Best 5 Person Camping Tents

Here I give my list of the best 5 person camping tents currently available on the market, very different in style and size, with the inner area in the range of 6 – 21 square meters. So you have plenty of options to choose from.

Did you notice that there are far fewer tents for an odd number of users than the tents with an even number? When did you see a 13-person tent? But yes there are many 12-person tents (see this Ozark Trail 12 person dark rest tent) and also 14-person tents like this Ozark Trail Base Camp 14. It is hard to find any 7-person tent while there are many for 6 people and for 8 people.

With 5-person tents the situation is a bit better, but here too you have far less than 6-person tents. This is easy to realize if you check my Category of 5 – 6 people tents. But some manufacturers like Vango have them quite a few so it is no surprise that there are several of their tents below in the list.

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My list of the best 5 person tents for camping

So here are the tents ordered by the inner floor area from smaller to larger.

 

The list includes the following types:

• Tunnel-type tents.
• Cabin tents.
• Dome tents and some variants. You will see some full-coverage fly tents as well as partial-coverage type.
• Air beam tents or inflatable tents.
• Canvas tents.

When you check their size, you will realize that they could be categorized into these two main groups:

• 5 person tents with the capacity measured by the backpacking principle.
• 5 person camping tents where the backpacking principle is not used.

You will easily see the difference, the tents from the first group are small, usually single-room structures. The second group includes huge and luxurious multi-room tents, and those are mainly tunnel-type tents. So have a look.

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1. Vango Apollo 500 Five Man Tent

Here you have an extended dome construction with a large floored vestibule supported by one extra pole. There are 2 large doors and the tent is also with solid windows and an impressive waterproof rating.

The poles are fiberglass, the material used in many tents of this brand. The tent weighs 19.64 lb (8.91 kg) and the inner floored area is 61 ft² (5.67 m²) so this explains its position here in the list. But there is also the vestibule area of 50 ft² (4.6 m²). So the total protected area is quite good 111 ft² (10.27 m²).

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2. Outsunny Easy Pop Up Tent 5 Person

This Outsunny Easy Pop Up Tent 5 Person is a very tall tent for its size, the peak height is no less than 76.75 inches (195 cm). This is a pleasant freestanding cabin-style instant setup tent with an unusual combination of 4 doors.

The poles are an aluminum/fiberglass combination, and the tent is built as a single-layer construction. The weight is 13.5 lb (6.12 kg), and the floored area is 62 ft² (5.76 m²). So it is best to downgrade it to 3 people or so.

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3. Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL5 Tent

This is an ultralight tent and it is likely that you will not find anything lighter on the market. It has 2 doors and 2 vestibules, and it is supported with quality DAC aluminum poles. With all this, the tent is suitable for backpackers and hikers. 

Although it is ultralight, it includes some really great features. So you have what they call Quick Stash door keeper pouches located on the tent body door, 8 interior mesh pockets, and 4 media pockets.

The tent also has low vent features on vestibule doors, and one fly vent. Here are some numbers. The weight is 7 lb 5 oz (3.32 kg) and the inner area is 65 ft² (6 m²). The two vestibules add 17 + 17 ft² (1.6 + 1.6 m²).

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4. MOON LENCE Instant Pop Up Tent 4-5 Person

This MOON LENCE Instant Pop Up Tent is here because of its declared capacity mentioned in the name. The floor area is 75 ft² (7 m²) so it can accommodate 5 users. It is very suitable for people who change the place frequently. This is because, as its name suggests, this is also an instant tent so setting it up is incredibly easy.

The tent is also a very pleasant dome tent with its 5 windows and one door, and it is fully freestanding. The base is a pentagon shape supported by its fiberglass poles. It is very light, it weighs 10.25 lb (4.65 kg). You would want to know that it is incredibly affordable.

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5. Coleman Trailblazer 5 Plus Tenda Tent

This tent has a relatively modest inner area of 78.6 ft² (7.3 m²), but there is also a vestibule with its linked-in floor. So the total area is much bigger and you have 142.6 ft² (13.3 m²).

