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Product guide

Coleman Octagon 8 Family Tent

The Coleman Octagon is a spacious, octagonal family tent intended for camping and group use. Its full-height interior, removable flysheet and hinged doors offer flexibility, while its listed weight makes transport and frequent moves a consideration.

At a glance

The octagonal layout is advertised with full headroom across the tent and a single main interior space.
The outer flysheet can be removed for a more open, mesh-sided lounge configuration.
A removable partition is described as allowing the interior to be divided into two areas.
The hinged D-door is designed to swing open like a conventional door.
Colour-coded poles and connectors are claimed to make pitching easier.

Price

£158.79Save 15%

Reference price: ~~£186.89~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Large floor area and full-height interior offer room for group camping and moving around indoors.
Removable flysheet and partition provide options for an open-sided lounge or separated interior zones.
Two hinged doors offer straightforward access compared with a simple zipped opening.
Wheeled carry bag is described for moving the packed tent around a campsite.

Cons

At the listed 20 Kilograms, it is a heavy tent for carrying over distance or moving frequently between pitches.
The listing describes a single main room, so the partition does not amount to a separate enclosed bedroom.

Technical specifications

22 specifications

Identity
Brand	Coleman
Model	Octagon

Dimensions and installation
Form factor	Octagonal camping tent
Dimensions listed	4L x 4W x 2H millimetres
Weight listed	20 Kilograms
Floor length	3.96 Metres
Floor area	15.7 Square Meters
Maximum height	215 Centimetres
Occupancy	8 Person
Rooms	1
Doors	2
Windows	4
Pole attachment	Sleeve
Installation type	Free Standing
Guylines	5
Poles	8

Materials and protection
Water resistance listed	Waterproof
Material listed	Außenzelt: 100% Polyester; Innenzelt: 100% Polyester; Boden: 100% Polyäthylen
Pole material	Alloy Steel
Water-resistance technology	WeatherTec®
UV protection	UV Guard
Season listing	Autumn/Winter

What to know before buying

Customer feedback reports some tents being cold or breezy inside, so the claimed Autumn/Winter season listing should not be taken as proof of a warm interior. Assembly is required, and the product information says an instruction manual is supplied.

Listing details to confirm

Listing details are inconsistent: the title calls this a six-person tent, while product details and description state eight-person capacity. The listed 4L x 4W x 2H millimetres dimensions conflict with floor measurements of 396 Centimetres and 3.96 Metres, and the 20 Kilograms weight differs from the description's 20.7 kg. The feature text says six large windows, while specifications say four. Verify the selected listing's capacity, dimensions, weight and window count before purchase. The listed waterproof protection and 2000 mm water column are manufacturer claims, not an assurance of performance in every condition.

What’s in the box

Included

Trekking pole

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Families or groups prioritising a roomy, full-height tent for campsite or garden use.
Buyers who value a removable flysheet, panoramic opening and flexible interior arrangement.
Car campers or campers able to transport a heavy tent and its packed bag.

Less suited to

Backpackers or anyone needing a light tent for long carries.
Buyers who require a confirmed six-person or eight-person capacity without checking the listing discrepancy.
Campers seeking a guaranteed warm interior in cold conditions.

Coleman Octagon 8 Family Tent · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 1,876 ratings

5 stars77%77%
4 stars11%11%
3 stars4%4%
2 stars2%2%
1 star6%6%

Customer feedback highlights ease of pitching, spaciousness and reports of standing room, with some customers also describing the tent as holding up in wind and rain. Those points may suit campsite and glamping use, though they are customer perceptions rather than guarantees. Durability reports are mixed, including accounts of poles breaking on first use, and some customers say the interior feels cold or breezy. The substantial listed weight is relevant if moving the tent often.

Positive themes

Customers describe assembly as straightforward and appreciate the colour-coded poles.
Customers praise the spacious interior and standing room.
Some customers report that the tent copes with wind and rain.

Mixed feedback

Durability feedback is mixed, including reports of poles breaking after first use.
Warmth feedback is mixed, with some customers saying the interior can feel cold and breezy.

Frequently asked questions

How many people does the Coleman Octagon accommodate?

The title says six people, but product details and description say eight. Confirm the capacity for the selected listing and consider that usable space depends on occupants and their gear.

Can the tent be opened up for a panoramic view?

The listing says the outer flysheet can be removed in good weather, opening the tent into a more exposed, mesh-sided lounge. This setup does not provide the same weather protection as the flysheet.

Does it have separate bedrooms?

It is listed as one room, with a removable partition described as dividing the space into two areas. The information does not establish that these are fully enclosed bedrooms.

Is it light enough to carry?

The listed weight is 20 Kilograms, and the description gives 20.7 kg. A wheeled carry bag is described, but the tent is still heavy for carrying over distance.