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 2.9. The Naturnest Polaris Plus leads on value. The Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Air wins on weight and warranty. The Naturnest Polaris Plus costs $2,396 less ($1,399 vs $3,795).
Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Air
#24 in Hard shellFull review
For couples who want a low, quiet clamshell that opens in a minute with bedding already inside, and value aerodynamics over bed width.
Amazon $3,795$3,795
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 value ($54.23 per sq ft of bed ($1,399, 25.8 sq ft) vs $145.34 per sq ft of bed ($3,795, 26.1 sq ft)).
- Choose the Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Air for weight (130 lb for 26.1 sq ft of bed (5 lb per sq ft) vs 165.7 lb for 25.8 sq ft of bed (6.4 lb per sq ft)) and warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
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 | Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Air |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 94 $54.23 per sq ft of bed ($1,399, 25.8 sq ft) | 23 $145.34 per sq ft of bed ($3,795, 26.1 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 0 165.7 lb for 25.8 sq ft of bed (6.4 lb per sq ft) | 29 130 lb for 26.1 sq ft of bed (5 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 100 5,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season | 100 3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 32 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat | 32 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Naturnest Polaris Plus | Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Air | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Mattress | 47.2 x 78.7 in | 47 x 80 in |
| Bed area | 25.8 sq ft | 26.1 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2 in | 2 in |
| Anti-condensation mat | Yes | Yes |
| Bedding stays inside | - | Yes |
| Built-in lights | Yes | Yes |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 420D Oxford outer, 310 g polyester inner | 280 gsm poly-cotton canvas with blackout coating |
| Waterproof rating | 5,000 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | - | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 165.7 lb | 130 lb |
| Closed size | 82.7 x 51.2 x 7.1 in | 83 x 50 x 8 in |
| Open size | 82.7 x 51.2 x 59.1 in | - |
| Closed height | 7.1 in | 8 in |
| Ladder | 90.6 in | 90 in |
| Setup time (maker) | 1 min | 1 min |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |