Backpacking tents · owner-verdict comparison

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 vs Naturehike Cloud-Up 2: what real owners say

Real owners lean toward the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2: 84% of 112 owners recommend it, vs 70% of 20 for the Naturehike Cloud-Up 2.

Verdicts aggregated from Reddit, enthusiast forums, and YouTube owner comments — affiliate reviews excluded. Sample sizes differ; judge accordingly. How we score

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2

84%of 112 owners recommend
84% recommend · 5% neutral · 11% don't
Owners praise
  • Very lightweight, packs down small at around 3 lbs
  • Roomy, livable interior for the weight
  • Durable and holds up in high winds and bad weather
Owners complain about
  • Expensive, premium price tag
  • Thin, fragile fabric and mesh that needs care
  • Tight for two people or tall sleepers
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Naturehike Cloud-Up 2

70%of 20 owners recommend
70% recommend · 30% neutral · 0% don't
Owners praise
  • Outstanding value for the price
  • Very light and packable
  • Holds up in wind, rain and snow
Owners complain about
  • Stock pegs too short, need replacing
  • Awkward front-only entry
  • Thin, delicate fabric
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What Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 owners say

“Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2. Upgraded from Marmot Limelight 2p (which is still awesome btw) but saving 3.5 lbs makes a huge difference.”
— thatonedayinmay on Reddit
“Get a Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Bikepack and forget about it. I just did a 8,571-mile cross-country moto trip and camped most of the way, and my Copper Spur was incredible in all kinds of weather.”
— lowfox on Reddit
“I’m currently in the older model Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 and am looking to get something else. Every sleeping pad I use in the copper spur sounds like a rubbery balloon squeaking as it rubs against the floor. Not ideal for anyone else sleeping nearby.”
— bb-backl8er on Reddit

What Naturehike Cloud-Up 2 owners say

“looks like a perfect tent for the UK.”
— @Zlin0035 on YouTube
“it lasted me the entire 8 month cycle tour from Mongolia to the Netherlands, surviving insane wind, rain, snow and sand storms. Worth every penny.”
— @willisonwheels on YouTube
“I love the way the vent only works well if the wind is blowing the right way”
— @Stuart-er8qz on YouTube