REI Co-op Westward 4 Tent ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 4-Person Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
REI Co-op
REI Co-op Westward 4 Tent
Best for: Spacious campground home for families.
ALPS Mountaineering
ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 4-Person Tent
Best for: Best for three-season camping and ventilation.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The REI Co-op Westward 4 Tent is noticeably taller inside (5'9" peak height versus 4'4"), giving you more headroom to move around.
The REI Co-op Westward 4 Tent and the ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 4-Person Tent are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 8.5 overall.
The biggest gap is space and comfort, where the REI Co-op Westward 4 Tent holds a clear advantage.
The ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 4-Person Tent also has a price edge — $269 less at $179 versus $449.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
REI Co-op Westward 4 Tent
- Impressive 69-inch standing height room
- Setup takes only 10 minutes
- Color-coded poles make assembly easy
- Lacks vestibule for gear storage
- Rainfly doesn't provide full coverage
ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 4-Person Tent
- Fast pole clip setup
- Large dual vestibules
- Burly aluminum poles
- Heavy 8.5-pound weight
- Short 52-inch peak
Full Specs
| Spec | REI Co-op Westward 4 Tent | ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 4-Person Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $449 | $180 |
| Weight | 15 Lbs. 6.9 Oz. | 8 Lbs. 7 Oz |
| Floor Area | 68.0 ft² | 64.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 20.27 Sq Ft | 25 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 69 | 52 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 100 X 97 In | 102 X 90 In |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | 7000 Series Aluminum |
| Floor Fabric | 150 Denier Polyester With PU Coating And DWR Made Without PFAS | 75 Denier Polyester Taffeta Floor With 2,000mm Coating |
| Rainfly Fabric | 75 Denier Polyester With PU Coating And DWR Made Without PFAS | 75 Denier Polyester Rainfly With 1,500mm Coating |
| Setup Time | 10 Mins | 5 Mins |
| Warranty | None | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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