Compare Ultralight Tents
Compare Ultralight Tents
Use this guide to compare the main differences across our hiking tent range. Focus on trail weight, protection, structure, internal size and the kind of trip each tent is best suited to.
Lightest
Cloud Up 1 15D
Best balance
Mongar 2 15D
Best livability
Cloud Up 3 Pro
Best for solo adventure
Spider 1
| Model | Capacity | Trail weight | Total weight | Tent dimensions | Packed size | Flysheet waterproofing | Floor waterproofing | Fabric | Structure | Vestibules | Best for | Trade-off | Price | |
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Cloud Up 1 Pro
Solo, more comfort and space
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1P | ±1.06 kg | ±1.23 kg | L: 60 + 210 cm W: 90 cm H: 105 cm |
39 x 13 cm | 2000 mm | 5000 mm | 20D | Semi-freestanding | 1 | Solo hikers wanting more usable space with low pack weight | Slightly more comfort-focused than stripped-back models | R 3,299.00 | View product |
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Cloud Up 1 15D
Solo, balanced ultralight
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1P | ±1.06 kg | ±1.22 kg | L: 60 + 210 cm W: 90 cm H: 105 cm |
39 x 13 cm | 2000 mm | 5000 mm | 15D | Semi-freestanding | 1 | Solo hikers wanting a strong weight-to-comfort balance | Lower flysheet waterproofing than standard model | R 4,799.00 | View product |
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Cloud Up 1 20D
Solo, proven lightweight all-rounder
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1P | ±1.30 kg | ±1.50 kg | L: 60 + 210 cm W: 130 cm H: 105 cm |
40 x 15 cm | 4000 mm | — | 20D | Semi-freestanding | 1 | Solo hikers wanting a simple, proven lightweight tent | Heavier than newer fabric options | R 3,199.00 | View product |
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Cloud Up 1 210T
Solo, durability-focused entry option
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1P | ±1.45 kg | ±1.70 kg | L: 65 + 230 cm W: 110 cm H: 100 cm |
42 x 16 cm | 3000 mm | — | 210T polyester | Semi-freestanding | 1 | Beginner hikers or budget-conscious buyers wanting a tougher fabric | Heavier and bulkier than nylon ultralight versions | R 2,699.00 | View product |
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Cloud Up 2 Pro
2-person, more liveability
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2P | ±1.36 kg | ±1.62 kg | L: 60 + 210 cm W: 130 cm H: 105 cm |
40 x 13 cm | 3000 mm | 5000 mm | 20D | Semi-freestanding | 1 | Hikers wanting more usable space and comfort without major weight gain | Less minimal than the pure ultralight options | R 3,999.00 | View product |
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Cloud Up 2 10D
2-person, lowest weight focus
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1–2P | ±1.18 kg | ±1.40 kg | L: 60 + 210 cm W: 125 cm H: 100 cm |
40 x 15 cm | 2000 mm | — | 10D | Semi-freestanding | 1 | Ultralight hikers prioritising the lowest possible pack weight | Lower durability and lower waterproof rating | R 4,899.00 | View product |
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Cloud Up 2 15D
2-person, balanced ultralight
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2P | ±1.45 kg | ±1.67 kg | L: 60 + 210 cm W: 125 cm H: 105 cm |
40 x 13 cm | 2000 mm | 5000 mm | 15D | Semi-freestanding | 1 | Hikers wanting low weight without going all the way to a 10D build | Lower flysheet waterproofing than standard model | R 4,799.00 | View product |
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Cloud Up 2 20D
2-person, proven all-rounder
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1–2P | ±1.82 kg | ±2.15 kg | L: 210 cm W: 125 + 60 cm H: 100 cm |
46.5 x 14 cm | 4000 mm | — | 20D | Freestanding | 1 | Hikers wanting a reliable and straightforward 2-person shelter | Heavier than lighter Cloud Up options | R 3,999.00 | View product |
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Cloud Up 3 Pro
3-person, lighter Pro option
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3P | ±1.62 kg | ±1.75 kg | L: 75 + 220 cm W: 180 cm H: 110 cm |
