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The 10 Best Tents as of June 2026

Updated 18 June 2026 · Reviewed by the Pickarank team · Prices in GBP, subject to change

We compared the best tents you can buy in 2026, scoring each out of 10 on performance, value, build quality and features. Here are the ten worth your money — with an at-a-glance table and the current best prices.

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Our top picks at a glance

Top pick

MSR Hubba Hubba 2

9.1Best backpacking
Check price on Amazon ≈ £450
Best value

Terra Nova Laser Compact 2

8.7Best lightweight value
Check price on Amazon ≈ £350
Also great

Outwell Springwood 5

8.4Best for groups
Check price on Amazon ≈ £300

Prices were correct at the time of writing and change often — tap through for today's price on Amazon.

How we ranked these tents

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

  • Performance (35%) — how well each tent does its core job.
  • Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
  • Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
  • Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

#TentsScoreBest forCapacityApprox priceAmazon links
1MSR Hubba Hubba 29.1Best backpacking2-person£450View Price
2Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL29.0Best ultralight2-person£500View Price
3Nemo Dagger OSMO 28.8Best comfort-to-weight2-person£480View Price
4Vango Aether 4508.7Best family4-person£400View Price
5Terra Nova Laser Compact 28.7Best lightweight value2-person£350View Price
6Berghaus Air 68.6Best inflatable6-person£600View Price
7Coleman Coastline 3 Plus8.4Best value family3-person£180View Price
8Outwell Springwood 58.4Best for groups5-person£300View Price
9Vango Nevis 2008.3Best cheap backpacking2-person£90View Price
10Quechua MH1008.0Best budget2-person£60View Price
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The full ranking

1
Best backpacking

MSR Hubba Hubba 2

9.1Our number one pick.

The Hubba Hubba 2 is the benchmark backpacking tent, balancing genuinely low weight with liveable space, easy pitching and excellent weather protection. It is pricey, but for hikers who want one tent to do everything it is superb.

Weather: 9.2Space: 8.8Weight: 9.2Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Great weight-to-space balance
  • Easy to pitch
  • Reliable in bad weather
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Tight for two big adults plus kit
2
Best ultralight

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2

9.0A superb runner-up.

The Copper Spur is the one to beat for ultralight comfort, with steep walls that maximise interior space for its tiny packed weight. The lightweight fabrics need care, but for fast-and-light trips it is exceptional.

Weather: 8.8Space: 9.0Weight: 9.4Value: 8.4
Pros
  • Very light for the space
  • Roomy, steep walls
  • Two doors and porches
Cons
  • Delicate fabrics
  • Premium price
3
Best comfort-to-weight

Nemo Dagger OSMO 2

8.8Rounds out our top three.

The Dagger OSMO 2 prioritises liveability, with generous headroom, big porches and a tough, sustainable OSMO fabric that pitches taut and sheds rain well. It is a touch heavier than pure ultralight tents, but far comfier to wait out weather in.

Weather: 9.0Space: 9.2Weight: 8.6Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Very liveable space
  • Tough OSMO fabric
  • Big porches
Cons
  • Heavier than ultralight rivals
  • Pricey
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4
Best family

Vango Aether 450

8.7A standout in the upper half.

The Aether 450 is a brilliant family-and-festival tent, quick to pitch with AirBeam-style poles, roomy for four and well sealed against British weather. It is bulky and heavy to carry far, but for car camping it is excellent.

Weather: 9.0Space: 9.0Weight: 7.6Value: 8.8
Pros
  • Quick to pitch
  • Roomy for families
  • Good weather protection
Cons
  • Heavy and bulky
  • Not for backpacking
5
Best lightweight value

Terra Nova Laser Compact 2

8.7A well-rounded mid-table pick.

The Laser Compact 2 brings genuine lightweight backpacking pedigree at a more accessible price, with a low, wind-shedding profile. Interior space is snug, but for solo hikers and weight-watchers it is great value.

Weather: 8.8Space: 8.0Weight: 9.0Value: 8.8
Pros
  • Light and wind-resistant
  • Good value for the weight
  • Reliable brand
Cons
  • Snug interior
  • Small porch
6
Best inflatable

Berghaus Air 6

8.6Great value in the middle of the pack.

The Air 6 uses inflatable beams instead of poles, so a big six-person tent pitches in minutes with a pump. It is heavy and pricey, but for hassle-free family camping the speed and space are wonderful.

Weather: 8.8Space: 9.2Weight: 7.2Value: 8.2
Pros
  • Inflates in minutes
  • Huge family space
  • Sturdy in wind
Cons
  • Heavy and bulky
  • Expensive
7
Best value family

Coleman Coastline 3 Plus

8.4A dependable pick if the price is right.

The Coastline 3 Plus is a long-time value favourite, a sturdy, weatherproof three-person tent with a porch at a very fair price. It is heavier than backpacking tents, but for weekends and festivals it is dependable and cheap.

Weather: 8.6Space: 8.4Weight: 7.8Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Affordable and sturdy
  • Weatherproof
  • Handy porch
Cons
  • Heavy for hiking
  • Basic materials
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8
Best for groups

Outwell Springwood 5

8.4Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

The Springwood 5 is a roomy, well-made tunnel tent for groups and families, with good headroom and a sewn-in groundsheet to keep bugs out. It is large and heavy, but for spacious car camping it is great value.

Weather: 8.6Space: 9.2Weight: 7.4Value: 8.8
Pros
  • Spacious for groups
  • Good headroom
  • Sewn-in groundsheet
Cons
  • Large and heavy
  • Slower to pitch
9
Best cheap backpacking

Vango Nevis 200

8.3A budget-friendly option worth a look.

The Nevis 200 is the budget backpacker's friend, a light, compact two-person tent that handles three-season weather for very little money. It is snug and basic, but for first-time hikers it is remarkable value.

Weather: 8.2Space: 7.8Weight: 8.6Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Light and cheap
  • Decent weather protection
  • Compact packed size
Cons
  • Snug for two
  • Basic features
10
Best budget

Quechua MH100

8.0Rounds out our top ten.

Decathlon's MH100 is one of the cheapest ways to get camping, an easy-pitch two-person tent that does the basics in fair weather. It is heavy and not for storms, but as a starter or festival tent it is unbeatable value.

Weather: 7.8Space: 8.0Weight: 7.6Value: 9.4
Pros
  • Extremely affordable
  • Easy to pitch
  • Fine for fair weather
Cons
  • Heavy
  • Not for serious storms
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the tents in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the MSR Hubba Hubba 2, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 and Nemo Dagger OSMO 2 are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best tents without overthinking it, the MSR Hubba Hubba 2 is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ £450

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