Note that the vestibule acts almost like a room, so this could be described also as a 2-room tent. This is behind the word Plus in its name. It has three huge doors visible in the picture, plus two PVC windows. It offers an awning configuration with its included poles. The waterproof rating is huge so this is a true 3-season tent.

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6. ALPS Mountaineering Meramac 5 ZF Tent

The Meramac 5 ZF is a very popular tent, a simple freestanding dome-style structure that is easy to use and even to carry around. It offers 80 ft² (7.4 m²) of the inner area and this is all you have here as it is without vestibules or awnings.

The dimensions are 10 x 8 ft (3.05 x 2.44 m), so indeed you can put 5 sleeping pads on the floor, they have used the backpacking principle here. This can work if you only plan to spend the night in it. For real camping downgrade this to 2 – 3 people.

The peak height is great indeed, you have 72 inches (183 cm). The weight of 15 lbs (6.8 kg) and the packed size of 25 x 8 inches (64 x 20 cm) are such that perhaps it can be carried on some shorter hiking tours if the group members share the weight. But it is best used as a car camping tent.

The tent is with 2 doors and with 2 fiberglass 11 mm poles plus a brow pole. The body fabric is 75D 185T polyester, the floor, and the partial coverage fly are both with 1500 mm coating. Note that this is a new version of this popular tent, with the letters ZF in the name. This describes the improved zippers and floor. The floor is 210D nylon, a really durable construction. Please read more in my full review.

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7. Browning Camping Big Horn 5 Person Tent

If you are familiar with the Browning Camping brand then you know they build reliable tents, and the one you have here is an example. This is a rather new tent on the market, built in the cabin style and with a minimal fly. But all seams are fully sealed and the walls are waterproof so you have full protection. Note that they launched this tent initially under the name Browning Camping Ridge Creek 5 Person Tent, but just a few months later the name is as you see now.

The tent is freestanding but it is very tall, you have a peak height of 7 ft (213 cm), so do not miss to stake it down properly. The official capacity is 5 people but the floor area is 80 ft² (7.4 m²) and it is best to downgrade this to 2 – 3 people maximum.

The tent is a bit heavy, it weighs 21 lb (9.5 kg), but this is a car camping tool so the weight is not so important. The packed size is not so bad, it packs nicely to its carry bag which is (L x D) 28 x 8 in (71 x 20 cm). Please follow the link for more.

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8. Browning Camping Big Horn 5 Tent Plus Screen Room

This tent is a cabin type two-room configuration with one of the rooms that is floorless and it can be used as a screen room, but it is fully closable. The tent is also incredibly tall with its peak height of 90 inches (229 cm).

There are two doors and one large vestibule, and there are also many windows. It offers several awning configurations with the awning poles that are included. 

The weight is 39 lb 8 oz (17.9 kg), the floored room area is 80 ft² (7.4 m²), and the same you have in the screen room area. The vestibule adds extra 26 ft² (2.4 m²) of covered space for storage.

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9. TIMBER RIDGE 5 Person SUV Tent with Movie Screen

Here you have a pleasant and tall freestanding shelter that can be used with various vehicles. The picture shows its extra panel on the side for connection with a vehicle.

This is a very typical cabin type structure with steep walls and with 3 windows in total. There are two doors, one for the vehicle connection and one external shown in the picture.

The tent weighs 28 lb (12.7 kg) and its inner area is 80 ft² (7.4 m²). Note that it is also very affordable.

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10. ALPS Mountaineering Taurus 5 Outfitter Tent 

The inner area of this tent is the same as in the Meramac tent from the same brand above. But as you realize from the picture, this is a tent with a full-coverage fly. It has the same floor durability as the Meramac tent, but it comes with aluminum poles. So all in all this is a more durable tent.

The inner area is only 80 ft² (7.44 m²) but the two vestibules add 32 ft² (3.25 m²), so the total protected area is 112 ft² (10.7 m²), and you have 22.4 ft² (2.14 m²) per person. The waterproof rating for the floor and the fly is the same as in the Meramac tent, so it is 1500 mm. The structure is with very small mesh sections in the inner tent, so it is better suited for a cooler environment with lots of rain. Please see more in my full review.

