Are you a camping or road-trip enthusiast? Do you like going out on an adventure trip suddenly and staying wherever you like? If yes, carry a rooftop tent always. Whether muddy or uneven terrain, hilly area, or seaside, these tents are easy to set up when needed and dis-assemble when not in use. Simply carry them on the car top and put it wherever you want to get a cozy room under the sky. These are the reasons the popularity of these tents is soaring high, and more and more brands are coming with rooftop tents of different types. If you haven’t bought it yet and want one for your next trip, here are the six best tents.
- Roof Top tent by Front Runner
First on the list is the car roof tent which is 1.3 meters wide and 2.4 meters long after setting up. With only 330 mm in height, it is the lowest-profile tent you can get and can accommodate two persons easily. It helps in reducing both the vehicle height and wind resistance.
Made with a polycotton ripstop of 260 gm, this tent is resistant to rain, hard elements, and harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun. Manufacturers have added an aluminum frame at the base and thick foam at the center to make the tent sturdy. You can carry and pack it off easily as it weighs only 43 kg. The 6 cm thick foam mattress comes with a polyester cover resistant to water and mildew, and the rainfly is waterproof.
If you need fresh air, simply unzip the skylight vent windows. Do not worry about storage when using this tent; it has two hanging pockets. Most importantly, this tent has a sliding aluminum ladder, universal mounting plates, and other tools required to mount the tent.
- SkyRise Medium Roof Top Tent by Yakima
If you need an easy-to-mount tent with a locking system, this tent with toolless mounting technology and rack locks is your go-to. Being made of ripstop polyester fabric with a polyurethane coating, aluminum frames, and polyester rainfly, this tent is completely waterproof and serves you all seasons.
Three people can easily stay in this rooftop tent, having four windows. The mattress at the core is resistant to mold and water and is 2.5 inches thick. If you want to see the sky from the tent, just stand through the windows, even without opening the rainfly. Manufacturers provide:
- Some storage hooks.
- An annex.
- A light strip.
- A hanging bag for storage with the tent
- iKamper Small Roof Top Tent
Next on the list is this small, lightweight, and aerodynamic Skycamp Mini 3.0 that you can set up within a minute on any car, even the Mini Cooper. An excellent thing is you can customize the tent with the help of an annex, bracket locks for closing straps safely, and storage racks for keeping any items.
Mount the tent on the car top using a 3.0 bracket of iKamper and any type of crossbar. However, use 1.0 brackets if the crossbar is higher than normal. Its wall has a quilted panel for proper condensation and ventilation, and the floor provides the users with appropriate air insulation owing to its aluminum honeycomb structures. You will also get a polyfoam and firm mattress inside the tent.
- Roofnest Condor Roof Top Tent
Are you searching for a hard shell tent that can accommodate two-four people? Then look no further than this one. With blackout polycotton material and a king-size 2 inches memory foam mattress, this tent helps you sleep comfortably. You will get a ladder, gear grid, detachable pockets, LEDs for either interior or exterior, floor mat, and duffle for bedding storage along with this tent. The doors and windows consist of canvas and mesh with full zip.
- Hard-shell MT. Hood by Cascadia
Cascadia makes hard-shell rooftop tents in three sizes–small, medium, and large. With aluminum flooring and a polycotton body, this tent is waterproof and usable throughout the year. Its clamshell design helps users set and fold it up without any hassle. Moreover, you get much better wind and rain protection. Sleep comfortably on the 3-inch mattress and store the water you want in the multiple pockets inside the tent.
- Dometic TRT Roof Top Tent
Last on the list is this best inflatable rooftop tent by Dometic which is made of Weathershield TC polycotton fabric for better insulation and breathability. It has big windows with mesh for proper air circulation, mosquito or bug protection, and small eaves for apt lighting. Two people can easily sleep in this tent of 145 x 218 x 115cm. You can erect it quickly using the 12V pump that comes with this tent. Another great feature is its integrated foam mattress and AIR frame. Ideal for small vehicles, this rooftop tent comes with pockets on both internal and external sides where you can keep things safe.
At the End
So, these are the six rooftop tents that are ruling in 2023. Keep in mind that buying a rooftop tent is a huge investment. No tent comes at a lesser price. So, research thoroughly before putting any money into it. Check the weight and make sure your vehicle is capable enough to carry it. Also, do not forget that carrying a tent on the car roof, even the lightest one, makes the vehicle drag more, leading to more fuel consumption.
