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NEMO Hornet OSMO Ultralight 1P Tent Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent

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

NEMO Hornet OSMO Ultralight 1P Tent

NEMO

NEMO Hornet OSMO Ultralight 1P Tent

★ 8.5 Backpacking
Sleeps 1 Seasons 3-season Weight 2.25 lbs Est. Price $460

Best for: Ultralight solo three-season backpacking trips.

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent

Big Agnes

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent

★ 8.4 Dome
Sleeps 1 Seasons 3-season Weight 2 lbs 6 oz Est. Price $500

Best for: Ultralight backpacking and high-volume interior comfort.

Our Take

Worth flagging before you compare: the NEMO Hornet OSMO Ultralight 1P Tent is a backpacking and the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent is a dome, so these two sit in different shelter categories.

The NEMO Hornet OSMO Ultralight 1P Tent and the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 8.5 overall.

The biggest gap is value for money, where the NEMO Hornet OSMO Ultralight 1P Tent holds a clear advantage.

The NEMO Hornet OSMO Ultralight 1P Tent also has a price edge — $40 less at $459 versus $499.

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

Score Comparison

NEMO Hornet OSMO Ultralight 1P Tent
Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent
Overall Score
8.5
8.4
Space & Comfort
7.5
7.5
Quality & Durability
8.5
9.0
Weather Resistance
8.0
9.0
Value for Money
9.0
6.0
Ease of Use
9.0
8.0
Intangibles
8.0
10.0

Pros & Cons

NEMO Hornet OSMO Ultralight 1P Tent

  • Featherlight 26 ounce trail weight
  • Quick intuitive single pole setup
  • Proprietary OSMO high performance fabric
  • Tight interior for solo sleepers
  • Thin floor requires extra care

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent

  • Near-vertical interior walls
  • Massive 3D bin pocket
  • High-volume freestanding structure
  • Fragile rainfly zippers
  • Inner-pitch-first rain setup

Full Specs

SpecNEMO Hornet OSMO Ultralight 1P TentBig Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent
Tent Type Backpacking, Ultralight, Semi Freestanding Dome, Backpacking, Ultralight
Capacity 1 person 1 person
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $460 $500
Weight 2.25 Lbs 2 Lbs 6 Oz
Min Trail Weight 1 Lb. 13 Oz. 2 Lbs 2 Oz
Floor Area 21.5 ft² 20.0 ft²
Vestibule Area 7.3 Sq Ft 9 + 9 Sq Ft
Peak Height 39 38
Doors 1 2
Floor Dimensions 87 X 39/30 In 88 X 28 In
Pole Material Aluminum DAC NFL Aluminum
Floor Fabric OSMO Ripstop (1500 Mm) Ripstop Nylon/polyurethane Coating
Rainfly Fabric OSMO Ripstop (1200 Mm) Ripstop Nylon/polyurethane Coating
Packed Size 5.5 X 17.5 In
Setup Time 5 Mins 5 Mins
Warranty Lifetime Limited
Made In Imported Imported

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NEMO

NEMO Hornet OSMO Ultralight 1P Tent

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Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent

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