ARB Flinders
#7 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
The ARB Flinders is the better tent overall, rated 3.5 to 3.2. The ARB Flinders leads on value and warranty. The ARB Flinders costs $810 less ($1,689 vs $2,499).
Yakima SkyRise SL
#17 in Soft shellFull review
For campers who want Yakima’s fold out soft shell in a lighter, cheaper build and mostly camp in fair weather.
Yakima $2,499$2,499
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 Flinders for value ($46.71 per sq ft of bed ($1,689, 36.2 sq ft) vs $69.60 per sq ft of bed ($2,499, 35.9 sq ft)) and warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
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 | ARB Flinders | Yakima SkyRise SL |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 68 $46.71 per sq ft of bed ($1,689, 36.2 sq ft) | 39 $69.60 per sq ft of bed ($2,499, 35.9 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 77 119 lb for 36.2 sq ft of bed (3.3 lb per sq ft) | 75 121 lb for 35.9 sq ft of bed (3.4 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 50 waterproof rating not published (neutral score used) | 62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 28 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated, skylight | 35 2.5 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| ARB Flinders | Yakima SkyRise SL | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Soft shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 2 | - |
| Mattress | 55.1 x 94.5 in | 55 x 94 in |
| Bed area | 36.2 sq ft | 35.9 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2 in | 2.5 in |
| Skylights | 1 | - |
| Built-in lights | Yes | - |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | PU coated poly cotton canvas | 210D ripstop polyester |
| Season rating | - | 4 season |
| Annex | - | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 119 lb | 121 lb |
| Closed size | 55 x 47 x 8 in | 58 x 48 x 16.5 in |
| Open size | 55 x 94 x 55 in | - |
| Closed height | 8 in | 16.5 in |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2022-06 | 2025-02 |