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Rightline Gear SUV 6 Person Tent Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent

Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict

Rightline Gear SUV 6 Person Tent

Rightline Gear

Rightline Gear SUV 6 Person Tent

★ 6.5 SUV
Sleeps 3 Seasons 3-season Weight 20 lbs Est. Price $199

Best for: Versatile family camping and vehicle-based road trips.

Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent

Kelty

Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent

★ 7.8 SUV
Sleeps 2 Seasons 3-season Weight 21 lbs Est. Price $350

Best for: Vehicle camping and large gear storage.

Our Take

Both are suv tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.

The Rightline Gear SUV 6 Person Tent sleeps 3 versus 2 for the Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent — if headcount matters, that's the deciding factor before you even look at scores.

The Rightline Gear SUV 6 Person Tent is noticeably taller inside (7'2" peak height versus 6'6"), giving you more headroom to move around.

Floor space is also wider — 100 sq ft versus 62 sq ft for the Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent.

The Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent adds vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.

On scores, the Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent edges ahead — 7.8 overall versus 6.5.

The biggest gap is intangibles, where the Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent holds a clear advantage.

The Rightline Gear SUV 6 Person Tent also has a price edge — $150 less at $199 versus $349.

For most buyers, the Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.

🏆 Our pick: The Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent scores higher overall.

Score Comparison

Rightline Gear SUV 6 Person Tent
Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent
Overall Score
6.5
7.8
Space & Comfort
7.0
8.0
Quality & Durability
6.0
7.0
Weather Resistance
6.0
7.0
Value for Money
6.4
9.0
Ease of Use
6.6
8.0
Intangibles
5.0
8.0

Pros & Cons

Rightline Gear SUV 6 Person Tent

  • Bathtub floor stays dry
  • Glow-dark zipper pulls
  • Universal vehicle sleeve attachment
  • Difficult solo setup
  • Weak tent stakes

Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent

  • Versatile vehicle hatch attachment
  • Massive 52-square-foot vestibule
  • Standing-height 78-inch interior
  • Wrestling monster rainfly
  • Requires two people

Full Specs

SpecRightline Gear SUV 6 Person TentKelty Caboose 4 Person Tent
Tent Type SUV, Dome SUV, Dome
Capacity 3 people 2 people
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $199 $350
Weight 20 Lbs 21 Lbs
Floor Area 100.0 ft² 62.1 ft²
Vestibule Area 52.6 Ft^3
Peak Height 86 78
Doors 1 1
Floor Dimensions 10 X 10 Ft
Pole Material Fiberglass
Floor Fabric Water Resistant Fabric With Tape Sealed Seams (Pu 2000Mm) 68D Polyester Taffeta / 1500mm / C0
Rainfly Fabric Water Resistant Fabric With Tape Sealed Seams (Pu 2000Mm)
Setup Time 30 Mins 10 Mins
Warranty Limited 1 Year Limited Lifetime
Made In Imported Imported

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Rightline Gear

Rightline Gear SUV 6 Person Tent

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Kelty Caboose 4 Person Tent

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