The 23Zero Walkabout 87 2.0 and the 23Zero Walkabout 72 2.0 are evenly matched, rated 3.5 and 3.4. The 23Zero Walkabout 72 2.0 costs $300 less ($2,695 vs $2,995).
One of the biggest soft shell tents sold, for large families who want everyone sleeping off the ground in one tent. It needs a truck, trailer or full size SUV rack rated for the load.
23Zero $2,995A four person soft shell with a California king bed, for families who want one tent on the roof for everyone. Expensive next to rivals of the same size.
23Zero $2,695Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every soft shell tent; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | 23Zero Walkabout 87 2.0 | 23Zero Walkabout 72 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 61 $51.64 per sq ft of bed ($2,995, 58 sq ft) | 55 $56.15 per sq ft of bed ($2,695, 48 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 74 198 lb for 58 sq ft of bed (3.4 lb per sq ft) | 73 165 lb for 48 sq ft of bed (3.4 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season | 62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 50 mattress and extras not published (neutral score used) | 50 3 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
| 23Zero Walkabout 87 2.0 | 23Zero Walkabout 72 2.0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Soft shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 6 | 4 |
| Mattress | 87 x 96 in | 72 x 96 in |
| Bed area | 58 sq ft | 48 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | - | 3 in |
| Built-in lights | No | No |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | ECO13B recycled fabric with Light Suppression Technology | ECO13B recycled fabric with Light Suppression Technology |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | Optional | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 198 lb | 165 lb |
| Closed size | 88 x 48 x 14 in | 73 x 48 x 14 in |
| Open size | 122 x 88 x 52 in | 122 x 73 x 52 in |
| Closed height | 14 in | 14 in |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
