3 Person Rooftop Tents

Rooftop tents provide incredible freedom and versatility.

Of course, we know it can be tricky ordering big-ticket items online.

So, let’s answer all of your questions about three-person rooftop tents so that you can confidently choose the setup that perfectly meets your needs.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

• What is a three-person rooftop tent?
• Advantages, benefits, and common features
• Product spotlights on three of our favorite three-person rooftop tents
• Price range for three-person rooftop tents

Overland Vehicle Systems Nomadic 3 Person Rooftop Tent

Best for Spacious and Comfy Camping

FreeSpirit Recreation High Country 55” Rooftop Tent

Best for Sedans and Small SUVs

Overland Vehicle Systems TMBK 3 Person Rooftop Tent

Best for Budget-Focused Campers

What Is a 3 Person Roof Top Tent?

A rooftop tent is a camping accommodation that can be installed on a rack over the roof or bed of a motor vehicle. This unique setup allows for a safer, more comfortable and efficient camping experience, even when the terrain is rough or space is limited.

Rooftop tents come in the following sizes:

• Two-person
• Three-person
• Four-person
• Five-person

Higher-capacity models like four or five-person tents are higher-priced. They’re also heavier and take up more space.

Choosing the right rooftop tent depends on your typical camp group size. However, for many campers, three-person tents hit the sweet spot.

In a three-person rooftop tent, you can fit an entire small family, or enjoy a spacious night’s rest for one or two people, all with a lightweight model that’s cost-efficient, space-efficient, and a breeze to install.

Advantages and Benefits of Rooftop Tents

A rooftop tent provides the freedom to camp in more places. It’s a simple, yet luxurious solution to just about every challenge that traditional tent camping presents.

Here are a few of the key advantages you’ll experience with a rooftop tent.

Super Easy Installation

Rooftop tents might seem complicated, but they’re actually much easier to set up than traditional tents.

You’ll spend a maximum of 10 minutes (usually more like 3–4 minutes) setting up. No special skills or tools are required. You don’t need to hammer an endless number of stakes or wrestle with a bunch of poles.

Simply open up your tent and the process nearly completes itself as the frame pops open. Put a few parts in place and you’re good to go.

Safety and Comfort

Camping hazards range from annoying to dangerous. Bugs, mud, snakes, predators—ground level isn’t always a relaxing place to sleep in the great outdoors.

When you’re elevated in a rooftop tent, terrifying creepy crawlies won’t be moseying around your door flaps. And if it rains, your tent won’t become a mud pit.

Best of all, you’ll be way more comfortable than you would be in a traditional tent. You sleep on a cozy mattress that’s situated on a firm, flat base.

Common Features of Rooftop Tents

When you see a rooftop tent in action, the first thing you’ll be struck by is how incredibly easy it is to install. Undo a few straps and simply allow the tent to open itself up.

The next thing you’ll notice is the fabulous comfort afforded by the design. You’re elevated, flat, secure, and cozy.

Traditional tents are subject to the confines and bumps of your terrain. A rooftop tent is unaffected by these ground-level concerns.

Your rooftop tent always automatically pops open to its maximum, uncompromised full size. The interior is spacious, cozy, and full of well-designed features such as pockets and light-blocking windows.

 

Here are a few more key features you’ll enjoy with a rooftop tent.

1 - Soft Shell or Hard Shell Design

Rooftop tents come stored in either a hard or a soft shell. Both types attach to roof racks and pop open for fast installation.

Hard shell tents open up a bit more quickly than soft shells, with the shell top simply popping up to become the tent's roof. On the other hand, soft shell tents typically provide a bit more interior space.

2 - Ladder Access

Rooftop tent access is provided by a ladder. Some tents include ladders on both sides. Like all parts of your rooftop tent, the ladder is built-in and easily pops out when you open up the tent.

3 - Built-In Mattress

Rooftop tents typically have a built-in mattress.

Usually made from 2–3” high-density foam, your mattress is larger and softer than the sleeping pads you typically travel with and cram into traditional tents.

Now, let’s check out a few of our favorite three-person rooftop tents.

Price Range for Rooftop Tents

Here’s the current Rooftop Tents USA price range for two-person through five-person tent sizes.

Note that some tents are categorized for a range of campers, e.g., 2–3 person tents, and are included in both rows below. Three-person tents are most common, so that group has the broadest price range.

Rooftop Tent Size	Low Price	High Price
2 Person	$1,099.00	$3,345.00
3 Person	$1,099.00	$3,345.00
4 Person	$1,499.99	$2,895.00
5 Person	$1,899.00	$2,895.00

What People Are Saying About Rooftop Tents

With more and more folks expanding their relationships with the great outdoors, rooftop tents are a great fit for adventurers of all ages. 

Here’s what people love about rooftop tents:

• Investing in quality means no more replacing your tent every few years
• Improved security and comfort makes camping appealing for more people
• Easy setup makes it easier to camp more often with less work—great for long road trips with numerous campsites
• Small footprint makes it possible to camp in more places

Are Rooftop Tents Really That Easy to Set Up?

Until you’ve seen one in action, it’s hard to believe how easy it is to set up a rooftop tent. So, check out this setup vid and be amazed.

Rooftop Tent Camping: Adventurous, Secure, and Cozy

Excited yet? We know the feeling.

At Rooftop Tents USA, we’re passionate about exploring the great outdoors. We love that rooftop tents help more people enjoy incredible camping experiences.

Check out our entire collection of rooftop tents here.

Reach out to our team of tent experts any time. We’re always happy to answer your questions. 

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