Here is how these two tents compare on the numbers. The X-Mid Pro 2 takes a modest overall edge, led by low weight, but the Hornet Elite OSMO 2P has its own case.
| Durston X-Mid Pro 2 | NEMO Hornet Elite OSMO 2P | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 85✓ | 79 |
| Capacity | 2 | 2 |
| Packed weight | 17.9 oz✓ | 27.0 oz |
| Floor area | 28.8 sq ft✓ | 27.3 sq ft |
| Space-to-weight | 25.7 /lb✓ | 16.2 /lb |
| Peak height | 46 in✓ | 37 in |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Vestibules | 2 | 2 |
| Price | $679✓ | $700 |
| Type | Ultralight | Ultralight |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: X-Mid Pro 2 in blue, Hornet Elite OSMO 2P 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 Pro 2 against the NEMO Hornet Elite OSMO 2P is a study in priorities. The X-Mid Pro 2 wins on low weight and floor space, and the Hornet Elite OSMO 2P pushes back on value.
The X-Mid Pro 2 is 9 oz lighter, more floor area (28.8 vs 27.3 sq ft), and better space-to-weight. On the default GearScore the X-Mid Pro 2 leads 85 to 79.
Pick the X-Mid Pro 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 Hornet Elite OSMO 2P if you would rather save the difference.
The Durston X-Mid Pro 2. It is 9 oz lighter than the Hornet Elite OSMO 2P.
The Durston X-Mid Pro 2. It is more floor area (28.8 vs 27.3 sq ft) than the Hornet Elite OSMO 2P.
The Durston X-Mid Pro 2, 85 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 Pro 2 for low weight, or the Hornet Elite OSMO 2P for the price. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.