The OneTigris Stella Tent is described by the brand as a 4-season tent, but as usual with such a terminology, it is not completely accurate. In fact this is a cold weather or winter tent, and it is not at all suitable for warm weather use. But this is a quality shelter and its price is simply incredible.
Key features & benefits
- Dome-style tent.
- Two layers.
- Two doors.
- Huge waterproof rating and fully waterproof.
- Aluminum poles.
- Ventilated.
- Incredible price.
What is in the name
This OneTigris Stella is a 2-person dome-style tent with an easy and simple setup. It can be described as semi-freestanding. This means that the inner tent with the frame is fully freestanding and, before you stake it down, you can move it around and rotate when it is up. But when you put the fly on, it must be staked to be functional.
The picture below shows how it looks without the fly, and some dimensions. As you realize, it is fully self-supporting in this case.
The tent has two doors on the sides, see the picture below, and note that they are single-layer taffeta. Only small sections on their upper area are with a mesh, this is visible in the picture above.
The full-coverage fly creates two vestibules. The picture shows that you can roll the flaps to the sides and keep out of way. It must be mentioned that they are very small so do not expect to store your gear here.
The materials
The poles: You have great 7001 aluminum poles for support, two X-crossed and one short cross pole. Their attachment to the tent is with clips.
The fabric: They use nylon for the fly and this is a 20D ripstop fabric with a 3000 mm waterproof rating achieved with a single-sided silicone coating. Observe that this is a black material, good for reducing glare in the tent.
The floor is a bit stronger 40D polyester and it is a bathtub style. The inner tent is a 20D nylon taffeta.
Note that you have the highest quality YKK zippers here, and this is one of the most important elements in a shelter of this type.
The guylines on two sides are not adjustable, very unusual because on the other two sides you have the usual adjustability. In view of the nylon material used here, which requires occasional adjustment in wet conditions, this is indeed surprising.
Other details
The accessory elements in the package are shown in the picture below. Observe that there are only 4 guylines, one would expect more for a winter tent.
In the picture bellow you can see a few more details, like buckles for the fly attachment, pockets in each corner, and a lantern hook.
Ventilation
The canopy is a breathable taffeta, but there are only two small mesh sections on the sides. They are paired with two vents with stiffeners on the fly, see the picture below. Note that these vents are closable, there is a zipper in place to prevent cold drafts when needed.
So this is all optimized for a cold environment, and there is nothing to object here from this perspective. But this is far from convenient for a warm weather camping. However, the fly can be staked out on the sides to create extra air flow from the ground. As you realize, it does not go all the way to the ground, good for ventilation but less good for windy conditions and for cold drafts.
Please see more in this short video:
Who is it for
Regarding the best use & climate, this is a tent for a cooler environment. So it is totally wrong to describe it as a 4-season tent.
As you have seen, you have two true layers here, only two small mesh section are on the canopy. With such a design there is no way it can be suitable for a warm climate.
It is a pity that they did not make two layer doors; a mesh layer would transform this tent into a true 4-season tent. It is best to compare this with the convertible Big Agnes Copper Spur HV2 Expedition Tent which is a sort of a 4-season tent.
The fabric is thin for a winter tent and it can be noisy in windy conditions. But it is a high quality and it performs great, testing by users confirms this. You might want to compare it with the Eureka Mountain Pass 2 Backpacking Tent where the fabric is much stronger.
On the other hand, the poles are such that this is not a design for extreme wind conditions. The same holds for the guylines, you would need them more for extreme weather.
Note that nylon stretches when it gets wet, so you have to occasionally adjust the fly in wind. This is always so with nylon fabric. So not only that it is thin, it also stretches to increase noise, and remember what I mentioned about missing adjustability on the two guylines.
Regarding the size, you have the inner floored area of 29 ft² (2.7 m²). The short roof pole makes the sides vertical and you also have plenty of volume. So in view of its official 2-person capacity, for such a type this is enough.
There are two vestibules but they are not big; they do not give the numbers for the area. Note that the flaps do not go completely to the ground, so do not expect much space and protection for your gear.
Regarding the weight, with its 4.4 lb (2 kg), this winter two-layer tent can be described as lightweight.
The packed size is also good, see the numbers below. The carry bag is oversized and all fits inside easily.
Regarding the price, it is simply unbelievable, and it is hard to find something comparable among winter tents. So this is a great value for the money.
Specifications
- Capacity: 2 people.
- Weight: 4.4 lb (2 kg).
- Inner dimensions (L x W): 82.7 x 51.2 in (210 x 130 cm).
- Inner floored area: 29 ft² (2.7 m²).
- Peak height: 45.3 in (115 cm).
- Packed size (L x D): 19.7 x 5.9 in (50 x 15 cm).
Final thoughts & rating
In evaluating the OneTigris Stella Tent, it becomes clear that while the label of a “4-season tent” might be a bit misleading, this shelter excels in its intended use as a cold weather or winter tent.
The two-person dome-style design, featuring quality 7001 aluminum poles and a fully waterproof 20D ripstop nylon fly, offers impressive protection against the elements.
However, the tent’s limited mesh sections and lack of true four-season adaptability make it less suitable for warmer climates. The absence of adjustable guylines on two sides is an unexpected drawback, given the occasional adjustments needed for the nylon material used.
Despite these considerations, the tent impresses with its lightweight design, compact packed size, and an unbelievably affordable price tag. Users seeking a budget-friendly yet high-quality winter tent will find the OneTigris Stella to be an excellent choice.
In conclusion, the OneTigris Stella Tent stands out as a reliable and cost-effective option for winter camping enthusiasts, showcasing its strengths in protection, durability, and value for money. I have added it to my list of best winter camping tents.
Below you can see how I rate it against my usual rating criteria so that you can easily compare it with other items of this type:
OneTigris Stella Tent
Pros
- Quality poles.
- Full protection.
- True double-layer.
- Excellent price.
Cons
- Thin fabric.
- Nylon gets stretchy when wet.
- Two guylines are not adjustable.
- Small vestibules.
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