When considering the purchase of an AutoHome roof top tent, people often ask us what model is the right choice for them. We have to answer, “It depends.”

Here we offer some guidelines and suggestions for choosing a roof top tent, based on our own experience, and on what our customers have shared with us.

First, all AutoHome roof top tents, regardless of model, are supplied complete — ready to use right out of the box. You just add bedding, sheets, blankets or quilts, and pillow cases. Or use sleeping bags, if that is more convenient. Any of these tents will serve you well in any climate—from the tropics to the arctic.

Hard-shell tents
In general, fiberglass (hard-shell) roof top tents are better if you are going to leave the tent mounted on your vehicle all, or most, of the time. These tents deploy very quickly, provide comfort in any weather, and offer little air resistance when driving.

Fabric tents
For maximum interior space in the smallest possible package, choose an all-fabric tent. They are also able to take a lot of abuse. These tents offer more air resistance when driving at highway speeds.

Our hard-shell expedition tent.

• Designed for efficiency in cold conditions
• Low ceiling height keeps warmth down low— like a mountain tent
• Opens with a crank handle, which acts like a key to keep contents secure
• Additional equipment and clothing can be carried inside the tent while traveling
• Extra thick mattress for cold conditions. The 8cm (3”) thick closed cell foam mattress adds comfort and promotes circulation in colder weather.
• One-third of the weight of the tent is the mattress—it is mattress-grade foam

Light, simple, hard-shell tent that's easy to set up.

• Designed for simplicity and ease of use
• Maximum headroom makes it easy to change clothes and move about in the tent
• Maximum airflow through three screened doors—great for warmer weather
• Closes up snug in cold weather offering comfort in any weather
• Can be positioned to shelter from the wind, yet still enjoy the sun
• Thick (2-1/2”) foam mattress offer great sleeping comfort
• Bed down with the rear storm door open and look up at the stars!
  

A rugged and versatile fabric tent.

• Minimum space closed—maximum space when open
• Straight sidewalls maximize usable interior space
• Excellent access through doors on either side
• Rugged and simple—withstands abuse and bad weather
• Easily repaired with common materials—even duct tape
• Light and simple to set up
• Great space for families—the large OverLand can sleep four people
• Good headroom inside