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
The OVS HD Nomadic 2 is the better tent overall, rated 3.9 to 3.8. The OVS HD Nomadic 2 leads on warranty, weather and comfort. The Tuff Stuff Trailhead wins on value. The Tuff Stuff Trailhead costs $316.99 less ($1,183 vs $1,499.99).
Tuff Stuff Trailhead
#4 in Soft shellFull review
A budget full size soft shell for couples who camp in fair weather and want a light tent. Plan on a thicker sleeping pad.
Amazon $1,235.96 Quadratec $1,183$1,183
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 for warranty (4-year warranty vs 1-year warranty), weather (3,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season vs 3,000 mm waterproof rating, 3 season) and comfort (2.8 in mattress, no anti-condensation mat, skylight vs 1.8 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated, skylight).
- Choose the Tuff Stuff Trailhead for value ($32.60 per sq ft of bed ($1,183, 36.3 sq ft) vs $42.33 per sq ft of bed ($1,499.99, 35.4 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 | Tuff Stuff Trailhead |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 75 $42.33 per sq ft of bed ($1,499.99, 35.4 sq ft) | 94 $32.60 per sq ft of bed ($1,183, 36.3 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 85 110 lb for 36.3 sq ft of bed (3 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 100 3,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season | 75 3,000 mm waterproof rating, 3 season |
| Comfort 15% | 38 2.8 in mattress, no anti-condensation mat, skylight | 28 1.8 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated, skylight |
| Warranty 15% | 75 4-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| OVS HD Nomadic 2 | Tuff Stuff Trailhead | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Soft shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Mattress | 54 x 94.5 in | 55 x 95 in |
| Bed area | 35.4 sq ft | 36.3 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2.8 in | 1.8 in |
| Anti-condensation mat | No | - |
| Skylights | 1 | 1 |
| Built-in lights | Yes | - |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 280 g rip stop poly cotton oxford; 420D polyester oxford rainfly | 600D polyester oxford, PU coated; 420D polyester oxford PU coated rainfly |
| Waterproof rating | 3,500 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Season rating | 4 season | 3 season |
| Annex | Optional | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | - | 110 lb |
| Closed size | 55 x 47 x 14 in | 56 x 48 x 13 in |
| Open size | 55 x 95 x 51 in | 56 x 96 x 50 in |
| Closed height | 14 in | 13 in |
| Static load | - | 800 lb |
| Ladder | - | 90 in |
| Warranty | 4 years | 1 year |