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Thule Tepui Foothill Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent

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

Thule Tepui Foothill

Thule

Thule Tepui Foothill

★ 7.9 SUV
Sleeps 2 Seasons 4-season Weight 108 lbs Est. Price $1,700

Best for: Saving roof space for additional gear.

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.

Our Take

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

The Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent is noticeably taller inside (4'3" peak height versus 3'2"), giving you more headroom to move around.

On scores, the Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent edges ahead — 8.1 overall versus 7.9.

The main tradeoff: the Thule Tepui Foothill leads on build quality despite trailing overall.

The Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent also has a price edge — $373 less at $1325 versus $1699.

For most buyers, the Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.

🏆 Our pick: The Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent scores higher overall.

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Score Comparison

Thule Tepui Foothill
Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent
Overall Score
7.9
8.1
Space & Comfort
7.0
7.0
Quality & Durability
9.0
8.0
Weather Resistance
8.0
9.0
Value for Money
6.0
6.0
Ease of Use
8.0
9.0
Intangibles
9.0
8.0

Pros & Cons

Thule Tepui Foothill

  • Leaves half rack open
  • One-sided cover removal
  • Panoramic 5-window views
  • Thin 4cm mattress
  • Separate ladder storage

Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent

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

Full Specs

SpecThule Tepui FoothillSmittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent
Tent Type SUV, Rooftop SUV, Rooftop
Capacity 2 people 2 people
Seasons 4 Season 4 Season
Est. Price $1,700 $1,326
Weight 108 Lbs 116.5 Lbs
Floor Area 27.4 ft² 36.9 ft²
Peak Height 38 51
Doors 1 1
Floor Dimensions 84 X 47 Inches 95 X 56 In
Pole Material Wrapped Aluminum 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 83 X 24 X 9.5 Inches —
Setup Time 15 20 Mins 5 Mins
Warranty 2 Years 1 Year
Made In Imported Imported

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Thule Tepui Foothill

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Smittybilt Overlander 3 Person Tent

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