The best pop-up and air tents: the finest shelters you can pitch in no time at all
By Alex Foxfield (image credit: Decathlon)
Easy camping
Pop-up, easy-up and air tents have come a long way since they first started appearing on campsites and festival fields. They're now more robust than ever. (image credit: Decathlon)
The best of the best
We've selected some of the best inflatable and pop-up tents currently on sale, so your next camping trip is a breeze. (image credit: Outwell)
Quechua 2 Seconds Easy Fresh and Black
Pop-up tents have come a long way and this Decathlon model is among the best we've tried. Exceptionally easy to erect, it's a time-saving genius. (image credit: Decathlon)
Coleman Pop Up Tent Galiano
Although not as robust as rivals, Coleman's Galiano is a versatile beast, easy to erect and great for summer trips where ventilation is key. (image credit: Coleman)
Berghaus Air 6XL
Large, waterproof and suitable for six people, this versatile Berghaus offering is more canvas hotel than it is tent. (image credit: Berghaus)
Vango Joro Air 600XL Sentinel Eco
This huge, fast-up family tent features a flysheet made from 100 per cent recycled single-use plastics. (image credit: Vango)
Outwell Airville 6SA Tent
Although more expensive and slightly smaller than rivals, this feature-rich and highly weatherproof option is good for many years of camping. (image credit: Outwell)