For each tent we tested, our first step was to evaluate the overall quality and construction while also taking note of its weight and how cumbersome it was to carry. Then, we took it to our local beach for at least three hours of testing in real-life conditions. We assessed how easy the tent was to transport and assemble, how well it stayed in place and coped with the wind, the amount of sun protection and air flow it provided, whether it had any additional features, and how easy it was to disassemble. Each tent was then scored on a scale of one to five for portability, ease of use, performance, durability, and value. Overall scores were used to determine our category winners. Sea to Summit calls it a three-season tent, and we'd have to agree as the tent has a ton of ventilation but can also stay warm with the rainfly, especially on sunnier days, thanks to its dark color. The Telos series was launched in March 2021 and was Sea to Summit's first tent line. The goal? Boosting space while minimizing weight. To do this, Sea to Summit created a proprietary pole system that angles up instead of the typical down-curved poles. Our testers appreciated the high and roomy ceiling and the amount of freestanding space that comes without staking. With over twenty years of experience in the design and manufacture of heavy duty, temporary structures, Gala Tent has built a reputation as a supplier of the highest quality products that have been adopted by thousands of people for many different purposes.

To find the beach tent that will meet your specific requirements, scroll through our extensive buying guide. It will help you decide what features are essential for a sun shelter, and, perhaps, even shift your priorities in favor of one or the other characteristic. Material When your camping duo is a camping trio with a dog or small child, we recommend the Eureka! El Capitan 2+ tent for its spaciousness and durability. Our testers loved how spacious it was inside and the outside-the-tent area with large vestibules that provided much more gear storage compared to other tents we tested. From the inside, a folding caravan it is difficult to distinguish from a conventional caravan and the full suite of facilities are often included, like refrigerator, hob, grill, heater, 12V lighting, mains electrics. Smaller folders tend not to have a separate toilet compartment, but there is usually a cupboard which can house a portable toilet if required. Disadvantages If you'd like a genuinely freestanding budget tent, we suggest the Stoic Driftwood 2 (more on that below).

You have probably seen people chasing after their beach tents and umbrellas when it gets windy. We don’t want you to be them.

Here’s one more insight: this might be self-explanatory, but smaller beach tents tend to be more lightweight and less sturdy than the larger ones. Choose accordingly. Stability When it comes to deciding between a cabin or dome tent, it all depends on what type of camping you're doing, according to Bova.

Choose yours in one of several colors and patterns, including the ombre-effect Blue Tides and the subtle Beachside Palms.