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11. Eureka Tetragon NX 5 3-Season Camping Tent

This Eureka Tetragon NX 5 3-Season Camping Tent is a simple dome structure but it is quite tall for a dome tent. The peak height here is 6 ft (183 cm).

The tent has one door and one window and it is suitable for 2-3 season camping and quiet weather conditions. It is freestanding and the poles are fiberglass. The weight is 11 lb 15 oz (5.4 kg) and the floored area is 81 ft² (7.5 m²).

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12. Texsport 5 Person Headquarters Camo Square Dome

This Texsport 5 Person Headquarters Camo Square Dome is a freestanding and easy-to-use structure with 4 windows on all sides. As you realize this is a simple dome but it is quite tall for such a type, the peak height is 6 ft (183 cm).

The poles are fiberglass, the weight is moderate 14.8 lb (6.7 kg), and the total area is 81 ft² (7.5 m²). Note that there are no vestibules. The tent is also very affordable.

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13. Zempire Pronto 5 Tent

This tent offers an inner floored area of 84 ft² (7.6 m²), and you also have a porch area of 41 ft² (3.8 m²). So this is good enough for 5 users. The shape is a dome and the tent is very tall with a peak height of 78.7 inches (200 cm).

The tent is supported by single-point inflation air beams system, which is quite unique. But it has multiple deflation beams. There are several patented features here, and its ventilation is excellent. You also have an E-cable port. The weight is 36 lb 9.6 oz (16.6 kg).

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14. Mountainsmith Conifer 5 Plus Tent

The Conifer 5+ is a 5 person tent but they add the ‘plus’ to indicate that you have more than enough space for such a number of users. So indeed, you have 84 ft² (7.75 m²), but the tent is also with vestibules that add 33 ft² (3.1 m²).

This is an extended-dome type tent, so you have the main part which is a dome with 3 poles, so the structure is very stable and strong. But you also have one extra pole that creates a large vestibule (or a porch if you wish). There is yet another smaller vestibule on the opposite side.

The tent is lightweight and portable, and this makes it very versatile. This is a true 3-season tent, so you have a very good rating of 2000 mm for the fly and 5000 mm for the floor. The fly is a full-coverage type so you have full protection from elements. Please read more in my full review.

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15. Russian-Bear Hot Tent with Stove Jack

This tent can accommodate up to 5 people and the area is 88 ft² (8.17 m²). But this is a special tent, unlike anything you have here in the list. The tent is heavy and it weighs 55.1 lb (25 kg), but see what it offers.

This is an instant-setup and also a double-wall structure for all seasons and all climates. It comes with two doors and 2 windows. But the windows are 5-layer type and the doors are 3-layers. Note also that you can order it together with a wood-burning tent stove.

It has an additional removable hinged door. One of the layers in the mentioned windows is a solid PVC layer. The tent comes with an integrated stove jack and I have added it to my corresponding list of tents with a stove jack. As you see from the picture above, you have an external ground flap to press with snow and to prevent cold drafts. It has an awning included, and the structure is a bit darkened. A large gear loft and several removable storage sets are also included.

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16. NTK Hunter GT 5 to 6 Person Tent

This Hunter GT 5 to 6 Person Tent is a new item on the market, a fully freestanding structure from their new series with this camo design. The setup is very easy, you have two main poles that create the dome, plus one short cross pole that creates the awning which you see in the picture.

The poles are fiberglass and the material is polyester with a very good waterproof rating of 2500 mm. The floor is very durable polyethylene. There are no vestibules here, the whole protected area is inside. You have 96 ft² (8.9 m²) which is quite enough for 5 people but not so great for 6.

The tent is reasonably light, it weighs 15.2 lb (6.9 kg) so you can take it on a shorter hiking tour. But this is a camping tent and this is how it should be used. Note also that it is very affordable, please follow the links for updates.

Note that they also have a very similar tent in a different color, built in the same style, the NTK Cherokee GT 5/6 Person Tent.

