OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended
#2 in Soft shellFull review
A well built, mid priced two person soft shell with a long warranty and a covered entry. Check the roof and rack ratings, as it weighs about 150 lb.
Amazon $1,599.99$1,599.99
The OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended is the better tent overall, rated 3.9 to 3.5. The OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended leads on warranty and comfort. The ARB Flinders wins on weight. The OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended costs $89.01 less ($1,599.99 vs $1,689).
ARB Flinders
#6 in Soft shellFull review
A roomy, low profile two person soft shell from a big off road brand, for couples who want a large bed without a tall roof box. Supply in the US is now patchy.
Amazon $1,689$1,689
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 OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended for warranty (4-year warranty vs 3-year warranty) and comfort (3 in mattress, no anti-condensation mat, skylight vs 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated, skylight).
- Choose the ARB Flinders for weight (119 lb for 36.2 sq ft of bed (3.3 lb per sq ft) vs 150 lb for 35.9 sq ft of bed (4.2 lb per sq ft)).
Scores side by side
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 | OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended | ARB Flinders |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 71 $44.56 per sq ft of bed ($1,599.99, 35.9 sq ft) | 68 $46.71 per sq ft of bed ($1,689, 36.2 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 52 150 lb for 35.9 sq ft of bed (4.2 lb per sq ft) | 77 119 lb for 36.2 sq ft of bed (3.3 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 100 3,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season | 50 waterproof rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Comfort 15% | 45 3 in mattress, no anti-condensation mat, skylight | 28 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated, skylight |
| Warranty 15% | 75 4-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended | ARB Flinders | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Soft shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Mattress | 55 x 94 in | 55.1 x 94.5 in |
| Bed area | 35.9 sq ft | 36.2 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 3 in | 2 in |
| Anti-condensation mat | No | - |
| Skylights | 1 | 1 |
| Built-in lights | Yes | Yes |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 280 g rip stop poly cotton oxford; 420D polyester oxford rainfly | PU coated poly cotton canvas |
| Waterproof rating | 3,500 mm | - |
| Season rating | 4 season | - |
| Annex | Optional | - |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 150 lb | 119 lb |
| Closed size | 54 x 47 x 14 in | 55 x 47 x 8 in |
| Open size | - | 55 x 94 x 55 in |
| Closed height | 14 in | 8 in |
| Warranty | 4 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2022-06 |