Best 4-Person Roof Top Tents For Sale
If you are looking for the best 4-person roof top tent to buy, you have come to the right place.
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Roof top tents are more popular than ever. They give you the ability to camp anywhere, and to maximize comfort while you do it.
The good news is that even for families or larger groups, there are lots of great 4-person roof top tents to choose from.
So, in addition to our guide on the best hard shell roof top tents and the best soft shell roof top tents, we have written this one on the best 4-person roof top tents currently on the market.
We also give you a comparison chart, and answer a few common questions you might have regarding roof top tents. So let's go!
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Large hard shell for a reasonable price.
The Bushveld by Overland Vehicle Systems is one of the largest and most affordable hard shell roof top tents available.
The OVS Bushveld hard shell roof top tent features 600D ripstop body material with a 420-oxford ripstop waterproof rain fly.
The hard shell cover is constructed from a single-piece polymer that is designed to last, with latches and hardware made of marine grade stainless steel, and a military grade weatherproof seal.
The base of the Bushveld is insulated and has a built-in anti-condensation layer, along with a black aluminum diamond plate underside.
And if you need more room or a private space, the Bushveld hard shell tent offers an optional annex that is large enough to sleep another person. It also features a built-in PVC floor with a 100% waterproof body fabric.
Thanks to the innovative nitrogen gas strut design, you can set up and take down the Bushveld hard shell roof top tent in under 30 seconds.
Pros
- Large sleeping area with the option of adding an extra room if needed.
- Setup and takedown are simple and quick.
- Body construction is extremely tough.
- Anti-condensation mat keeps moisture from accumulating beneath the mattress.
Cons
- The mattress is surprisingly thin compared to other tents.
Includes 3-months Subscription to onX Maps
HONORABLE MENTION: Best Hard Shell 4-Person Roof Top Tent
Roofnest Condor 2 XL
$3,845
Premium design, recent upgrades, lots of options.
The Condor 2 XL by Roofnest is one of the highest quality and most functional roof top tents on the market.
While this is a 3-4 person tent, 4 people can comfortably fit in the Roofnest Condor 2 XL - especially if one or more are children.
As for materials, it is made of 320 GSM poly-cotton canvas, has a 3000mm waterproof poly-oxford rainfly, and has an ASA/ABS plastic shell.
Additional upgrades include 2 HVAC ports for climate or cord control, 3 dimmable LEDs (interior and exterior), a six pocket gear-grid, updated 3-way windows, and heavy duty lockable latches.
The Condor 2 XL is compatible with Roofnest's 6 Channel Crossbars, which attach directly to the shell for easily mounting more gear.
And if you need extra space or a private room, the Roofnest Condor 2 XL offers the option to add Roofnest's modular Awnex: Awning + Annex system. The Awnex can be configured in multiple ways - with its awning, wall, and floor kits - to offer optimal protection from the elements.
An ideal companion to any vehicle, the Roofnest Condor 2 XL includes everything you need for adventures in any environment.
Pros
- Option of adding extra space if needed via the modular Awnex system.
- Setup and takedown are really simple.
- Body construction is extremely tough.
- The optional crossbars ensure you can take all the gear you need.
Cons
- Slightly thinner and significantly more expensive than the Bushveld gives it the honorable mention spot despite being slightly higher rated.
Includes 3-months Subscription to onX Maps
Perfect for families and groups of friends.
The Tuff Stuff Elite is one of the largest soft shell tents on the market. It can sleep 4 adults, or even a family of 5.
Plus, the Tuff Stuff Elite is one of the only tents on the market that is essentially TWO tents in one.
With a removable privacy split wall and two ladder entrances, you can divide up this massive space into two.
Mom and Dad on one side, kids on the other? You now have a two-bedroom house atop your car.
Even better, the Tuff Stuff Elite soft shell roof top tent comes standard with an annex, for even more sleeping or hanging space. Make that a three bedroom!
With 280g poly-cotton windproof tent fabric and a 420D poly-oxford rain fly, this large soft shell tent will also keep you warm and comfortable no matter where you're camping.
