Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge
#1 in Hard shellFull review
For budget buyers who want more headroom than a wedge tent and a gear rack on top, at a fraction of name brand prices.
Amazon $1,699$1,699
The Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge is the better tent overall, rated 3.9 to 2.9. The Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge leads on value and weather. The iKamper BDV Duo wins on comfort. The Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge costs $1,296 less ($1,699 vs $2,995).
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 Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge for value ($54.31 per sq ft of bed ($1,699, 31.3 sq ft) vs $95.81 per sq ft of bed ($2,995, 31.3 sq ft)) and weather (3,000 mm waterproof rating vs waterproof rating not published, 4 season).
- Choose the iKamper BDV Duo for comfort (2.8 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated vs 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat).
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 | Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge | iKamper BDV Duo |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 94 $54.31 per sq ft of bed ($1,699, 31.3 sq ft) | 53 $95.81 per sq ft of bed ($2,995, 31.3 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 11 175 lb for 31.3 sq ft of bed (5.6 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 88 3,000 mm waterproof rating | 62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 32 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat | 42 2.8 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge | iKamper BDV Duo | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Pops straight up | Clamshell |
| Sleeps | 3 | 2 |
| Mattress | 53 x 85 in | 53.8 x 83.8 in |
| Bed area | 31.3 sq ft | 31.3 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2 in | 2.8 in |
| Anti-condensation mat | Yes | - |
| Built-in lights | Yes | - |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 300 g flame retardant T/C ripstop canvas | 300 gsm poly-cotton blackout canvas |
| Waterproof rating | 3,000 mm | - |
| Season rating | - | 4 season |
| Annex | - | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | - | 175 lb |
| Closed size | - | 90 x 56 x 6.75 in |
| Closed height | - | 6.8 in |
| Static load | - | 600 lb |
| Dynamic load needed | 165 lb | - |
| Ladder | 91.2 in | - |
| Setup time (maker) | 1 min | 0.5 min |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |