Roofnest Meadowlark
#11 in Soft shellFull review
For small car owners and solo campers who want a light tent that opens fast and leaves rack space for a bike.
Amazon $1,695$1,695
The Roofnest Meadowlark is the better tent overall, rated 3.4 to 2.7. The Roofnest Meadowlark leads on weather, weight and value. The Roofnest Meadowlark costs $404.95 less ($1,695 vs $2,099.95).
Thule Foothill 2
#27 in Soft shellFull review
A narrow, low profile two person tent for people who need roof space for bikes or boats as well as a bed. The bed is small for the price.
Amazon $2,099.95$2,099.95
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 Roofnest Meadowlark for weather (3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season vs 1,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season), weight (90 lb for 23.9 sq ft of bed (3.8 lb per sq ft) vs 122 lb for 25 sq ft of bed (4.9 lb per sq ft)) and value ($70.95 per sq ft of bed ($1,695, 23.9 sq ft) vs $84 per sq ft of bed ($2,099.95, 25 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 | Roofnest Meadowlark | Thule Foothill 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 38 $70.95 per sq ft of bed ($1,695, 23.9 sq ft) | 26 $84 per sq ft of bed ($2,099.95, 25 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 64 90 lb for 23.9 sq ft of bed (3.8 lb per sq ft) | 32 122 lb for 25 sq ft of bed (4.9 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 100 3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season | 44 1,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 35 2.5 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated | 32 2.4 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Roofnest Meadowlark | Thule Foothill 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Soft shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Mattress | 43 x 80 in | 45 x 80 in |
| Bed area | 23.9 sq ft | 25 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2.5 in | 2.4 in |
| Built-in lights | Yes | - |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 190 GSM coated polycotton | 100% recycled 600D polyester ripstop |
| Waterproof rating | 3,000 mm | 1,500 mm |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | None offered | - |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 90 lb | 122 lb |
| Closed size | 47 x 44 x 12 in | 84 x 25 x 11 in |
| Open size | 80 x 43 x 36 in | 84 x 49 x 37 in |
| Closed height | 12 in | 11 in |
| Static load | - | 660 lb |
| Ladder | 90 in | - |
| Setup time (maker) | 1 min | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |
| Released | 2022-10 | - |