The 2.75-inch mattress on the Tuff Stuff Elite is also a huge plus for easy sleeping. And the tent comes with good storage, inside and out.
Pros
- Huge sleeping area with included annex, making this one of the largest tents around.
- Two ladders and an optional privacy wall to divide the tent in half, if desired.
- Tough materials that can hold up in any weather.
- 2.75" mattress provides excellent comfort.
Cons
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Weight: You don't get this big without driving up the weight. At 194 pounds, it's heavier than a lot of hard shell tents, and will almost always need an after-market roof rack.
Includes 3-months Subscription to onX Maps
Best Lightweight 4-Person Roof Top Tent
Overland Junction Labrador
$1,999
Large, lightweight, and luxurious.
The Overland Junction Labrador was designed and tested at 9,000 feet in the Colorado Rockies.
It's as tough as they come - with 280g poly-cotton ripstop fabric and 3000mm waterproofing on the tent body. Plus, a 420D poly-oxford rainfly with 3000mm waterproofing.
It's also as large as they come, with a 77" by 94" sleeping area that's larger than a king-size bed. And a 2.75" mattress that'll keep you comfortable all night.
And despite that high quality and size, it comes in at a lean 146 pounds. One of the lightest large tents on the market.
In addition to being light, large, and luxurious, it has 2 large skylights for amazing stargazing or bright light.
Plus, there is ample storage, anti-condensation vents, and an optional annex and insulation layer for additional space and protection.
Pros
- Huge sleeping area that's larger than a king mattress.
- High quality tent and rainfly fabrics.
- The lightest large tent on the market at 146 pounds.
- 2.75" mattress provides excellent comfort.
- 2 large skylights for extra light or evening star gazing.
Cons
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The optional annex is smaller and harder to attach than others on the market
Includes 3-months Subscription to onX Maps
Best Premium 4-Person Roof Top Tent
Freespirit High Country V2 - King
$3,495
Innovative hybrid of soft shell and hard shell.
The Freespirit High Country V2 is a category breaker. It's a fusion between softshell and hardshell. It essentially has a hardshell top, with softshell sides.
The innovative hybrid design mixes some of the best features of hard shell (low profile, low MPG impact, crossbars) with some of the best features of soft shell (lighter).
The King-size High Country V2 is massive. At 77" wide, it's one of the largest tents on the market. It can comfortably sleep 4 adults, or even a family of 5.
And despite the large size, even by soft shell standards (and especially by hard shell standards) it's impressively lightweight at just 154 pounds.
The High Country V2 incorporates Freespirit's time-tested tri-layer insulation design. And it has a solid 2.25" mattress for comfortable sleeping.
Finally, because of the hard top, the High Country V2 is able to take crossbars. This is groundbreaking for a (partially) soft shell tent, and ensures you can bring all the gear you need on your next adventure.
Pros
- Innovative, hybrid design merges benefits of hard shell and soft shell tents.
- At 77", the High Country V2 - King can fit a family of 5.
- Despite the size, the tent weighs in at an impressively lightweight 154 pounds.
- Because of the hard top, it can take crossbars, so you can bring additional gear.
Cons
- This tent is our best premium for a reason - it aint cheap, especially for a partial soft shell!
Includes 3-months Subscription to onX Maps
Strong materials, great mattress, unbeatable price.
The number one question we get from potential Nomadic 4 owners is: Why is this tent so inexpensive - seems too good to be true?
Well, good news: It's not! The features and value that the Nomadic 4 extended roof top tent provide are unbeatable.
The Nomadic 4 roof top tent is big enough to sleep 4 people comfortably (or even a family of 5), and the 3" memory foam mattress is so nice you're going to wish you had it on your bed at home.
The 600D body construction and 420D rainfly of the Nomadic 4 RTT will help you stay warm and comfortable in even the harshest of weather conditions.
And a skylight window is built into the roof which makes the tent even more amazing at night.
Plus, you can add a massive annex to it for even more indoor space - perfect for having a comfortable place to change, or even to sleep additional people or pets.
