Two tents worth lining up side by side. The X-Mid 2 takes a modest overall edge, led by low weight, but the MesoSpire 2+ has its own case.
| Durston X-Mid 2 | Tarptent MesoSpire 2+ | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 81✓ | 79 |
| Capacity | 2 | 2 |
| Packed weight | 31.3 oz✓ | 36.0 oz |
| Floor area | 33.2 sq ft✓ | 31 sq ft |
| Space-to-weight | 17.0 /lb✓ | 13.8 /lb |
| Peak height | 48 in✓ | 47 in |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Vestibules | 2 | 2 |
| Price | $319 | $299✓ |
| Type | Ultralight | Ultralight |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: X-Mid 2 in blue, MesoSpire 2+ in amber. A blank spec is never counted as a win. GearScore is the overall rating (0 to 100); re-weight it on the full tent comparison. Prices are current MSRP.
The Durston X-Mid 2 and Tarptent MesoSpire 2+ take different routes to the same job. The X-Mid 2 wins on low weight and floor space, and the MesoSpire 2+ pushes back on price.
The X-Mid 2 is 5 oz lighter, more floor area (33.2 vs 31 sq ft), and better space-to-weight. The MesoSpire 2+ is $20 cheaper. On the default GearScore the X-Mid 2 leads 81 to 79.
Pick the X-Mid 2 if you care most about low weight and floor space, which makes it the better call for counting grams on long miles. Pick the MesoSpire 2+ if price matter more to you, or you are focused on getting the most for your money.
The Durston X-Mid 2. It is 5 oz lighter than the MesoSpire 2+.
The Durston X-Mid 2. It is more floor area (33.2 vs 31 sq ft) than the MesoSpire 2+.
The Durston X-Mid 2, 81 to 79 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
It depends on your priorities. Go with the X-Mid 2 for low weight, or the MesoSpire 2+ for price. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.