iKamper Skycamp 4.0 Trio
#7 in Hard shellFull review
For couples or a couple with a child who want more bed than the Duo with the same quick fold out setup. Budget extra for the mattress.
iKamper $4,500$4,500
The iKamper Skycamp 4.0 Trio rates 3.5 among hard shell tents; the Thule Approach 2 L rates 3.2 among soft shell ones. The Thule Approach 2 L costs $900.05 less ($3,599.95 vs $4,500).
Thule Approach 2 L
#14 in Soft shellFull review
A family sized soft shell from a big rack brand, with quick mounting and a low folded height. Check the roof and rack ratings, as it weighs 150 lb.
Amazon $3,599.95$3,599.95
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.
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 | iKamper Skycamp 4.0 Trio | Thule Approach 2 L |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 39 $116.40 per sq ft of bed ($4,500, 38.7 sq ft) | 28 $81.44 per sq ft of bed ($3,599.95, 44.2 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 74 132 lb for 38.7 sq ft of bed (3.4 lb per sq ft) | 74 150 lb for 44.2 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) | 32 2.4 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| iKamper Skycamp 4.0 Trio | Thule Approach 2 L | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 3 | 4 |
| Mattress | 67.4 x 82.6 in | 67 x 95 in |
| Bed area | 38.7 sq ft | 44.2 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | - | 2.4 in |
| Bedding stays inside | Yes | - |
| Built-in lights | Yes | - |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | BreathWeave 320 gsm poly-cotton blackout canvas (35% recycled poly, 65% cotton) | 100% recycled 600D polyester ripstop |
| Waterproof rating | 3,000 mm | - |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | Optional | - |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 132 lb | 150 lb |
| Closed size | 68.125 x 52.375 x 13.75 in | 49 x 72 x 11 in |
| Open size | - | 96 x 72 x 40 in |
| Closed height | 13.8 in | 11 in |
| Static load | 900 lb | 660 lb |
| Ladder | 88.5 in | 102.4 in |
| Setup time (maker) | 1 min | 3 min |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |
| Released | 2026-04 | - |