Naturnest Polaris Plus
#15 in Hard shellFull review
For couples who want an aluminum wedge hard shell that opens in seconds, at a budget price.
Amazon $1,399$1,399
The Naturnest Polaris Plus is the better tent overall, rated 3.4 to 3.2. The Naturnest Polaris Plus leads on value. The Freespirit Recreation Aspen Pro wins on weight and warranty. The Naturnest Polaris Plus costs $1,496 less ($1,399 vs $2,895).
Freespirit Recreation Aspen Pro
#19 in Hard shellFull review
For one person or a couple with a mid size SUV or truck who want a low, insulated clamshell that opens in seconds.
Freespirit Recreation $2,895$2,895
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 Naturnest Polaris Plus for value ($54.23 per sq ft of bed ($1,399, 25.8 sq ft) vs $112.42 per sq ft of bed ($2,895, 25.8 sq ft)).
- Choose the Freespirit Recreation Aspen Pro for weight (134 lb for 25.8 sq ft of bed (5.2 lb per sq ft) vs 165.7 lb for 25.8 sq ft of bed (6.4 lb per sq ft)) and warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
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 | Naturnest Polaris Plus | Freespirit Recreation Aspen Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 94 $54.23 per sq ft of bed ($1,399, 25.8 sq ft) | 42 $112.42 per sq ft of bed ($2,895, 25.8 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 0 165.7 lb for 25.8 sq ft of bed (6.4 lb per sq ft) | 23 134 lb for 25.8 sq ft of bed (5.2 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 100 5,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season | 100 3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 32 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat | 50 mattress and extras not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Naturnest Polaris Plus | Freespirit Recreation Aspen Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Mattress | 47.2 x 78.7 in | 45.5 x 81.5 in |
| Bed area | 25.8 sq ft | 25.8 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2 in | - |
| Anti-condensation mat | Yes | - |
| Bedding stays inside | - | Yes |
| Built-in lights | Yes | - |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 420D Oxford outer, 310 g polyester inner | Tri-Layer (poly-cotton fill between two layers of 210D ripstop) |
| Waterproof rating | 5,000 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | - | None offered |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 165.7 lb | 134 lb |
| Closed size | 82.7 x 51.2 x 7.1 in | 86.5 x 51.25 x 7.375 in |
| Open size | 82.7 x 51.2 x 59.1 in | - |
| Closed height | 7.1 in | 7.4 in |
| Static load | - | 750 lb |
| Ladder | 90.6 in | 90 in |
| Setup time (maker) | 1 min | 0.5 min |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |