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 and the OVS HD Nomadic 2 are evenly matched, rated 3.9 and 3.9. The OVS HD Nomadic 2 costs $100 less ($1,499.99 vs $1,599.99).
OVS HD Nomadic 2
#3 in Soft shellFull review
A mid priced full size soft shell with a long warranty for couples who camp in all seasons. It skips the extended entry canopy of the Nomadic 2 Extended.
Amazon $1,499.99$1,499.99
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.
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 | OVS HD Nomadic 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 71 $44.56 per sq ft of bed ($1,599.99, 35.9 sq ft) | 75 $42.33 per sq ft of bed ($1,499.99, 35.4 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 52 150 lb for 35.9 sq ft of bed (4.2 lb per sq ft) | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Weather 20% | 100 3,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season | 100 3,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 45 3 in mattress, no anti-condensation mat, skylight | 38 2.8 in mattress, no anti-condensation mat, skylight |
| Warranty 15% | 75 4-year warranty | 75 4-year warranty |
Specifications
| OVS HD Nomadic 2 Extended | OVS HD Nomadic 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Soft shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Mattress | 55 x 94 in | 54 x 94.5 in |
| Bed area | 35.9 sq ft | 35.4 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 3 in | 2.8 in |
| Anti-condensation mat | No | No |
| Skylights | 1 | 1 |
| Built-in lights | Yes | Yes |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 280 g rip stop poly cotton oxford; 420D polyester oxford rainfly | 280 g rip stop poly cotton oxford; 420D polyester oxford rainfly |
| Waterproof rating | 3,500 mm | 3,500 mm |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | Optional | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 150 lb | - |
| Closed size | 54 x 47 x 14 in | 55 x 47 x 14 in |
| Open size | - | 55 x 95 x 51 in |
| Closed height | 14 in | 14 in |
| Warranty | 4 years | 4 years |