Yakima SkyRise HD Medium Tent Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
Yakima
Yakima SkyRise HD Medium Tent
Best for: Durable, year-round camping for three people.
Smittybilt
Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent
Best for: Budget-friendly overlanding with spacious, durable quarters.
Our Take
Both are suv tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
Floor space is also wider — 64 sq ft versus 37 sq ft for the Yakima SkyRise HD Medium Tent.
On scores, the Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent edges ahead — 7.9 overall versus 7.6.
The biggest gap is space and comfort, where the Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent holds a clear advantage.
The Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent also has a price edge — $700 less at $1299 versus $1999.
For most buyers, the Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent is the stronger all-round pick — but check the full specs below before deciding.
🏆 Our pick: The Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent scores higher overall.
Score Comparison
Pros & Cons
Yakima SkyRise HD Medium Tent
- Tool-free vehicle mounting
- Dual built-in skylights
- Rugged 600D ripstop fabric
- Complex pre-assembly
- Thin 210D fabric
Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent
- Massive King-sized mattress
- 360-degree rainfly coverage
- Integrated LED lighting strip
- Cumbersome ladder overhang
- Thin stock mattress
Full Specs
| Spec | Yakima SkyRise HD Medium Tent | Smittybilt Overlander 4 Person Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | SUV, Rooftop | SUV, Rooftop |
| Capacity | 3 people | 3 people |
| Seasons | 4 Season | 4 Season |
| Est. Price | $2,000 | $1,300 |
| Weight | 114.64 Lbs | 170 Lbs |
| Floor Area | 37.3 ft² | 64.4 ft² |
| Peak Height | 48 | 51 |
| Doors | 1 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 56" X 96" X 48" | 122"L X 76"W X 51"H |
| Floor Fabric | 600D Ripstop Polyester Fabric With A 3000mm Waterproof PU Coating | — |
| Rainfly Fabric | Rainfly With 210D Ripstop Polyester, 3000mm PU Waterproof Coating | 420d Oxford Rainfly |
| Packed Size | L 58.00 In X W 48.00 In X H 17.00 In | — |
| Setup Time | 2 Mins | 5 10 Mins |
| Warranty | 2 Year Limited Warranty | 2 Year |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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