Is the OEX Phoxx 1 V2 Too Small? (Honest Answer – Real Use)

oex phoxx 1 v2 open side coastal cliff camp uk wild camping

Quick answer:

The OEX Phoxx 1 V2 isn’t too small if you camp simply – but it will feel restrictive if you’re used to larger tents.

If you’re wondering whether the OEX Phoxx 1 V2 tent is too small for real use, here’s the honest answer based on using it for wild camping.

Short Answer

Yes – for some people.
No – if you already camp simply.

Why People Think It’s Too Small

You:

  • can’t sit upright
  • don’t have much space for gear
  • feel the walls close in quickly

If you’re used to larger tents, it will feel restrictive.

oex phoxx 1 v2 height compared to 48l backpack low profile tent
Low height – about level with a 48L pack.

Why It Works for Me

I came from a bivvy.

So this feels like:

  • more protection
  • more space
  • still simple

It’s not a comfort upgrade – it’s a small step up.

oex phoxx 1 v2 inner space over 6ft user lying down boots
Length isn’t the issue – it’s everything else.

When It Is Too Small

This tent probably isn’t for you if:

  • you like sitting inside your tent
  • you cook under cover
  • you spend long periods inside
Waterproofs and boots stored in OEX Phoxx 1 V2 vestibule
Waterproofs and boots stored in the vestibule space

When It Works Well

It works if you:

  • camp for a night or two
  • stay outside most of the time
  • keep your setup minimal
oex phoxx 1 v2 small tent space gear hillside camp uk
On uneven ground with gear – space starts to feel limited.

Final Thought

oex phoxx 1 v2 inner tent only setup size structure
Strip it back – and you see how minimal it really is.

It’s only “too small” if you expect it to be something it isn’t.

This is a low-profile, no-frills shelter.
Used that way, it makes sense.

For a full breakdown of how this tent performs in real UK conditions:
OEX Phoxx 1 V2 Review (UK Wild Camping Test) – Worth It in 2026?

If you want to see the exact measurements and how they feel in use:
OEX Phoxx 1 V2 Dimensions (Real Use – UK Wild Camping Test)

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