Zpacks Duplex vs Pivot Duo Tent

Duplex is the lighter of the two by 46 g (1.6 oz).

Duplex lists for $100.00 less at the manufacturer's price.

Per ounce carried, Duplex costs less: $42.13/oz against $43.76/oz.

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Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The best value in each row is highlighted.

Duplex

Zpacks

Pivot Duo Tent

Zpacks

Weight
17.8 oz
19.4 oz
MSRP
$749.00
$849.00
Price per ounce
$42.13/oz
$43.76/oz
Retailers
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Which one to choose

  • Choose the Zpacks Duplex if every ounce counts — 17.8 oz against 19.4 oz.
  • Choose the Zpacks Duplex if value per ounce carried decides it ($42.13/oz against $43.76/oz).

Questions this comparison answers

Is the Zpacks Duplex lighter than the Zpacks Pivot Duo Tent?
Duplex is the lighter of the two by 46 g (1.6 oz).
Which has the lower list price, the Zpacks Duplex or the Zpacks Pivot Duo Tent?
Duplex lists for $100.00 less in manufacturer list price (MSRP).
Which is better value per ounce, the Zpacks Duplex or the Zpacks Pivot Duo Tent?
Per ounce carried, Duplex costs less: $42.13/oz against $43.76/oz of manufacturer list price (MSRP).

Duplex

The Duplex Classic tent will allow you to push your limits and hike greater distances. Specifically designed for the demands of long distance backpacking with a no frills, no fuss mindset, the award-winning Duplex hits the sweet spot when it comes to size, weight, and features. Lightweight, roomy, well-ventilated, packs down small, pitches easily.

Full specs and prices for the Duplex →

Pivot Duo Tent

Meet the Pivot Duo — the lightest and roomiest full-featured two-person tent in the world that accommodates two wide long sleeping pads. Crafted from premium Dyneema Composite Fabric in the USA.

Full specs and prices for the Pivot Duo Tent →

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