MSR Carbon Reflex 1 vs MSR FreeLite 1

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

Both weigh the same at 680 g, so choose on features, price and fit.

Spec	MSR Carbon Reflex 1	MSR FreeLite 1
Weight	680 g · 0.680 kg · 1.50 lb	680 g · 0.680 kg · 1.50 lb
Brand	MSR	MSR
Category	Shelter	Shelter

MSR Carbon Reflex 1

680 g

Ultralight single-wall 1-person tent with carbon fiber poles.

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MSR FreeLite 1

680 g

Ultralight 1-person freestanding tent for fast and light trips.

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MSR Carbon Reflex 1 vs MSR FreeLite 1: which should you buy?

On weight these two are identical (680 g), so your decision comes down to features, fit and price. Check the full details and current price for each above.

See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest shelter page, or browse the full gear weight database.

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