Here is how these two tents compare on the numbers. The Hogback takes a modest overall edge, led by low weight, but the Limelight Ultralight 3P has its own case.
| Tarptent Hogback | Marmot Limelight Ultralight 3P | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 80✓ | 78 |
| Capacity | 4 | 3 |
| Packed weight | 51.7 oz✓ | 52.8 oz |
| Floor area | 51.4 sq ft✓ | 40.9 sq ft |
| Space-to-weight | 15.9 /lb✓ | 12.4 /lb |
| Peak height | 48 in✓ | 46.5 in |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Vestibules | 2 | 2 |
| Price | $549✓ | $589 |
| Type | Ultralight | Ultralight |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Hogback in blue, Limelight Ultralight 3P 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 Tarptent Hogback against the Marmot Limelight Ultralight 3P is a study in priorities. The Hogback wins on low weight and floor space, and the Limelight Ultralight 3P pushes back on value.
The Hogback is 1 oz lighter, more floor area (51.4 vs 40.9 sq ft), and better space-to-weight. On the default GearScore the Hogback leads 80 to 78.
Pick the Hogback if you care most about low weight and floor space, which makes it the better call for counting grams on long miles. Pick the Limelight Ultralight 3P if you would rather save the difference.
The Tarptent Hogback. It is 1 oz lighter than the Limelight Ultralight 3P.
The Tarptent Hogback. It is more floor area (51.4 vs 40.9 sq ft) than the Limelight Ultralight 3P.
The Tarptent Hogback, 80 to 78 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
It depends on your priorities. Go with the Hogback for low weight, or the Limelight Ultralight 3P for the price. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.