Durston X-Mid 1 vs Sawyer Squeeze

100 facts in comparison

Based on 772 Reddit opinions. X-Mid 1 leads by 6 points.

772 opinions
X-Mid 1 leads by 6pts
Reddit's Pick
Durston X-Mid 1
82%
B+
Based on
740 Redditors
Winner

Durston X-Mid 1

339 opinions

tldr; The UL tent darling. Trekking pole setup, incredible value. Hard to get.

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Sawyer Squeeze
76%
B
Based on
936 Redditors

Sawyer Squeeze

~$57.51
433 opinions

tldr; Best value filter. Light, fast, reliable. Thread onto bottles. Everyone's pick.

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DurabilityEase of UsePortabilityWeather ResistanceComfort
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📦POR
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72
Points
72
Points

Score by Category

Durability
76%55%
Ease of Use
61%54%
Portability
70%72%
Weather Resistance
76%100%
Comfort
71%

Why is Sawyer Squeeze better than Durston X-Mid 1?

  • Better weather resistance (100% vs 76%)
  • Best value
  • Lightweight
  • Fast flow
Based on 1,676 Reddit opinions
Slight Edge

Reddit prefers the X-Mid 1

Winning by 6 points (82% vs 76%)

Better durability
Better ease of use
UL favorite
High confidence (1,676 mentions)

💬Reddit Sentiment

Based on 1,676 Reddit mentions

Overall Rating

X-Mid 1
8.2/10
740 mentions
Sawyer Squeeze
7.6/10
936 mentions
VALUE
X-Mid 17.8/10
Sawyer Squeeze8.1/10
WEATHER RESISTANCE
X-Mid 17.6/10
Sawyer Squeeze10.0/10
PORTABILITY
X-Mid 17.0/10
Sawyer Squeeze7.2/10
DURABILITY
X-Mid 17.6/10
Sawyer Squeeze5.5/10
EASE OF USE
X-Mid 16.1/10
Sawyer Squeeze5.4/10
COMFORT
X-Mid 17.1/10
Sawyer SqueezeN/A
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Head to Head

Head to Head

X-Mid 1: 3|Sawyer Squeeze: 2
ValueSawyer Squeeze
X-Mid 178%
Sawyer Squeeze81%
Weather ResistanceSawyer Squeeze
X-Mid 176%
Sawyer Squeeze100%
Portability
X-Mid 170%
Sawyer Squeeze72%
DurabilityX-Mid 1
X-Mid 176%
Sawyer Squeeze55%
Ease Of UseX-Mid 1
X-Mid 161%
Sawyer Squeeze54%
ComfortX-Mid 1
X-Mid 171%
Sawyer SqueezeN/A
X-Mid 182%
Sawyer Squeeze76%
X-Mid 1 wins by 6 points

Key Specs

SpecDurston X-Mid 1Sawyer Squeeze
Capacity
1 person
Type
Double-wall trekking pole tent
Floor Length
90 inches
Floor Width
28 inches
Floor Area
17 square feet

Key Highlights

Durston X-Mid 1
🏆 UL favorite
⛺ Trekking pole
💰 Great value
⚠️ Hard to find
Sawyer SqueezeWinner
🏆 Best value
🪶 Lightweight
⚡ Fast flow
💰 Great price

Topic Battles

X-Mid 1: 3|Tied: 1|Sawyer Squeeze: 1
🔧Durability
X-Mid 1 wins
X-Mid 1
76%
Sawyer Squeeze
55%
Ease of Use
X-Mid 1 wins
X-Mid 1
61%
Sawyer Squeeze
54%
📦Portability
X-Mid 1
70%
Sawyer Squeeze
72%
Weather Resistance
Sawyer Squeeze wins
X-Mid 1
76%
Sawyer Squeeze
100%
❤️Comfort
X-Mid 1 wins
X-Mid 1
71%
Sawyer Squeeze

