Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell
#4 in Hard shellFull review
For budget minded families who want a large hard shell with a long warranty, if they can live without published interior dimensions.
Amazon $1,501.85 Smittybilt $1,347.99$1,347.99
The Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell is the better tent overall, rated 3.6 to 3.5. The Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell leads on warranty. The Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell costs $1,251.96 less ($1,347.99 vs $2,599.95).
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
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 Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell for warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty).
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 | Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell | ARB Esperance V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 50 mattress size not published (neutral score used) | 62 $84.93 per sq ft of bed ($2,599.95, 30.6 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 50 mattress size not published (neutral score used) | 50 130 lb for 30.6 sq ft of bed (4.2 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 88 3,000 mm waterproof rating | 88 3,000 mm waterproof rating |
| Comfort 15% | 20 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated | 20 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell | ARB Esperance V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Sleeps | 5 | 2 |
| Mattress | - | 56.3 x 78.3 in |
| Bed area | - | 30.6 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2 in | 2 in |
| Built-in lights | No | Yes |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | - | 200 gsm poly cotton canvas (fire retardant), 210D silver coated oxford rain fly |
| Waterproof rating | 3,000 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Annex | - | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 175 lb | 130 lb |
| Closed size | - | 60 x 49 x 13.5 in |
| Closed height | - | 13.5 in |
| Static load | 771 lb | - |
| Ladder | 92.5 in | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2024-09 | 2025-05 |