OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended
#2 in Soft shellFull review
A well built, mid priced two person soft shell with a long warranty and a covered entry. Check the roof and rack ratings, as it weighs about 150 lb.
Amazon $1,599.99$1,599.99
The OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended is the better tent overall, rated 3.9 to 3.1. The OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended leads on value and weather. The Thule Approach M wins on weight. The OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended costs $1,099.96 less ($1,599.99 vs $2,699.95).
Thule Approach M
#18 in Soft shellFull review
A polished, easy to mount soft shell for two adults who want a big bed and a low folded profile, for $300 less than the Approach 2 M.
Amazon $2,699.95$2,699.95
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended for value ($44.56 per sq ft of bed ($1,599.99, 35.9 sq ft) vs $80.25 per sq ft of bed ($2,699.95, 33.6 sq ft)) and weather (3,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season vs waterproof rating not published, 4 season).
- Choose the Thule Approach M for weight (128 lb for 33.6 sq ft of bed (3.8 lb per sq ft) vs 150 lb for 35.9 sq ft of bed (4.2 lb per sq ft)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every soft shell tent; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended | Thule Approach M |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 71 $44.56 per sq ft of bed ($1,599.99, 35.9 sq ft) | 29 $80.25 per sq ft of bed ($2,699.95, 33.6 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 52 150 lb for 35.9 sq ft of bed (4.2 lb per sq ft) | 63 128 lb for 33.6 sq ft of bed (3.8 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 100 3,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season | 62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 45 3 in mattress, no anti-condensation mat, skylight | 38 mattress thickness not published, no anti-condensation mat |
| Warranty 15% | 75 4-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended | Thule Approach M | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Soft shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 2 | 3 |
| Mattress | 55 x 94 in | 51 x 95 in |
| Bed area | 35.9 sq ft | 33.6 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 3 in | - |
| Anti-condensation mat | No | No |
| Skylights | 1 | - |
| Built-in lights | Yes | - |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 280 g rip stop poly cotton oxford; 420D polyester oxford rainfly | 600D polyester ripstop |
| Waterproof rating | 3,500 mm | - |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | Optional | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 150 lb | 128 lb |
| Closed size | 54 x 47 x 14 in | 49 x 56 x 11 in |
| Open size | - | 95 x 56 x 40 in |
| Closed height | 14 in | 11 in |
| Static load | - | 660 lb |
| Setup time (maker) | - | 3 min |
| Warranty | 4 years | - |