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Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent Roofnest Falcon 2

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

Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent

Smittybilt

Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent

★ 8.1 SUV
Sleeps 2 Seasons 4-season Weight 116.5 lbs Est. Price $1,326

Best for: Affordable all-season vehicle roof top camping.

Roofnest Falcon 2

Roofnest

Roofnest Falcon 2

★ 8.0 SUV
Sleeps 2 Seasons 3-season Weight 160 lbs Est. Price $1,995

Best for: Fast setup and aerodynamic low-profile overlanding.

Our Take

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

The Roofnest Falcon 2 is noticeably taller inside (5'0" peak height versus 4'3"), giving you more headroom to move around.

The Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent and the Roofnest Falcon 2 are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 8.1 overall.

The biggest gap is weather resistance, where the Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent holds a clear advantage.

The Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent also has a price edge — $669 less at $1325 versus $1995.

Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.

Score Comparison

Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent
Roofnest Falcon 2
Overall Score
8.1
8.0
Space & Comfort
7.0
8.0
Quality & Durability
8.0
9.0
Weather Resistance
9.0
7.0
Value for Money
6.0
5.0
Ease of Use
9.0
9.0
Intangibles
8.0
9.0

Pros & Cons

Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent

  • Integrated LED light strip
  • Wide sturdy telescopic ladder
  • Included external boot bag
  • Velcro cover system
  • Manual ladder drilling

Roofnest Falcon 2

  • Ultra-slim six-inch profile
  • Effortless clamshell setup
  • Durable aluminum shell construction
  • Zero bedding storage
  • Exposed external pistons

Full Specs

SpecSmittybilt Overlander 3 Person TentRoofnest Falcon 2
Tent Type SUV, Rooftop SUV, Rooftop
Capacity 2 people 2 people
Seasons 4 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $1,326 $1,995
Weight 116.5 Lbs 160 Lbs
Floor Area 36.9 ft² 28.6 ft²
Peak Height 51 60
Doors 1 1
Floor Dimensions 95 X 56 In 86 X 48
Pole Material Anodized Aluminum Tent Frame Poles With Stainless Steel Hinges
Floor Fabric 600D Heavy Duty Rip Stop Polyester, Waterproof And Polyurethane Impregnated
Rainfly Fabric 600D Heavy Duty Rip Stop Polyester, Waterproof And Polyurethane Impregnated
Packed Size 88 X 50
Setup Time 5 Mins 2 Mins
Warranty 1 Year 2 Year Limited Warranty
Made In Imported Imported

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Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent

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