Bus awning test & comparison »top 8 in january 2020

The 8 best awnings for your bus at a glance.

Anyone who is familiar with the field of mobile holidays knows that there are different types of tents for every situation. On Bus awning integrates your bus or camper into the action and thus expand possible storage space.

A bus awning is also a must be watertight and tear-resistant so that even storms survive undamaged become. It is particularly important here that the seams and zips on the tent are well processed so that no water can get inside the tent. If you fear strong wind, you should not take a test, but choose a bus awning with lock rod from our test or comparison table.

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Bus awning comparison
Illustration *	Compare winner			Price-performance winner
Model *	Vango Kela 4 Tall	Outwell Milestone Pro Air	Outwell Scenic Road 300	Skandika Aarhus Travel	High Peak 14155 bus tent tour	Skandika Camper Tramp	Explorer air tent Trouper	High Peak Avio
valuation at Amazon *	19 reviews	1 reviews	26 reviews	6 reviews	2 reviews
Suitable for	Campervan minibus	minibus small car	minibus small car	minibus small car	minibus small car	minibus small car	minibus small car	minibus small car
Mounting height on the vehicle	245 – 290 cm	180 – 205 cm	180-220 cm	170-210 cm	180-220 cm	170-210 cm	180-220 cm	180-220 cm
Weather resistance
water column Fly The specification of the water column value shows whether the fabric of a tent is waterproof.	6,000 mm	3,000 mm	4,000 mm	3,000 mm	3,000 mm	3,000 mm	3,000 mm	3,000 mm
Tape-sealed seams An additional strip of fabric is placed over the seams and welded to the tent. So the seams are waterproof.
Sewn-in bottom
Equipment and accessories
Lock rod The lock rod is required to attach the tent to the vehicle.
window
mosquito net
measurements and weight
number of persons	2	2	2	2	3	2	2	2
Dimensions of the bedroom	no inner tent included	250 x 130 cm	180 x 140 cm	200 x 140 cm	no inner tent included	200 x 140 cm	no inner tent included	no inner tent included
Tent dimensions unfolded spacious	310 x 370 x 213 cm	280 x 300 x 220 cm	300 x 340 x 225 cm	370 x 320 x 210 cm	310 x 350 x 230 cm	370 x 320 x 210 cm	310 x 260 x 230 cm	250 x 320 x 210 cm
Tent dimensions packed save space	save space 78 x 37 x 36	save space 85 x 35 x 35 cm	takes up a lot of space Ø 45 x 85 cm	save space 72 x 28 x 22 cm	save space Ø 25 x 76 cm	save space 72 x 28 x 22 cm	takes up space Ø 35 x 80 cm	save space Ø 21 x 80 cm
Weight	17.5 kg	19.1 kg	26.6 kg	15 kg	15.7 kg	13 kg	17 kg	10 kg
material
tent poles	without poles (AirBEAM technology)	Fiberglass \| steel	fiberglass	Fiberglass \| steel	fiberglass	aluminum	TPU Airtube \| fiberglass	steel
Fly	polyester	polyester	Polyester taffeta	Polyester with PU coating	Polyester with PU coating	polyester	Polyester with PU coating	polyester
groundsheet	polyester	polyethylene	double coated polyethylene	polyethylene	polyethylene	polyethylene	polyester	without bottom
benefits	also suitable for camper vans and mobile homes waterproof and windproof even during storms AirBeam technology makes it particularly easy to set up	particularly comfortable waterproof and windproof even during storms	particularly comfortable waterproof and windproof even during storms	simple construction small pack size	large space small pack size	simple construction small pack size	particularly simple construction small pack size	small pack size extremely light
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How to choose the right product from the above bus awning test or comparison

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The mounting height of the tent determines whether you can attach it to a small car, minibus or even a caravan. Depending on the height of your vehicle, the awning can be attached to the outer wall or the roof.
With a bus awning, you integrate your minibus as an additional space and thus increase the space available. Comfortable sleeping is possible in the tent, while backpacks and cool bags are stored in the car.
If you want to have dry feet when camping, you should make sure the seams are well finished. Wetness often occurs here during the rain.

