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Gigatent Geodesic Shelter Review

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Revainrating 3.5 out of 5  
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3.6
🏕️ Camping & Hiking, 🏕️ Outdoor Recreation

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Details

Special FeatureWaterproof, Lightweight, Pop Up, UVProtection
BrandGigaTent
Occupancy4 Person
DesignCamping Tent
MaterialPolyester
Recommended Uses For ProductBackpacking, Beach, Camping & Hiking
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Description of Gigatent Geodesic Shelter

Polyester,Mesh. Imported. INCREDIBLY SPACIOUS: With a floor length of 7’ x 7’ it has enough room for 3 or 4 people to sleep comfortably and 51” of peak height at the center provide ample vertical space for children to walk. FIBERGLASS POLES: Trust in quality materials that are tough enough to withstand downpours and light winds. Sturdy shock-corded fiberglass poles make a strong foundation and keep your tent standing. DURABLE MATERIALS: Enjoy the outdoors with a cozy place to rest your head. A UV-resistant polyester material and a mosquito mesh keep you protected against sun, insects and other weather conditions. EASY TO SET UP: Pitching your tent is quick! We take the stress and worry out of assembling a camping tent. Setting up our tent is effortless and simple with a few easy to read step by step instructions. 3-SEASON TENT: This dome-style tent weathers any storm and is a suitable shelter for spring, summer, and fall. With 1 door and 1 window, you’ll get optimal ventilation and cool breeze during warmer seasons.

Reviews

Global ratings 15
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Type of review

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Used for spray booth - shade tree style

I use this for spraying paint in my shop to minimize dust on painted surfaces and overspray landing on everything. I just put the shop vac hose in, zip it up and start spraying. Just did a set of rims with base/clear and turned out perfect without any contaminants. I cannot comment on being waterproof, but would be hard pressed to find a cheaper tent for the purpose of a small makeshift spray booth.

Pros
  • It's a little small for a queen sized air mattress, but I was impressed with how fast it came!
Cons
  • The shelter is quite heavy and may prove to be difficult to transport

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Good, Not Great, Tent

I wanted to give this product a five star review, because of the nature of how GigaTent offered, which is outstandingly generous on their part. Since I can't in good conscience do that, I will review each part separately. This tent is a "meadow muffin" design made from standard nylon materials with carbon fiber poles and aluminum tent pegs. The color scheme is pleasing to the eye. The floor is waterproof as claimed, but doesn't really matter because the rain fly is too small and allows…

Pros
  • It’s a good dry weather tent. It does leak in heavy rain
Cons
  • After two uses the frames splintered.

Revainrating 4 out of 5

AWESOME for the Price!

I purchased to use for a sleepover with my nieces (age 9 and 3). I was looking for something to set up in our livingroom so we could camp out. (Winter in Maine, otherwise we'd be outside!) I'm giving it a 4 Star rating because the first tent had a broken elastic in the tent pole system. Seller was EXCELLENT and immediately shipped it out to me and I sent the other back. The new tent was in perfect condition and the girls absolutely LOVED camping out in the middle of a snowstorm! Note: I put…

Pros
  • This tent is the best for the money. East to set up great for my kids. They love it
Cons
  • The price point of the shelter is quite steep, making it an investment that may not be feasible for everyone

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Comfortable. Perfect size.

Perfect size for two adults to be comfortable and have extra room. Easy to assemble and lightweight. Stays very warm in cold weather and also comfortable in Florida summer sun with the screens open.

Pros
  • INCREDIBLY SPACIOUS: With a floor length of 7’ x 7’ it has enough room for 3 or 4 people to sleep comfortably and 51" of peak height at the center provide ample vertical space for children to walk.
Cons
  • The shelter can be quite difficult to find replacement parts or accessories for

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Great deal.: my feedback

I really love the tent size. Perfect for two twin airbeds. It is perfect for one airbed/person. Plenty of extra space for organizing belongings.

Pros
  • Great value for the money. Does NOT have window, only a screen roof.
Cons
  • There have been reports of the shelter leaking in heavy rain, which may diminish its effectiveness as a protective shelter

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Leaked like a sieve but maybe my fault.

