NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
NEMO
NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent
Best for: Spacious family car camping trips.
REI Co-op
REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent
Best for: Best for car camping and weather protection.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent is noticeably taller inside (6'3" peak height versus 5'0"), giving you more headroom to move around.
The NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent and the REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 8.0 overall.
The biggest gap is space and comfort, where the NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent holds a clear advantage.
The NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent also has a price edge — $89 less at $399 versus $489.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent
- Vertical walls create massive volume
- Huge mesh windows maximize airflow
- Intuitive color-coding simplifies the setup
- Rainfly lacks full side coverage
- Weak stakes need immediate replacement
REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent
- Eighteen interior storage pockets
- Full-coverage 360-degree rainfly
- Versatile chimney-style ventilation
- Cumbersome pole sleeves
- Low 60-inch ceiling
Full Specs
| Spec | NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent | REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $400 | $489 |
| Weight | 15 Lbs 14 Oz | 16 Lbs 14 Oz |
| Floor Area | 62.5 ft² | 60.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 19.5 + 19.5 Sq Ft | 27 + 17 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 75 | 60 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 90 X 100 In | 100 In X 86 In |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Floor Fabric | 150D PU Polyester (1500 Mm) | Polyester |
| Rainfly Fabric | 68D PU Polyester (1200 Mm) | Polyester |
| Setup Time | 15 Mins | 10 Mins |
| Warranty | Lifetime | None |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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