Affordable Cots For Backpackers
These cots offer an extra comfortable sleeping experience for backpackers, without compromising their backpack space or back muscles.
This deluxe cot is a great option for nurseries with a Scandi style. It's also practical with three mattress heights that will keep your child comfortable until they are around four years old.
Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot
The Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot which is our top budget pick is a great choice for campers who want an easy way to sleep. It has a straightforward setup and a great packability and is comfortable to sleep on. The cot has a broad base that can support anyone up to 6 feet tall and 300 pounds, and our test subjects found it to be sturdy on all terrains. It has a pocket on the side to store items such as sleeping pads, water bottles, and phones. While it's bulkier than some backpacking cots, the Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot is still easily portable and fits well into most car camping tents.
If you're looking for something a little more luxurious, we recommend the REI Co-op Kingdom Cot 3. The cot is designed to sleep two and has an extremely comfortable sleeping area that's comfortable even without an air mattress. The cot comes with a soft, quilted surface that's comfortable to lie on, and baffles on the sides to prevent the occupants from falling off. The cot is extremely sturdy due to its sturdy aluminum and steel bars, that connect to the large, swiveling feet. Our testers found it easy to set up, however the last knob that connects the main bar requires more strength from another person.
Another great option is the Byer of Maine Easy Cot, which is similar to our top pick in terms of setup and packability. It folds in a similar way as a folding camping chair. The middle joints snap together easily. It's heavier and bigger than the Osage river model, however, it folds down into a smaller carrying case that's about the same size as a chair's carry bag. It comes with a bigger sleeping area and a side storage pocket which makes it a great choice for anyone seeking a comfortable camping bed that can also be used as a spare guestbed at home. The cot is available with a headrest for extra comfort.
Onwak Cots
Onwak Cots are the perfect camping cot if you need a lightweight, durable cot. This cot is made with top-quality materials and features an innovative foldable design that makes it easy to carry and store. It is also extremely comfortable and sturdy and can be used as a lounger chair or bed.
In addition to being a wonderful cot for camping In addition, the Onwak Cots is also great for backpacking and hiking. Its light aluminum or iron construction allows it to easily support large loads while remaining compact and affordable. In addition the cot has been thoroughly tested to ensure the highest quality and performance. The Onwak team utilizes the best materials to craft its products and provides the best service, even when it's shipping in bulk.
The Kamprite Double Kwik Cot makes the perfect cot for couples that like camping together. The cot can be set up in a matter of minutes and is ready to go to sleep. It has many convenient features, including a washable denier base with a padded section, as well as a mesh hammocks for storage. It can also serve as an ottoman or a lounger, and it has various reclining positions that can be customized to your experience.
The Coleman ComfortSmart is a great alternative for those who don't require a cot as comfy as a bed. The cot can be put together in less than two minutes. It has a broad base on each leg that can be rotated to make it more suitable to uneven ground. It's also affordable and includes or without a bed mattress.
The Coleman ComfortSmart is an excellent choice for car campers. However, it's probably not the best choice for backpackers or hikers in the backcountry. It's too heavy to transport long distances. This is why it's best for those who drive to their camping sites. In addition legs can be a little tricky to unfold properly and require a bit of strength to return them to the body of the cot to store them.
Helinox Light Cot
The Helinox Cot One Convertible combines the highest quality engineering with non-stretch fabrics to create a light camp bed that is comfortable and durable. The patented tensioners remove the need for bulky cross bars and braces, and provide great tension to the bed's surface without adding weight. The tensioners also stop the bed's surface from becoming flat when it is placed on uneven terrain. The only downside to this model is its high cost.
If you're a backpacker with a tight budget there are other budget Cot options available. The OEX Ultralite Folding Cot, for example, costs less than half the price of the Helinox Lite Cot while being substantially heavier. The primary drawback of the OEX is its difficulty in assembly. It can be a challenge for people with smaller frames to bend five aluminum leg assemblies.
Helinox Lite Cots have an exclusive tensioning system that includes a lever lock, which makes them easier to assemble and disassemble. This lever is located at the side of each leg. It has a pivoting arm that connects to the top frame bar. The lever has an open tab on the other end that you press to let it go. This system uses mechanical leverage to give you an excellent tension to the bed, without adding bulk or stress to the legs.
Another benefit of the Lite Cot is that it can be adjusted to various heights by using the included leg extensions. This is particularly useful when camping in an alpine region where you may require an elevated position due to snow or uneven terrain. However, the low profile of this cot could be a problem if moving a lot in your sleep or if you have to share the tent with a person.
Like other cots the Lite Cot requires some practice to set up and take down. After a few uses it's easy to use and take it with you when packing. It's also extremely compact and lightweight for a cot, and can fit in the majority of SUVs, cars and vans even when they are jam-packed with equipment. This makes it a great option for bike or car camping.
ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot
The ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot is the perfect choice if you want an easy-to-pack, lightweight and easy to set-up backpacking cot. This cot is lightweight and durable thanks to its aluminum frame 7000 series and the 420D honeycomb rip-stop polyester fabric. In fact, it weighs less than 5 pounds and has a 300-pound weight capacity. It folds into an 7 x 17 inch bag that makes it easy to carry in your backpack.
The ALPS ReadyLite Cot is unlike other cots that require you to spread it out from the middle. Instead, its legs extend out at the bottom of each side. This means that all you have to do is spread the cot out and tighten the straps. We found that it was one of the most simple cots to set up and set up, though its size may cause it to be too big to fit into some tents.
ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite, while not as lightweight as other cots on this list, is still the best choice for backpacking cots. The wide feet at the bottom of each leg can be adjusted to accommodate uneven terrain, and you can sleep in the rain.