 46.0 ft² | 124.9 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 22 Sq Ft | 26.9 |
| Peak Height | 44 | 80 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 88 X 75in | 180 X 100 Inches |
| Pole Material | Easton Syclone | Aluminum |
| Floor Fabric | 40D Ripstop Nylon | 300 Denier Polyether Urethane Coated Polyester |
| Rainfly Fabric | 68D Ripstop Polyester 1500mm Polyurethane & DWR | 300 Denier Polyether Urethane Coated Polyester |
| Setup Time | 20 Mins | 20 Mins |
| Warranty | 3 Year | Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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