Camping cots buying guide and which one is best
Camping cots are a great choice for getting a comfortable and good night’s sleep when you are out camping. Though there is the option of a regular sleeping mat and sleeping bag or even a camping mattress, if you really want home like comfort then you need to go in for a camping cot.
A big perceived disadvantage of camping cots is that they cannot be hauled with you when you go hiking with a backpack, but that is not totally correct as some of the compact camping cots like the KingCamp Compact Cot only weigh 4.4 lbs and has a packed size of just 14 inches by 5 inches by 5 inches.
Here is a photo of the KingCamp Compact Cot all packed up.
When it opens out it can support up to 265 pounds of weight, which is suitable for most people, and extends to 75 inches which is 6 feet and 3 inches.
Here is a photo of the KingCamp Compact cot opened up.
Another great option in the lightweight camping beds category is the Desert Walker, that weighs only 3 pounds and supports an amazing 440 lb. Here is a picture of the ultralight Desert Walker camping cot, also showing its folded and packed size which is merely 19.6 inches x 4 inches.
Camping cots buying guide
Today the variety and types of camping cots is quite diverse. You get large double bed size camping cots and extremely light compact cots too. Usually the camping cots have a metal from and either a fabric or spring coil sleeping base. Some of them have rip resistant fabric, and some have additional features like extra storage and an add on table or chair.
Weight of the cot
The first thing you need to decide is how much weight you are willing to look at in your camping cot. If you are going backpacking and plan to carry it, then an ultralight compact cot is the only option. The other camping cots which area heavier are best for camping sites and camping trips where you can drive right up to the tent you will be sleeping in.
Frame of camping cots
Camping cots usually have a metal frame which gives it shape and creates the base of the sleeping surface. The frame is either made of steel or aluminium. Aluminium frames are lighter, while steel frames are stronger but heavier.
Material of the sleeping surface
The material which forms the cover over the frame is either cotton or polyester or nylon. Cotton is stronger but difficult to keep clean. Try to choose fabric that is rip resistant and water resistant too.
Setting up of the cot
The ease of setting up a camping cot is also a point to consider. There are many camping cots merely need to be unfolded and the legs opened into place, but the more compact ones need to be set up with things like threading metal rods into the piping of the cloth etc.
How much weight can the cot support
The weight capacity of the camping cot is an important consideration. If the person who will be sleeping on it is heavier, then look for a camping cot with those specifications. Camping cots support weights ranging from 250 lbs to 600 lb for the double bed sized cots. A heavier person will actually find it much more comfortable to sleep on a camping cot as their body will not bear down on the ground anywhere.
Camping cots are safer and more comfortable than sleeping on the ground
When you sleep on a camping cot, you have a much more comfortable experience as at no point does your body touch the ground. It protects from the heat pulling property of the ground in colder camp sites, it keeps you safe from any insects that may come into the tent, and you can layer a sleeping mat and a sleeping bag on top to make it even more comfortable. Many of these camping cots are also used as back up bed back at home, so you can be sure that they will be comfortable.
10 Best Camping Cots to buy today
To bring you a very wide and updated choice of camping cots, out list of the Top 10 Bestsellers gets updated nearly every day. These 10 camping cots represent eh current highest selling models in the market today.
It will be a very good idea to have a good look at each one of them and if you see a camping cot that meets your needs and specs, you can be sure that it is a tested, tried and reliable choice.
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- ELEVATED COMFORT: Eliminates the discomfort of sleeping on rough or cold ground
- BUILT TO LAST: Strong cross-bar steel frame
- SUPPORTS: Up to 300 lb.
- MAX HEIGHT: 6 ft. 2 in.
- DIMENSIONS: 73 x 35 x 17 in.
- Portable: Folds to fit in most car trunks
- 1-year limited warranty
2.
- 【REMOVABLE SOFT CUSHION】- Soft cushions add extra comfort. In hot weather, the cushion can also be taken away to increase the air permeability
- 【Foldable and Portable】-The portable cot can be folded and put into a carry bag, making it easy to take to your campsite and perfect for outdoor rest.
- 【Durable Steel Frame】-Heavy-duty steel tubing, X-shaped structure of the travel cot ensure safety and stability, and can support up to 450 pounds, enough to support a strong adult.
- 【Strong Fabric】-Soft and breathable material consists of double-layer 600D polyester material, with super strength, water resistance and waterproof performance， easy to clean.Good experience to reduce the soreness of your back.
- 【3-IN-1 Pocket】- Large side pocket of the sleeping cot allows you to store your phone, water, etc. for easy access.
3.
- Country Of Origin : China
- The Package Height Of The Product Is 7.1 Inches
- The Package Length Of The Product Is 37 Inches
- The Package Width Of The Product Is 10.23 Inches
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- 【HEAVY DUTY & STABLE】Unique square high strength 25mm steel tubes, triangle structure and concave-convex symmetry design. Weights 7.2kg/15.8lbs; supports up to 450 lbs.
- 【DURABLE & COMFORTABLE】Breathable 600D double layer oxford fabric. Sleep comfortable without pillow as the angle of the top flanges. Fits most people up to 6'8".
- 【PORTABLE】Fold up to fit inside most car trunks. Storage bag included for easy transport and store. Perfect for adults, children/kids, staff, campers, explorers, or unexpected house guest.
- 【WIDELY USED】Not only as camping, patio and pool furniture, but also in beauty salons and reflexology offices all across the world.
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- Double-sided Pocket Design: Keep all your things handy right next to you! The ultra-convenient side pockets store sunglasses, books, phones, headphones, water bottles and so much more!
- Slim But Comfy: Just because it’s foldable doesn’t mean it can’t be comfortable! The Sportneer folding camping cot, features a slightly tilted end made with polyester fiber so it’s comfy for sleeping even without a pillow.
- Foldable & No Installation Required: The last thing you want when it’s time to sleep is a complicated setup for your bed! Thankfully the Sportneer sleeping cot can be unfolded in seconds, and when you’re ready to stash this handy portable cot, it can be folded into the storage bag in under 10s!
- Great Bearing Capacity & Durability: Bring it on camping trip, after camping trip, or wherever you take adventures — the Sportneer portable camping cot can handle it all. With a 1200D double-layer construction from oxford cloth, it’s water and dirt resistant. Plus, the 25mm thickened oblate square tubes have a maximum bearing capacity of 450lbs for extreme durability.
- Use Anywhere: You can bring the portable Sportneer outdoor sleeping cot anywhere you take adventures, from indoor use to camping, the beach, the office or for visiting guests at home. Give yourself the gift of better sleep!
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- 【Foldable and Portable】-The portable cot can be folded and put into a carry bag, making it easy to take to your campsite and perfect for outdoor rest.
- 【Durable Steel Frame】-Heavy-duty steel tubing, X-shaped structure of the travel cot ensure safety and stability, and can support up to 450 pounds, enough to support a strong adult.
- 【Strong Fabric】-Soft and breathable material consists of double-layer 600D polyester material, with super strength, water resistance and waterproof performance， easy to clean.Good experience to reduce the soreness of your back.
- 【3-IN-1 Pocket】- Large side pocket of the sleeping cot allows you to store your phone, water, etc. for easy access.
- 【Travel Companion】-This camping cot is perfect for outdoor activities such as camping, relaxing on the beach, or even just plain old road trips.
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- 【TIPS】: The pad is vacuum-packed, which can be naturally fluffed after 2-3 hours of unpacking. For the cot to unfold flat, refer to the manual. If any questions, please feel free to contact us.
- 【No tools or no assembly】This cot can be used no assembly or no tools required.Fold up in seconds,easy to tote in the matching sturdy nylon carry bag/cover for effortless storage&travel.It's a camping cots for adults and kids.Perfect for camping,road trip,beach,backyard,office nap,etc.
- 【Comfortable】The head of our camping cot is a incline design.So it doesn't need a pillow!Gentle incline promises no more morning back,neck or shoulder ache!The mattress is soft and thick,so this is a very comfortable folding cot.
- 【Premium material】Strong and sturdy.Our cots for sleeping are made up of thick steel tube frames with 10 support legs,each leg with a non-slip pad to ensure steady.The sleeping cot can easily supports up to 450 pounds.Breathable,soft fabric is constructed in a double layer of 1200D oxford for superior strength,water-resistance and easy-cleaning.
- 【Lightweight and convenient】This cot weighs only 14 lbs,the storage size is 10"x6"x42"(L×W×H),which is very convenient to carry.This camp cot built-in a large side pocket for storing your water bottle,phone,glasses,keys,books,toys & more.
