The 23Zero Walkabout 87 2.0 is the better tent overall, rated 3.5 to 3.1. The 23Zero Walkabout 87 2.0 leads on warranty, value and weight. The 23Zero Walkabout 87 2.0 costs $30 less ($2,995 vs $3,025).
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 $2,995One of the biggest soft shells sold, for families of four or five with a full size truck or SUV on a heavy duty rack. The included annex adds a second room.
Amazon $3,025Prices 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 | Tuff Stuff Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 61 $51.64 per sq ft of bed ($2,995, 58 sq ft) | 51 $58.93 per sq ft of bed ($3,025, 51.3 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 74 198 lb for 58 sq ft of bed (3.4 lb per sq ft) | 63 194 lb for 51.3 sq ft of bed (3.8 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) | 42 2.8 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| 23Zero Walkabout 87 2.0 | Tuff Stuff Elite | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Soft shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 6 | 5 |
| Mattress | 87 x 96 in | 77 x 96 in |
| Bed area | 58 sq ft | 51.3 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | - | 2.8 in |
| Built-in lights | No | - |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | ECO13B recycled fabric with Light Suppression Technology | 280 g cotton/poly rip stop; 420D oxford PU coated rainfly |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | Optional | Included |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 198 lb | 194 lb |
| Closed size | 88 x 48 x 14 in | 79 x 48 x 16 in |
| Open size | 122 x 88 x 52 in | 79 x 96 x 52 in |
| Closed height | 14 in | 16 in |
| Static load | - | 800 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
