REI Co-op Base Camp 6 Tent NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
REI Co-op
REI Co-op Base Camp 6 Tent
Best for: Best for wind, rain, and shoulder seasons.
Nemo
NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent
Best for: Spacious, easy-setup family car camping.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
Both score 7.9 overall, though the NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent wins more individual scoring categories.
The main tradeoff: the REI Co-op Base Camp 6 Tent leads on intangibles despite trailing overall.
The NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent also has a price edge — $69 less at $499 versus $569.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
🏆 Our pick: The NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
REI Co-op Base Camp 6 Tent
- 14 interior storage pockets
- Full-coverage ground-length rainfly
- Color-coded poles and webbing
- Snagging pole sleeves
- Sticky door zippers
NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent
- Spacious 83.3 square foot floor
- High 77 inch peak height
- Two massive 23.6sqft gear vestibules
- Window flaps lack secure zippers
- Rainfly flaps in heavy winds
Full Specs
| Spec | REI Co-op Base Camp 6 Tent | NEMO Aurora Highrise 6 Person Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome |
| Capacity | 3 people | 3 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $569 | $500 |
| Weight | 20 Lbs 10 Oz | 18.6 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 84.0 ft² | 83.3 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 27 + 17 Sq Ft | 23.6 + 23.6 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 74 | 77 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 110 In X 110 In | 100 X 120 In |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Floor Fabric | Polyester | 150D PU Polyester (1,500 Mm) |
| Rainfly Fabric | Polyester | 68D PU Polyester |
| Setup Time | 20 Mins | 20 Mins |
| Warranty | None | Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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