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17. NTK Indy GT XL 5/6 person

Here you have two options; one is a 5 – 6 people tent as indicated in the title and the other is 4 – 5 people tent. Both are very affordable and they look the same and the only difference is in the floor size. However, both are with quite a small sleeping area although each of the tents has a large porch. Please see the tent in this video:

So the sleeping part of the tent is a very typical dome structure, just two fiberglass poles creating the usual X-shaped freestanding dome.

But the tent is with a large porch supported by yet another pole. This is the best part of the tent as you have seen in the video. You have two doors and one door flap allows for an awning configuration. However, this part must be staked down properly to be fully functional and this is why the tent is not freestanding as a whole.

The weight is 7.8 kg (17.2 lb) so this is a heavy tent and not suitable to be carried around. It is a full-coverage fly type and the fly is a 190T polyester laminated with polyurethane and it is with a 2500 mm waterproof rating. The floor fabric is high-density polyethylene that is normally fully waterproof. So this is a 3-season tent in the true sense, very reliable and functional.

The dimensions are as follows. The height is 190 cm (74.8 in) and the sleeping area is 2.4 x 2.4 m (94.5 x 94.5 in) so you have only 5.76 m² (62 ft²). It is hard to imagine how 5 to 6 people could fit in such a small place.

Though you also have the mentioned porch which has more than 4.5 m² (49 ft²). Clearly, this is a huge area to store all your gear and to use for cooking. You have a removable floor here as well.

So the total area is more than 10.26 m² (111 ft²) and this becomes 2 m² (22 ft²) per person. From this perspective, the tent looks like a large area, but bear in mind its inner tent dimensions.

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18. Snow Peak Living Lodge L Tent

The Snow Peak Living Lodge L Tent is an incredibly impressive tall and large structure. It is in such a position here in the list because of its relatively small inner floored tent with 100 ft² (9.3 m²). But the total covered space under the porch and the vestibules is around 270 ft² (25 m²). So this is one of the largest tents on the market.

The tent is very tall with its peak height of 7.9 ft (241 cm). It has two vestibules. It is supported by quality aluminum poles, and you have a footprint included.

If you want a shelter for all seasons and climates, this is it. The weight is 65 lb (29.5 kg), and the overall dimensions are 28.2 x 17.1 ft (860 x 521 cm).

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19. Vango Tyneham Tent 500

This Vango Tyneham Tent 500 is a tunnel-type tent with two rooms, and it can accommodate 5 people. For this, you have an area of 111 ft² (10.3 m²). The tent is with solid windows and a huge waterproof rating. So this is an enclosed construction suitable for cold weather camping and for areas with lots of rain.

Vango describes its tents of this type as a lights-out design, so this means decreased daylight, this is why it is added also to my list of best dark-rest tents. There are 3 fiberglass loops that support the tent, and the fabric is with a huge waterproof rating. The tent weighs 26.2 lb (11.9 kg).

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20. Outwell Cedarville 5A Air 5 Man Tunnel Tent

This Outwell Cedarville 5A Air 5 Man Tunnel Tent offers an area of 127.6 ft² (11.85 m²) organized into three rooms. So this is plenty of space for 5 people. It is supported by 3 air beams instead of classic poles, and they create loops so the overall structure is tunnel-type. I have included it also in my list of best inflatable tents for camping.

The tent is tall with a peak external height of 82.68 inches (210 cm). You have solid and tinted windows with panels for privacy, E-cable ports are available, and the tent has a huge waterproof rating for protection in any weather conditions. The weight is 37.26 lb (17 kg).

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21. Vango Airbeam Portland Tent 500

This Vango Airbeam Portland Tent 500 is with a floored area of 130 ft² (12.1 m²). So this is a generous space for 5 users. This is a 2-room tent and with features that make it suitable for 3-season plus family camping.

You have solid windows, a huge waterproof rating, and inflatable beams instead of solid poles. Note that an air pump is included. This is why I have included it also in my list of inflatable tents.

This is what they call a lights-out design, so the materials are a bit darker and glare is reduced and you can sleep longer in the morning. The weight is 28.4 lb (12.9 kg).

