CVT Pioneer Mt. Bachelor vs Thule Approach 2 S

The CVT Pioneer Mt. Bachelor is the better tent overall, rated 3.2 to 2.8. The CVT Pioneer Mt. Bachelor leads on value and comfort. The Thule Approach 2 S wins on weight. The CVT Pioneer Mt. Bachelor costs $800.95 less ($1,699 vs $2,499.95).

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 CVT Pioneer Mt. Bachelor for value ($55.08 per sq ft of bed ($1,699, 30.8 sq ft) vs $102.10 per sq ft of bed ($2,499.95, 24.5 sq ft)) and comfort (3 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated, 2 skylights vs 2.4 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated).
• Choose the Thule Approach 2 S for weight (110 lb for 24.5 sq ft of bed (4.5 lb per sq ft) vs 152 lb for 30.8 sq ft of bed (4.9 lb per sq ft)).

Scores side by side

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Specifications

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