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

Tentsile Stingray 3-Person Tree Tent

Tentsile

Tentsile Stingray 3-Person Tree Tent

★ 8.2 Tree Tent
Sleeps 3 Seasons 4-season Weight 25.1 lbs Est. Price $849

Best for: Unique car camping family treehouse.

Tentsile Flite 2-Person Tree Tent

Tentsile

Tentsile Flite 2-Person Tree Tent

★ 8.2 Backpacking
Sleeps 2 Seasons 4-season Weight 10.4 lbs Est. Price $429

Best for: Elevated fun for short adventures.

Our Take

These are two versions of the same base tent from Tentsile, so the differences come down to specific features rather than overall design.

The Tentsile Stingray 3-Person Tree Tent sleeps 3 versus 2 for the Tentsile Flite 2-Person Tree Tent — if headcount matters, that's the deciding factor before you even look at scores.

The Tentsile Stingray 3-Person Tree Tent and the Tentsile Flite 2-Person Tree Tent are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 8.2 overall.

The Tentsile Flite 2-Person Tree Tent also has a price edge — $420 less at $429 versus $849.

Check the full specs below to see exactly what sets these two apart and decide whether the difference is worth it to you.

Score Comparison

Tentsile Stingray 3-Person Tree Tent
Tentsile Flite 2-Person Tree Tent
Overall Score
8.2
8.2
Space & Comfort
9.0
9.0
Quality & Durability
9.0
9.0
Weather Resistance
9.0
9.0
Value for Money
7.0
7.0
Ease of Use
5.0
5.0
Intangibles
9.0
9.0

Pros & Cons

Tentsile Stingray 3-Person Tree Tent

  • Spacious 80 sq ft floor
  • Impressive 880 lb weight capacity
  • Unique four door access points
  • Heavy 24lb weight kills backpacking
  • Ratchet setup has learning curve

Tentsile Flite 2-Person Tree Tent

  • Comfortable flat-lay double hammock floor
  • Lightweight design at 7 pounds
  • Integrated no-see-um insect mesh protection
  • Finding three perfect trees is difficult
  • Partner movement bounces the whole shelter

Full Specs

SpecTentsile Stingray 3-Person Tree TentTentsile Flite 2-Person Tree Tent
Tent Type Tree Tent, Suspension, 4 Season Backpacking, Tree Tent, Suspension, 4 Season
Capacity 3 people 2 people
Seasons 4 Season 4 Season
Est. Price $849 $429
Weight 25.1 Lbs 10.4 Lbs
Floor Area 50.0 ft² 43.0 ft²
Vestibule Area None None
Peak Height 48 48
Doors 2 2
Floor Dimensions 160 X 126 In 132 X 108 In
Pole Material Aluminum Aluminum Alloy
Floor Fabric 240D Inclined Nylon Polyester Composite Reinforced With 20+ Metres Of Seatbelt Webbing 1 Layer 20D Uncoated Nylon + 1 Layer 40D PU Coated Polyester
Rainfly Fabric 70D PU Coated Polyester 70D Polyester PU Coated (5000HH)
Setup Time 20 Mins 20 Mins
Warranty Limited Lifetime Limited Lifetime
Made In Imported Imported

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Tentsile Stingray 3-Person Tree Tent

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Tentsile Flite 2-Person Tree Tent

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