there isn't much difference. With practice, the time required to set either type up is mostly the same.Depending on the model, there are sleeve type tents whichallow you to fix the tent by just inserting one pole from one side,Ooooh!But they are expensive.That Nadeshiko... They're really getting friendly now...and suspended type tents which use fewer hooks to reduce the amount of time required for construction.While there are minor differences between the two, for regular camping use