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Wenzel 5 Person Dome Tent Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology

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

Wenzel 5 Person Dome Tent

Wenzel

Wenzel 5 Person Dome Tent

★ 7.5 Dome
Sleeps 3 Seasons 3-season Weight 8 lbs Est. Price $60

Best for: Budget-friendly camping for small families.

Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology

Coleman

Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology

★ 7.7 Dome
Sleeps 3 Seasons 3-season Weight 21.2 lbs Est. Price $390

Best for: Perfect for fair-weather car camping.

Our Take

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

The Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology adds a screen room — a meaningful structural difference.

The Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology is noticeably taller inside (6'0" peak height versus 4'10"), giving you more headroom to move around.

Floor space is also wider — 125 sq ft versus 80 sq ft for the Wenzel 5 Person Dome Tent.

The Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology adds vestibule storage for muddy boots and wet gear.

On scores, the Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology edges ahead — 7.7 overall versus 7.5.

The biggest gap is weather resistance, where the Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology holds a clear advantage.

The Wenzel 5 Person Dome Tent also has a price edge — $330 less at $59 versus $390.

For most buyers, the Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.

🏆 Our pick: The Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology scores higher overall.

Score Comparison

Wenzel 5 Person Dome Tent
Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology
Overall Score
7.5
7.7
Space & Comfort
8.0
9.8
Quality & Durability
6.0
6.5
Weather Resistance
6.0
8.0
Value for Money
9.0
8.0
Ease of Use
9.0
7.0
Intangibles
5.0
7.0

Pros & Cons

Wenzel 5 Person Dome Tent

  • Integrated Lite Reflect system
  • Removable privacy divider curtain
  • E-port electrical cord access
  • Low 58-inch height
  • Poor wind stability

Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology

  • Dark Room technology blocks light
  • Vertical walls maximize interior headroom
  • Setup takes under five minutes
  • Flimsy fiberglass poles can shatter
  • Partial rainfly offers subpar protection

Full Specs

SpecWenzel 5 Person Dome TentColeman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology
Tent Type Dome Dome, Screen Room
Capacity 3 people 3 people
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $60 $390
Weight 8 Lbs 21.2 Lbs
Floor Area 80.0 ft² 125.0 ft²
Vestibule Area No 40 Sq Ft
Peak Height 58 72
Doors 1 1
Floor Dimensions 120 X 96 Inches 150 X 120 In
Pole Material Fiberglass Fiberglass
Floor Fabric Nylon PE Sheet, 130 G/m2, Flame Retardant
Rainfly Fabric Nylon Polyester Taffeta 68 Denier 190T; PU/flame Retardant/C0 Water Repellent PFAS Free/600 Mm/Dark Room Coating
Setup Time 5 Mins 5 Mins
Warranty None 1 Year Limited
Made In Imported Imported

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Wenzel 5 Person Dome Tent

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Coleman Skydome 6-Person Screen Room Tent with Dark Room Technology

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