REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent Big Agnes Sheep Mountain 4
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
REI Co-op
REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent
Best for: Best for car camping and weather protection.
Big Agnes
Big Agnes Sheep Mountain 4
Best for: Versatile three-season family car camping.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent also offers significantly more vestibule space — 27 sq ft versus 12 sq ft.
The REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent and the Big Agnes Sheep Mountain 4 are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 8.0 overall.
The biggest gap is weather resistance, where the REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent holds a clear advantage.
The REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent also has a price edge — $60 less at $489 versus $549.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent
- Eighteen interior storage pockets
- Full-coverage 360-degree rainfly
- Versatile chimney-style ventilation
- Cumbersome pole sleeves
- Low 60-inch ceiling
Big Agnes Sheep Mountain 4
- No footprint needed
- Eight mesh pockets
- Durable Oxford polyester
- Hefty 12-pound weight
- Stuff fly doors
Full Specs
| Spec | REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent | Big Agnes Sheep Mountain 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome, Motorcycle, Backpacking |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $489 | $550 |
| Weight | 16 Lbs 14 Oz | 11lb 13oz |
| Min Trail Weight | — | 11lb 3oz |
| Floor Area | 60.0 ft² | 66.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 27 + 17 Sq Ft | 12ft² + 12ft² |
| Peak Height | 60 | 55 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 100 In X 86 In | — |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | Polyester Ripstop And Nylon Mesh |
| Floor Fabric | Polyester | Polyester Oxford With 1500mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating |
| Rainfly Fabric | Polyester | Polyester Ripstop With 1500mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating |
| Setup Time | 10 Mins | 10 Mins |
| Warranty | None | Limited Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | USA |
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