Easy to install, easy to set up and break down, and very easy to sleep in, the Nomadic 4 extended is a great 4-person roof top tent.
Pros
- The best value 4-person tent on the market.
- 3" mattress makes you feel like you're at home.
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Setup and takedown are straightforward.
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Skylight is great for views and star gazing.
Cons
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Heavy for a soft shell roof top tent.
Includes 3-months Subscription to onX Maps
4-Person Roof Top Tent Comparison
| 4-Person Tent |
Price | Weight (lbs) |
Shell Material |
Tent Fabric | Mattress Thickness | Sleeping Area Width |
Annex | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2,799 | 180 | Plastic |
600D |
1" | 72" | Optional | 4 years | |
| Roofnest Condor 2 XL | $3,845 | 180 |
Plastic |
320gsm | 2" | 68" | Optional | 2 years |
| Tuff Stuff Elite | $2,499 | 194 | Canvas | 280g | 2.75" | 77" |
Included | 1 year |
| Overland Junction Labrador | $1,999 | 146 | Canvas | 280g | 2.75" | 77" |
Optional | 2 years |
| FSR High Country - King | $3,495 | 154 |
Hybrid |
150Dx3 | 2.25" | 77" | No | 2 years |
| OVS Nomadic 4 | $1,499 | 172 | Canvas |
600D | 3" | 77" | Optional |
4 years |
4-Person Roof Top Tents FAQs
Will using a 4 person roof top tent damage my vehicle?
No, roof top tents do not damage the vehicle as long as the roof rack on the car or truck can handle the weight of the tent. Check your vehicle's dynamic weight capacity and compare it to the weight of the tent (you do not have to worry about static weight capacity or your weight).
Can my car handle a roof top tent?
Whether your car can handle a roof top tent depends on your vehicle's roof rack weight capacity. Most 4-person roof top tents will be too heavy for most factory roof racks. Most factory roof racks have a dynamic weight capacity of 150-200 pounds, and several of these tents are closer to the higher end of that range. If your vehicle's dynamic weight capacity cannot handle the weight of the tent you want, you will have to get after-market cross bars, roof rack, or a bed rack.
How much does a 4-person roof top tent weigh?
The 4-person roof top tents in our review here range in weight from 146 pounds to 194 pounds. Soft shell tents are generally lighter than hard shell tents because they have a canvas cover instead of a plastic or aluminum cover, although that isn't always true with these tents.
Do these tents come with a ladder?
Yes, all of the roof top tents we carry come standard with a ladder. Almost all ladders are aluminum, retractable, and tall enough to accommodate any vehicle except the tallest vans.
What do I need to install a 4-person roof top tent on my car?
You will need a roof rack or bed rack that has crossbars (the ones that run from one side of the car to the other) and that can handle the weight of the tent. All other equipment, including universal mounting brackets, will come with the purchase of the roof top tent.
Is there a 5 person roof top tent?
Shucks, we never thought you'd ask! There are 5-person roof top tents. Several of the tents above have been used successfully as 5-person roof top tents, and we wrote a whole guide about the best 5-person roof top tents.
Do roof top tents get hot?
While roof top tents are built with insulating against the cold nights in mind, they have great ventilation, too. All of these tents have multiple doors and windows that can be opened up to allow fresh air in. They also have mesh screens on the windows so you can open them even if it is buggy out. And they have condensation vents.
Are rooftop tents safe?
Most people who have used roof top tents would argue that they are far safer to sleep in than ground tents. You are elevated off the ground, away from animals, critters, and bad weather, and you're warmer and more insulated than in a ground tent.
How big are 4-person roof top tents?
The ones in our review range in width from 68" to 77". For reference, a queen bed is 60", a California King is 72" and a full size king is 76".
Have Other Questions About 4-Person Roof Top Tents?
Overland Junction is here to help you locate the best 4-person roof top tent for your vehicle. If you have any questions or would want to learn more about any of our roof top tents before making a purchase, please browse our website, text or call us at 833-205-7703, or email us at [email protected].
