Eureka Alpenlite 2XT Tent: 2-Person 4-Season

We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Eureka Alpenlite 2XT Tent: 2-Person 4-Season and summarize the results below:

Universal Ranking

PeakScore: 90 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.5 stars 
Expert Rating: 4.6 stars

Number of Ratings Reviewed: 99

Pros & Cons

Reasons to buy:

User Reviews

  • The fly is well constructed and has never leaked or sagged in the snow.
  • Many tie down points help reinforce this tent in high winds.
  • I’ve used this tent for 10 years under all conditions, and I absolutely love it. If I had to buy another tent, I’d buy the same one.
  • A multitude of ventilation ports prevent condensation.
  • Performs just as well as tents that cost twice as much.

Expert Reviews

  • There are two vents in the roof, four in the walls, and one in the rainfly, making this tent adaptable to a huge range of temperatures.
  • Very high quality and durable. This tent will last you for years and perform under brutal conditions.
  • Many interior pockets and loops to keep your gear organized.
  • Six pole, A-frame design is easy to set up in rain and snow. Tent is freestanding and can be secured with extra tie downs to withstand the most hostile conditions.

Reasons NOT to buy:

User Reviews

  • The inside is small. Can fit two people but not much else.
  • Weighs about 8 lbs and does not pack down small.
  • Small vestibule in the back of the tent can’t be accessed from inside the tent.

Expert Reviews

  • Thin floor. I recommend buying a footprint.
  • The interior high point is 3 ft. 4 in. Most people can sit up straight, but it’s not as spacious as other tents. (Though the tight fit can be beneficial in cold conditions).
  • Only one entry in the front. Front vestibule is spacious, but the back vestibule is too small and inaccessible to be very useful.
  • On the heavier side.

Summary:

The Eureka Alpenlite 2XT Tent is a well-loved, 2-person, 4-season tent that performs just as well as its competitors for a fraction of the price. Many Alpenlite owners say this tent is “bombproof,” capable of withstanding constant rain, high winds and snow over many years. The Alpenlite performs well in a wide range of temperatures due to its many ventilation ports, and is an excellent, versatile choice if you can shoulder 8 lbs.

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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web. Some expert reviews include these: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.