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22. Coleman Rocky Mountain 5 Plus Tunnel Tent

This Rocky Mountain 5 Plus tent is impressive in many ways. Just see its most important features which include the following. This is a 3-room tent and the sleeping area is the so-called blackout design (or dark rest as some call it). Because of this, it also allows for partial climate control which implies that the temperature is cooler during the day and the tent remains warmer during the night.

You also have 4 PVC windows, an E-cable port, and the tent fabric is with SPF 50 UV protection rating. Above all, you have an impressive 4500 mm waterproof rating. So this is a tent which will protect you in any weather conditions in a 3-season use.

You have 133.5 ft² (12.4 m²) of the inner area which means 26.7 ft² (2.48 m²) per person if used by 5 people as its declared capacity suggests. So this is a luxurious camping tent. Please read more in my detailed review.

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23. Vango Skye 500 5 Person Tent

This Skye 5 person tent is a new 2018 item, a tunnel shape tent with three fiberglass poles and organized into two separate units. So you have an inner tent which is a sleeping area for up to 5 people, and a sitting room. The two rooms are nearly the same size.

There is one entry door and two inner doors, and you have two narrow PVC windows in the sitting area. The floor is bathtub type in the sleeping room and it extends into the sitting area but here it is linked-in to the shell so you can roll it out of you want to.

The waterproof rating for the shell is 3000 mm, so the tent provides full protection from elements. There are two large vents for air circulation. The area is around 133.5 ft² (12.4 m²), the tent weighs 20.57 lb (9.33 kg), and the packed size is (L x D) 27.5 x 9.8 inches (70 x 25 cm). Note that this is an incredibly affordable but reliable tent.

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24. Skandika Weatherproof Tonsberg Tent

This Tonsberg tent is with a declared 5-person capacity, but it offers 135.6 ft² (12.6 m²) of floor area, in its generous 3-room structure. You have a large living area and two sleeping units with a removable divider.

The living area is with 3 entry doors and you also have 2 inner doors in the sleeping area. The front door’s flap converts to a pleasant awning for sitting in the shade when the sky is clear.

Note also that the ceiling is very high here, no less than 86.6 inches (220 cm) at the peak, and this is why I have included it in my list of very tall tents. If you go to Amazon, you will see the word dome used in the name of this tent, but this is a very typical cabin-style structure with straight walls.

It is a bit heavy and bulky when packed but this is not surprising in view of its size and its steel and fiberglass poles. Note that the waterproof rating is 4000 mm for the fly and 2000 mm for the rest.

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25. Ferrino Meteora 5 Tent

This beautifully designed tent is here because of its 5-person declared capacity. But it offers an area of 136.7 ft² (12.7 m²) in its three rooms, so this is a luxurious camping option. The sleeping area is an inner tent within the shell tent. I have included it also in the list of best 3-room tents.

So you have a tunnel-type structure for 3-season camping, and it is equipped with 2 doors and 2 separate windows, and with 4 roof vents. This is a very tall and pleasant tent with fiberglass poles and a great waterproof rating. It weighs 28.2 lb (12.8 kg).

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26. Vango Airbeam Odyssey Air 500 Villa Tent

Here you have a tent that is officially for 5 users. For this you have a 3-room structure with an area of 140 ft² (13 m²). This is a very tall tent with a peak height of 82.7 in (210 cm). It is supported by air beams and this is why it is also in my list of best inflatable tents. You have a double-action manual pump included.

The tent comes with solid windows, a fully sewn-in floor, an E-cable port, and a huge waterproof rating. A few numbers that you might want to have, the weight is 40.9 lb (18.55 kg), and the packed size is 27.6 x 15.7 x 14.6 in (70 x 40 x 37 cm).

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27. Coleman Waterfall 5 Deluxe Tent

Here you have a beautiful 3-room extended dome structure built for 3-season family camping. So you have a large living room, plus an inner tent with two sleeping units. These bedrooms are darkened for reduced glare.

This tent is originally built for the EU market and it has been around for years. So the waterproof rating is huge, the floor is fully sealed, and the sleeping area has two floor layers.

The tent comes with an e-cable port, solid windows, stand-up height, an awning setup with the included awning poles, and many more features. It is here because of its 5-person declared capacity, but it offers lots of space and it can accommodate more people if necessary. The area is 144 ft² (13.4 m²).

