The 23Zero Walkabout 87 2.0 is the better tent overall, rated 3.5 to 3.3. The 23Zero Walkabout 87 2.0 leads on weight. The CVT Pioneer Mt. Denali costs $96 less ($2,899 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 $2,995CVT’s biggest soft shell, sleeping four on an 86 x 94 in floor, for families who camp off a truck or trailer rack. At 262 lb it needs a heavy duty rack and a vehicle rated for the load.
CVT $2,899Prices 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 | CVT Pioneer Mt. Denali |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 61 $51.64 per sq ft of bed ($2,995, 58 sq ft) | 61 $51.64 per sq ft of bed ($2,899, 56.1 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 74 198 lb for 58 sq ft of bed (3.4 lb per sq ft) | 38 262 lb for 56.1 sq ft of bed (4.7 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) | 57 3 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated, 2 skylights |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
| 23Zero Walkabout 87 2.0 | CVT Pioneer Mt. Denali | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Soft shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 6 | 4 |
| Mattress | 87 x 96 in | 86 x 94 in |
| Bed area | 58 sq ft | 56.1 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | - | 3 in |
| Skylights | - | 2 |
| Built-in lights | No | No |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | ECO13B recycled fabric with Light Suppression Technology | 320G ripstop canvas |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | Optional | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 198 lb | 262 lb |
| Closed size | 88 x 48 x 14 in | - |
| Open size | 122 x 88 x 52 in | 125 x 87 x 49 in |
| Closed height | 14 in | - |
| Setup time (maker) | - | 8 min |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | - | 2025-04 |
