Best 1-Person Tents

Updated January 2019
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Bottom Line
Pros
Cons
Best of the Best
SnugPak
The Ionosphere 1 Man Dome Tent
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Bottom Line

While not the best option to pitch on rocky surfaces, the overall quality and roominess of this tent make it an outstanding choice.

Pros

Comes in olive green or coyote tan. High-quality and very durable. Stands up well to wind. Quite roomy inside for a one-person tent, with good ventilation. Easy to set up and tear down.

Cons

The tent is not freestanding, so you'll need to use the tent pegs, which are thin and very sharp.

ALPS Mountaineering
Lynx 1-Person Tent
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Bottom Line

A rock-solid choice for shorter hikes, this option also comes with roomy storage options.

Pros

Very easy to set up and break down. Good-sized vestibule to store your gear. Sturdy in high winds, and very dry in rain. High-quality.

Cons

Floor is a bit thin, although you can spend a little more to get a footprint to go with it. Not an ultra-light tent.

Winterial
Single Person Tent
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Bottom Line

A great-looking and very lightweight option, although its size may leave you feeling cramped.

Pros

Waterproofing works very well. Very lightweight. Good looking tent that comes in green or orange. Easy setup. Good quality.

Cons

Tent is very small and not for the tall or claustrophobic. Aluminum stakes bend easily, making it difficult to use the tent on hard surfaces.

Teton Sports
Mountain Ultra Tent
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Bottom Line

Stands out for its roominess and its top-to-bottom ability to stand up to the elements.

Pros

Comes with a footprint. Easy to set up and tear down, even in the dark. Stays very dry. Roomy enough inside that you can sit up in it and change your clothes.

Cons

The included footprint does not cover the ground in the vestibule. Does not have windows, just vents. A little on the heavier side.

Best Bang for the Buck
Ozark Trail
1-Person Hiker Tent
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Bottom Line

A great choice if you're looking for a quality and roomy tent at a very affordable price.

Pros

Very inexpensive. Sets up very quickly and easily. A high-quality and roomy option. Handles great in windy conditions.

Cons

Not for extended hikes, as it is on the heavier side. Keeps you dry, but the tent itself doesn't shed water well.

How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

  • 60 Models Considered
  • 9 Hours Researched
  • 1 Experts Interviewed
  • 200 Consumers Consulted
    • Zero products received from manufacturers.

    We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

    Why trust BestReviews?
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    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
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    ALPS Mountaineering

    Lynx 1-Person Tent

    ALPS Mountaineering

    Lynx 1-Person Tent

    A rock-solid choice for shorter hikes, this option also comes with roomy storage options.
    $84
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    Winterial

    Single Person Tent

    Winterial

    Single Person Tent

    A great-looking and very lightweight option, although its size may leave you feeling cramped.
    $94
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    SnugPak

    The Ionosphere 1 Man Dome Tent

    SnugPak

    The Ionosphere 1 Man Dome Tent

    While not the best option to pitch on rocky surfaces, the overall quality and roominess of this tent make it an outstanding choice.
    $154
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    Teton Sports

    Mountain Ultra Tent

    Teton Sports

    Mountain Ultra Tent

    Stands out for its roominess and its top-to-bottom ability to stand up to the elements.
    $99
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    Ozark Trail

    1-Person Hiker Tent

    Ozark Trail

    1-Person Hiker Tent

    A great choice if you're looking for a quality and roomy tent at a very affordable price.
    $34

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