Freespirit Recreation Aspen Pro XL
#16 in Hard shellFull review
For couples with a full size SUV or truck who want a low, insulated clamshell with a roomy bed that opens in seconds.
Freespirit Recreation $3,095$3,095
The Freespirit Recreation Aspen Pro XL rates 3.3 among hard shell tents; the Yakima SkyRise SL rates 3.2 among soft shell ones. The Yakima SkyRise SL costs $596 less ($2,499 vs $3,095).
Yakima SkyRise SL
#17 in Soft shellFull review
For campers who want Yakima’s fold out soft shell in a lighter, cheaper build and mostly camp in fair weather.
Yakima $2,499$2,499
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (hard shell and soft shell), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Freespirit Recreation Aspen Pro XL | Yakima SkyRise SL |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 50 $99.43 per sq ft of bed ($3,095, 31.1 sq ft) | 39 $69.60 per sq ft of bed ($2,499, 35.9 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 30 154 lb for 31.1 sq ft of bed (4.9 lb per sq ft) | 75 121 lb for 35.9 sq ft of bed (3.4 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 100 3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season | 62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 50 mattress and extras not published (neutral score used) | 35 2.5 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Freespirit Recreation Aspen Pro XL | Yakima SkyRise SL | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Clamshell | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 3 | - |
| Mattress | 55 x 81.5 in | 55 x 94 in |
| Bed area | 31.1 sq ft | 35.9 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | - | 2.5 in |
| Bedding stays inside | Yes | - |
| Built-in lights | Yes | - |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | Tri-Layer (poly-cotton fill between two layers of 210D ripstop) | 210D ripstop polyester |
| Waterproof rating | 3,000 mm | - |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | None offered | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 154 lb | 121 lb |
| Closed size | 86.5 x 59.5 x 7.375 in | 58 x 48 x 16.5 in |
| Closed height | 7.4 in | 16.5 in |
| Static load | 750 lb | - |
| Ladder | 90 in | - |
| Setup time (maker) | 0.5 min | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | - | 2025-02 |