July 2021: I don't know, I was on a hill and it rained that night. Water didn't not come in from above but from sides and below. I had it sitting on a tarp. Maybe the tarp caught the water and made it pool. Who knows. Just be aware.

Pros
  • Camping & Hiking
Cons
  • The shelter does not come with a rain fly, which may make it an insufficient shelter in rainy conditions

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Not as pictured! Change in design-The Tent Poles Do Not Secure to the Tent Properly!

The tent poles do not secure to the tent properly! The pictures on Revain listing show a nice metal pin and ring system that secure the poles.The tent I received does not have metal pin and ring system. It had a black plastic piece in each corner with holes to secure the poles and stakes. The poles do not fit in the holes of the black plastic piece properly, so the tent will not stay erect.

Pros
  • DURABLE MATERIALS: Enjoy the outdoors with a cozy place to rest your head. A UV-resistant polyester material and a mosquito mesh keep you protected against sun, insects and other weather conditions.
Cons
  • The shelter is only available in a single color, limiting its personalization options

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Good but does nt protect you from rain

I liked that it was easy to. Set up and comfortable . I did not like that it says waterproof and it rained and got wet inside The seams of the shelter may not be as durable as some other outdoor shelters on the market!

Pros
  • Polyester,Mesh
Cons
  • The seams of the shelter may not be as durable as some other outdoor shelters on the market

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Easy to put away and set up

Set up well, actually like the fact that this bag is larger than the factory wrapped product. I could actually put it away.

Pros
  • Imported
Cons
  • The shelter may take up more space than some consumers are willing to give up inside their vehicle or hiking pack

Revainrating 1 out of 5

MISSING PARTS! DO NOT BUY!

Bought these as easter gifts for our children. Tents did not come with the hooks for the poles. Didnt realize until the night before. Tip off, do not buy.

Pros
  • Tents
Cons
  • The shelter is not winter-rated and may not provide adequate warmth in cold weather

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Do not buy! Changed design

Design was changed! There are no metal hooks on end to be able to set tent up. Directions stated to place metal hook into end of poles. The end had a plastic piece that fit the pole end but wouldn’t hold the poles in place. Purchased for the kids to use in backyard and had to return due to safety hazard!

Pros
  • 3-SEASON TENT: This dome-style tent weathers any storm and is a suitable shelter for spring, summer, and fall. With 1 door and 1 window, you’ll get optimal ventilation and cool breeze during warmer seasons.
Cons
  • The shelter's unique design may attract unwanted attention or curiosity from other campers or hikers in the area

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great size in my review

Nice and large! Bought because my 4 year old wanted to camp out. Grandson loves it. Pretty quick to put together and spacious on the inside

Pros
  • Grandson loves it
Cons
  • The complex design of the shelter may be difficult for some people to set up and take down

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Easy setup.: my feedback

Fits two small kids and an adult of small to medium stature. Two small pouches for belongings. Good value considering low price tag.I can’t confirm water resistance but looks like it’s a two. It could likely handle a mist no problem but wouldn’t expect much in a windy storm. Tarp bottom which is good.

Pros
  • Good
Cons
  • The pieces that go on bottom of rods and the tentstake goes through are MISSING!!!!!!!

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Truly just a 3 season tent

Took this tent on a hiking trip, weight was not bad . But the second night it rained and it got wet inside the tent. If you camp where it my get wet made sure to have a trap to cover if it rains. Other than that the tent worked well on our trip while carrying it on my backpack.

Pros
  • Sports & Outdoors
Cons
  • The unique geodesic design may be off-putting to some consumers who prefer more traditional tent designs

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Do not buy this tent!

Do not buy this tent. Waste of time and money. This product is not the same as what is pictured. The reviews are either lies or for a different model. The tent looks fine but cannot stand on its own. The tent poles have nothing to hold them in place. This was for my son to play with and now I have to return.

Pros
  • EASY TO SET UP: Pitching your tent is quick! We take the stress and worry out of assembling a camping tent. Setting up our tent is effortless and simple with a few easy to read step by step instructions.
Cons
  • The shelter is not suitable for outdoor enthusiasts who need ample storage space for their gear