Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Air
#18 in Hard shellFull review
For couples who want a low, quiet clamshell that opens in a minute with bedding already inside, and value aerodynamics over bed width.
Amazon $3,795$3,795
The Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Air is the better tent overall, rated 2.9 to 2.8. The Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Air leads on weight. The CVT Mt. Hood Small wins on value. The CVT Mt. Hood Small costs $1,196 less ($2,599 vs $3,795).
CVT Mt. Hood Small
#22 in Hard shellFull review
A quick opening aluminum clamshell for a solo camper or a couple who wants a hard shell that rides low and keeps gear inside. It is very heavy, so check the roof load first.
CVT $2,599$2,599
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 Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Air for weight (130 lb for 26.1 sq ft of bed (5 lb per sq ft) vs 241.4 lb for 27.3 sq ft of bed (8.8 lb per sq ft)).
- Choose the CVT Mt. Hood Small for value ($95.09 per sq ft of bed ($2,599, 27.3 sq ft) vs $145.34 per sq ft of bed ($3,795, 26.1 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 | Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Air | CVT Mt. Hood Small |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 23 $145.34 per sq ft of bed ($3,795, 26.1 sq ft) | 54 $95.09 per sq ft of bed ($2,599, 27.3 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 29 130 lb for 26.1 sq ft of bed (5 lb per sq ft) | 0 241.4 lb for 27.3 sq ft of bed (8.8 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 100 3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season | 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% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Air | CVT Mt. Hood Small | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Mattress | 47 x 80 in | 48 x 82 in |
| Bed area | 26.1 sq ft | 27.3 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2 in | - |
| Anti-condensation mat | Yes | - |
| Bedding stays inside | Yes | - |
| Built-in lights | Yes | Yes |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 280 gsm poly-cotton canvas with blackout coating | 280 gsm polyester blackout canvas |
| Waterproof rating | 3,000 mm | - |
| Season rating | 4 season | - |
| Annex | Optional | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 130 lb | 241.4 lb |
| Closed size | 83 x 50 x 8 in | 88.19 x 54.72 x 10.24 in |
| Closed height | 8 in | 10.2 in |
| Ladder | 90 in | - |
| Setup time (maker) | 1 min | 4 min |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | - | 2025 |