43 x 17 cm | 2000 mm | 5000 mm | 20D | Semi-freestanding | 1 | Groups wanting more space and comfort in a lighter 3-person tent | Lower flysheet waterproofing than standard Cloud Up 3 | R 5,299.00 | View product |
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Cloud Up 3 20D
3-person, lightweight group shelter
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3P | ±1.98 kg | ±2.28 kg | L: 85 + 215 cm W: 180 cm H: 110 cm |
50 x 16 cm | 4000 mm | — | 20D | Semi-freestanding | 1 | Small groups wanting a light 3-person tent for multi-day use | Bulkier pack size than smaller models | R 4,999.00 | View product |
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Mongar 1 15D
Solo, freestanding ventilation focus
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1P | ±1.20 kg | ±1.34 kg | L: 210 cm W: 55 + 80 + 55 cm H: 100 cm |
40 x 14 cm | 1500 mm | — | 15D | Freestanding | 2 | Solo hikers wanting freestanding setup and better airflow | Lower waterproof rating than standard Mongar models | R 3,999.00 | View product |
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Mongar 2 15D
2-person, lightweight Mongar layout
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2P | — | ±1.86 kg | L: 210 cm W: 55 + 130 + 55 cm H: 105 cm |
41 x 15 cm | 1500 mm | — | 15D | Freestanding | 2 | Hikers wanting the Mongar layout in a lighter package | Lower waterproofing and no trail weight supplied | R 5,299.00 | View product |
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Mongar 2 20D
2-person, balanced freestanding option
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1–2P | ±1.82 kg | ±2.15 kg | L: 210 cm W: 60 + 135 + 60 cm H: 100 cm |
46.5 x 14 cm | 4000 mm | — | 20D | Freestanding | 2 | Hikers wanting a roomy freestanding tent with dual doors and vestibules | Heavier than UL variants | R 4,199.00 | View product |
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Mongar 2 210T
2-person, more robust fabric build
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1–2P | ±2.00 kg | ±2.35 kg | L: 210 cm W: 60 + 135 + 60 cm H: 100 cm |
50 x 15 cm | 3000 mm | — | 210T | Freestanding | 2 | Campers wanting the Mongar design in a tougher, less weight-focused build | Heaviest Mongar option | R 3,299.00 | View product |
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Spider 1
Solo, lightweight and easy setup
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1P | ±0.95 kg | ±1.20 kg | L: 210 cm W: 95 + 60 cm H: 105 cm |
40 x 12 cm | 2000 mm | 4000 mm | 20D silicone nylon | Freestanding | 1 | Solo hikers and bikepackers wanting low weight with quick, flexible setup | Less internal space than Cloud Up models | R 3,199.00 | View product |
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Star River 2
2-person, lighter dual-door option
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1–2P | ±1.44 kg | ±1.62 kg | L: 215 cm W: 60 + 135 + 60 cm H: 110 cm |
40 x 13 cm | 1500 mm | 5000 mm | 15D | Freestanding | 2 | Backpackers and bikepackers wanting low weight and strong ventilation | Less weather-focused than the expedition version | R 4,799.00 | View product |
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Star River 2 Expedition
2-person, more weather-focused
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1–2P | ±1.79 kg | ±2.10 kg | L: 215 cm W: 60 + 135 + 60 cm H: 110 cm |
45 x 15 cm | 4000 mm | — | 20D | Freestanding | 2 | Hikers wanting more protection with dual access and vestibules | Heavier than the ultralight Star River | R 4,399.00 | View product |
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Hiby 4
4-person, spacious group shelter
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4P | ±2.90 kg | ±3.40 kg | L: 155 + 240 cm W: 220 cm H: 165 cm |
60 x 22 cm | 4000 mm | — | 40D | Freestanding | 1 | Small groups wanting more internal space and a large vestibule | Noticeably heavier and bulkier than the hiking-focused 1P and 2P range | R 6,799.00 | View product |
Weights, dimensions and pricing are based on current product specifications. Where a trail weight is not supplied by the manufacturer, only the total weight is shown.
