Skandika Tents Reviews

Skandika is a brand recognized by outdoor enthusiasts worldwide. They are on a mission to improve the way you and your family camp and are available to provide you with all the essentials you will need on your next camping trip with the family at incredible value.

Skandika supplies tents that range in size from smaller two-person tents to larger family tents that can accommodate up to twelve people. Their tents also feature many premium features people typically watch for including sewn in groundsheets, fire retardant materials, and mosquito mesh. Some of the most popular in previous years have included the Skandika Nimbus, Skandika Gotland, and Skandika Milano camping tents. However, with so many different designs available, we have put together reviews of some of the best outdoor tents that Skandika has to offer:

1. Skandika Joker Pop-Up Tent

The Skandika Joker Pop-Up Tent is a multi-colored tent that can accommodate up to three people. It can be set up on virtually any surface and includes a sewn-in groundsheet with mosquito netting and taped seams. It is a pop-uptent, so assembly is easy and quick. Simply toss it in the air and watch it pop up and unfold before your eyes. It requires no fuss or time.

Pros

• Fast and easy setup
• Stable and all-purpose tent
• Sewn-in groundsheet
• Mosquito mesh on the entrance and windows
• Includes a repair set
• Taped seams to help keep water out

Cons

• Limited availability
• Higher price point

2. Skandika Vaestervik Four Man Tent- Green

The Skandika Vaestervik Four Man Tent has a dome-shaped design to help maximize the space within the tent and even includes a front awning that can provide additional space for storage. There is mosquito mesh on the sleeping pod in order to keep the bugs out and the tent is extremely easy and fast to assemble.

Pros

• Dome tent design with integrated awning for additional storage
• Quick and easy setup that stands strong in adverse weather conditions
• Breathable inner tent material and mesh to keep out bugs
• Poles are made from fiberglass and are color-coded for easy assembly
• Tent includes all components necessary for assembly
• Waterproof sealed seams to help keep water out
• Windows, blinds, and air vents to provide improved circulation

Cons

• Window flap may blow open during stronger winds
• Side entrance may slightly leak around the zipper

3. Skandika Hammerfest 4-Person Family Tent

The Skandika Hammerfest 4-Person Tent is large and provides adequate space for up to four people. It includes the option of either a canopy or a sunshade at the entrance and it also has two cabins for more interior space. There is proper ventilation throughout the tent and organizer pockets for additional storage opportunities.

Pros

• Provides two weather-protected entrances
• Includes a sunshade and provides proper and permanent ventilation
• Has two sleeping cabins with mosquito mesh for protection
• A 2 mm water column and taped seams for weather protection
• Fiberglass poles are sturdy, yet flexible
• Organizer pockets allow for additional storage inside the tent
• Hybrid style design with a removable groundsheet

Cons

• May not be suitable for colder weather conditions
• Groundsheet is removable and not sewn in

4. Skandika Nord Land 4 Family Tunnel Tent

The Skandika Nord Land Family Tunnel Tent is a spacious tent with a sewn in groundsheet for improved weather protection. The available living space offers ample room for campers and gear and the construction is strong and durable with high-quality materials, taped seams, and reinforced eyelets and tabs.

Pros

• Includes a sewn-in groundsheet for weather protection
• Includes a hook for a lantern
• Mosquito netting can be found on all windows and the entrance
• The water column is 5000 mm and has waterproof taped seams
• Can accommodate up to four people with ample space
• Includes extra poles for a sun canopy
• Tent material is UV resistant

Cons

• Takes some time to setup and may require more than one person
• Tent may be warm and needs more ventilation

5. Skandika Kemi Family Tunnel Tent

The Skandika Kemi Family Tunnel Tent can accommodate up to four people and has a movable front wall and two adequately sized sleeping cabins that will fit your entire family. There is mosquito netting on all the windows and the entrance to keep pesky bugs out and there are plenty of vents to offer ventilation throughout the tent. Setup is quick and easy to accomplish with two people.

Pros

• Sealed seams and reinforced eyelets and tabs for durability
• Insect mesh for protection
• Includes a hook for a lantern
• Air vents for improved ventilation throughout the tent
• Breathable material on the inner tent
• Ideal for all kinds of temperatures

Cons

• Outer material is thin and may not be suitable for harsh weather conditions
• Zippers are not as durable as expected

Final Thoughts

Skandika Tents offer feature-rich camping shelters that are large enough and designed with the family in mind. Most of them allow campers to stand upright and some even allow for separate sleeping cabins for privacy.

They use only high-quality materials and stand by their sturdy and strong construction. With the addition of plenty of organizer pockets, you will not lack any storage opportunities.

Skandika Tents also include a hook so that a lantern can be safely hung in the tent so it is safely off the ground and out of the way. Finally, one of the biggest selling points of these tents would be the included mesh netting on all the windows and entrances to help keep pesky insects out of the tent.

Keep in mind, however, that Skandika Tents seem to be under limited availability and are also found on amazon.co.uk. Prices may vary from what you see on the reviews because they are typically available through other sellers. Their prices are fair though for the quality product you are receiving.