Bubble tents are taking camping and hanging out in the garden to the next level. Instead of lying in the darkness of an old school tent or sitting inside at home watching the rain, you could be in a transparent inflatable bubble tent. Warm and snug with space to walk around, protected from all kinds of weather, with a 360-degree panoramic view of nature in the day and the stars at night.
At A Glance: Our Top Picks for Inflatable Bubble Tents
What could be better? Well maybe a little privacy, after all, if you can see out, they can see in. But if you are perhaps doing some family camping in the wild, or are in your backyard doing some outdoor activities, then there isn’t anything to worry about. Here is a summary of the best bubble tents around.
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This igloo tent is 10 ft in diameter with a flat bottom and the main difference between it and other models is that it is missing a tunnel entrance. The door can be found on the side and this is what gives it such good value as the manufacturers have saved on materials by not including a tunnel.
It is a great size for a couple for camping or an outside chilling room, whilst doubling up as a guest room. The tent is made from transparent single-layered 0.6mm PVC material which is non-toxic and flame retardant. The unit comes with an inner blower to put up the tent with, and a repair kit. The blower is quiet and energy-saving but it needs to be on the whole time for the tent to stay up.
The tent can not be tied down, the only way to keep it in place is to fill it up with things. This is fine, say in your garden where you can fill it with furniture but when camping or at the beach, it may just blow away in a heavy gust.
This bubble tent is very spacious and is big enough for 3-4 people. It is made from 0.8mm PVC and is easy to put up and take down. It is waterproof and windproof so you won’t have to worry about the weather too much.
It comes with a blower but it is quite noisy, and it has to be on the whole time for the tent to stay up. So, if you plan on doing outdoor activities around the tent, just be aware it can be disturbing.
This is a perfect tent for going camping with the family or using it in the garden as a spare room, chill-out zone or kids play area. You can sit back, relax and watch nature and the stars go by while staying warm in all kinds of weather.
A lovely family-sized tent, perfect for 3-4 people and great to use while camping or relaxing in your garden. It has a pretty design and includes a tunnel for access and storage.
The tent comes with a blower and there are two options. A large noisy blower which you can put 1m away from the tent, although you will still hear it or, a small noiseless one. You have to choose which one you would like when you order. The small one does take a while to inflate the tent but it is quieter and you will have to have the blower running the whole time to keep the tent inflated.
Be warned, you can only return this if it has defects, the seller won’t allow a return based on anything else and it does not come with a repair kit.
This is one of the best inflatable transparent bubble tents out there. It comes with a tunnel entrance, the main room, and an extra room that can be used as a bathroom, changing, or storage area.
This bubble tent is made from environment-friendly non-toxic 0.8mm transparent PVC and it is very easy to set up, just plug in the blower and off you go. The blower does have to be plugged in the whole time to keep it inflated but there are no reports of it being noisy.
The material and welds and high quality and therefore make the tent quite durable. There is also a 1-year warranty included, which is rare in the bubble tent world.
This is a great tent to take camping, have in the garden as a kid’s plays area or as a spare room for visitors.
A great bubble tent for family camping, it can hold 3 – 4 people and is made with a combination of PVC material and Oxford fabric. This means it will be warm and cozy inside and waterproof on the outside.
The tent is of excellent quality and includes carbon fiber rods in the design to help keep up the structure supported, but is therefore quite expensive, I guess you get what you pay for in this case.
It comes with a blower that is not reported to be noisy. The blower also includes a converter, meaning you can switch it to suit the voltage where ever you are. You will have to keep the blower running to make sure the tent stays up.
This is a well-made bubble tent for couples. It suits 2 people and would be perfect for some romantic camping in the garden or in the wild.
It is made from 0.8mm PVC material and designed to handle the weather. It is waterproof and the geodesic shape means it can withstand snow and winds up to 31mph. They have even thought of airflow, ensuring you stay warm in the cold and cool in the summer. Great for families who love outdoor activities.
It is easy to set up with the included blower, which has no reports of being noisy but again it does need to be on the whole time to keep the tent up.
This inflatable bubble tent comes in a lot of sizes, from 3-8m depending on what you need. It is made from non-toxic, odorless, flame retardant PVC tarpaulin and is built to last in all kinds of weather. It is windproof, waterproof, and will not degrade in the sunshine.
This tent includes a blower and an air pump. The blower will need to be connected at all times to keep the tent inflated and the air pump is used to inflate the columns that keep the tent stable. You can turn off the air pump once they are inflated and it will not collapse as people enter and exit.
The blower is designed to be quiet and energy-saving; it takes about 20 minutes to set up the tent. It can also be connected to a car for longer periods without worrying about draining the battery.
A great bubble tent that is really durable, and perfect for all occasions.
Bubble tents are not cheap and you want to be sure that you are getting the right one for you. Here are some things to consider when you are looking for one.
Bubble tents come in sizes that accommodate 2-10 people. Ensure you know the size you would like beforehand and check the specs before you buy one. Naturally the larger the tent, the more money you will have to spend.
Some tents are made for any weather and others are just for the summer months, so be sure to pick the right tent for your needs. They are also all designed to sit on flat areas, like the beach, your lawn, or a very flat camping area. These are not for the adventurer who wants to set up anywhere so bear this in mind.
Almost all of the options here are inflatable and can be easily set up but some can be a little tricky. Some have multiple parts that need inflating, some blowers can be turned off while others can’t and some don’t need a blower and click together like plastic tile work. Be sure to check you understand what is needed and if the parts are included before you buy them.
Some manufacturers offer a one-year warranty, some don’t mention anything, others say no refunds unless it is damaged or broken on arrival. Check this before you buy and make sure it comes with a repair kit so you can fix them onsite if you need to.
We all want quality for low cost, no matter what we are buying. In this market though, you do get what you pay for. My advice would be to get the best one you can afford and do not try to cut corners on pricing. Bubble tents are not cheap and it is worth being on the lookout for discounts or clearance sales so you can get a deal.
My overall favorite is the garden greenhouse. Although it is not portable and therefore you can’t go camping with it, I think it would make the biggest difference in life and be the most useful. If I owned it, it would transform how I use my garden and I would never have to worry about a blower, the weather, or packing it away.
The best one if you have the cash is this guy. It is so spacious and set up for living in that camping in it would be a pleasure. It is transparent so that you can enjoy the view and the stars but it does incorporate a bit of privacy with the extra areas. It also has a 1-year warranty.
The award for the best all-rounder goes to this bubble tent. The main things that attract me are that it is mid-ranged in price while being very durable and can handle most weather types. It is also spacious and comes in a lot of options so you can buy just the size you need.