iKamper Skycamp DLX Mini
#5 in Hard shellFull review
For one or two people with a smaller vehicle who want a light fold out hard shell that comes ready to sleep in, with a thick mattress and lights.
iKamper $3,670$3,670
The iKamper Skycamp DLX Mini is the better tent overall, rated 3.6 to 2.9. The iKamper Skycamp DLX Mini leads on weight, weather and comfort. The iKamper BDV Duo wins on value. The iKamper BDV Duo costs $675 less ($2,995 vs $3,670).
iKamper BDV Duo
#19 in Hard shellFull review
For one or two people who want a very low wedge that carries gear on top and opens in seconds, and have a rack rated for its weight.
iKamper $2,995$2,995
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 iKamper Skycamp DLX Mini for weight (110 lb for 29.5 sq ft of bed (3.7 lb per sq ft) vs 175 lb for 31.3 sq ft of bed (5.6 lb per sq ft)), weather (3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season vs waterproof rating not published, 4 season) and comfort (4 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated vs 2.8 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated).
- Choose the iKamper BDV Duo for value ($95.81 per sq ft of bed ($2,995, 31.3 sq ft) vs $124.61 per sq ft of bed ($3,670, 29.5 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 | iKamper Skycamp DLX Mini | iKamper BDV Duo |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 34 $124.61 per sq ft of bed ($3,670, 29.5 sq ft) | 53 $95.81 per sq ft of bed ($2,995, 31.3 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 65 110 lb for 29.5 sq ft of bed (3.7 lb per sq ft) | 11 175 lb for 31.3 sq ft of bed (5.6 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 100 3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season | 62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 80 4 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated | 42 2.8 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| iKamper Skycamp DLX Mini | iKamper BDV Duo | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Clamshell |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Mattress | 51.2 x 82.8 in | 53.8 x 83.8 in |
| Bed area | 29.5 sq ft | 31.3 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 4 in | 2.8 in |
| Bedding stays inside | Yes | - |
| Built-in lights | Yes | - |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 300 gsm poly-cotton blackout canvas | 300 gsm poly-cotton blackout canvas |
| Waterproof rating | 3,000 mm | - |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | Optional | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 110 lb | 175 lb |
| Closed size | 57.5 x 54.75 x 13.5 in | 90 x 56 x 6.75 in |
| Closed height | 13.5 in | 6.8 in |
| Static load | 900 lb | 600 lb |
| Dynamic load needed | 165 lb | - |
| Setup time (maker) | 1 min | 0.5 min |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |