Getting four people comfortably under one roof, whether that's a crowded car camping weekend or a backcountry basecamp, takes a tent that's been thought through from the ground up. The MSR Elixir 4 has the space, the weather protection, and the setup simplicity to handle all of it.

The 55 sq. ft rectangular interior is a genuine four-person floor, not a marketing four-person floor. Wide sleeping pads fit without overlap, and 48 inches of peak headroom means adults can actually move around and get dressed without the morning contortion routine. A blend of mesh and solid fabric panels balances ventilation with privacy and warmth, which makes this tent a more practical choice across a wider range of conditions than a pure mesh body would allow. Gear loft pockets, cable-port corners, and one-hand zipper doors that close to a single point keep things functional after dark.

Setup is genuinely straightforward thanks to colour-coded poles and webbing, a freestanding design, and a footprint that's included right in the box, a meaningful bonus at this price point. Strong 7000-series aluminium poles, a PFAS-free DWR coating, and taped seams handle the weather, while StayDry rain gutters and kickstand vents on the rainfly keep the vestibules usable and airflow moving even in the rain. The solution-dyed mesh fabric is a lower-impact manufacturing choice that cuts carbon emissions by at least 80% versus conventional dyeing.

• Capacity: 4 persons, 2 doors
• Minimum weight: 8 lbs 3 oz (3.72 kg)
• Packaged weight: 9 lbs 4 oz (4.21 kg)
• Floor dimensions: 90 x 88 in (229 x 224 cm)
• Interior peak height: 48 in (1.22 m)
• Packed size: 22 x 7.5 in (56 x 19 cm)
• 7000-series aluminium poles, PFAS-free DWR coating, taped seams
• Includes footprint, 10 hook stakes, guy lines, and stuff sack
• Solution-dyed mesh fabric