Bus awning category: With a bus awning you enlarge the space. You can sleep in the caravan or tent and still have enough space to store bulky items.

Around 10.6 million German people spent their vacation at a campsite in 2017. Those arriving by car, bus or caravan not only have space for a tent, but can also bring a grill, chairs and other essential equipment for perfect camping pleasure.

Bus awning test: An awning offers more space for bulky or dirty objects. Take the test to see if you can store all your equipment in the tent.

Thanks to one Awning for your bus, even the bulkiest things can be safely stowed away without losing your sleeping space have to. Most awnings are free-standing, the connection with your vehicle further increases the stability of the tent.

You can find out which tent can be attached to which vehicle in our 2019/2020 bus awning comparison. In addition to the mounting height on the vehicle, we also present other criteria in our buying advice so that you can find the best bus awning for your needs.

1. Car, bus or caravan: The height is not important >

Simply drive backwards to the awning, connect the car with the lock rod and you’re done.

The The standard mounting height of an awning is between 1.80 m and 2.20 m. The height difference of 40 centimeters means that the tent can also be attached to cars or higher buses.

Only a few brands offer bus tents that can be attached to cars, caravans or caravans. Should you In addition to a car or minibus, you also have a caravan on.

By choosing an awning for buses that has a mounting height of 1.80 to 2.90 m, you ensure that you always have the possibility to set up an awning without having to pay attention to the type of vehicle. The Almost a meter difference in height is sufficient to attach the tent to a car, minibus or even motor home.

2. Water-repellent is not immediately waterproof

The water column

The value of the water column shows how waterproof a tent is. The tent’s outer fabric is checked for water permeability. A water cylinder is pressed against the tent fabric and filled with water. If the first tropics appear on the inside of the tent, the maximum impermeability is reached. Now the value is read from the cylinder and given as the water column in mm. A water column of 4,000 mm thus indicates that the water cylinder was filled with water 4 m high during the test.

According to the German Institute for Standardization (DIN), tents are waterproof from a water column of around 1,500 mm. To a However, to survive severe weather dry and without problems, a tent should have a water column of at least 3,000 mm exhibit. This criterion indicates that the tent does not let rain through, even in heavy rain and wind, and remains breathable.

Coastal vacationers or people who like to travel to the rainiest areas of the world should use a tent with a higher water column. The Outer tent should be waterproof to at least 4,000 mm his.

Since nobody knows in advance where the holiday will take you in the coming years, it is advisable to buy a bus awning with a water column of at least 4,000 mm. They’re like that always perfectly equipped and defy any weather.

3. Seams are weak points in the tent

Taped seams and a high water column value of the tent fabric make a tent really waterproof.

Seams also contribute to how waterproof a tent is. Stronger Wind often pushes rain into the tent through seams or zippers and soaked the interior. This is annoying and can literally drop your entire vacation in the water.

When buying a bus awning, make sure that all seams are taped. With this An additional strip of the tent fabric is placed over the seam and welded with heat. So no water comes through the seams and everything stays dry in the tent.

4. The floor must also be waterproof

The tent floor must be particularly waterproof. Polyethylene, which is 100% permeable to water, is used to manufacture the floor.

In most models, the tent floor consists of tarpaulins made of polyethylene. This Material is 100% waterproof and has a water column of approximately 10,000 mm.

So that the tent unit consisting of tent walls and floor remains watertight and stable even in bad weather is one sewn-in floor is highly recommended. The seams between the floor and the tent wall are also sealed here. The floor unit also covers the parts of the tent walls near the ground and additionally protects against splashing water and dirt.

Some manufacturers, such as Outwell or Berger, also offer carpets or tarpaulin underlays to protect the tent floor from sharp stones or other harmful surfaces.

5. Good equipment increases comfort

Nothing is more annoying than standing at the campsite and realizing that extras for setting up the tent have to be bought. Would you like to buy a bus awning, pay particular attention to the fact that pegs, piping strips, rods and Co. are included in the scope of delivery are included.

To the key features include the lock bar, windows and mosquito nets. Some tents also have canopies and small pockets and nets inside the tent. Here you can store small items such as sunscreen or handkerchiefs.

