Rooftop tents come in many different price ranges and models. If you want to buy a cheap roof tent, a so-called soft shell tent is the best option. Our most affordable model is called Lillskutan .
Soft-shell model roof tents are usually significantly cheaper than so-called hard-shell models. Rooftop tents with a soft shell look similar to a normal tent and fold out like a fan.
Hard shell looks more like a square box when unfolded and a regular roof box when folded. They fold up automatically from a roof box using hydraulic pistons. There are also hard-shell models that fold out to the side, such as iKamper.
Cheaper with roof tent of soft shell model
Soft-shell model roof tents usually cost between SEK 10,000 - 25,000 depending on the brand you choose and the size of the roof tent. So you get more tent for the money.
The most common is that it is the width of the mattress that makes the difference. Our roof tent Åreskutan is available, for example, in widths of 140 centimeters (two people), 165 centimeters (three people) and 180 centimeters (four people).
Many roof tents on the market look very similar, but there can be big differences in details and functions. For example, it can be about things like the thickness of the included mattress, what type of ladder is included, whether you get shoe bags, and which tent cloth is used.
It pays to invest time in finding a roof top tent that makes camping easy and convenient as it will obviously increase the likelihood that you will use your roof top tent more!
Lillskutan - our cheapest roof tent
Our cheapest roof tent is our model Lillskutan (which is also in the picture above). It is available in three sizes and fits 2-4 people. Inside, Lillskutan and Åreskutan are the same size.
The advantage of Lillskutan is that you get a view in all four directions, it also weighs slightly less and is a little faster to fold.
Hard shell model roof tents are often more expensive
Hard shell model roof tents are almost always more expensive, prices are usually between SEK 25,000 - 45,000. An advantage of these models is that they are a little faster to fold out than soft shell models. A disadvantage, apart from the higher price, is that they are usually heavier and that the ladder cannot be stored up in the tent, and have a thinner mattress to sleep on.
Which tent you ultimately choose is very much a matter of taste. Folded up, a roof tent of a hard shell model is more attractive, but in the unfolded position, at least we think that a roof tent of a soft shell model is significantly more fun and better looking.
Are cheap roof tents worse?
Cheap does not always have to mean worse - there are a number of factors that affect the price that are not directly related to quality. For example, the brand and the company's business model. We at Taktältarna can keep the price of our roof tents down because we have chosen to cut off the dealer route. In this way, we can also maintain a more personal contact with our customers.
But of course the price can play a role in the quality of the roof tent. Therefore, it is good to do proper research before buying a roof top tent. Here we list what you should think about . Things to look at are, for example, type of base plate, thickness of the mattress and type of tent fabric.
A cheap roof tent may not have the same durable material choices and not as many smart features and details as a roof tent that costs a little more.
Not sure if a roof tent is for you - then renting a roof tent is a cheap option
Buying a roof tent costs a lot. Sometimes it can be nice to actually test before you spend so much money. For those of you who want to do that, we have rooftop tent rentals at Taktältarna. Renting is also a great option for those of you with a limited budget who still want to experience the adventure of a roof top tent.
If you have any questions about roof tents, you are always welcome to contact us .
