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Rooftop tent for small cars

For this list, we picked products based on actual customer reviews and ratings across various sites offering a wide range of rooftop tents. For every category, we carefully chose parameters based on our research and determined products with the highest review score within parameters.

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We picked the Darche Panorama 1400 as the best overall rooftop tent available online. It has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Tentworld.

This rooftop tent has a 340gsm polycotton ripstop canvas and zip-off bucket floor made of 55gsm PVC. It features a 600gsm PVC tonneau cover designed to withstand extreme conditions. You'll also get 2 windows on each side for ventilation, plus a panoramic fly-proof mesh sunroof at the main entrance for humid destinations.

Measuring 2,400x1,400x1,2500mm, the Darche Panorama 1400 offers plenty of room for up to 3 people. The annex measures 2,500x2,000mm, offering extra shelter and storage for long camping trips. It also has a sky-view roof, aluminium base plates and a 50mm thick mattress. While the tent is on the pricier side, most customers said its durability and roomy design are worth every penny.

For 2 people, we recommend Front Runner's Adventure Comfort rooftop tent as the best option. It has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars on Amazon.

The Adventure Comfort features a low profile at just 216mm when packed down, excluding its ladder. When unfolded, it measures 1.3x2.4m and can fit 2 people with plenty of room to spare. The tent body is made of 260g water-repellent polycotton ripstop fabric. It also has a full-cover rainfly that the brand claims to be waterproof and UV-resistant. It also has an aluminium frame, sheeting and dense foam core for foundational stability. It comes with a 600mm-thick foam mattress as well.

Customers gave positive feedback on the product's durability, value for money and lightweight design. Weighing only 43kg, the tent is more compact than other models in the market. It has heaps of features at an affordable price too, including skylight windows for ventilation, side window panels for privacy and hanging pockets for storage. The sliding ladder is made of high-quality aluminium material as well.

However, it doesn't have an annex. Several customers also said setting up is quite difficult and takes over 30 minutes to complete.

With a rating of 5 out of 5 stars on Snowys, we selected the 23Zero Dakota 2200 rooftop tent with light suppression technology (LST) as the best rooftop tent for 4 people.

The brand's LST and the Dakota 2200 tent's dark inner coating keeps sunlight and heat away through sunny mornings. It also helps keep the temperature cooler on warm days.

The tent body is constructed from a 280gsm polycotton tear check canvas and has a fine PVC-coated insect mesh for ventilation and protection. For foundational stability, it has a 25mm alloy sheath-covered aluminium frame that pivots on a stainless-steel yoke. It features 2 ladders and 2 doors for accessibility as well.

Numerous buyers were impressed by the tent's durability, performance and easy set-up. Despite being a bit bulkier than other models, it fits most roof racks, measuring 305x223x130 cm. It has a sky roof and 180° windows for stargazing and ventilation. Most users found its 65mm-thick cell mattress with a polycotton cover soft and comfy too.

For families, our team chose Darche's Hi-View 2200 rooftop tent as the best option. It has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Tentworld.

The largest in the Hi-View range, this rooftop tent is built to withstand tough Australian conditions. Its tent body is made of 260gsm ripstop polycotton and has a PU 150mm water rating to keep you dry during heavy downpours. It also includes a family-sized 2400x2200mm high-density mattress with a removable cover and a water-resistant base. Its baseboard features heavy-duty compressed aluminium for stability and durability as well.

At over $3,000, this rooftop tent is an expensive yet worthwhile investment for the outdoors as it offers plenty of room. It is gas strut-assisted, which makes setting up and packing a lot simpler. It is also easy to access, thanks to its twin ladder set-up and dual entry port. Buyers added that it is well-ventilated, keeping them cool and dry during humid nights. But it's also thick enough to prevent water from leaking on rainy days.

The iKamper SkyCamp 2X is our pick for the best hard shell rooftop tent available right now in Australia. Various reviews across several sites praised this rooftop tent for being a solid option for 2 people. It boasts a 1-minute set-up and only weighs 55kg, making it a more lightweight choice compared to other models in the market.

