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Zpacks Duplex Classic vs Zpacks Plex Solo Pro

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

Zpacks Plex Solo Pro is the lighter option — 131 g lighter than the Zpacks Duplex Classic (26% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
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Spec Zpacks Duplex Classic Zpacks Plex Solo Pro
Weight 504 g · 0.504 kg · 1.11 lb 373 g · 0.373 kg · 0.82 lb
Brand Zpacks Zpacks
Category Shelter Shelter
Zpacks Duplex Classic
504 g

2-person double-wall Dyneema Composite Fabric tent with full mesh interior. Freestanding design ideal for long-distance thru-hiking.

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Zpacks Plex Solo Pro
373 g

Ultralight single-wall tent with zippered storm doors, peak vent, and magnetic toggles. Pitches with single trekking pole, accommodates sleepers up to 6 feet ta...

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Zpacks Duplex Classic vs Zpacks Plex Solo Pro: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the Zpacks Plex Solo Pro wins — at 373 g it is 131 g (26%) lighter than the Zpacks Duplex Classic (504 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.

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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