REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent
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.
NEMO
NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent
Best for: Spacious family car camping trips.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent is noticeably taller inside (6'3" peak height versus 5'0"), giving you more headroom to move around.
The REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent and the NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 8.0 overall.
The biggest gap is space and comfort, where the NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent holds a clear advantage.
The NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent also has a price edge — $89 less at $399 versus $489.
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
NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent
- Vertical walls create massive volume
- Huge mesh windows maximize airflow
- Intuitive color-coding simplifies the setup
- Rainfly lacks full side coverage
- Weak stakes need immediate replacement
Full Specs
| Spec | REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent | NEMO Aurora Highrise 4P Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $489 | $400 |
| Weight | 16 Lbs 14 Oz | 15 Lbs 14 Oz |
| Floor Area | 60.0 ft² | 62.5 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 27 + 17 Sq Ft | 19.5 + 19.5 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 60 | 75 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 100 In X 86 In | 90 X 100 In |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Floor Fabric | Polyester | 150D PU Polyester (1500 Mm) |
| Rainfly Fabric | Polyester | 68D PU Polyester (1200 Mm) |
| Setup Time | 10 Mins | 15 Mins |
| Warranty | None | Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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