Thule Approach 2 M
#19 in Soft shellFull review
A polished, easy to mount soft shell for two adults who want a big bed and a low folded profile. It costs far more than budget tents with the same bed.
Amazon $2,999.95$2,999.95
The Thule Approach 2 M is the better tent overall, rated 3.0 to 2.7. The Thule Approach 2 M leads on weight and weather. The Thule Foothill 2 costs $900 less ($2,099.95 vs $2,999.95).
Thule Foothill 2
#23 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 Thule Approach 2 M for weight (128 lb for 33.6 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 weather (waterproof rating not published, 4 season vs 1,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season).
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 | Thule Approach 2 M | Thule Foothill 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 21 $89.16 per sq ft of bed ($2,999.95, 33.6 sq ft) | 26 $84 per sq ft of bed ($2,099.95, 25 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 63 128 lb for 33.6 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% | 62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season | 44 1,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 32 2.4 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated | 32 2.4 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Thule Approach 2 M | Thule Foothill 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Soft shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 3 | 2 |
| Mattress | 51 x 95 in | 45 x 80 in |
| Bed area | 33.6 sq ft | 25 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2.4 in | 2.4 in |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 100% recycled 600D polyester ripstop | 100% recycled 600D polyester ripstop |
| Waterproof rating | - | 1,500 mm |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 128 lb | 122 lb |
| Closed size | 49 x 56 x 11 in | 84 x 25 x 11 in |
| Open size | 95 x 56 x 40 in | 84 x 49 x 37 in |
| Closed height | 11 in | 11 in |
| Static load | 660 lb | 660 lb |
| Ladder | 102.4 in | - |
| Setup time (maker) | 3 min | - |