- 【Service and tips】Please refer to the user manual.When seting up,please firmly press the two support points in the middle of the cot frame to ensure that the 10 legs are loading the ground.We provide two years warranty,if you are satisfied about this cot,please do spare some time to share with your frends.
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- Easy Set Up: With the help of new designed Lock Mechanism (trigger), you can easily assemble the feet to the support rod tightly.
- High Quality and Durable Material: Aircrafted-grade 7075 aluminum alloy made cot legs and ripstop 300D elastic polyester made cot sheet. PU double coating. The cot is in a very high quality and sturdy enough to support up to 400lb. Enjoy a nice sleeping in this reliable camping cot.
- Portable and Comfortable: The cot is packed in a 16.5*6.5*7.8 inch well made carry bag. It is easy to carry around. With open up to 74.8"(length)*27.6"(width), it is big enough for an adult to sleep comfortably. Package Weight: 7lb.
- VERSATILITY: MOON LENCE camping cot is comfortable enough to ensure great sleep wherever you are. Portable cot best for outdoor adventures, like overnight camping, hiking, trekking, hunting, beach. Also ideal for indoor bedroom, living room, office, and any places you need to sleep.
- FOLDABLE COT: Our adult cot is ideal equipment for camping, hunting, hiking, trekking, road trip, beach, you can also use it as a temporary bed at your home or office nap.
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- 【Heavy-duty Design】: Aluminum frame to reduce rust, X-leg assembly strengthens the cot and provides stability; High-quality 600D oxford provide more comfortable sleep
- 【Lightweight & Portable】:Weighing 11.9 lbs , with canvas storage bag, can easily bring it to anywhere you need, the maximum load is 250 pounds
- 【Easy To Set Up】: You just need a little trick and muscle, if you refer to the tutorial on our picture. You can complete the construction by yourself, even if the old man can do it
- 【Suitable For Multi-scenarios】:You deserve a good sleep wherever you are,take our cot to Road Trip, at Home, the Pool, Lake, RV, Campsite, Patio, Deck, Tent or Cabin
- 【Attention】: For you to have a more comfortable using experience of the cots, let it remained assembled at least 24-48 hours to make the canvas stretch a bit, next time you set up it will be easier
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- ULTRA LIGHT WEIGHT: The Extremus Mission Mountain camping cot is ultra-light, weighing only 4.4lbs! It measures 75 x 27.5 x 7.8 inches, to perfectly fit inside your tent. No more laying on the uneven or cold ground, this sleeping cot is elevated 7.8 inches off the ground, so you get a good night’s sleep. Collapsible down to just 18” with a convenient storage bag for easy portability.
- SET-UP IN JUST 60 SECONDS: The practical 5-piece construction has 3 cot stabilizers and 2 resting frames for easy set-up in just 60 seconds. Simply insert each stainless-steel frame into the sleeves and attach the 3 cot stabilizers onto the two resting frames by using the compression latch. For disassembly, press down on the latch handle with one hand and slowly pinch the metal knobs to release the frames. Easy for anybody to setup and takedown.
- SMOOTH RESTING AREA: This sleeping cot uses aircraft-grade 7075-T6 Aluminum for the resting frames for an ultra-smooth balanced surface. And the 3 cot stabilizers provide a flatter resting area than other cots with 5 frame legs. Supports weights up to 310lbs and heights up to 6’3”. Frames are engineered with elastic connective lines for a stronger seal, making the camp cot sturdy and durable. And the legs have soft padding for ultimate comfort.
- MOISTURE SHIELDING FABRIC: Choose from 3 fabric options. The Silver Coated Oxford fabric is specially designed to block out the moisture and cold by reducing the heat loss inside your tent so you can sleep comfortably. It also makes the fabric more durable and tear resistant. For warmer climates, switch to the breathable mesh material that provides airflow ventilation to prevent overheating.
- EXTRA FEATURES: Specially designed with 3 easy-access side pockets to safely store your phone, keys, wallets, headphones, chargers, and valuables that you don’t want on the cold ground. Not just for sleeping or sitting, place items on top of this cot to keep them clean and dry. Perfect temporary sleeping cot for the home, beach, guest room, campground, or any outdoor adventures.
Last update on 2022-10-06 at 21:56 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
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