Packed size seem to be similar. The NEMO Dragonfly impressed us right out of the gate. After extensive research of both tents, I have created this guideline to help you to pick the optimum one depending on your needs. It offers ample headroom, gear storage pockets, and exceptional vestibules.
I don't mind the extra weight with the Dagger. From the Nemo website, the Dragonfly is lighter but less resistant, and I'm not fond of the reduced size for the feet. Construction: Nemo Dragonfly vs Dagger Floor Area. Title. NEMO's Dragonfly Ultralight Backpacking Tent strikes an ideal balance of weight and livability in a free-standing tent with large trapezoidal vestibules for ample storage without obstructing entry and have multiple roll-back points to customize visibility and coverage. As with Nemo’s Hornet and Dragonfly tents, the Dagger has two doors and two vestibules. All of these tents are fine for two people. Tent 2P Nemo Dagger or Dragonfly. In fact, as far as budget options, the Nemo Hornet 2p is still one the cheapest.
Although both tents have options of 1p and 2p, I will be comparing 2p versions of the tents, but you can use this guide if you’re looking for a 1p version too.
The Dragonfly truly seems to be a middle ground tent. Advice. I've researched a lot, but there's no big reviews about the Dragonfly as it's recent. The dagger is again a bit roomier and sturdier, and ofcourse heavier. Nemo Dragonfly vs Hornet, they are both great backpacking tents which have a few differences. If you are mostly going solo, get the Hornet. But unlike the ultralight Hornet, the Dagger’s vestibules are massive. There are, however, several other ultralight backpacking tents that give the Nemo Hornet 2p a run for its money. It's an Editors' Choice Award winner because it deftly combines the creature comforts of a freestanding tent while finding clever ways to minimize its weight. The Hornet 2p is kinda small (but doable) for 2 people, but i can see why the dragonfly would be a good choice if you have a partner. At this point, you have gotten an in-depth look at what makes the Nemo Hornet 2P such a kickass ultralight tent. With a superior design and high-quality materials, we think this tent will stand the test of time. Nemo Hornet 2P vs the Ultralight World. For a couple of backpackers, this is far more convenient than a single door and vestibule—no crawling over your tent mate in the middle of the night to go the bathroom. If you are mostly going duo, get the Dagger. One big difference between the tents is their floor design, Dragonfly has a tapered floor that is wider at the head area and gets narrower through the feet area, while Dagger has a rectangular floor.