Zempire  Aerospeed 10 Air Tent

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We just bought this tent and we were so excited about it that we set it up in our living room and camped out inside! Erecting it was challenging because it wasn’t staked down, but we didn’t exactly follow the regular directions. Setup was super easy though and it inflated quickly with not much effort. Everything is sturdy and well constructed. We loved our first Campout in it even if we were in the comfort of our own home. Can’t wait to take it camping outdoors. It is a luxury tent with everything you would need in a place to sleep comfortably outside.

We love this tent. It’s massive inside, but it packs up into a relatively small package. It’s a palace for 2 adults and 2 kids, and the divider affords some privacy. This replaced a Springbar 10x14 tent. It was a pain to dry it and it weighed over 90 lbs. This one packs down to 1/3 of the size and weighs 1/3 as much. We’ve only slept in it for 2 nights so far, so I don’t have comments on long term durability yet. I don’t have leaks fears though. We used it with the Zempire ground sheet and the roof cover to keep it cooler during the day. It seemed to work.

In some ways it is a very nice premium tent and somewhat unique in REI lineup as accommodating 10 ppl. Especially nice were the 3 doors, the rear vestibule, the rain fly coverage and really quiet nice zippers. However on a hot day (5th day of gentle use) , an 8 inch rupture erupted in one of the air poles causing the whole tent to irreparably collapse. This tent is a ton of a material and it is not exaggeration to say it could easily smother a baby inside when this happened. At a minimum it would have traumatized my children if we had been inside when it happened. One thing to consider is that any tent can have faulty support. But if a normal pole snaps, the whole thing doesn't instantly collapse. In this air tent however, a hole anywhere will immediately cause all air poles to basically simultaneously fail. In the case of this massive rupture there was absolutely no hope of repair (in the field or otherwise). While I appreciate the 3 yr nominal warranty, that is rather worthless if your are caught in a storm when this thing collapses on you and your family's head.

We purchased the Aerospeed 10 recently and are extremely happy with it. A key reason we decided on this particular tent was the pack size, as we don't have a large vehicle. We wanted something that would fit in our car and still have space for all the other gear we need to take (we camp with a toddler, and a Labrador!). The Aerospeed 10 packs down to a very portable size but is massive inside, which is great for our situation as its not cramped at al and has a lot of floor space for us to play with our toddler if the weather turns bad. We paired this with a monstabed twin and single for a very luxurious camping setup which takes up minimal space in our vehicle, meaning there is more room for all the other items we need to take on our adventures. The tent was pitched in strong winds and held up extremely well, it is very easy to both set up and pack down thanks to the helpful videos featured on the Zempire YouTube channel. The storage pockets in every corner mean that items like phones, books, sunglasses etc are easily stored and the high ceilings make the space feel extra roomy. We purchased some additional awning poles to give us shelter over the entrance which worked well

I used the Aerospeed 10 for the first time on a Father’s Day weekend daddy–daughter camping trip at an RV park. Setup was very easy to follow — though I had watched a lot of videos ahead of time, the instructions and process were simple. Pumping the tent wasn’t too bad (though I will probably invest in an electric pump for convenience). It was the hottest part of the day during setup, and the ventilation was excellent once the tent was up. The interior space is outstanding — we used the divider so my daughter could have her own “room,” which she absolutely loved. I was surprised to discover that under the fly is a mesh-style roof, which helped with airflow. The tent paired perfectly with the Speedbase 2 gazebo and the connecting link — it really made for a fantastic camping setup. A couple things to keep in mind for future buyers: this tent is large, so make sure you have enough ground space, and be aware that it does need to be staked down (not freestanding). You’ll want soft ground to allow proper staking — not ideal for hard surfaces like concrete or rocky ground. I also wish there were more electrical cord ports and maybe heater/AC duct options like some newer tent models, but that’s just nitpicking. Overall, extremely satisfied — even on the first try, the tent packed back into its bag with no trouble. I would highly recommend the Aerospeed 10 for family car camping or group trips where you have the space and soft ground. It’s an amazing tent for anyone who enjoys comfort and roominess while camping.

