Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent Thule Approach M
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Smittybilt
Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent
Best for: Budget-friendly overlanding with spacious, durable quarters.
Thule
Thule Approach M
Best for: Stargazing and luxury year-round glamping.
Our Take
Both are suv tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent is noticeably taller inside (4'3" peak height versus 3'4"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 64 sq ft versus 34 sq ft for the Thule Approach M.
On scores, the Thule Approach M edges ahead — 8.1 overall versus 7.9.
The main tradeoff: the Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent leads on space and comfort despite trailing overall.
The Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent also has a price edge — $1399 less at $1299 versus $2699.
For most buyers, the Thule Approach M is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.
🏆 Our pick: The Thule Approach M scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent
- Massive King-sized mattress
- 360-degree rainfly coverage
- Integrated LED lighting strip
- Cumbersome ladder overhang
- Thin stock mattress
Thule Approach M
- Massive panoramic skylights
- 3-minute quick deployment
- Lockable mounting brackets
- Square ladder rungs
- Separate travel cover
Full Specs
| Spec | Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent | Thule Approach M |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | SUV, Rooftop | SUV, Rooftop |
| Capacity | 3 people | 3 people |
| Seasons | 4 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $1,300 | $2,700 |
| Weight | 170 Lbs | 147 Lbs. |
| Floor Area | 64.4 ft² | 33.6 ft² |
| Peak Height | 51 | 40 |
| Doors | 1 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 122"L X 76"W X 51"H | 94.5 X 51.2 Inches |
| Pole Material | — | Aluminum |
| Rainfly Fabric | 420d Oxford Rainfly | — |
| Packed Size | — | 56.3 X 48.8 X 11 Inches |
| Setup Time | 5 10 Mins | 3 Mins |
| Warranty | 2 Year | Limited Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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