Wenzel Magnetic Screen House CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
wenzel
Wenzel Magnetic Screen House
Best for: Bug-free shade for picnics and parties.
CORE
CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium
Best for: Quick shade and insect-free outdoor gatherings.
Our Take
Both are screen house tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
The Wenzel Magnetic Screen House is noticeably taller inside (7'6" peak height versus 7'0"), giving you more headroom to move around.
Floor space is also wider — 120 sq ft versus 99 sq ft for the Wenzel Magnetic Screen House.
Both score 7.8 overall, though the CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium wins more individual scoring categories.
The main tradeoff: the Wenzel Magnetic Screen House leads on space and comfort despite trailing overall.
The Wenzel Magnetic Screen House also has a price edge — $78 less at $141 versus $219.
Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.
🏆 Our pick: The CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Wenzel Magnetic Screen House
- Hands-free magnetic entry
- Fits over picnic tables
- 7.5-foot peak height
- Weak magnetic closure
- Bottom door gaps
CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium
- Sixty-second instant setup
- Three-mode integrated lighting
- Fits over picnic tables
- Floorless design
- Weak stakes
Full Specs
| Spec | Wenzel Magnetic Screen House | CORE Instant Screen House Canopy Tent Medium |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Screen House | Screen House |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $142 | $220 |
| Weight | 17.44 Lbs | 27 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 99.0 ft² | 120.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | None | None |
| Peak Height | 90 | 84 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Floor Dimensions | 132 X 108 Inches | 144 X 120 Inches |
| Pole Material | Fiberglass | Steel |
| Floor Fabric | Floorless | Floorless |
| Rainfly Fabric | 68D Polyester Taffeta | 150D Polyester |
| Setup Time | 12 Mins | 1 Min |
| Warranty | 10 Years | 1 Year |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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