Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell
#4 in Hard shellFull review
For budget minded families who want a large hard shell with a long warranty, if they can live without published interior dimensions.
Amazon $1,501.85 Smittybilt $1,347.99$1,347.99
The Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell is the better tent overall, rated 3.6 to 3.4. The Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell leads on warranty. The Naturnest Polaris Plus wins on weather and comfort. The Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell costs $51.01 less ($1,347.99 vs $1,399).
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
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 Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell for warranty (5-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
- Choose the Naturnest Polaris Plus for weather (5,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season vs 3,000 mm waterproof rating) and comfort (2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat vs 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated).
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 | Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell | Naturnest Polaris Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 50 mattress size not published (neutral score used) | 94 $54.23 per sq ft of bed ($1,399, 25.8 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 50 mattress size not published (neutral score used) | 0 165.7 lb for 25.8 sq ft of bed (6.4 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 88 3,000 mm waterproof rating | 100 5,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 20 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated | 32 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell | Naturnest Polaris Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Sleeps | 5 | 2 |
| Mattress | - | 47.2 x 78.7 in |
| Bed area | - | 25.8 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2 in | 2 in |
| Anti-condensation mat | - | Yes |
| Built-in lights | No | Yes |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | - | 420D Oxford outer, 310 g polyester inner |
| Waterproof rating | 3,000 mm | 5,000 mm |
| Season rating | - | 4 season |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 175 lb | 165.7 lb |
| Closed size | - | 82.7 x 51.2 x 7.1 in |
| Open size | - | 82.7 x 51.2 x 59.1 in |
| Closed height | - | 7.1 in |
| Static load | 771 lb | - |
| Ladder | 92.5 in | 90.6 in |
| Setup time (maker) | - | 1 min |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |
| Released | 2024-09 | - |