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28. Ferrino Proxes 5 Family Tent

Here you have a tent from a brand that started building such items more than a century ago. This Ferrino Proxes 5 Family Tent is a very functional and reliable 3-room and 3-season family camping tent.

The structure includes an inner tent within the external shell, and this is the sleeping area. You also have a large living room, completely floored and with a sewn-in floor. So the tent can accommodate more people than what its declared capacity tells you.

This is a tunnel-type tent and I have included it in my list of best tunnel tents. The poles are fiberglass, and the fabric is with a very good waterproof rating of 2000 mm. There are two floors in the sleeping area and the combined rating is over 12500 mm. The tent weighs 26.46 lb (12 kg) and its area is 145 ft² (13.4 m²).

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29. Ferrino Ready Steady 5 Inflating Family Tent

This tent offers a floor area of 145 ft² (13.5 m²), so this is plenty of space for 5 users, this is why it is here in the list. It is a tunnel-shaped structure supported by three air beams and it is included in my list of best inflatable tents.

The area is organized into 3 separate rooms, and I have included it also in my list of best 3-room tents. The tent has 4 doors and multiple vents, and there are many storage elements for your small items. It weighs 25.6 lb (11.6 kg) so this is a car camping tent.

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30. Vango Iris 500 Tent

The Iris 500 tent comes with 3 rooms and it offers 14 square meters (150 ft²) for 5 people. So this is quite some space for family camping and the organization is excellent.

This is a fully enclosed design, so you have PVC windows and the tent is without mesh. The floor is fully sealed so the tent is built to keep the warmth and this is why I have included it also in my list of cold weather tents.

The waterproof rating is typical for Vango, so you have 4000 mm for the shell and much more for the floor. Note that the poles are fiberglass and this is not so strong material, so avoid snow on the roof. Please read more in my full review.

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31. Vango Omega 500 XL Tent

This tent offers 151 ft² (14 m²) of the inner area which makes 30.2 ft² (2.8 m²) per person. Space is divided into 3 separate rooms and those include 2 smaller sleeping units within the inner tent plus a pleasant living room.

This is an awarded series and this is not surprising when you see its organization and features and its 5000 mm waterproof rating. You will not find many tents exceeding this number. This makes it suitable for any weather situation in a 3-season-plus use.

Note that one of the doors is without mesh but you have it on the main door which is a double layer design. Also bear in mind that the floor in the living area is not sewn-in so you can remove it if necessary for cleaning or for any other reason. Please read more in my detailed review.

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32. Outwell Flagstaff 5 Person Deluxe Tent

This is a 5-person tent and this is why it is here in the list. But this is not just an ordinary tent, here you have a structure packed with great features. It offers 155.4 ft² (14.44 m²) of fully protected space, plus 33.4 ft² (3.1 m²) under the porch. You have 3 rooms, 2 external doors, and 2 inner doors, all with mesh, thermo-reflective coating, and the dark-rest design

Note also that this is a fully enclosed design with a completely sealed floor and solid PVC windows. You have a huge waterproof rating of 5000 mm for the fly and 10000 mm for the floor. The tent is with steel poles and it is designed for the level 10 wind force on the Beaufort scale. This is why I have included it in my list of the best cold weather tents for camping. Please read more in my full review.

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33. Vango Woburn 500 5 Man Family Tent

This tent is very similar to the Odyssey model above, but here you have classic poles. In fact, the poles are fiberglass and this is probably the only objection I would have to this great tent. You will notice that it is lighter than the Odyssey, so here you have 13.15 kg (29 lb) which is still a lot.

The waterproof rating is the same so you have 4000 mm, and with its fully waterproof floor and taped seams this is a tent for all weather conditions in a 3-season use.

The packed size is great indeed, only (L x D) 63 x 28 cm (25 x 11 in) so you can transport it even on a motorbike. But see the size as well; you have the dimensions 465 x 320 cm (183 x 126 in) which makes 14.88 m² (160 ft²), the same as in the Odyssey 500 tent.

