NEMO Wagontop 4 Tent MSR Remote 3 Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
NEMO
NEMO Wagontop 4 Tent
Best for: Spacious four-person family car camping.
MSR
MSR Remote 3 Tent
Best for: Extreme alpine conditions and mountaineering expeditions.
Our Take
Both are tunnel tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The NEMO Wagontop 4 Tent is noticeably taller inside (6'8" peak height versus 3'8"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 69 sq ft versus 46 sq ft for the MSR Remote 3 Tent .
On scores, the NEMO Wagontop 4 Tent edges ahead — 8.3 overall versus 7.6.
The biggest gap is build quality, where the NEMO Wagontop 4 Tent holds a clear advantage.
The NEMO Wagontop 4 Tent also has a price edge — $560 less at $399 versus $959.
For most buyers, the NEMO Wagontop 4 Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.
🏆 Our pick: The NEMO Wagontop 4 Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
NEMO Wagontop 4 Tent
- 80-inch standing height
- Durable 300D floor
- Massive removable vestibule
- Catches heavy winds
- Single-wall condensation
MSR Remote 3 Tent
- Indestructible Easton Syclone poles
- Massive 41sq ft vestibule
- Snow-shedding central support frame
- Under-supplied tent stakes
- Confusing ventilation setup
Full Specs
| Spec | NEMO Wagontop 4 Tent | MSR Remote 3 Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Tunnel | Tunnel |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 4 Season |
| Est. Price | $400 | $960 |
| Weight | 20 Lbs 1 Oz | 8 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 69.4 ft² | 46.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 26.9 Sq Ft | 22 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 80 | 44 |
| Doors | 1 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 100 X 100 In | 88 X 75in |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | Easton Syclone |
| Floor Fabric | 300 Denier Polyether Urethane Coated Polyester | 40D Ripstop Nylon |
| Rainfly Fabric | 300 Denier Polyether Urethane Coated Polyester | 68D Ripstop Polyester 1500mm Polyurethane & DWR |
| Setup Time | 10 Mins | 20 Mins |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 3 Year |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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