REI Co-op Westward 6 Tent SpringBar Highline 6 Canvas Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
REI Co-op
REI Co-op Westward 6 Tent
Best for: Spacious home for developed campgrounds.
SpringBar
SpringBar Highline 6 Canvas Tent
Best for: Ideal for car and family camping.
Our Take
Worth flagging before you compare: the REI Co-op Westward 6 Tent is a cabin and the SpringBar Highline 6 Canvas Tent is a canvas, so these two sit in different shelter categories.
Floor space is also wider — 100 sq ft versus 81 sq ft for the REI Co-op Westward 6 Tent.
It also has vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.
On scores, the REI Co-op Westward 6 Tent edges ahead — 8.4 overall versus 8.1.
The main tradeoff: the SpringBar Highline 6 Canvas Tent leads on intangibles despite trailing overall.
The REI Co-op Westward 6 Tent also has a price edge — $50 less at $549 versus $599.
For most buyers, the REI Co-op Westward 6 Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.
🏆 Our pick: The REI Co-op Westward 6 Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
REI Co-op Westward 6 Tent
- Standing 77-inch height for walking
- Spacious 35-square-foot front porch
- Simple color-coded freestanding architecture
- Insufficient stakes for full setup
- Pole sleeves can be snaggy
SpringBar Highline 6 Canvas Tent
- One-person easy setup
- 6.5-foot standing height
- Breathable Hardyduck canvas
- Heavy steel poles.
- Strict staking requirement.
Full Specs
| Spec | REI Co-op Westward 6 Tent | SpringBar Highline 6 Canvas Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Cabin | Canvas, Cabin, Porch, Glamping |
| Capacity | 3 people | 3 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 4 Season |
| Est. Price | $549 | $599 |
| Weight | 19.63 Lbs | 76 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 80.8 ft² | 100.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 35.08 Sq Ft | — |
| Peak Height | 77 | 78 |
| Doors | 2 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 120 X 97 Inches | 10 X 10 Ft |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | Galvanized Steel Pole Set |
| Floor Fabric | 150 Denier Polyester With PU Coating And DWR Made Without PFAS | Vinyl |
| Rainfly Fabric | 75 Denier Polyester With PU Coating And DWR Made Without PFAS | 100% Cotton Duck Canvas |
| Setup Time | 20 Mins | 15 Mins |
| Warranty | None | Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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