Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge
#1 in Hard shellFull review
For budget buyers who want more headroom than a wedge tent and a gear rack on top, at a fraction of name brand prices.
Amazon $1,699$1,699
The Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge is the better tent overall, rated 3.9 to 2.8. The Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge leads on value. The Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge costs $1,100 less ($1,699 vs $2,799).
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 Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge for value ($54.31 per sq ft of bed ($1,699, 31.3 sq ft) vs $92.74 per sq ft of bed ($2,799, 30.2 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 | Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge | CVT Mt. Hood Medium |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 94 $54.31 per sq ft of bed ($1,699, 31.3 sq ft) | 55 $92.74 per sq ft of bed ($2,799, 30.2 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 0 254.7 lb for 30.2 sq ft of bed (8.4 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 88 3,000 mm waterproof rating | 50 waterproof rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Comfort 15% | 32 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat | 50 mattress and extras not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge | CVT Mt. Hood Medium | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Pops straight up | Clamshell |
| Sleeps | 3 | 2 |
| Mattress | 53 x 85 in | 53 x 82 in |
| Bed area | 31.3 sq ft | 30.2 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2 in | - |
| Anti-condensation mat | Yes | - |
| Built-in lights | Yes | Yes |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 300 g flame retardant T/C ripstop canvas | 280 gsm polyester blackout canvas |
| Waterproof rating | 3,000 mm | - |
| Annex | - | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | - | 254.7 lb |
| Closed size | - | 88.19 x 60.63 x 10.24 in |
| Closed height | - | 10.2 in |
| Dynamic load needed | 165 lb | - |
| Ladder | 91.2 in | - |
| Setup time (maker) | 1 min | 4 min |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |
| Released | - | 2025 |