REI Co-op Wonderland 6 Tent Coleman Octagon 98 8-Person Outdoor Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
REI Co-op
REI Co-op Wonderland 6 Tent
Best for: Spacious fair-weather family car camping.
Coleman
Coleman Octagon 98 8-Person Outdoor Tent
Best for: Stargazing and spacious family car camping.
Our Take
Worth flagging before you compare: the REI Co-op Wonderland 6 Tent is a tunnel and the Coleman Octagon 98 8-Person Outdoor Tent is a cabin, so these two sit in different shelter categories.
Floor space is also wider — 169 sq ft versus 83 sq ft for the REI Co-op Wonderland 6 Tent.
On scores, the REI Co-op Wonderland 6 Tent edges ahead — 8.1 overall versus 7.5.
The biggest gap is build quality, where the REI Co-op Wonderland 6 Tent holds a clear advantage.
The Coleman Octagon 98 8-Person Outdoor Tent also has a price edge — $286 less at $212 versus $499.
For most buyers, the REI Co-op Wonderland 6 Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.
🏆 Our pick: The REI Co-op Wonderland 6 Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
REI Co-op Wonderland 6 Tent
- Massive vertical-walled interior
- Color-coded intuitive setup
- Excellent 360-degree ventilation
- Inadequate rainfly coverage
- No included vestibule
Coleman Octagon 98 8-Person Outdoor Tent
- Quick color-coded setup
- Zipper-free hinged door
- Massive 6'10" head height
- Outside-only window flaps
- Small, fragile carry-case
Full Specs
| Spec | REI Co-op Wonderland 6 Tent | Coleman Octagon 98 8-Person Outdoor Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Tunnel, 2 Room | Cabin, Geodesic, Yurt, 2 Room |
| Capacity | 4 people | 4 people |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $499 | $212 |
| Weight | 22 Lbs 15 Oz | 41.8 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 83.3 ft² | 169.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 0 | None |
| Peak Height | 78 | 82 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 120 X 100 In | 13 X 13 |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | Steel |
| Floor Fabric | 150 Denier Coated Polyester | Polyester Taffeta 68D |
| Rainfly Fabric | 75 Denier Coated Polyester | Polyester Taffeta 68D |
| Setup Time | 10 Mins | 15 Mins |
| Warranty | None | 1 Year Limited |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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