Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Air vs Thule Approach 2 S

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Air rates 2.9 among hard shell tents; the Thule Approach 2 S rates 2.8 among soft shell ones. The Thule Approach 2 S costs $1,295.05 less ($2,499.95 vs $3,795).

Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Air vs Thule Approach 2 S

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

These two sit in different type classes (hard shell and soft shell), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.

Factor weightRoofnest Falcon 3 EVO AirThule Approach 2 S
Overall rating2.9/52.8/5
Value 30%23 $145.34 per sq ft of bed ($3,795, 26.1 sq ft)12 $102.10 per sq ft of bed ($2,499.95, 24.5 sq ft)
Weight 20%29 130 lb for 26.1 sq ft of bed (5 lb per sq ft)43 110 lb for 24.5 sq ft of bed (4.5 lb per sq ft)
Weather 20%100 3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season
Comfort 15%32 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat32 2.4 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated
Warranty 15%25 2-year warranty50 warranty not published (neutral score used)

Specifications

Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO AirThule Approach 2 S
Sleeping
ShellHard shellSoft shell
OpensClamshellFolds out
Sleeps22
Mattress47 x 80 in43 x 82 in
Bed area26.1 sq ft24.5 sq ft
Mattress thickness2 in2.4 in
Anti-condensation matYes-
Bedding stays insideYes-
Built-in lightsYes-
Weather
Fabric280 gsm poly-cotton canvas with blackout coating100% recycled 600D polyester ripstop
Waterproof rating3,000 mm-
Season rating4 season4 season
AnnexOptional-
On the vehicle
Weight130 lb110 lb
Closed size83 x 50 x 8 in43 x 48 x 11 in
Open size-84 x 48 x 35 in
Closed height8 in11 in
Static load-660 lb
Ladder90 in102.4 in
Setup time (maker)1 min3 min
Warranty2 years-

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