4 Person Rooftop Tents

A four-person rooftop tent isn’t for everybody. Some folks camp in smaller groups and others don’t camp often enough to justify the expense.

However, if you’re an avid adventurer who needs to keep the whole crew cozy and happy, a four-person rooftop tent is a game-changer. 

Rooftop tents make it easier than ever before to camp more often, in more places, with no hassle. 

In this guide, you’ll learn:

• What a four-person rooftop tent is
• Advantages of four-person rooftop tents
• Where to find the best rooftop tents on the market 

OVS Nomadic 4 Extended Rooftop Tent

Best for All-Weather Camping

Hutch Tents Ontario 4 Rooftop Tent With Skylights

Best for Comfortable Camping

Freespirit Recreation High Country 80” Premium Rooftop Tent

Best for Large Groups

Smittybilt Overlander XL Roof Top Tent

Best Low-Priced 4 Person Tent

What Is a 4 Person Roof Top Tent?

A rooftop tent is a camping accommodation that can be installed on the roof or bed of a motor vehicle. Rooftop tent camping provides an outdoor experience that’s secure and comfy, even when your campsite is rugged or your ground-level space is limited.

Rooftop tents are available in these sizes:

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

Larger tents are a bit heavier and higher-priced but can sleep more campers with superior comfort.

Picking the appropriate rooftop tent depends on your typical camping group size. However, if you camp with a full family or a group of friends, a roomy four-person rooftop tent might be just what you’re looking for.

Advantages and Benefits of 4 Person Rooftop Tents

Rooftop tent camping opens up a world of possibilities for nomadic travelers and weekend campground visitors alike.

With a plus-sized model, such as a four-person tent, rooftop tent camping is extra cozy—even for large groups.

Here are the top benefits you’ll enjoy with your four-person rooftop tent.

Fast and Easy Installation

When you see a rooftop tent unfurled in all its glory, it might seem like it will take a bit of work to get it set up. In fact, compared to traditional tents, rooftop tent installation is simpler and faster.

You’ll spend no more than 10 minutes (usually only 3–4 minutes) setting up a rooftop tent.

When you open up a rooftop tent, the entire structure simply “pops” into position. Undo a few straps, drop down your ladder, and you’re good to go.

Safety and Comfort

The experience of camping in a rooftop tent is nothing like spending a night in a traditional tent.

Instead of rolling around on a tiny sleeping pad on the bumpy ground, you’ll sleep peacefully on a foam mattress installed on a firm, flat base.

Situated above your vehicle, you’ll also be protected from ground-level hazards like mud, insects, and curious predators.

Common Features of 4 Person Rooftop Tents

The most striking feature of rooftop tents is their incredibly quick installation process. Just undo a few straps and the tent basically sets itself up in an instant.

Along with convenience, rooftop tents provide enhanced comfort. Your campsite is elevated, flat, safe, and cozy.

In a traditional tent, you have to deal with the confines and bumpiness of your terrain. With a rooftop tent, it’s possible to camp comfortably anywhere you can park your vehicle.

Here are a few more key features that differentiate rooftop tents from traditional tents.

1 - Hard Shell or Soft Shell Design

Rooftop tents come in two varieties: hard shell or soft shell. Both types attach to roof racks and pop open for speedy installation.

Hard shell tents are extra strong, as the hard shell top pops open to form the tent’s solid roof. Meanwhile, soft shell tents usually provide more interior space.

2 - Ladder Access

A rooftop tent is accessed by ladder. The ladder is built-in and pops out when you open up the tent. Rooftop tent ladders use a telescoping design so that they can reduce in size for storage efficiency and easily expand during tent installation.

3 - Built-In Mattress

A major component of a rooftop tent’s superior comfort is the built-in mattress. Rooftop tent mattresses are made with high-density foam. The mattress fills your entire floor area, providing corner-to-corner comfort.

Now, let’s check out four of our favorite four-person rooftop tents.

Price Range for 4 Person Roof Top Tents

Here are the current Rooftop Tents USA prices for the models featured in this guide.

Product	Current Price
OVS Nomadic 4 Extended Rooftop Tent	$1,649.00
Hutch Tents Ontario 4 Rooftop Tent with Skylights	$1,899.99
Freespirit Recreation High Country 80” Premium Rooftop Tent	$2,895.00
Smittybilt Overlander XL Rooftop Tent	$1,499.99

What People Are Saying About 4 Person Rooftop Tents

Campers of all experience levels love rooftop tents. The incredibly easy installation process, enhanced comfort for a good night’s sleep, and the security of elevated camping are all top selling points. 

In a four-person rooftop tent, all the advantages of rooftop tent camping are sized up to accommodate large groups. 

Here’s what happy customers love about their four-person tents: 

• Incredibly roomy and comfortable for a great night’s sleep
• Price difference is modest compared to smaller models
• Just as easy to set up as smaller rooftop tents

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"This tent is awesome! There is so much more room for four people. The mattress is so comfortable. Highly recommend this tent."

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"I have had the opportunity to use the tent a few times, once with the family (2 adults and a 7-year-old) and there was plenty of room for everyone and our stuff."

Rooftop Tents for Limitless Outdoor Adventures

If you love adventure, upgrading to a rooftop tent changes everything. With this one move, your entire off-road experience is completely recharged. Camp more often, more comfortably, and in more places. 

At Rooftop Tents USA, we love the freedom that rooftop tents provide. We’re passionate travelers on a mission to help more people connect with the great outdoors. 

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