A close look at two tents buyers cross-shop. The Dipole 2 DW takes a modest overall edge, led by low weight, but the Lunar Duo Explorer has its own case.
| Tarptent Dipole 2 DW | Six Moon Designs Lunar Duo Explorer | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 77✓ | 75 |
| Capacity | 2 | 2 |
| Packed weight | 39.4 oz✓ | 45.0 oz |
| Floor area | 34 sq ft | 34 sq ft |
| Space-to-weight | 13.8 /lb✓ | 12.1 /lb |
| Peak height | 45 in | 45 in |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Vestibules | 2 | 2 |
| Price | $439 | $395✓ |
| Type | Ultralight | Ultralight |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Dipole 2 DW in blue, Lunar Duo Explorer 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.
Put the Tarptent Dipole 2 DW next to the Six Moon Designs Lunar Duo Explorer and the trade-offs are clear. The Dipole 2 DW wins on low weight and space-to-weight, and the Lunar Duo Explorer pushes back on price.
The Dipole 2 DW is 6 oz lighter and better space-to-weight. The Lunar Duo Explorer is $44 cheaper. On the default GearScore the Dipole 2 DW leads 77 to 75.
Pick the Dipole 2 DW if you care most about low weight and space-to-weight, which makes it the better call for counting grams on long miles. Pick the Lunar Duo Explorer if price matter more to you, or you are focused on getting the most for your money.
The Tarptent Dipole 2 DW. It is 6 oz lighter than the Lunar Duo Explorer.
The Tarptent Dipole 2 DW. It is better space-to-weight than the Lunar Duo Explorer.
The Tarptent Dipole 2 DW, 77 to 75 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
It depends on your priorities. Go with the Dipole 2 DW for low weight, or the Lunar Duo Explorer for price. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.