A close look at two tents buyers cross-shop. On the data the Pivot Duo is the stronger all-round pick, and the question is whether the CrossPeak 2 still fits your budget or priorities.
| Zpacks Pivot Duo | Hyperlite Mountain Gear CrossPeak 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 86✓ | 78 |
| Capacity | 2 | 2 |
| Packed weight | 19.4 oz✓ | 34.0 oz |
| Floor area | 29.2 sq ft✓ | 28.4 sq ft |
| Space-to-weight | 24.1 /lb✓ | 13.4 /lb |
| Peak height | 52 in✓ | 42 in |
| Doors | 4✓ | 2 |
| Vestibules | 2 | 2 |
| Price | $849✓ | $950 |
| Type | Ultralight | Ultralight |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Pivot Duo in blue, CrossPeak 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.
Put the Zpacks Pivot Duo next to the Hyperlite CrossPeak 2 and the trade-offs are clear. The Pivot Duo is the stronger pick on most of the specs that matter, while the CrossPeak 2 makes its case on price.
The Pivot Duo is 15 oz lighter, more floor area (29.2 vs 28.4 sq ft), and better space-to-weight. On the default GearScore the Pivot Duo leads 86 to 78.
Pick the Pivot Duo if you care most about low weight and floor space, which makes it the better call for counting grams on long miles. Pick the CrossPeak 2 if you would rather save the difference.
The Zpacks Pivot Duo. It is 15 oz lighter than the CrossPeak 2.
The Zpacks Pivot Duo. It is more floor area (29.2 vs 28.4 sq ft) than the CrossPeak 2.
The Zpacks Pivot Duo, 86 to 78 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
The Pivot Duo is the stronger all-round pick here. Choose the CrossPeak 2 if it is the better value for you.