Affordable Cots For Backpackers
These cots offer an extra comfortable sleeping experience for backpackers without compromising their pack space or back muscles.
Our mom tester loved this deluxe cot that is beautiful enough to fit Scandi design nurseries but is also super practical with three mattress heights that will make it usable until your child reaches 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 seeking an easy way to sleep. It's simple to set up and take down, and is comfortable to sleep on. This cot's large, wide base can support individuals up to 6 feet tall, and 300 pounds. nursery cots found that it was sturdy on most kinds of terrain. It also comes with a handy side pocket that's great to store items such as phones, water bottles, and sleeping pads. While it's bulkier than some backpacking cots but the Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot is still a great option for portable storage and fits nicely into most car camping tents.
If you're looking for something more luxurious, we recommend the REI Co-op Kingdom Cot 3. This cot can sleep two people and is incredibly comfortable, even without an inflatable mattress. The cot features a quilted surface that is a comfortable surface to lie on. It also has baffles on the sides, which help prevent you from falling. This cot is also extremely sturdy, with thick aluminum and steel bars that connect to oversized, swiveling legs, which makes it stable on all terrains. Our testers found it to be simple to set up, though the last knob connecting to the main bar requires more strength from another person.
The Byer of Maine Easy Cot is an excellent option. It's a lot like to the top choice in terms of packing and setting up. It folds in a similar way to a folding camping chair. The middle joints snap together easily. It's a bit heavier and bigger than the Osage River model however, it folds down into a smaller case that's roughly the same size as the bag that comes with the camp chair. It comes with a bigger sleeping area as well as an additional storage compartment on the side which makes it a great option for those looking for an easy camping bed that can also be used as a spare guestbed at home. You can even find an alternative version of this cot that has a headrest attached for added comfort.
Onwak Cots
Onwak Cots are the perfect camping cot if you need a sturdy, lightweight cot. The cot is constructed of high-quality materials and has an unique foldable design that makes it easy to store and transport. It is also extremely comfortable and sturdy and can be used as a lounger chair or bed.
The Onwak Cots are not just great for camping, but also great for hiking and backpacking. Its light aluminum or iron construction allows it to easily support large loads, while remaining lightweight and affordable. Additionally the cot has been rigorously tested to ensure superior quality and performance. The Onwak team uses the highest-quality materials for its products and provides the best service, even when it's shipping in bulk.
The Kamprite Double Kwik Cot makes the ideal cot for couples who love camping together. This cot is simple to install and is ready to sleep in a matter of minutes. It has many convenient features like a washable base, padded section and mesh hammocks for storage. It can also be utilized as a lounger and has different recline positions for a custom experience.
The Coleman ComfortSmart is a great option for those who do not need a cot that is as comfortable as a bed. The cot can be put together in just two minutes. It also has a wide foot at the base of each leg, which can swivel to adapt to uneven ground. It is also very affordable and comes with or without a bed mattress.
While the Coleman ComfortSmart is a great option for car campers, it's not the ideal choice for backpackers or backcountry hikers. It's too heavy and hefty to transport over long distances, which is why it's best for those who are traveling to their campsites. The legs can be difficult to fold and feed back into the cot body to store.
Helinox Lite Cot
Helinox Cot One Convertible combines the highest quality fabric engineered by a specialist with non-stretch technologies to create a light-weight camping bed that is comfortable and durable. The patented tensioners eliminate the necessity for bulky cross bars and braces and deliver great tension to the bed's surface without adding weight. The tensioners also stop the surface of the cot from flattening out when it is set up on uneven terrain. The only drawback to this model is its price.
If you're a backpacker on limited funds, there are other affordable cot options to choose from. The OEX Ultralite Folding Cot, for instance, is less than half the cost of the Helinox Lite Cot while being significantly heavier. The primary drawback of the OEX is its difficulty in assembly. It can be a challenge for people with small frames to bend five aluminum leg assemblies.
Helinox Lite Cots have an exclusive tensioning system that includes the lever lock that makes them easier to assemble and disassemble. This lever is located at the bottom of each leg. It has a pivoting arm which engages the top frame bar. The other side of the lever is a tab that is compressed and you depress to let it go. The mechanical leverage of this system provides great tension to the bed without adding extra bulk or stress to the legs.
Another advantage of the Lite Cot is that it can be adjusted to different heights with the included leg extensions. This is extremely useful for camping in an alpine area where you may need to get off the ground because of snow or uneven terrain. However, the low-profile of this cot can be a disadvantage if you're an active person during the night or when you share your tent with another.
The Lite Cot is the same. It takes a bit of practice to put it together and then remove it from its place. After a few hours, it becomes a breeze to use and pack. It's also extremely light and compact for a cot, and fits in most cars and vans with their gear packed. This makes it an excellent option for bike and car camping.
ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot
The ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot makes an excellent option if you are looking for lightweight, easy to pack and set-up backpacking cot. Its 7000 series aluminum design frame and 420D polyester honeycomb rip stop fabric make this cot very lightweight and robust. It weighs less than five pounds, yet it can hold 300 pounds of weight. It folds into the size of a 7x17 inch carry bag, which makes it easy to transport 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 need to do is spread the cot out and tighten the straps. It was simple to set up. However its bigger size might not fit in some tents.
While the ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite isn't as mobile as the other cots on this list, it's the most affordable option for backpackers who need a coffin. Additionally, its wide feet at the base of each leg swivel in order to adjust to uneven ground and allow you to sleep in the rain.