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34. Coleman Galileo 5 Tunnel Tent

The Galileo 5 is what its name says, a 5-person camping tent. But it offers lots of space in its 3 rooms, the total area is 161.4 ft² (15 m²). This is an enclosed design without mesh and you have solid PVC windows, the floor is fully sewn-in and sealed. This is why I have included it also in my list of tents for a cold environment.

The tent comes with a 3000 mm waterproof rating for the shell and 10000 mm for the floor, so you have full protection from the elements. Note that the poles are fiberglass. The tent is with 2 entry doors, two inner doors, and 4 windows. The area is organized into two sleeping units plus a large living room. Please read more in my full review.

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35. Ferrino Chanty 5 Deluxe Family Tent

The Chanty Deluxe 5 is officially a 5-person tent but it offers 161 ft² (15 m²) of fully protected area in its 3 rooms. So this is plenty of space and it could easily accommodate a few more.

This is a tunnel-type tent with three pre-bent poles, and very tall with a 215 cm peak height. Note that the sleeping area includes two separate tents and this is a double-layer zone. The third room is the pleasant living room shown above. The poles are fiberglass.

The tent features 3 large doors and all are equipped with mesh and panels. There are also two zippered windows that are with mesh and panels. The protection is optimal here in particular from the ground. The inner tents have their own floors with a 2500 mm waterproof rating, but you also have a fully sealed second layer, the main polyethylene floor which is fully waterproof. The waterproof rating for the shell is 2000 mm.

So what you have here is a true 3-season tent with excellent ventilation based on several vents around and on the mentioned mesh windows and doors. Please follow the link for more.

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36. Ferrino Proxes 5 Advanced Family Tent

This Proxes 5 Advanced is here because of its declared 5-person capacity. It offers 161 ft² (15 m²) of fully protected space in its 3 rooms, so clearly it can accommodate far more. The sleeping area on the back is a tent within the tent, and here you have a removable divider inside. The front part is a large living room.

There are 3 doors, two visible in the picture and one on the rear narrow side behind the sleeping area. Note that only the side door visible in the picture above is a double-layer with mesh and panel. There are also two inner doors both with panels and mesh.

The poles are fiberglass. The shell rating is 2000 mm for the fly and 10000 mm for the floor. The inner tent has its extra floor with a 2500 mm rating. Please follow the link to read more.

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37. Coleman Mosedale 5 Family 5 Person Tent

This tent is officially for 5 people, but it offers 170 ft² (15.7 m²). So if necessary, it can accommodate 10 people. The area is organized into 3 rooms and you have dark rest bedrooms that block 99% of daylight.

The tent is nicely ventilated and suitable at least for 3 seasons. The fabric is with a very high waterproof rating, the windows are solid, and the poles are fiberglass. The weight is 37.9 lb (17.2 kg).  

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38. Coleman Tent Pinto Mountain 5 Plus

In this Coleman Tent Pinto Mountain 5 Plus you have 170 ft² (15.8 m²) of floor area, so imagine how much comfort this tent offers in view of its official capacity that is only 5 people. In fact, it can accommodate far more people if necessary.

Coleman is also the best-known brand for its dark-rest tents and this is one of its champions. It blocks up to 99% of the daylight. I have included it in my list of best dark rest tents.

As you see from the picture this is a tunnel-type pleasant structure, and you have 3 rooms and 2 doors with mesh and panels. This is why I have included it also in my list of best 3 room tents. It has a huge waterproof rating, solid windows, floor and roof vents, and much more. The tent weighs 37 lb (16.8 kg).

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39. Jack Wolfskin Travel Lodge FR tent

This Travel Lodge is with a declared capacity of 5-7 people, but I have added it to this list with 5-people tents because this configuration offers the best comfort. So this is a tent with 4 rooms, a modular design with two inner tents and those can be used in various ways.

So you can remove one, you can only partly or fully detach the other one, or you can remove the divider in the bigger inner tent and this will give 7 people capacity. I have included this tent in my list of best 4-room tents and also in the list of best tunnel tents.

