A new tent is a considerable investment for any camper, whether you're heading for the wilds of the backcountry, or a commercial campsite with every amenity under the sun. But if you're not sure whether you should buy an air beam tent or a tent with poles, you need the answer a few questions to help you choose. And let's face it, you may also be asking whether air tents are any good.
It's 14 years since the Scottish brand Vango introduced the concept of inflatable air pole tents to the outdoors world. In 2011, they introduced the first AirBeam tent and, since then, many brands have jumped on the inflatable bandwagon. Now, there is a wide range of air tents to buy, including some in our review of the best camping tents.
