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Ozark Trail 2-Person Dome Tent REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint

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 .

REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint

REI Co-op

REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint

★ 7.8 Backpacking
Sleeps 1 Seasons 3-season Weight 5.25 lbs Est. Price $179

Best for: Perfect for beginner solo backpackers.

Our Take

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

The REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint adds a included footprint — a meaningful structural difference.

Floor space is also wider — 35 sq ft versus 22 sq ft for the REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint.

The Ozark Trail 2-Person Dome Tent also offers significantly more vestibule space — 48 sq ft versus 10 sq ft.

On scores, the REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint edges ahead — 7.8 overall versus 6.9.

The biggest gap is ease of setup, where the REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint holds a clear advantage.

The Ozark Trail 2-Person Dome Tent also has a price edge — $154 less at $24 versus $179.

For most buyers, the REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.

🏆 Our pick: The REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint scores higher overall.

Score Comparison

Ozark Trail 2-Person Dome Tent
REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint
Overall Score
6.9
7.8
Space & Comfort
9.0
8.5
Quality & Durability
6.0
7.5
Weather Resistance
6.0
7.0
Value for Money
7.0
8.0
Ease of Use
7.0
9.0
Intangibles
5.0
5.0

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

REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint

  • Simple X-pole setup is easy
  • Included footprint extends tent life
  • Large vestibule stores gear well
  • Heavy five-pound trail weight
  • Impossible to achieve taut pitch

Full Specs

SpecOzark Trail 2-Person Dome TentREI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint
Tent Type Backpacking, Dome Backpacking, Dome
Capacity 1 person 1 person
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $25 $179
Weight 4.95 Lbs 5.25 Lbs
Min Trail Weight 4 Lb 15 Oz —
Floor Area 35.0 ft² 22.0 ft²
Vestibule Area 47.6 Sq Ft 9.5 Sq Ft
Peak Height 42 40
Doors 1 1
Floor Dimensions 84 X 84 In 88 X 36 In
Pole Material Fiberglass Aluminum
Floor Fabric Polyethylene 75 Denier Polyester Ripstop
Rainfly Fabric Polyester 75 Denier Polyester With Polyurethane Coating
Packed Size 21.5x7x7 In —
Setup Time 10 Mins 10 Mins
Warranty 6 Month Limited Warranty Limited
Made In Imported Imported

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Ozark Trail

Ozark Trail 2-Person Dome Tent

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REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint

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