REI Co-op Westward 4 Tent Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint
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.
Marmot
Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint
Best for: Great budget tent for camping.
Our Take
Both are dome tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint adds a included footprint — a meaningful structural difference.
The Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint is noticeably taller inside (35'1" peak height versus 5'9"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 68 sq ft versus 30 sq ft for the Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint.
Both score 8.5 overall, though the Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint wins more individual scoring categories.
The main tradeoff: the REI Co-op Westward 4 Tent leads on space and comfort despite trailing overall.
The Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint also has a price edge — $170 less at $279 versus $449.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
🏆 Our pick: The Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint scores higher overall.
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
Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint
- Spacious 30.1 square foot interior
- Simple under 5 minute setup
- Reliable weather protection in storms
- Too heavy for serious backpacking
- Tapered floor limits interior space
Full Specs
| Spec | REI Co-op Westward 4 Tent | Marmot Tungsten 2 Person Tent with Footprint |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Dome | Dome, Backpacking |
| Capacity | 2 people | 2 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $449 | $279 |
| Weight | 15 Lbs. 6.9 Oz. | 5.9 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 68.0 ft² | 30.1 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 20.27 Sq Ft | 16.15 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 69 | 421 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 100 X 97 In | 88.2 X 53.9/46.1 In |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | Velocity HD Aluminum |
| Floor Fabric | 150 Denier Polyester With PU Coating And DWR Made Without PFAS | 70D Polyester Taffeta With A 2000mm PU Coating |
| Rainfly Fabric | 75 Denier Polyester With PU Coating And DWR Made Without PFAS | 100% Polyester Ripstop |
| Setup Time | 10 Mins | 5 Mins |
| Warranty | None | Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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