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Deciding between a hard-shell rooftop tent or a soft-top tarp rooftop tent can be tricky. To help you choose which one is best for your camping style , let’s look at the pros and cons of each option.
Hard Shell Roof Tents:
Benefits :
1. Durability: Hard shell tents offer increased robustness , suitable for extreme weather conditions: it can stay on your vehicle all year round thanks to the great protection offered by its hard shell , and it is at the same time super aerodynamic . They are also thinner which allows access to underground car parks more easily (about 5 cm less than the soft one ) which can make the difference.
2. Ease of Installation: They are often equipped with simple deployment mechanisms , allowing for faster assembly and disassembly .
3. Thermal Insulation: Hard shells provide superior insulation , ensuring optimal comfort in various weather conditions.
4. Space: the hard top tent when unfolded takes up about 1.3 parking spaces, the "wallet" opening is split into 2/3 which gives you more parking possibilities.
Disadvantages:
1. Cost: Hard shell rooftop tents are generally more expensive than soft shell tents.
2. Weight: They can be heavier , which can impact your vehicle's fuel consumption and make it difficult to load onto the roof bars on 4-5 person models .
3. Less Flexibility: They offer less flexibility in terms of storage when the tent is folded.
4. Storage: Our hard top tents allow at best to leave a duvet neatly folded, requiring the duvet and pillow to be stored in the vehicle during transport.
Soft Roof Tents:
Benefits :
1. Affordable Price: Soft tents are often more economical, ideal for adventurers on a budget .
2. Lightness: they are lighter , making them easier to install and reducing fuel consumption .
3. Versatility: They offer greater flexibility in terms of storage when the tent is folded.
4. Storage: Leaving an interior space of 7-9cm height when closed, you can easily leave the ears and the quilt for transport, convenient for large families .
5. Space: The soft roof tent when unfolded takes up about 2 parking spaces, because the "wallet" opening is split in half, which gives you more parking possibilities.
Disadvantages:
1. Less Durability: They can be less robust and weather resistant than hard shells , because they are less well protected over time, therefore less durable , at least the top cover .
2. Longer Installation: They sometimes require more time and effort to assemble and fold down .
3. Less Insulation: They generally offer less effective thermal insulation than hard shells .
4. Space: the soft roof tent when unfolded takes up about 2 parking spaces, because the "wallet" opening is split in half, which is also an advantage , because it shelters you better in rainy weather .
Ultimately, choosing between a hardshell rooftop tent and a softshell tent depends on your specific needs, budget, and camping style. No matter which one you choose, one thing is for sure: with a rooftop tent, you're ready to head out on your adventure in comfort.
