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NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent CORE 6 Person Dome Tent

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

NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent

Nemo

NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent

★ 8.0 Dome
Sleeps 3 Seasons 3-season Weight 18.6 lbs Est. Price $500

Best for: Spacious, easy-setup family car camping.

CORE 6 Person Dome Tent

CORE

CORE 6 Person Dome Tent

★ 7.9 Dome
Sleeps 3 Seasons 3-season Weight 12.72 lbs Est. Price $140

Best for: Affordable family camping in mild weather.

Our Take

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

Floor space is also wider — 99 sq ft versus 83 sq ft for the NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent.

It also has vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.

Both score 8.0 overall, though the NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent wins more individual scoring categories.

The main tradeoff: the CORE 6 Person Dome Tent leads on value for money despite trailing overall.

The CORE 6 Person Dome Tent also has a price edge — $359 less at $139 versus $499.

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

🏆 Our pick: The NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent scores higher overall.

Score Comparison

NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent
CORE 6 Person Dome Tent
Overall Score
8.0
7.9
Space & Comfort
9.0
8.0
Quality & Durability
8.0
7.0
Weather Resistance
8.0
7.0
Value for Money
7.0
10.0
Ease of Use
7.0
8.0
Intangibles
8.0
5.0

Pros & Cons

NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent

  • Spacious 83.3 square foot floor
  • High 77 inch peak height
  • Two massive 23.6sqft gear vestibules
  • Window flaps lack secure zippers
  • Rainfly flaps in heavy winds

CORE 6 Person Dome Tent

  • 60-second instant setup
  • Blocks 90% sunlight
  • H2O Block waterproof tech
  • Tight storage bag
  • Low center height

Full Specs

SpecNEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person TentCORE 6 Person Dome Tent
Tent Type Dome Dome
Capacity 3 people 3 people
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $500 $140
Weight 18.6 Lbs 12.72 Lbs
Min Trail Weight 12.72
Floor Area 83.3 ft² 99.0 ft²
Vestibule Area 23.6 + 23.6 Sq Ft 0
Peak Height 77 72
Doors 2 1
Floor Dimensions 100 X 120 In 11 X 9 Ft
Pole Material Aluminum Fiberglass
Floor Fabric 150D PU Polyester (1,500 Mm) Polyester
Rainfly Fabric 68D PU Polyester Polyester
Setup Time 20 Mins 2 Mins
Warranty Lifetime 1 Year Limited
Made In Imported Imported

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NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent

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CORE 6 Person Dome Tent

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