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 2.8. The iKamper Skycamp DLX Mini leads on weight and weather. The Thule Basin wins on value. The Thule Basin costs $515.90 less ($3,154.10 vs $3,670).
Thule Basin
#23 in Hard shellFull review
For couples who want one roof box that is both a cargo carrier and a quick pop up tent. Others get more bed and weather protection for the money.
Amazon $3,154.10$3,154.10
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 176 lb for 28.7 sq ft of bed (6.1 lb per sq ft)) and weather (3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season vs 1,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season).
- Choose the Thule Basin for value ($109.95 per sq ft of bed ($3,154.10, 28.7 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 | Thule Basin |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 34 $124.61 per sq ft of bed ($3,670, 29.5 sq ft) | 43 $109.95 per sq ft of bed ($3,154.10, 28.7 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 65 110 lb for 29.5 sq ft of bed (3.7 lb per sq ft) | 0 176 lb for 28.7 sq ft of bed (6.1 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 100 3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season | 44 1,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 80 4 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated | 50 mattress and extras not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| iKamper Skycamp DLX Mini | Thule Basin | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Pops straight up |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Mattress | 51.2 x 82.8 in | 51 x 81 in |
| Bed area | 29.5 sq ft | 28.7 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 4 in | - |
| Bedding stays inside | Yes | - |
| Built-in lights | Yes | - |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 300 gsm poly-cotton blackout canvas | 260 g cotton and polyester, coated |
| Waterproof rating | 3,000 mm | 1,500 mm |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | Optional | - |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 110 lb | 176 lb |
| Closed size | 57.5 x 54.75 x 13.5 in | 84 x 55 x 12.75 in |
| Open size | - | 84 x 55 x 42.75 in |
| Closed height | 13.5 in | 12.8 in |
| Static load | 900 lb | 660 lb |
| Dynamic load needed | 165 lb | - |
| Setup time (maker) | 1 min | 1 min |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |