ARB Esperance V2
#8 in Hard shellFull review
A compact, quick opening hard shell for couples who move camp often and want power and lights built in. Tall sleepers will find the bed short.
ARB $2,599.95$2,599.95
The ARB Esperance V2 is the better tent overall, rated 3.5 to 3.1. The ARB Esperance V2 leads on value, warranty and weight. The Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO XL Air wins on weather and comfort. The ARB Esperance V2 costs $1,495.05 less ($2,599.95 vs $4,095).
Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO XL Air
#14 in Hard shellFull review
For couples or a small family with a mid or full size vehicle who want a low clamshell with a roomier bed than the regular Falcon.
Amazon $4,095$4,095
Prices 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the ARB Esperance V2 for value ($84.93 per sq ft of bed ($2,599.95, 30.6 sq ft) vs $121.71 per sq ft of bed ($4,095, 33.6 sq ft)), warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty) and weight (130 lb for 30.6 sq ft of bed (4.2 lb per sq ft) vs 160 lb for 33.6 sq ft of bed (4.8 lb per sq ft)).
- Choose the Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO XL Air for weather (3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season vs 3,000 mm waterproof rating) and comfort (2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat vs 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every hard shell tent; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | ARB Esperance V2 | Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO XL Air |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 62 $84.93 per sq ft of bed ($2,599.95, 30.6 sq ft) | 36 $121.71 per sq ft of bed ($4,095, 33.6 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 50 130 lb for 30.6 sq ft of bed (4.2 lb per sq ft) | 36 160 lb for 33.6 sq ft of bed (4.8 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 88 3,000 mm waterproof rating | 100 3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 20 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated | 32 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| ARB Esperance V2 | Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO XL Air | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Sleeps | 2 | 3 |
| Mattress | 56.3 x 78.3 in | 57 x 85 in |
| Bed area | 30.6 sq ft | 33.6 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2 in | 2 in |
| Anti-condensation mat | - | Yes |
| Bedding stays inside | - | Yes |
| Built-in lights | Yes | Yes |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 200 gsm poly cotton canvas (fire retardant), 210D silver coated oxford rain fly | 280 gsm poly-cotton canvas with blackout coating |
| Waterproof rating | 3,000 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Season rating | - | 4 season |
| Annex | Optional | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 130 lb | 160 lb |
| Closed size | 60 x 49 x 13.5 in | 88 x 60 x 8 in |
| Closed height | 13.5 in | 8 in |
| Ladder | - | 90 in |
| Setup time (maker) | - | 1 min |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2025-05 | - |