Affordable Cots For Backpackers
These cots offer an extra comfortable sleeping experience for backpackers without compromising their backpack space or back muscles.
This luxurious crib is an excellent option for nurseries with a Scandi style. It's also extremely practical, with three mattress heights to keep your child snug until they reach four years old.
Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot
The Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot, our top budget pick, is a great option for campers who want an easy solution to sleep. It's easy to set up and impressive packability and is also comfortable to sleep on. The cot has a, wide base that can support people who is 6 feet tall and 300 pounds. Our testers found it solid on any terrain. It also has a side pocket to store items such as sleeping pads, water bottles and phones. The Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot, while bulkier than some back-packing cots is still easily portable. It can be easily incorporated into most camping tents for cars.
If you're looking for something a more luxurious, the REI Cooperative Kingdom Cot 3 is a great choice. The cot is able to sleep two people and is extremely comfortable even without an inflatable mattress. The cot is quilted with a surface that is comfortable to lay on. It also has baffles on the sides to prevent the user from falling. This cot is extremely stable due to its sturdy steel and aluminum bars that connect to the large swinging feet. Our testers found it easy to set up, though the last knob that connects to the main bar requires extra strength from another person.
The Byer of Maine Easy Cot is an excellent option. It's very similar to the top pick in terms of packing and setting up. It folds down similarly to a folding camp chair, and the middle joints snap together quickly and easily. It's heavier and bigger than the Osage river model, but it folds into a smaller carry case that's roughly the same size as a camp chair's carry bag. It also comes with a larger sleeping area as well as a storage pocket on the side making it an excellent choice for anyone who needs a comfortable camping cot that doubles as a bed for guests at home. The cot comes in a version with a headrest attached 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 Best cot beds features an unique foldable design that makes it easy to move and store. It's also extremely comfortable and durable, and can be used as a bed or a lounge chair.
The Onwak Cots are not just ideal for camping but also for backpacking and hiking. Its light aluminum and iron construction allows it to support large loads yet still being portable. In addition, the cot has been thoroughly tested to ensure superior quality and performance. Onwak makes use of only the highest quality materials to make its products, and provides reliable service even when shipping bulk quantities.
The Kamprite Double Kwik Cot makes the perfect cot for couples that love camping together. It is easy to put together and ready for sleeping within minutes. It also comes with a range of features that are convenient, including a washable denier cot base and a padded head section and mesh storage hammock. Additionally, it can be used as a lounge chair and comes with a variety of recline positions to provide a customized experience.
The Coleman ComfortSmart is a great option for those who don't want a cot as comfortable as a bed. The cot is simple to set up and will be set up to lie down in under two minutes. It also has a broad foot at the bottom of each leg that can be swiveled to adjust to uneven ground. In addition, it's very affordable and is available with or without a mattress.
The Coleman ComfortSmart is an excellent option for car campers. However, it's not the best option for backpackers or backcountry hikers. It's too heavy for long distances. This is why it's best crib for those who drive to their campsites. The legs are a bit difficult to unfold and feed back into the body of the Mini Cot Bed for storage.
Helinox Lite Cot
Helinox Cot One Convertible combines the highest quality fabric engineered by a specialist with non-stretch technologies to create an ultra-lightweight camp bed that is durable and comfortable. Its patented tensioners remove the necessity for bulky cross bars and braces and deliver great tension to the bed's surface without adding additional weight. They also prevent the cot from flattening when it's placed on uneven ground. The only downside to this model is its higher price.
There are many inexpensive options for backpackers with a budget. For instance the OEX Ultralite Folding Cot costs less than half the price than the Helinox Lite Cot but is significantly heavier. The main disadvantage of the OEX is its difficulty in assembly. It isn't easy for people with small frames to bend five leg assemblies.
Helinox Lite Cots have a unique tensioning system with the lever lock that makes them easier to assemble and disassemble. The lever is on the side of each leg. It has a pivoting arm that engages with the top frame bar. The lever is equipped with a compressed tab on the other end that you can press to release it. The mechanical leverage of this system gives great tension to the bed surface without adding bulk or strain on the legs.
The Lite Cot can also be adjusted to a different height by using the leg extensions included. This is very helpful when camping in an alpine environment where you'll have to get off the ground due to snow or uneven terrain. The low profile of the cot is an issue for those who move a lot in their sleep or share a sleeping space with someone else.
As with other cots, the Lite Cot requires a bit of practice to put it together and take it down. After a few times, it becomes a breeze to use and take it with you when packing. It is also extremely light and compact for a cot and can be tucked away in most cars and vans with their gear packed. This makes it a great choice for bike and car camping.
ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot
The ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot is the perfect option if you are looking for a lightweight, easy-to-pack and set-up backpacking cot. Its 7000 series aluminum frame and 420D polyester honeycomb rip stop fabric make this cot extremely light and sturdy. It weighs less than five pounds, but can support 300 pounds of weight. It can be folded into an a7x17 inch carry bag that makes it easy to carry.
Contrary to other cheap baby cots which require you to expand it from its middle and then spread it out, the ALPS ReadyLite Cot has legs that extend to the base of each side, which means all you need to do is spread the cot and then tighten its straps. We found that it was one of the easiest cots to set up, although its bulkier size may make it difficult to fit in some tents.
ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite, while not as mobile as the other cots on this list, is still the best cots option for backpacking cots. The large feet at the bottom of each leg can be adjusted to accommodate uneven terrain and you can sleep in the rain.