Many tents feature solid panels that lower to offer shade or privacy, providing more flexibility on where to set it up. Also, overhanging roof flaps and outward extending bottom flaps allow rain to drip off and away from the tent. Also, look for heavy-duty screen tents with tightly knit roofs if they are intended for protection against UV rays or water. Be sure to check the product description for these types of screen tents to ensure they meet your specific needs. While screen tents are an excellent addition to a backyard or campsite, not all of them have the same setup or serve the same purpose.
If you are looking for a budget 6-person tent, we are sorry, but this isn’t the one we would recommend. Fiberglass poles, cheap mesh, and tarp-like flooring are connected by coleman instant tent mid-grade zippers and inverted seams (instead of the superior seam-seal). The bag is also poor quality and will inevitably require ducktape after the first or second season.
When you want a simple tent that will give you coverage during your backyard cookout, look for a large pop-up tent that has a 13X13 foot spread. A roof vent is also ideal, as it resists pooling when you have rainstorms. Some models even offer an unparalleled three-minute setup that will help prepare you for impending storm clouds in no time.
If you want a screen house which can fit all the family then there’s one option that stands out above the rest. The Clam Quick-Set Escape is a great screen tent that is easy to use and comes with all the features you’ll need. It’s wonderful on warmer summer nights but if you camp in spring or fall, you’ll feel quite a chill. Pop up the screen tent, slide your sleeping bag inside and you’re safe. If you’re looking for a budget screen house you can assemble quickly, the Quest is an excellent tool. It’s nothing fancy—perfect for people who don’t care about extravagance, but very much care if there are bugs in their face or food.
This screen house is only 17 pounds, even with the steel frame, and it’s a good option for beginner campers looking for an easy screen house to set up. Ozark Trail is a brand well-known for its affordable products, and this camping screen house is no different. Another thing I really like about this product is that it’s also a great screen house for camping in the rain. The NEMO Victory Screenhouse is one of the best screen houses for wind due to its rounded shape and extra tie-downs. Tightly woven mesh on this screen house keeps the bugs at bay. This essentially means that it won’t prevent leaks in mild to heavy rainfall, but it can stop leaks from very light precipitation.
If you’re deathly afraid of bugs, consider this one person pop up to sleep in atop your cot. If you already have a frame and just need the bug mesh walls, this budget option may be right for you. If you need a screen house that springs into action instantly, the Alvantor works well.
Because of its durability, shape, and size, the tent is on the heavy side at 45.2 pounds. But for simple portability and storage, it comes with an easy-pull wheeled carry bag that fits inside most vehicles. The telescoping poles are easy to extend into place thanks to the pinch-free Comfort Grip™ technology and large feet that are big enough to stand on while you set up the shelter. The double-thick Polyguard 2X™ fabric stands up to the elements–season after season.