Naturnest Polaris Plus
#15 in Hard shellFull review
For couples who want an aluminum wedge hard shell that opens in seconds, at a budget price.
Amazon $1,399$1,399
The Naturnest Polaris Plus is the better tent overall, rated 3.4 to 3.2. The Naturnest Polaris Plus leads on weather and value. The Naturnest Polaris Aero wins on weight. The Naturnest Polaris Plus costs $300 less ($1,399 vs $1,699).
Naturnest Polaris Aero
#18 in Hard shellFull review
For couples with smaller vehicles who want the slimmest, lightest hard shell they can get for under $1,700.
Amazon $1,699$1,699
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 Naturnest Polaris Plus for weather (5,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season vs waterproof rating not published, 4 season) and value ($54.23 per sq ft of bed ($1,399, 25.8 sq ft) vs $65.86 per sq ft of bed ($1,699, 25.8 sq ft)).
- Choose the Naturnest Polaris Aero for weight (120.6 lb for 25.8 sq ft of bed (4.7 lb per sq ft) vs 165.7 lb for 25.8 sq ft of bed (6.4 lb per 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 | Naturnest Polaris Plus | Naturnest Polaris Aero |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 94 $54.23 per sq ft of bed ($1,399, 25.8 sq ft) | 80 $65.86 per sq ft of bed ($1,699, 25.8 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 0 165.7 lb for 25.8 sq ft of bed (6.4 lb per sq ft) | 38 120.6 lb for 25.8 sq ft of bed (4.7 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 100 5,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season | 62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 32 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat | 32 2.4 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Naturnest Polaris Plus | Naturnest Polaris Aero | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Mattress | 47.2 x 78.7 in | 47.2 x 78.7 in |
| Bed area | 25.8 sq ft | 25.8 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2 in | 2.4 in |
| Anti-condensation mat | Yes | - |
| Built-in lights | Yes | Yes |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 420D Oxford outer, 310 g polyester inner | 900D Oxford with PU coating |
| Waterproof rating | 5,000 mm | - |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 165.7 lb | 120.6 lb |
| Closed size | 82.7 x 51.2 x 7.1 in | 82.7 x 51.2 x 4.3 in |
| Open size | 82.7 x 51.2 x 59.1 in | 82.7 x 51.2 x 63.4 in |
| Closed height | 7.1 in | 4.3 in |
| Ladder | 90.6 in | - |
| Setup time (maker) | 1 min | 1 min |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |