Big Agnes Big House 4P vs Kelty Tallboy 4P
Quick verdict
Only one available on Amazon
The Kelty Tallboy 4P was out of stock on Amazon at our last check. Check the Big Agnes Big House 4P listing before buying.
Big Agnes Big House 4P: Two to four car campers who want stand-up height.
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Kelty Tallboy 4-Person Tent
amazon.com price: ~$200(last checked Jan 30)
Currently unavailable on Amazon
See in-stock alternativesBig Agnes Big House 4P review
Best for: Two to four car campers who want stand-up height
A tall car-camping tent with a 70 in peak, two doors and aluminum poles; the fly leaves the doors exposed and a vestibule costs extra.
The Big House 4 has a 92 x 90 in floor (57 sq ft) and a 70 in peak on aluminum pressfit poles, using sleeves, clips and a ridge pole. Two large doors, a full mesh ceiling and four ceiling pockets suit car camping. The 75D polyester fly is rated 1500 mm but is a partial cover, and the vestibule is sold separately.
Good
- 70 in peak over a 92 x 90 in floor (57 sq ft)
- Two doors, so nobody climbs over anyone
- Aluminum poles; shelter mode pitches the fly alone
Watch for
- Partial fly leaves the door panels exposed; vestibule sold separately
- 11 lb 9 oz trail weight and a 7 x 16 x 26 in pack
Specs from Big Agnes Big House 4 product page, Appalachian Outfitters Big House 4 (TBH425) specs and Amazon.com listing, checked Oct 26. We compare published specs and design; we have not tested it ourselves.
Check price on AmazonKelty Tallboy 4P review
Best for: Two to four campers who want stand-up headroom
A tall 4-person tent with a 70 in peak for standing to dress; the trade-offs are one door, no vestibule and a partial fly.
The Tallboy 4 has an 85 x 96 in floor (57 sq ft) and a 70 in peak on three fiberglass poles in an X-pole frame. It weighs 9 lb 14 oz minimum and 11 lb packaged, and packs to 24 x 7 x 10 in. One door and no vestibule mean gear stays inside, and the fly is a partial cover.
Good
- 70 in (5 ft 10 in) peak height at the center
- 85 x 96 in floor (57 sq ft)
- Freestanding X-pole frame on three poles
Watch for
- One door and no vestibule: shoes and packs go inside
- Fiberglass poles and a partial fly
Specs from Kelty Tallboy 4 product page and Amazon.com listing, checked Oct 26. We compare published specs and design; we have not tested it ourselves.
Currently unavailable on Amazon
See in-stock alternativesSide-by-side
| Spec | Big Agnes Big House 4-Person Tent | Kelty Tallboy 4-Person Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Price (typical) | $326 | $200 (last checked Jan 30) |
| Capacity | 4-person | 4-person |
| Weather rating | 3-season+ | 3-season+ |
| Floor | 92 x 90 in, 57 sq ft | 85 x 96 in, 57 sq ft |
| Peak height | 70 in | 70 in |
| Weight | 11.56 lb trail | 9.88 lb trail |
| Doors | 2 | 1 |
| Vestibules | 0 | 0 |
| Poles | aluminum | fiberglass |
| Setup | pole sleeves and clips | not listed |
| Rain fly | partial | partial |
| Packed size | 7 x 16 x 26 in | 24 x 7 x 10 in |
Green marks the better figure where more (or less) is plainly better. Weights and ice claims are the makers’ own figures.
Common questions
Which one should I buy?
The Kelty Tallboy 4P was out of stock on Amazon at our last check. Check the Big Agnes Big House 4P listing before buying.
Where do these specs come from?
From each maker’s product page and retailer spec sheets, linked under each review. We compare published specs and design; we have not tested these products. Check the listing for the exact version you are buying.
Where do these prices come from?
These are recorded Amazon prices. Check the listings for current price and availability.
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