Some Tents do not need any poles to set up because the tents are built with air become. The air pump as an accessory is of course essential here. Such air tube tents are lighter and therefore more mobile than conventional tents with poles.

5.1 Lock rod connects tent and vehicle

With a Velcro connection between the car and the tent, the tent remains secure and stable. The connection can still be disconnected quickly and easily.

The Most bus tents are free-standing and do not have to be coupled to a vehicle become. If there is still a desire to connect the vehicle and tent, this can be done with the lock rod.

The Rod can be attached to the gutter of your bus using clamps, magnetic tapes or suction buttons and connects bus and tent. This creates an additional covered space that can be used as storage space for drinks crates or cool boxes.

However, the safest way to connect the tent and the bus is with the piping strip. The bar replaces the lock rod and can only be separated from the counterpart on the side of the bus. Unlike the sluice bar, the tent has to be separated from the vehicle in a sideways movement, like on a rail. That means that Tent must be dismantled so that it is separated from the vehicle can be.

Another way to connect the tent to the bus is to attach the lock rod with Velcro fasteners. This Variant offers a quick detachment of the tent from the bus, however requires a roof rail on the camper.

Advantages and disadvantages of fastening with Velcro

quick attachment of the tent
quick separation of bus and tent
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Roof rails on the camper needed

5.2 Large windows bring light

Windows allow a nice view outside and bring a lot of light into the interior of the tent.

thanks The search for important small parts in the tent is child’s play, since you no longer have to hold a flashlight with one hand and search with the other.

However, windows not only bring light into the tent, they also increase the feel-good factor. You can be woken up in the morning by natural light and fresh in the day start. If you don’t want that, some tents have curtains. This also prevents unwanted glances inside the tent.

If you are one of those people who like to sit in light-flooded rooms when camping, a tent with large windows is recommended. However, pay attention here too the processing of the seams and whether there are curtains to darken the windows are.

5.3 Insect nets protect against unwanted guests

All windows and entrances should have a mosquito net to prevent insects from entering the inside of the tent.

Uninvited guests, such as mosquitoes, bees or even spiders, are annoying and sometimes dangerous. A Bees or wasps can quickly panic in small spaces and stab.

Uninvited guests stay outside with a mosquito net at the entrances and exits of the tent and any tent flaps. Watch out when buying an awning that mosquito nets integrated are. This way, no mosquitos will be buzzing around your head at night and no one will have to collect weavers from the tent cover.

If you still want to be on the safe side and join in as well Insect repellent rub in, the Stiftung Warentest recommends mosquito repellent with the active ingredient diethyltoluamide (DEET). This active ingredient can be found in the Autan and Nobite products.

6. Sleeping space and storage space in one

Pay attention when buying a tent on the Dimensions of the sleeping cabins. Here, an area of about 50 x 210 cm should be included per person.

The area of an awning for buses is made up of a vestibule, also known as a lock, and the actual bedroom. In the The size of the tent must therefore be ensured that both the sleeping chamber and the storage space for utensils are balanced is.

Most manufacturers provide information about the maximum number of people for the different tent types, whereby the space for sleeping is often calculated very narrowly. In order to be able to sleep comfortably in a tent, each person needs a bed of approximately 210 x 74 cm. Stay here enough space to store personal belongings and clothes and to sleep comfortably on a wide sleeping mat or an air bed.

So you should If you want to use a bus awning for two or three people, the area of the sleeping chamber should have a minimum width of 180 cm, so that you can sleep comfortably.

Space requirement for one person	characteristics
minimum	A narrow mattress about 50 cm wide fits into the tent. There is very little space left for clothes and personal To store things.
Comfort	An approximately 60 cm wide sleeping pad and a few items of clothing can be stored in the bedroom without having to lose sleeping space.
Comfort +	A very wide sleeping mat or a 1-person air bed (approx. 75 cm wide) fits in the tent. There is enough space on the sides to store smaller backpacks.
Source: was-ist-ein-wurfzelt.de

Take the bus awning test yourself on your next camping trip and see how Many people can actually find a place to sleep in their awning. A potential bus awning comparison winner should be able to comfortably accommodate at least two people and have enough space for your camping equipment.