Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge
#1 in Hard shellFull review
For budget buyers who want more headroom than a wedge tent and a gear rack on top, at a fraction of name brand prices.
Amazon $1,699$1,699
The Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge is the better tent overall, rated 3.9 to 3.6. The Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge leads on comfort. The Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell costs $351.01 less ($1,347.99 vs $1,699).
Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell
#4 in Hard shellFull review
For budget minded families who want a large hard shell with a long warranty, if they can live without published interior dimensions.
Amazon $1,501.85 Smittybilt $1,347.99$1,347.99
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge for comfort (2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat vs 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every hard shell tent; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge | Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 94 $54.31 per sq ft of bed ($1,699, 31.3 sq ft) | 50 mattress size not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight 20% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 50 mattress size not published (neutral score used) |
| Weather 20% | 88 3,000 mm waterproof rating | 88 3,000 mm waterproof rating |
| Comfort 15% | 32 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat | 20 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Trustmade Scout Max High Ridge | Smittybilt Overland XL Hard Shell | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Pops straight up | Clamshell |
| Sleeps | 3 | 5 |
| Mattress | 53 x 85 in | - |
| Bed area | 31.3 sq ft | - |
| Mattress thickness | 2 in | 2 in |
| Anti-condensation mat | Yes | - |
| Built-in lights | Yes | No |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 300 g flame retardant T/C ripstop canvas | - |
| Waterproof rating | 3,000 mm | 3,000 mm |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | - | 175 lb |
| Static load | - | 771 lb |
| Dynamic load needed | 165 lb | - |
| Ladder | 91.2 in | 92.5 in |
| Setup time (maker) | 1 min | - |
| Warranty | - | 5 years |
| Released | - | 2024-09 |