Nemo Dagger OSMO 2P review

The Dagger OSMO is the most livable freestanding backpacking tent on this list. Nemo lists a 43 inch peak in the 2-person size, three inches more than the Big Agnes and MSR tents, along with an 88 by 50 inch floor of 30.6 square feet and two doors with 12.1 square foot vestibules. A Stash strut adds 22% more usable vestibule space, according to Nemo, and a removable Landing Zone tub keeps gear dry in either vestibule. The fly uses OSMO ripstop rated 1500 mm and the floor OSMO ripstop rated 2000 mm; Nemo says the fabric stretches three times less when wet and is made from 100% recycled yarns. The Divvy Cube stuff sack splits the load between two hikers, and Nemo says Dagger OSMO was the first backpacking tent certified as a bluesign product. At 3 lb 5 oz minimum and $599.95, it is the heaviest and among the priciest of the freestanding 2-person tents here. A 3-person size adds 42.8 square feet.

Who it is for

Backpackers who want a roomy freestanding tent that also works well for car camping.

Price

$599.95 for the 2-person size at the Nemo US store when checked.

Dagger OSMO™ - 2-Person $599.95
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 8, 2026.

Key features

• 3 lb 5 oz minimum weight in the 2-person size
• 30.6 square foot floor, 88 by 50 inches, with a 43 inch peak
• Two doors and two 12.1 square foot vestibules
• OSMO ripstop fly rated 1500 mm and floor rated 2000 mm
• Landing Zone waterproof storage tub and Divvy Cube stuff sack

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: The tallest peak of the freestanding 2-person tents here
• Strength: Waterproof storage tub for either vestibule
• Strength: Divvy Cube sack lets two hikers split the load
• Weakness: Heaviest of the freestanding 2-person tents here
• Weakness: $599.95 ties for the highest price among them
• Weakness: Footprint sold separately, from $89.95

Key facts

• Price: $599.95 (2-person)
• Weight: 3 lb 5 oz minimum, 3 lb 15 oz packed
• Floor area: 30.6 sq ft
• Peak height: 43 in
• Certification: bluesign product

Where it ranks

Nemo Dagger OSMO 2P is No. 4 in our Best Camping Tents verdict.