Night Cat Backpacking Tent for One 1 to 2 Persons Lightweight Waterproof Camping Hiking Tent for Adults Kids Scouts Easy Setup Single Layer 2.2x1.2m

Picked this up as a gift for an outdoorsy kid, and it ended up being a hit. He’s been using it for backyard camping and a couple short trips, and it’s held up well so far. Setup was apparently easy enough because he had it set up in 5 mins without adult help. It’s light enough that he can carry it himself without struggling. It’s a nice size for one person, maybe two if you’re keeping it tight. Feels like something he can actually grow into instead of outgrowing right away. Overall, it was a good gift choice.

TLDR; The Night Cat Backpacking Tent offers exceptional value for money with its quick setup, impressive waterproof rating, and very compact packed size. It is a spacious and reliable option for solo campers and a functional, though snug, shelter for two, making it an excellent budget-friendly choice for hiking and short backpacking trips. My initial thought when looking for a compact shelter was to find a balance between low weight and true weather protection, without the high cost of premium brands. The Night Cat Backpacking Tent (likely the dome model with fiberglass poles) stands out as a strong budget option. I chose this tent primarily for solo backpacking trips, where its low weight (around 4.4 lbs / 2kg for the 1-2 person dome) and tiny packed size—smaller than a loaf of bread—are a huge asset for fitting into a packed rucksack. The setup is remarkably quick and simple, easily done in about a minute, which is perfect after a long day of hiking. The material's high waterproof rating (often quoted as PU 3000mm) with taped seams gives me great confidence that it will stand up to the unexpected heavy rain that can crop up on a trip. For one person, the space is comfortable, leaving plenty of room for my pack and gear. As a two-person tent, it is definitely a snug fit, better suited for a couple or one adult and a child. For the price, the weather protection and ease of use are truly impressive. Upgrade Tip: While the base waterproofing is adequate, using a sealant like Sawyer's aerosol waterproofing spray is a very good upgrade to enhance the longevity and reliability of the rain protection, as the factory waterproofing can be lackluster. Pros Super Fast Setup: Simple dome design (or pop-up models) allows for assembly in about one minute, making camp easy and fast. Excellent Water Resistance: Features a high PU waterproof rating on the polyester fabric (often 2000mm-3000mm depending on the model) with taped seams, offering reliable protection in heavy rain. Lightweight and Compact: Weighs around 4.4 lbs (2kg) and packs down to a very small size (approx. 16.5"×4.7"×4.7"), ideal for minimal-bulk backpacking. Great Ventilation: Includes mesh doors and/or roof vents to ensure airflow, minimizing condensation buildup. High Value: Delivers a feature set and weather resistance typically found in more expensive tents. Cons Snug for Two: While advertised as 1-2 person, it is very snug for two adults—it is an ideal spacious solo tent. Fiberglass Poles: Some models use fiberglass poles, which are heavier and less durable than aluminum poles found in higher-end backpacking tents. Thin Floor: The floor material may be the same as the walls; a separate ground cloth or footprint is highly recommended to protect against rough terrain. Verdict The Night Cat Backpacking Tent earns a 5-star rating as an outstanding budget and entry-level backpacking tent. It is worth the price for anyone seeking a highly portable, quick-pitching, and reliably waterproof shelter without breaking the bank. It is best for solo campers, beginners, casual hikers, and anyone prioritizing a compact size and ease of use over an ultralight gram-counting design.

For a $40 tent, this was outstanding. Light enough. Roomie enough. It lasted through 3 nights of backpack camping in Idaho, setting up and tearing down each night and carrying it in my backpack. It rained medium-heavy for about an hour one night, and I stayed dry! I saw no evidence of water inside except where condensation got on my sleeping bag because I touched the side. I can't rate it a 5-star because, even though the price is low, you can tell it is cheap (probably won't last too long) and it lacks features in order to make it that cheap. Some of the 1-star reviews mentioned the poles breaking. You can tell when setting up and tearing down that the plastic material of the poles is really cheap and soft. I could literally see indentations going into the pole segments from the metal coupling as I assembled it if I wasn't careful. And the metal tip on the end of one of the poles started to come off slightly, but it lasted. Regarding features, the only window is the front door. There is no rain fly that covers the tent. The rain fly only covers the mesh part of the tent at the very top. (But the tent did stay dry in the rain.) The rope to stake down the tent has not hooks on the end and requires tying knots. I actually never staked it down.

It might be a bit small for two people, but it is great one person tent. I have enough room for my cot in there, and I sleep great in this tent. Perfect for camping, but a little to heavy for backpacking. It is easy to setup, and handles weather well. I have used mine about a half dozen times now and it has done a wonderful job in wind and rain.

Great for the price, been abusing it for 3 years on several backpacking trips with at least a hundred setup and take downs. Plenty room for me and my 95 pound dog, I can sit upright in it, very light for its price, been through rain and snow storms. Only problem is I ripped the stuff sack but probably my fault. I don't like having to slide the poles through the sleeves which is the only reason I'm thing about replacing it with the upgraded version. Highly recommend.

Easy to set up, compact, and more spacious than I expected when set up. The tent is kind of water proof. The corners of the tent were allowing water to flow in during the rainstorms, but it wasn’t too bad. The bottom of the tent is fairly thin and easily punctured. I used it for a week and ended up with two small holes in the bottom, along with 60 ants. I killed the ants and put teetree oil over the holes, and the ants stopped coming in. Overall it is a good product, but could definitely be improved

There are many reviews covering this tent on YouTube. Its a good tent! However, the mosquito net door came off track when I attempted to zip it up. Its easy to put up and take down. Its VERY roomy inside, so much so that I was able to put a cooler, backpack, pillow, sleeping bag, and a blanket inside with still room left over. It stands up to the wind well, airflow is good. Doest weigh much either. I do recommend getting heavy duty tent stakes to secure it to the ground because the ones it came with couldn't even hold the vestibule taut. It kept me warm and cozy all night in the cold desert. The interior height is good, im 5'6 and was able to be on my knees in it and stand hunched over inside when getting dressed.

Night Cat is a reputable brand. I know a few others that have there items including this tent. However I finally got to the point to where I was able to finally set it up and was inspecting it for damage. I found a miniscule tear/hole in the back of the tent. It was not on the seam but the back tarp. This tear will effectively prevent protection from the elements and also will not stop critters in getting inside the tent while sleeping. However, the ease of setup is simple. 2 spiderweb poles being draped over the tent makes for a quick setup and a quick disassembly. The only reason for the 1 star is the fact that it has a hole/tear in the back tarp completely ruining the idea of a tent.

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Great little tent. Perfect for short stays or in my case, motorbike holidays. Easy to set up and pack down. Doesn't take up a lot of space. Excellent buy!

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Good value, and nice and light

Really cool Tent,never put one up before so took me about 20 minutes to figure out but once realised it was super simple,looks elegant and love the door net nice on a sunny day ,perfect space inside,not tried in the rain. Put a tarp sheet down first to help protect the item and for a layer of warmth.. colour nice ,cosy inside and feel quite content. Love the hanging hook inside for a lamp or to hang a small item.as it's quite sturdy. Very happy with this purchase, lovely first tent.Thanking you seller.😊