The tent has an outer shell with 2 layers and is made from fibre-reinforced plastic. It also has a durable canvas made of 300gsm polycotton. It offers easy access and superb ventilation with its mesh windows and doors on 3 sides. The interior measures 2,180x1,380x1,100mm and comes with a 5cm-thick mattress.

This rooftop tent is popular among couples, with a skylight that offers a unique stargazing experience while allowing for air circulation. It also includes a lock for the outer case to prevent theft.

For the best cheap rooftop tent, we recommend the Adventure Kings 4WD Weekender rooftop tent. On 4WD Supacentre, it has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

The Weekender tent features a 320gsm polycotton ripstop for durability and strength to withstand heavy weather conditions. All 4 sides can open for maximised airflow, making the tent a suitable option even for humid destinations. The doors and windows also have sandfly and midge-proof, tear-resistant mesh. Ideal for 2 people, the interior measures 2,400x1,2500mm when set up. It has a height of 280mm and comes with a folding aluminium ladder as well.

Before enjoying a night outdoors, it is necessary to install this tent before use by fitting it to your existing roof rack with the supplied parts. Customers said setting up as a solo camper is quite tricky but doable. The interior is pretty spacious, fitting 2 people with plenty of room to spare. The 75mm foam mattress is also comfortable and breathable according to users.

While others found the materials not as durable as more expensive options, this product is a great entry-level choice if you're on a budget.

Adventure Kings' Grand Tourer MKII Aluminium rooftop tent is our best pick for small cars. It has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars on 4WD Supacentre.

The Grand Tourer MKII measures 2,285x1,400mm when closed and has a folding design for easy packing. It features a 320gsm ripstop canvas tent body and a 75mm-thick mattress with a removable cover for easier cleaning. It also has a telescoping ladder that can extend up to 2.4m, which is suitable for any standard car or a lifted 4WD. Its low-profile design reduces wind drag when you're on the road.

Featuring an aluminium outer shell, the Grand Tourer MKII is a durable option for up to 2 people. The brand claims its 5052-grade aluminium allows for minimised weight and increases strength and corrosion resistance. The tent body is also waterproof and has zippered fly screen mesh on 3 sides for ventilation and insect protection. The canvas door is also designed to zip from the top down for ease of access as well.

But because all of its fittings are made of stainless steel, this rooftop tent is quite heavy. Several users also found its 75mm-thick foam mattress a bit uncomfortable, but this seems to be a minor issue.

We picked the ARB Simpson III for the best rooftop tent with an annex. It has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars on 4WD Supacentre.

Designed for Australian conditions, the ARB Simpson III has a 300gsm polycotton ripstop canvas tent body for protection against the elements. It also has a polyurethane coating and welded seam tape to keep water away. It still offers loads of ventilation for hot weather with mozzie and midge-proof flyscreen mesh windows. It also has Velcro tabs to keep dust and water from leaking through the zip lining. It comes with a 75mm-thick foam mattress and an adjustable ladder as well.

This rooftop tent measures 2,400x1,400x1,300mm when set up, offering plenty of room for 2 people. Its annex gives an additional space of 2,500x2,000mm for both sleeping and storage. This can also be used to directly access your vehicle, which is helpful for securing valuables. When folded down, it has a height of 380mm.

Some customers said the initial set-up is quite tricky, especially for solo campers.

For this list, we carefully picked products with the highest customer ratings across different sites offering a wide range of rooftop tents. We ended up with a total of 76 rooftop tents for comparison.

We then researched each product and its features. We also considered ratings and customer reviews on different sites with a wide selection of rooftop tents (as of October 2021). We came up with what we believe are the 8 best rooftop tents available online.

Ericka Pingol is a writer for Finder specialising in reviews. She has previously written articles about property investment, finances, and health. She’s a huge fan of Tina Fey, bubble teas and dogs. Ericka has a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of the East, Manila and is currently writing her thesis for a Master’s degree in Communication

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