Bivvies & Shelters

Compare bivvies, brollies and day shelters in one place, each priced against the retailers we list so you can see who is cheapest. Filter by size, type or budget to find the cover that suits your fishing.

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The range runs from compact day shelters and brollies through to one and two man overnight bivvies, so you can sort by what suits the way you fish.

Each listing pulls the live price from the retailers we track, with the lowest in stock shown next to the number of shops compared.

You can also sort by our review score to see which models have been tested before you commit.

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How to Choose a Bivvy or Shelter

The choice usually comes down to how long you stay out and how much weather you expect to face. Day shelters and brollies cover short sessions, while full bivvies are built for overnight and longer trips.

A brolly or umbrella system is the lightest option and packs down small, which makes it easy to move along the bank. Many now take a wrap or front panel, so they can be closed in when the wind gets up.

Day shelters sit between a brolly and a full bivvy, offering more headroom and a wider footprint without the weight of a two man frame. They suit anglers who fish in comfort through the day but do not always stop overnight.

Full bivvies are sized as one man or two man and are built around a stronger frame with a heavier groundsheet. The two man size gives room for a bedchair and gear, and many accept a separate overwrap for colder months and harder rain.

The fabric rating, the number of pegs and poles supplied, and whether the groundsheet is sewn in or clips out all affect how weatherproof and how easy to pitch the shelter is. A man size frame and a taped, hydrostatic rated skin matter most for year round use.

The guide linked below explains the options in more detail and points to the models worth a closer look.

Bivvy and Shelter Prices and Reviews

There are 51 bivvies and shelters listed here, with 28 of them carrying a full eTackle review. Every listing shows the lowest in stock price alongside the number of shops compared, so you can see at a glance where the best deal sits.

Our reviews judge each shelter on how well it pitches, how it holds up in wind and rain, and how usable the living space is once you are inside. For a wider look at the options and the models we rate, read our best bivvies for carp fishing guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a bivvy and a day shelter?

A day shelter is a lighter, more open cover built for comfort during a single day on the bank. A bivvy is a fully enclosed shelter with a heavier frame and groundsheet, made for overnight and multi night sessions.

Do I need a one man or two man bivvy?

A one man bivvy is lighter and quicker to pitch, which suits anglers who travel light and move swims often. A two man size gives extra room for a bedchair and gear, so it is the usual choice for longer, more settled sessions.

What is an overwrap and do I need one?

An overwrap is a second skin that fits over a bivvy to add insulation and a further waterproof layer. It is worth having for winter and heavy rain, but it is not essential for milder, drier sessions.

How waterproof should a bivvy be?

Waterproofing is given as a hydrostatic head rating, and a higher figure means the fabric resists more water before it lets through. A taped seam skin with a man size frame will keep out sustained rain on year round trips.

Are pegs and poles included with a bivvy?

Most bivvies and shelters come with the pegs and poles needed to pitch them straight from the bag. It is still worth checking the listing, as heavier ground or windy banks can call for stronger storm pegs.

Can a brolly be used as an overnight shelter?

A brolly with a wrap or front panel can be closed in and used for a night out in fair conditions. For colder weather or exposed swims a full bivvy gives more protection and more usable space.