Two tents worth lining up side by side. The Duplex takes a modest overall edge, led by low weight, but the Hornet Elite OSMO 2P has its own case.
| Zpacks Duplex | NEMO Hornet Elite OSMO 2P | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 86✓ | 79 |
| Capacity | 2 | 2 |
| Packed weight | 17.8 oz✓ | 27.0 oz |
| Floor area | 28.1 sq ft✓ | 27.3 sq ft |
| Space-to-weight | 25.3 /lb✓ | 16.2 /lb |
| Peak height | 48 in✓ | 37 in |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Vestibules | 2 | 2 |
| Price | $749 | $700✓ |
| Type | Ultralight | Ultralight |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Duplex 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 Zpacks Duplex and NEMO Hornet Elite OSMO 2P take different routes to the same job. The Duplex wins on low weight and floor space, and the Hornet Elite OSMO 2P pushes back on price.
The Duplex is 9 oz lighter, more floor area (28.1 vs 27.3 sq ft), and better space-to-weight. The Hornet Elite OSMO 2P is $49 cheaper. On the default GearScore the Duplex leads 86 to 79.
Pick the Duplex 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 price matter more to you, or you are focused on getting the most for your money.
The Zpacks Duplex. It is 9 oz lighter than the Hornet Elite OSMO 2P.
The Zpacks Duplex. It is more floor area (28.1 vs 27.3 sq ft) than the Hornet Elite OSMO 2P.
The Zpacks Duplex, 86 to 79 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
It depends on your priorities. Go with the Duplex for low weight, or the Hornet Elite OSMO 2P for price. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.