I have had my eye on this tent since it was first introduced. After watching multiple videos, reading reviews and seeing all the different pieces that could form a camping “kit”, I decided it would be the base for my main tent. I am so glad I invested the money! The quality of the tent is impeccable. No loose strings, no missed seams, seam tape everywhere it should be. The floor is stout. The air poles are solid and the overall feel of the tent is strong. Camping out in Oklahoma winds, the tent took 30 mph winds with no issues. The ceiling height is excellent. I am 5’6” and I raised my arms to the full extension in order to touch the ceiling. With two twin size cots in the tent, we still had room for a king size mattress. In fact, it took a few minutes to determine where to situate it on the camp site so that it would fit safely as it will sleep 8 people. It was a palace for two people and a pup. I will say even with watching set-up and take down videos, the set up took a minute. Using the provided pump, it took about 5 minutes to get it up to 14 psi. I would recommend inserting the brow poles at 10 psi when you go into the tent to assist the air poles to stand. I know with practice (and I will admit to purchasing an air pump after the first set up) it should go much faster. I am 60 and of reasonably good health and was able to set it up by myself. The storage area in the back is perfect for a larger plastic tote(s) to store any excess gear. The only complaint I have is that the back door does not have a mesh inner to open in the hot summer months to slow down insects, but I have an idea I will try out during the next camping trip. Overall, this is an awesome tent!

I recently tried out the Zempire Aerospeed 10 Air Tent, and I was impressed with how smooth the setup went. Using the automatic air pump made inflation quick and almost effortless. The key trick I found was to start inflating to around 7 PSI, then step inside the tent to pop up the main beam. Once that was in place, I continued inflating up to 10 PSI, which gave the structure its full stability. The process was surprisingly straightforward, and once everything was locked in, the tent felt solid and secure. It’s a big tent, but the airframe system makes it much less intimidating to set up compared to traditional pole designs. Overall, the Aerospeed 10 combines size, comfort, and easy setup—perfect for longer camping trips when you want space without the hassle.

I was so excited to buy this tent last March. Not only did I buy the tent, I bought all the accessories, the Aerobase 3 canopy and Zempire’s inflator as well. I followed the directions, I set the psi appropriately. I kept it clean and dry, I even had an extra heavy duty tarp to go under the ground sheet. I babied this tent because of the investment I had in it and I wanted it to last a long time. I camped out with all of this gear multiple times, at least once a month from March until July. In July, we wanted to go camping, but the weather was too hot. We saw a cool front was going through Missouri where the high temps were going to be in the eighties so we packed everything up and drove 6 hours to enjoy the cooler temps. I set up everything which of course takes a great deal of time and had several conversations with other campers wanted to talk about the tent. Got up the next morning; the weather was awesome! Went to take a shower; came back and was putting my things away inside the tent when a huge explosion took place and the tent came down around my head. People came from all over the campsite to help because they thought our propane tank had exploded. I took everything apart and found a huge hole in one of the support poles. I had done everything as outlined in the care manual with Zempire’s own equipment, the weather was warm but not blazing. I had the solar cover on. The tent was in the shade. In short, there was no reason why that air pole failed. We ended up going to Academy to buy an another tent (one that did not cost anywhere near $900) and spent the rest of our stay in our new tent. I am a member of REI and thankfully protected by their warranty. They were great to work with. After dealing with all the comments my husband had to offer, I chose to return the tent. This tent is wonderful, spacious, great air circulation, all the bells and whistles. But it didn’t last 4 months. And working with Zempire (REI did not have the connector to the Airbase 3, so I bought that directly from Zempire) is so much of a chore, I finally gave up and now have a $130 connector sitting in my equipment storage area with no possible use for it. So buyer beware; lifetime warranty or not on those poles, once the tent goes down you have a problem. $900 is way too much money to spend on a tent to fail within 4 months.

Used for the first time. I was impressed. I thought was gonna be too big, But is a good size for me and my family!