The tent is with 3 entry doors and they all are double-layer type mesh and panels, and there are also 4 PVC windows. The support is by top-quality DAC aluminum, and the waterproof rating is a huge 4000 mm. The picture above shows the awning configuration with two poles that are included.

This is a tent for all seasons. But the shell floor is not sewn-in, it attaches with buckles. The area is around 183 ft² (17 m²) and the tent is 74.8 inches (190 cm) high. Please follow the link to read much more.

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40. Zempire Aero TL PRO Series Tent

This is officially for 5 people, but its inner floored area is 187.2 ft² (17.4 m²) and there is a porch that adds 54.9 ft² (5.1 m²). Note that the porch is fully protected. So the tent can accommodate far more than 5 persons. There are 3 separate rooms and the bedrooms are dark rest type.

It is very tall tent and supported by air beams, incredibly ventilated, with solid tinted and mesh windows combined, and with many doors. 

You also have multiple cable entry ports, and the tent offers an awning configuration with solid poles included. The fabric is with a very high waterproof rating. The weight is 70.5 lb (32 kg). 

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41. Skandika Gotland Group or Family Tunnel Tent 5 Person

This Skandika Gotland Group or Family Tunnel Tent 5 Person offers an area of 201 ft² (18.68 m²) in its 3 rooms, and this is officially for 5 people only, so imagine how luxurious this looks. This is a tunnel-shaped tent with many doors and windows and a huge waterproof rating for full protection in a 3-season use.

The tent has mesh on all doors and on several of its windows, but all these openings can be closed with panels. There are an E-cable port and storage pouches on the inner walls. The weight is 40.8 lb (18.5 kg) and the poles are fiberglass.

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42. 65th Anniversary Snow Peak Land Base 6 Pro Tent

This is a unique and colossal camping shelter, specially released to commemorate the 65th anniversary of the esteemed Japanese Snow Peak brand. Defying conventional categorization, this tent boasts an enormous hexagonal floorless shell, covering approximately 40 square meters.

While officially accommodating 5-6 people, its distinctive design allows it to house at least 5 inner tents, creating a multi-room structure within the expansive floorless living space.

The tent’s remarkable peak height, two large double-layer doors, and four windows with fixed mesh and zippered panels provide optimal ventilation and privacy.

Despite its premium quality materials and construction, including a durable 210D polyester ripstop shell with a PU coating, its hefty price tag and the need to separately purchase essential components like poles and stakes may be considerations.

However, for those seeking a luxurious and distinctive camping experience, the Snow Peak Land Base 6 Pro Tent offers unparalleled spaciousness and adaptability.

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How to choose – buyer’s guide

You have realized from the list above that this 5-person size group includes a variety of types and styles. So choosing is not easy and here are a few tips that might help.

Regarding climate & seasons

If you need a tent for warm weather camping, and with no much rain and wind, go for some of the cabin-style tents. The reason is that such tents are usually tall and pleasant, with many windows and with mesh in the ceiling. So you will have plenty of air and you need it in such a climate.

But for a cooler climate and perhaps with lots of rain, go for some of the tunnel tents or dome tents with full coverage fly. Dome tents tend to offer less comfort but with a full fly, you will be protected from elements.

Regarding the weight & packed size

The weight will depend on the size of course. But in general, dome-style tents are usually lighter and they pack well, so they will not take much space in the car trunk.

Regarding capacity 

In most cases, manufacturers determine the capacity of a tent by the number of sleeping pads that they can put on the floor of the tent. But for a family camping, you will need space to keep your gear. So it is best to ignore the capacity and inspect the actual dimensions of a tent. This holds in particular for cabin and dome tents.

Tunnel tents are usually built with lots of space. Many of them are from the European manufacturer and built for areas with lots of rain, so it is assumed that you will spend lots of time in the tent. Therefore you will need more space. Such tents have multiple rooms.

Regarding ease of use

Normally, dome tents are simple and very easy to use. But if you plan to change your camping place frequently, check some of the instant tents in the list. Note that tents with air beams are also a sort of instant tents and easy to use.

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Final thoughts

Please check also my very long list with the 6-person family camping tents. If you need much bigger tents, just look around and check in the Categories above. Thank you for reading and have a nice day.