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Ozark Trail 2-Person Dome Tent Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent

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

Ozark Trail 2-Person Dome Tent

Ozark Trail

Ozark Trail 2-Person Dome Tent

★ 6.9 Backpacking
Sleeps 1 Seasons 3-season Weight 4.95 lbs Est. Price $25

Best for: Casual fair-weather .

Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent

Big Agnes

Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent

★ 7.9 Backpacking
Sleeps 1 Seasons 3-season Weight 2.12 lbs Est. Price $1,039

Best for: Expert ultralight three-season solo backpacking.

Our Take

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

The Ozark Trail 2-Person Dome Tent also offers significantly more vestibule space — 48 sq ft versus 8 sq ft.

On scores, the Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent edges ahead — 7.9 overall versus 6.9.

The biggest gap is intangibles, where the Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent holds a clear advantage.

The Ozark Trail 2-Person Dome Tent also has a price edge — $1013 less at $24 versus $1038.

For most buyers, the Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.

🏆 Our pick: The Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent scores higher overall.

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Score Comparison

Ozark Trail 2-Person Dome Tent
Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent
Overall Score
6.9
7.9
Space & Comfort
9.0
7.5
Quality & Durability
6.0
8.0
Weather Resistance
6.0
7.0
Value for Money
7.0
7.0
Ease of Use
7.0
8.0
Intangibles
5.0
8.5

Pros & Cons

Ozark Trail 2-Person Dome Tent

  • Incredibly budget friendly under thirty dollars
  • Super fast two pole setup process
  • Lightweight pack weight under five pounds
  • Flimsy fiberglass poles break easily
  • Poor waterproofing allows rain leaks

Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent

  • Incredible 18 ounce trail weight
  • Simple single pole carbon architecture
  • High volume waterproof Dyneema fabric
  • Limited headroom for taller hikers
  • Single door makes entry awkward

Full Specs

SpecOzark Trail 2-Person Dome TentBig Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent
Tent Type Backpacking, Dome Backpacking, Dome, Ultralight
Capacity 1 person 1 person
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $25 $1,039
Weight 4.95 Lbs 2.12 Lbs
Min Trail Weight 4 Lb 15 Oz 1 Lb 2 Oz
Floor Area 35.0 ft² 28.0 ft²
Vestibule Area 47.6 Sq Ft 8 Sq Ft
Peak Height 42 40
Doors 1 1
Floor Dimensions 84 X 84 In 86 X 52/42 In
Pole Material Fiberglass Carbon Fiber
Floor Fabric Polyethylene Dyneema Composite Fabric
Rainfly Fabric Polyester Proprietary HyperBead Fabric Technology; Recycled 15 Denier Ripstop Nylon With 1,500 Mm Waterproof Coating Without Intentionally Added PFAS
Packed Size 21.5x7x7 In 5 X 18.5 In
Setup Time 10 Mins 5 10 Min
Warranty 6 Month Limited Warranty Lifetime
Made In Imported Imported

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Ozark Trail 2-Person Dome Tent

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Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent

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