10 New Roof Top Tents of 2021 (Detailed Buying Guide for Camping Enthusiasts)

At least as per the manufacturers’ pamphlets, roof top tents are becoming more affordable with each year and continue opening up new dimensions of car and SUV camping for the masses. Today we will be testing out this claim by demonstrating to you the newest RTT models of 2020 and 2021. You can count on these newcomers to introduce more aerodynamic designs, lighter weights, extra convenience and comforts.

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#1 Skycamp Mini from iKamper: ikamper.com/pages/skycamp-mini

The startup from South Korea that was originally funded through Kickstarter, is steadily turning into a highly trusted manufacturer with a solid international fan base. Their best-selling expandable hardshell now shrinks in size and is now called the Skycamp Mini.

#2 Roofnest Falcon: roofnest.com/product/falcon/

Roofnest Falcon is a one of the most universal models from Roofnest that sleeps 2 people, has a clamshell construction, and measures just 6.5 inches high when closed.

#3 GT ROOF MINI: gentletent.com/de/gt-roof-mini

In the overflowing sea of roof top tents of various shapes and sizes, the Mini by the Vienna startup Gentle Tent truly stands due to its portability and inflatable construction. Weighing just 42 lbs, it is one of the lightest models out there, that be accommodated by 99.9 percent of all vehicles.

#4 Drifta Wild Land: drifta.com.au/product/wild-land-roof-top-tent/

Drifta Wild Land is a hard-shell RTT that weighs just 114 pounds and measures only 6.3-inches thick, which makes it one of the sleekest in the segment. The shell is made of aluminum, and it is completely flat. This allows to load it with 220 pounds of cargo when travelling.

#5 TentBox Lite: tent-box.com/product/tentbox-lite/

Lighter and more compact than the rest of the TentBox range, the soft-shell Lite has an aluminum frame and uses a telescopic ladder for support. The body of tent is performed using weatherproof rip-stop canvas with a PU-membrane.

#6 Thule Tepui Explorer Autana: thule.com/en-ua/rooftop-tents-and-accessories/rooftop-tents/thule-tepui-explorer-autana-3-_-901401

Your favorite RTT will be now produced under the combined Thule Tepui venture and hopefully they will become even better and more affordable due to the economy of scale. The Autana tent from the Explorer series is expected to remain the best-selling model.

#7 FSR Odyssey Premium: gofsr.com/collections/rooftop-tents/products/odyssey-series

FSR aka Freespirit Recreation has restocked its inventory with a Premium version of the FRS Odyssey hard top sold in two sizes 49 and 55 inches, and two fabric options: standard single wall 600D Poly-Oxford and Tri-layer fabric.

#8 Smittybilt Gen2: smittybilt.com/product/index/258.htm

Built to offer extra strength and durability for your peace of mind, the second-generation Overlander by Smittybilt arrives with thicker aluminum frame and a heavy-duty 600D rip stop skin, while its extended waterproof 420d oxford rainfly guarantees superior moisture protection.

#9 TentBox Classic: tent-box.com/product/tentbox-classic/

Currently labeled as the Classic model in the company’s lineup, this is the original roof-top tent that jumpstarted the success story of the British TentBox. The hard-shelled RRT has been on sale for 4 years now, getting several revisions along the way. Today, it sleeps 2 people, weights just 142 lbs, and takes just 1 minute to setup thanks to easy, gas-assisted opening mechanism.

#10 GoFast Superlite: gofastcampers.com/superlite-roof-tent

The Montana-based GoFast Campers produces lightweight outdoor gear, and it is especially famous for their platform roof-top tents and campers. Recently, the company introduced an all-new SuperLite rooftop tent on that weighs just 80 pounds, and is claimed to be the lightest in the business.

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