Based on Reddit sentiment across 5 categories

📈Where They Rank

💬What Redditors Actually Say

What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for Durston X-Mid 1

Best Praise
+48 pts
Wow! Thanks so much for the detailed reply Dan, I will try the test you suggested in the morning and let you know the results. My dismissing of condensation as the culprit stems from my experience with the X Mid in other humid/damp cold nights (Scotland in October, for example) with low to the ground pitch, etc. and the tent stayed totally dry inside. I.e. my dismissing of condensation was stemming from how well I felt the tent performed previously from a condensation standpoint. That being said, I understand there can be many factors which could influence the condensation and thus a good chance I’m mistaking condensation for saturation. I’ll be sure to post the results of the test to this thread and DM you if I need anything else. Thanks again!
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Top Criticism
+111 pts
Unless you are pitching it without the inner you have zero chance of fitting two people in a xmid 1p.
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What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for Sawyer Squeeze

Best Praise
+114 pts
My Squeeze has been going great since 2018. I had a few moments of slow flow some years ago but I've resolved that... Anyway, how are you back flushing it? Are you prefiltering the water with something like a folded bandana? If you've had the same problem with multiple filters, it's not likely to be a defective product so you're asking the right question.
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Top Criticism
+22 pts
Had this happen when with a filter I believed to be fully dried (air dried for 2 weeks) at the end of a summer season. Made me dubious it's even possible to for a squeeze to be fully dry inside after it's been used.
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📈Historical Price Data

Durston X-Mid 1
Sawyer Squeeze
$49$56$63$70Sep '20May '25Jun '25Jun '25Jun '25Jun '25Jul '25Oct '25Feb '26Apr '26Low: $48.69Current: $64.95
Durston X-Mid 1
Sawyer Squeeze
All-time low: $48.69(2025-06)
$2 below 90-day avg

Which is Better?

Durston X-Mid 1 Wins
82%
1
vs
76%
Squeeze

Durston X-Mid 1 leads by 6 points based on 1,676 Reddit opinions.

Why X-Mid 1Winner
  • 🏆 UL favorite
  • ⛺ Trekking pole
  • 💰 Great value
Why Sawyer Squeeze
  • 🏆 Best value
  • 🪶 Lightweight

❤️The Love/Hate Breakdown

Sentiment Breakdown

38%Positive
Positive
38%
Neutral
54%
Negative
8%
Based on 740 Reddit opinions

Sentiment Breakdown

35%Positive
Positive
35%
Neutral
54%
Negative
11%
Based on 936 Reddit opinions

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Durston X-Mid 1 or Sawyer Squeeze?
Based on 1,676 Reddit comments, Durston X-Mid 1 is the preferred choice with 82% positive sentiment vs Sawyer Squeeze's 76%. Durston X-Mid 1 leads by 6 percentage points.
Should I buy Durston X-Mid 1 or Sawyer Squeeze?
If you want the safer choice based on community sentiment, Durston X-Mid 1 has stronger approval ratings (82% vs 76%). However, Sawyer Squeeze may still be better depending on your specific needs, budget, or use case.
What do Redditors love about Durston X-Mid 1?
Reddit users highlight: UL favorite. Trekking pole. Great value. With 740 mentions and 82% approval, it's a well-regarded choice in the community.
What do Redditors say about Sawyer Squeeze?
Reddit users highlight: Best value. Lightweight. Fast flow. With 936 mentions and 76% approval, it remains a popular alternative.
How many Reddit reviews were analyzed?
This comparison analyzed 1,676 Reddit comments: 740 about Durston X-Mid 1 and 936 about Sawyer Squeeze. Data was sourced from Camping Gear community discussions.
How accurate are these ratings?
Our sentiment analysis is approximately 80-85% accurate compared to manual review. Well-discussed products with many mentions tend to have more reliable scores than niche items with fewer data points.
Why trust Reddit over professional reviews?
Reddit users bought products with their own money and have no incentive to mislead. You're seeing hundreds of real opinions across different use cases, not just one reviewer's take. This crowdsourced approach surfaces both common praise and recurring complaints.

772 Reddit opinions analyzed · Last updated 5/26/2026