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Hi All,

Matt, 32 from Stoke on Trent and lookintg for our first family tent (wife to be and 3 young children, 5, 3 and under 1)

Ive been camping alot when i was younger in small dome tents but partner never been. I also always found Vango tents to be of good quality but seen the Outwell tents and they also look very good.

Which is better? a Vango tent ot Outwell tent?

Regards

Matt

I have had both and they seem to be as good as each other, my only comment would be the Outwell's seem to be getting a bit pricey this year and the low end of the range don't seem to be of the usual quality.

I have a Vango at the moment but I would certainly buy another Outwell, never had any problems with them in the past.

I agree with Val - Buy a tent that suits you and your family.

We have the Khyam Ontario 8 which is perfect for 2 adults, 1 teen, 2 children and our loopy dog!!

Hi Matt- your kids are about the same age as mine! Unfortunately, I'm not the same age as you.

I looked at the Vermont L and the Monte Verde 700 on the same day; the quality is very similar. Outwell seem to put more money into presentation and marketing, which you, the customer, have to pay for...

The biggest step up in quality (and price) is to go for polycotton; I don't think Vango do polycotton though I may be wrong. Kampa do polycotton and they seem to be good quality tents as well.

I've got an Outwell but would be equally happy with a Vango.

As folks have said go for a layout that suits you. I'd also add that always add 2 to the manufacturers sleeping requirements and, as you have a young family, ensure the tent has sufficient living area for wet days as well as heat waves.