Affordable Cots For Backpackers
For backpackers who wish to elevate their sleeping experience without sacrificing pack space or back muscles, these cushier cots are a great choice.
This deluxe crib is a fantastic option for nurseries that are Scandi-style. It's also practical and has 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 which is our top budget pick is a great choice for campers who want an easy solution to sleep. It's easy to set up and pack, and is comfortable to sleep on. This cot has a large, wide base that can accommodate anyone up to 6 feet tall and 300 pounds, and our testers found it to be solid on any terrain. It has a side pocket to hold items such as sleeping pads, water bottles and phones. While it's more bulky than some backpacking cots but the Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot is still easily portable and can be easily incorporated into the majority of car camping tents.
If you're looking for something a bit more luxurious, the REI Cooperative Kingdom Cot 3 is a fantastic option. This cot can sleep two people and is incredibly comfortable even without an inflatable mattress. The cheap cot bed features a plush quilted, soft surface that's easy to lay on, as well as baffles on the sides to stop you from falling off. This cot is also extremely robust, with a thick aluminum and steel bars that join to huge, swiveling legs, which makes it stable on all terrains. Our testers found it easy to set up, though the last knob that connects to the main bar requires additional strength from a third party.
Another option that is a great choice is the Byer of Maine Easy Cot, which is very similar to our top pick in terms of set-up and packing. It folds similarly similar to a folding camping chair. The middle joints snap together quickly. It's a little heavier and bigger than the Osage River model but it packs down into a smaller carry case that's roughly the same size as the carry bag of the camp chair. It also comes with a larger sleeping area, as well as a storage pocket on the side that makes it an ideal option for those who require a comfortable camping cot that can also double as a guest bed at home. You can even find a version of this cot with an attached headrest for additional comfort.
Onwak Cots
Onwak Cots are the ideal camping cot if you need a sturdy, lightweight cot. The cot is constructed of top-quality materials, and features an innovative foldable design that makes it easy to carry 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 great for camping but also for backpacking and hiking. Its light aluminum and iron construction allows it to carry heavy loads yet still being portable. In addition the cot has been thoroughly tested to ensure the highest quality and performance. The Onwak team uses the highest-quality materials for its products and provides an efficient service, even if it's shipping in huge quantities.
The Kamp-rite Double Kwik Cot is the ideal bed for couples who enjoy camping together. This cot can be set up in a matter of minutes and is ready for sleep. It also comes with a variety of useful features, such as the ability to wash the base of the cot and a padded head section and a mesh storage hammock. It can also be used as an ottoman or a lounger, and it has multiple reclining positions to customize your experience.
For those who aren't seeking a cot that is as comfortable as a mattress, the Coleman ComfortSmart is an excellent choice. This cot for sale is easy to set up and can be ready for you to lie down in under 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 reasonably priced and includes or without a mattress.
The Coleman ComfortSmart is an excellent choice for car campers. However, it's not the best option for backpackers or hikers in the backcountry. It's too heavy for long distances. This is the reason it's best suited for those who drive to their camping sites. Additionally, the legs can be a little difficult to unfold correctly and require a bit of strength to feed them back into the body of the infant cot bed for storage.
Helinox Light Cot
Helinox Cot One Convertible combines precision engineered fabric with non-stretch technology to make a light-weight camping bed that is comfortable and durable. Its patented tensioners deliver great tension on the bed surface without adding additional weight. They also stop the cot from becoming flat if it's set up on uneven ground. The only downside to this model is its higher price.
There are a variety of budget-friendly options for backpackers on a tight budget. The OEX Ultralite Folding Cot, for example, costs less than half the price of the Helinox Lite Cot while being significantly heavier. The biggest drawback with the OEX is that it's not as easy to assemble and may be difficult for small-framed people to bend its five aluminium leg assemblies into place.
Unlike the OEX and the OEX, the Helinox Lite Cot has an exclusive lever lock tensioning system which allows it to be erected and disassemble. The lever is located on the side of each leg. It has a pivoting arm that engages the top frame bar. The lever is equipped with an uncompressed tab on the other side which you can press to let it go. This system makes use of mechanical leverage to create immense tension on the bed's surface, without adding bulk or stress to the legs.
The Lite Cot can also be adjusted to a different height using the leg extensions that come with it. This is extremely useful for camping in an alpine area where you'll need to be off the ground because of snow or uneven terrain. The low profile of the cot is not ideal for people who move around a lot during their sleep or have to share a space with a partner.
Like other cots, the Lite Cot requires some practice to set up and disassemble. After a few times, it becomes easy 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 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
If you're looking for a backpacking cot that is easy to pack and set up it's the ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot is an excellent choice. Its 7000 series aluminum frame and 420D polyester honeycomb rip stop fabric make this cot for sale extremely light and sturdy. In actuality, it weighs less than 5 pounds yet has a 300-pound capacity for weight. It folds into an a7x17 inch carry bag that makes it simple to carry.
In contrast to other cots that require you to extend it from the middle it is the ALPS ReadyLite Cot has legs that extend to the base of each side, which means all you have to do is spread the cot, then tighten the straps. We found it to be one of the simplest to set up cots however its larger size may cause it to be too big to fit in some tents.
ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite, while not as lightweight as other cots on this list, is still the best choice for backpacking cots. Its large feet at the base of each leg swivel to adjust to uneven ground and allow you to sleep in the rain.