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TheDadBod
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2025
This pop-up beach tent is a surprisingly well-designed option for families or groups of 3–4 people who want fast setup and strong sun protection without the bulk or hassle of traditional tents. The instant setup is truly a game changer—just toss it open and you’ve got shade in seconds, which is ideal on windy beach days. It feels more durable than most in this category thanks to its thicker oxford fabric and beefier steel frame, and the UPF 50+ protection is a huge bonus. The backpack-style carry bag is thoughtful and makes transport super easy. Just be aware that while it’s roomy and ventilated, packing it back down takes a little practice. Overall, great value for the size, protection, and ease of use.
ThomasM
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2025
Heading to the beach used to involve a bit more wrangling with umbrellas and windbreaks than I care to admit. But this 2 Seconds Setup Beach Tent has really changed how I approach a day by the water. I was skeptical about that "2 seconds" claim, but I'll tell you, it's not far off. You pull it out of the bag, give it a toss, and it pretty much springs into shape. That alone is a huge plus for me – less time fiddling, more time relaxing.What really seals the deal for a 5-star rating from me is a combination of things. First, the setup is just ridiculously easy. I’m 50, and I’m past wanting to wrestle with poles and complicated instructions, especially with the sun beating down. This thing just works. Second, the UPF 50+ thicker Oxford fabric is no gimmick. You can feel the difference in temperature inside the tent; it provides solid shade and good protection from the sun, which is important. We’ve had some breezy days, and the steel wire frame, along with the included stakes and sandbags, kept it planted – "superb windproof" is a fair description. I was impressed it didn't try to take flight.It says it's for 3-4 persons, and for two adults and maybe a small child or gear, it's comfortable. Four adults might be a squeeze, but for my wife and me, it's plenty spacious. The ventilation is decent too, with the windows, so it doesn't get too stuffy. Folding it back down took a couple of practice runs watching a video, but once you get the motion, it’s quick, and it fits back into its carry bag without a fight. That lightweight design and handy bag make lugging it from the car a breeze.I don’t have much to complain about. If I had to pick something, maybe the floor material could be a tad thicker, but it’s held up fine so far. For the sheer convenience, the excellent sun protection, and how well it handles a bit of wind, this tent is absolutely worth five stars to me. It does exactly what it promises and makes a beach trip significantly more enjoyable.
Scarlett
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2025
Setting up the shade cover was fairly easy and quick. The blue color of this tent is the same blue that is used for standard tarps. The color is noticeable on a crowded beach full of tents, so we were able to spot ours fast. The material of this product is waterproof. We are also easily able to wipe sand off the surface of this material. The size of this product is big enough to comfortably fit 3 sitting adults. The overhead covering provided a ton of coverage against the harsh UV rays. We also stayed much cooler by hiding inside the tent when the sun got too intense. Unlike many other tents, this one was not too difficult to fold up and store away. One feature that I really love is the zipper opening at the bottom. There is a zipper that exposes the bare ground below the tent. This might be useful if you need to use the bathroom out in the woods, but you need privacy. The price of $69.99 seems fair based on the size and quality. The product is lightweight and easy to carry from the car to the beach. The material seems durable enough to last one year.
Scott_AZ
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2025
This is a great beach tent and is well worth the seventy dollar price. We frequently take our boat out to a small island in the Gulf of Mexico and spend the whole day there so having this tent to provide some occasional protection from the sun and wind is great. A lot of other reviews have gone into detail about setting up and taking down the tent so I will not repeat that information. I think a few important other things to know are that you should probably get some better ground stakes than what the tent comes with if you are going out on a windy day. I have long metal screw in stakes that stay in the sand a lot better than the included plastic push-in stakes. You will also want to practice the set up and take down in a controlled environment (like your living room) before actually taking it out and using it at the beach. Once you get used to using it, you will find that the test is really easy to use and that it provides some great protection when out on a long day at the beach.
Julaine L.
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2025
Good size tent for adults and folds up to a manageable size. This is great for hanging out with our young baby at the lake and its very roomy. Its so easy to keep clean especially while she plays in the sand. We were going to buy a tarp but didn’t want to commit to the set up or the price and this is a perfect alternative. It is quite wrinkly after being in storage and we dont know how many summers it will get us through yet which prevents me from giving this a full 5/5 but I suspect this will last a long time. The pricing is fair and I’d definitely recommend it to a friend!
Gianna
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2025
Tent was larger than I was expecting! Looking forward to using it at the beach this summer :)
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