Here is how these two tents compare on the numbers. The Plex Solo Pro takes a modest overall edge, led by low weight, but the Aeon Li has its own case.
| Zpacks Plex Solo Pro | Tarptent Aeon Li | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 83✓ | 80 |
| Capacity | 1 | 1 |
| Packed weight | 13.8 oz✓ | 16.9 oz |
| Floor area | 19.3 sq ft✓ | 18.3 sq ft |
| Space-to-weight | 22.3 /lb✓ | 17.4 /lb |
| Peak height | 52 in✓ | 47 in |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Vestibules | 1 | 1 |
| Price | $649 | $649 |
| Type | Ultralight | Ultralight |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Plex Solo Pro in blue, Aeon Li 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 Plex Solo Pro against the Tarptent Aeon Li is a study in priorities. The Plex Solo Pro wins on low weight and floor space, and the Aeon Li pushes back on value.
The Plex Solo Pro is 3 oz lighter, more floor area (19.3 vs 18.3 sq ft), and better space-to-weight. On the default GearScore the Plex Solo Pro leads 83 to 80.
Pick the Plex Solo Pro if you care most about low weight and floor space, which makes it the better call for counting grams on long miles. Pick the Aeon Li if you would rather save the difference.
The Zpacks Plex Solo Pro. It is 3 oz lighter than the Aeon Li.
The Zpacks Plex Solo Pro. It is more floor area (19.3 vs 18.3 sq ft) than the Aeon Li.
The Zpacks Plex Solo Pro, 83 to 80 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
It depends on your priorities. Go with the Plex Solo Pro for low weight, or the Aeon Li for the price. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.