In-depth review
Naturehike Cloud-Up 2 Review (2027)
In-depth review of the Naturehike Cloud-Up 2: a freestanding aluminum frame, PU3000mm fly, and included footprint at 4.6 lb.
Naturehike Cloud-Up 2 Tent, 210T Polyester, Bud Green
A 4.6 lb freestanding two person tent with the footprint in the bag.
Our verdict
The Cloud-Up 2 is the budget backpacking tent that skips the usual budget apologies. The frame is 7001 aluminum and fully freestanding, the fly is PU3000mm coated 210T polyester, and the footprint is in the bag, a spec sheet that reads a class above its price. The honest costs are one door, a snug 49.2 in width, and hardware that rewards gentle hands. For a first backpacking tent or a loaner that still performs, it is easy to recommend.
What we like
- Freestanding 7001 aluminum pole frame pitches on rock and platforms
- 4.6 lb trail weight with the footprint included, rare at this price
- 210T polyester fly with PU3000mm coating handles three season rain
- 82.7 x 49.2 in floor fits two standard pads
What to watch out for
- One door and one vestibule, so partners climb past each other at night
- 49.2 in width is snug for two wide pads
- Budget zippers and stakes reward gentle handling
What owners report: Naturehike Cloud-Up 2 Tent, 210T Polyester, Bud Green
Synthesized from recurring themes in long-term owner feedback.
Most praised
- A freestanding aluminum frame at this price is what converts budget shoppers
- The included footprint saves a second purchase and doubles as a fast pitch option
- It packs small enough to split between two packs without dominating either
Common complaints
- One door means night exits disturb the other sleeper
- The floor width turns two wide pads into an overlap negotiation
- The stock stakes bend in hard ground and get replaced early
Who it is for
New backpackers and budget campers who want a freestanding tent that also car camps.
Freestanding, and it matters
The hubbed 7001 aluminum frame stands on its own before a single stake goes in, so the Cloud-Up 2 pitches on tent platforms, slickrock, and gravel pads where non-freestanding designs give up. Setup is a familiar two pole cross with clips, learnable in one backyard practice and fast by headlamp.
Space, honestly measured
The 82.7 x 49.2 in floor with a 41.3 in peak fits two standard pads and two average sleepers. Two wide pads overlap, tall sleepers brush the ends, and the single door and vestibule mean one partner is the door side partner. Couples who value elbow room over weight should look at wider floors; solo hikers get a palace.
Weather and value
The 210T polyester fly carries a PU3000mm coating, heavier duty than many budget nylons, and the included footprint protects the floor and enables a fly only fast pitch. At 4.6 lb all in, the Cloud-Up 2 undercuts name brand freestanding tents by pounds per dollar while giving up polish, not function.
Key specifications
- Dimensions
- 82.7 x 49.2 x 41.3 in
- Weight
- 4.6 lb
- Poles
- 7001 aluminum
- Fly
- 210T polyester, PU3000mm
- Doors
- 1 door, 1 vestibule
- Included
- Footprint
Also consider
A beginner-friendly tent with color-coded QuickCorner setup.
Why consider it: A simpler color coded pitch and a roomier feel for beginners at a similar budget.
- Capacity: 2-person
- Minimum weight: 4 lb
Featherstone UL Granite 2P Backpacking Tent
A sil-nylon two-person backpacking tent with two doors and a footprint included.
Why consider it: Two doors and two vestibules if partner access matters more than a freestanding frame.
- Capacity: 2-person
- Floor area: 35 sq ft
Sources: Desertcart product listing, CamelCamelCamel
Research-based assessment. TrueGear has not hands-on tested this product; this evaluation synthesizes manufacturer specifications, retailer documentation, and published expert reviews.
Questions, answered
Does the Cloud-Up 2 include a footprint?
Yes. The footprint is in the bag, which also enables a fast pitch with just the fly and poles for clear, bug free nights.
Is it really freestanding?
Yes. The aluminum frame holds the tent up without stakes; you still stake and guy the fly for wind and rain performance.
Will two wide sleeping pads fit?
Not comfortably. The floor is 49.2 in wide, so two 25 in pads overlap. Two standard 20 in pads fit with room to spare.
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