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Lightweight, well-balanced shelter with improved fabric performance and a more spacious feel for three
Nemo says:
Dragonfly OSMO™ has always been a freestanding tent that deftly balances weight and livability, but its brand-new crossbar design lets this Dragonfly really stretch its wings. Now with taller doors and even more interior space, Dragonfly OSMO also boasts a stronger, more stable frame made with a new recycled aluminum pole set. NEMO`s custom Elements™ hardware collection gains a new forged hub design this year, a piece that enables the crossbar “wings” to angle upward before tension is applied.
Once the tent is clipped in and tensioned, this Precurve™ approach creates a near-horizontal roof and ample headroom at more than just the peak. Lightweight variations of our Axial™ corner anchor are included to make the rain fly attachment painless.
A roomy interior is only a plus when you`re protected from harsh weather, and that`s where OSMO™ comes in. A solution-dyed version of our proprietary fabric is used on this tent, and it continues to excel at repelling water and staying taut even when wet — and does so without the use of PFAS. Even better, it has a superior tear strength to complement Dragonfly OSMO`s now-tougher frame. (Crazy winds? Bring ‘em on.) The generously sized doors pair with roomy vestibules for easy entry and access to bulkier gear.
A Landing Zone™ storage “tub” is now included and can be placed in vestibules on either side of the tent to help protect gear from muddy terrain. Inside, a gear loft and pockets keep belongings tidy while an overhead Nightlight Pocket™ casts headlamp light with a warm, even glow. Our updated Divvy Cube™ stuff sack allows for easily splitting the weight with a partner and stows more efficiently in your pack.
Our Verdict
The Nemo Dragonfly OSMO 3P Tent builds on the same low-weight design, with the latest update improving both fabric performance and internal volume. The revised OSMO fabric is designed to increase water resistance and reduce stretch when wet. In practice, that helps the fly stay taut in prolonged rain, maintaining a more consistent pitch in damp conditions.
The updated pole structure with a crossbar makes a noticeable difference to internal space. Headroom is improved across the tent rather than being limited to the peak, and the wider layout makes it easier to accommodate three mats without excessive overlap. It feels open for its weight, with enough width and length to organise gear inside without the space becoming restrictive.
For me, one of the biggest upgrades is the amount of storage. The integrated gear loft and generous pockets provide ample space for smaller items, keeping essentials organised and easy to access. The Nightlight Pocket is a thoughtful addition, diffusing headlamp light to create a softer, more even glow inside the tent. The included Landing Zone adds a practical way to keep gear off wet ground in the vestibule.
Setup is straightforward and intuitive. The freestanding structure and updated fly attachment create a clean pitch that requires less adjustment. Packed size remains compact for a tent of this capacity, and the ability to split the load makes it manageable between users.
Ventilation is strong, with large mesh panels and dual doors allowing effective airflow. Condensation is generally well managed, though airflow will depend on how open the tent is pitched.
At 1476g for the fly, inner and poles, the focus is on maintaining a low carry weight while improving internal space and usability in camp.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Color-coded poles, matched webbing, and Axial™ Lite corner anchors make for an intuitive setup.
- High-performance, high-strength OSMO™ poly-nylon ripstop fabric has 4x longer-lasting water repellency and 3x less stretch when wet. OSMO fabric is made from 100% recycled yarns that are PFAS-free and meet flame retardancy standards without the use of added chemicals.
- Hubbed, pre-bent DIAPOLE™ recycled aluminum poles include a Precurve™ cross pole that increases volume at the head by 34% while also improving space at the peak and foot ends.
- Improved Divvy Cube™ rectangular stuff sack is easier to pack up, allows you to split the weight with your partner, and stows more efficiently in your pack.
- Integrated gear loft and generous gear pockets offer storage for personal items.
- Landing Zone™ waterproof storage tub in the vestibule protects gear from the elements.
- Overhead Nightlight Pocket™ turns your headlamp into a tent lantern while removing blue light and casting an even glow.
- Single-seam tub construction and silicone-impregnated fabric ensure increased longevity and greater sustainability.
- Solution-dyed, bluesign® approved fly & floor materials meet strict ecological and chemical requirements and have been produced with a minimum impact on people and the planet.
- Tall doorways with Gatekeeper™ tiebacks and vestibules on each side provide ease of entry and storage access.
Specifications
Weight
- Flysheet weighs: 449g
- Inner tent weighs: 500g
- Poles weigh: 527g
- Total weight: 1476g (excludes pegs & bags)
- Pegs x 8 weigh: 112g
Dimensions
- Packed Size (In-cm): 16 x 6.5 x 4 in / 40 x 17 x 10 cm
- Peak Height (in-cm): 42 in / 106.7 cm
- Floor Dimensions (in-cm): 70 in / 178 cm x 88 in / 223.5 cm x 65 in / 165 cm x 28 in / 71 cm
- Capacity: 1
- Doors: 1
Material & Construction
- Frame: 1 hubbed aluminum DIAPOLE™ 8.5 mm + 8.5 mm pole
- Fly: Solution-dyed 100% recycled OSMO™ ripstop (1,500 mm)
- Canopy: Polyester / No-see-um mesh
- Floor: Solution-dyed 100% recycled OSMO™ ripstop (1,500 mm)
