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Affordable Cots For Backpackers

These cots provide a more comfortable sleeping experience for backpackers without sacrificing their backpack space or back muscles.

Our mum tester loved this deluxe cot that looks beautiful enough to suit Scandi design nursery designs. It is also super practical with three mattress sizes that will make it functional until your child is around four years old.

Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot

The Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot is our top budget pick and is a great choice for campers who are looking for a simple sleeping solution. It's easy to set up and transport and comfortable to sleep on. The cot has a, wide base that can support people who is 6 feet tall and 300 pounds. Our test subjects found it to be sturdy on all terrains. It also comes with a handy side pocket that is ideal to store items such as phones, water bottles and sleeping pads. The Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot, while bulkier than some backpacking cots, is still transportable. It can be easily incorporated into most car camping tents.

If you're looking for something a bit more luxurious then the REI Cooperative Kingdom Cot 3 is a great choice. The cot is designed to sleep two people and has an area for sleeping that is incredibly comfortable, even without an air mattress. The cot features a quilted surface which is comfortable to lay on. It also has baffles along the sides, which help prevent you from falling. This cot is also extremely robust, with a thick aluminum and steel bars that connect to oversized, swiveling legs, making it stable on all terrains. Our testers found it to be easy to set up, however the last knob connecting to the main bar requires additional strength from a third party.

The Byer of Maine Easy Baby Cot is an excellent option. It is very similar to the top selection in terms of packing and setting up. It folds similarly 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 carry bag which is about the same size as a camp chair's carry bag. It offers a more spacious sleeping space and a side storage pocket which makes it a great option for anyone who is looking for an easy camping bed that can be used as a guest bed at home. This cot is available in a model that has a headrest to provide extra comfort.

Onwak Cots

If you're looking to purchase a durable, lightweight camping cot for your outdoor needs then look no further than Onwak Cots. This cot is made of high-quality materials and has an unique foldable design that makes it easy to move and store. It is also very comfortable and sturdy and can be used either as a lounger or bed.

The Onwak Cots are not only great for camping, but also for backpacking and hiking. Its lightweight iron or aluminum construction allows it to effortlessly support heavy loads while remaining compact and affordable. The cot has also been rigorously tested for its superior quality and performance. The Onwak team makes use of the finest materials for its products and provides an efficient service, even if it's shipping in large quantities.

The Kamp-rite Double Kwik Cot is the ideal bed for couples who enjoy camping together. This cot for sale is simple to put together and ready to sleep in just a few minutes. It comes with a variety of useful features like a washable base with a padded section, as well as a mesh hammocks for storage. It can also serve as a chair or lounger and comes with several reclining positions to tailor your experience.

The Coleman ComfortSmart is a great option for those who don't require a cot as comfy as a bed. The cot is simple to set up and will be ready for you to lie down in under two minutes. It also has a wide foot at the bottom of each leg that can be swiveled to adapt to uneven ground. It's also reasonably priced and includes or without a mattress.

The Coleman ComfortSmart is an excellent option for car campers. However, it's probably not the ideal choice for backpackers or backcountry hikers. It's heavy and bulky to transport over long distances, so it's recommended for those traveling to their camping spots. The legs are difficult to fold and feed back into the body of the cot for storage.

Helinox Light 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 durable and comfortable. Its patented tensioners eliminate the need for bulky cross bars and braces and provide excellent tension to the bed's surface without adding extra weight. They also stop the baby cot online from getting flat when it's placed on uneven ground. The only downside to this model is its premium price.

There are a variety of budget-friendly options for backpackers with a budget. The OEX Ultralite Folding Cot, for instance, is less than half the cost of the Helinox Lite Cot while being considerably heavier. The major drawback of the OEX is that it's not as simple to put together and it can be difficult for smaller-framed people to bend its five aluminium leg assemblies to fit.

Helinox Lite Cots feature an exclusive tensioning system that includes an adjustable lever lock that makes them much easier to put together and disassemble. This lever is located on the left side of each leg. It has an arm that pivots and connects with the top frame bar. The other end of the lever has an uncompressed tab that you press to release it. This system makes use of mechanical leverage to create immense tension to the bed, without adding bulk or stress to the legs.

The Lite Cot can also be adjusted to a different height using the leg extensions provided. This is extremely useful for camping in an alpine environment where you'll need to get off the ground due to snow or uneven terrain. The low profile of the cot is a disadvantage for those who are active in their sleep, or who have to share a space with someone else.

The Lite Cot is not any different. It takes a bit of practice to install it and then take it apart. But after a few uses, it becomes a breeze to use and pack up. It's also extremely light and compact for a cot and fits in the majority of vans and cars, with their gear packed. This makes it a great option for bike or car camping.

ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot

The ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot makes an excellent option if you are looking for an easy-to-pack, lightweight and easy to set-up backpacking cot. Its 7000 series aluminum frame and 420D honeycomb ripstop fabric made of polyester make this small cot beds extremely light and sturdy. It weighs less than 5 pounds, yet it can hold 300 pounds of weight. It can be folded into a 7x17 inch carry bag that makes it simple to transport.

Contrary to other cots which require you to expand it from its middle it is the ALPS ReadyLite Cot has legs that extend to the base of each side. This means all you have to do is spread the cot and then tighten its straps. We found that it was one of the easiest to set up cots, although its bulkier size may cause it to be too big to fit into some tents.

ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite, while not as portable as other cots on this list, is still the best infant cribs choice for backpacking cots. The large feet at the bottom of each leg can be adjusted to uneven terrain, and you can sleep in the rain.