iKamper BDV Duo
#19 in Hard shellFull review
For one or two people who want a very low wedge that carries gear on top and opens in seconds, and have a rack rated for its weight.
iKamper $2,995$2,995
The iKamper BDV Duo is the better tent overall, rated 2.9 to 2.8. The iKamper BDV Duo leads on weight. The CVT Mt. Hood Medium costs $196 less ($2,799 vs $2,995).
CVT Mt. Hood Medium
#21 in Hard shellFull review
The middle size of CVT’s aluminum clamshell, for couples who want more width than the Small. Its weight limits it to stout racks and trucks.
CVT $2,799$2,799
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 iKamper BDV Duo for weight (175 lb for 31.3 sq ft of bed (5.6 lb per sq ft) vs 254.7 lb for 30.2 sq ft of bed (8.4 lb per sq ft)).
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 | iKamper BDV Duo | CVT Mt. Hood Medium |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 53 $95.81 per sq ft of bed ($2,995, 31.3 sq ft) | 55 $92.74 per sq ft of bed ($2,799, 30.2 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 11 175 lb for 31.3 sq ft of bed (5.6 lb per sq ft) | 0 254.7 lb for 30.2 sq ft of bed (8.4 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season | 50 waterproof rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Comfort 15% | 42 2.8 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated | 50 mattress and extras not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| iKamper BDV Duo | CVT Mt. Hood Medium | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Mattress | 53.8 x 83.8 in | 53 x 82 in |
| Bed area | 31.3 sq ft | 30.2 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2.8 in | - |
| Built-in lights | - | Yes |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 300 gsm poly-cotton blackout canvas | 280 gsm polyester blackout canvas |
| Season rating | 4 season | - |
| Annex | Optional | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 175 lb | 254.7 lb |
| Closed size | 90 x 56 x 6.75 in | 88.19 x 60.63 x 10.24 in |
| Closed height | 6.8 in | 10.2 in |
| Static load | 600 lb | - |
| Setup time (maker) | 0.5 min | 4 min |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | - | 2025 |