A budget-friendly freestanding three-person tent that ships with its footprint. People pick it for lots of room and headroom at a modest price, accepting extra weight.
Specs
- Minimum weight: 5 lb 12 oz / 2.6 kg; packed weight: 6 lb 14 oz / 3.1 kg
- Floor: 88 x 73 in, 44.6 sq ft
- Peak height: 44 in
- Doors: 2; vestibules: 2
- Fly: PU polyester (2000 mm); floor: 75D recycled PU polyester (2000 mm)
- Footprint included
- Packed size: 24 x 8 x 4 in
- Price: $299.95 (maker, Oct 2026; 2P same price)
What reviewers say
OutdoorGearLab tested the two-person Aurora and called it a budget basecamp: roomy, tall and full of big pockets. They also reported pole durability problems and found it hard to get back in its bag. We did not find an independent test of the 3P size.
Good
- Low price, footprint included
- Roomy with good headroom
- Large storage pockets
Not so good
- Heavy for backpacking
- Reports of pole durability issues
- Hard to repack
Who it's for
Families and groups doing short backpacking trips or car camping who want space on a budget. Long-distance hikers should look at lighter tents.
Sources
Last checked 2026-10-19. Specs from the maker; review notes summarized in our own words.