I have a pro xt cottage so I can't really speak to replacing the bench (I like the pro seat) but it would be pretty darn snug fitting 2 guys in there. It's perfect for me alone but I'm a big guy. You might be able to fit two small tripod chairs in one but I'd feel like a sardine with another person in mine...no matter the seating arrangement. I'm probably just getting old, a little ornery and like my personal space too much.