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Affordable Cots For Backpackers

For backpackers looking to enhance their sleeping experience without sacrificing pack space or back muscles, these softer cots are a great option.

Our mom tester loved this luxury cot which is beautiful enough to fit Scandi style nurseries, but is also extremely practical, with three mattress base sizes that will make it in use until your child reaches four years old.

Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot

The Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot is our top budget choice and an ideal option for campers looking for a simple sleeping solution. It's easy to set up and transport and comfortable to sleep on. This cot has a large, wide base that can accommodate someone who is 6 feet tall and 300 pounds. Our testers found it stable on most terrain. It has a side pocket to hold items such as sleeping pads, water bottles, and phones. The Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot is heavier than other backpacking cots, is still portable. It fits into most car camping tents.

If you're looking for something more luxurious, we recommend the REI Co-op Kingdom Cot 3. The cot is able to sleep two people and is extremely comfortable even without an inflatable mattress. The cot has a soft quilted surface that's comfy to lie on, as well as baffles on the sides to stop the occupants from falling off. The cot is also sturdy, with thick aluminum and steel bars that connect to oversized swinging legs, which make it stable on all terrains. It was easy to set up for our testers, but the last knob that connected to the main bar required additional strength.

The Byer of Maine Easy Cot is another great option. It's very similar to the top choice when it comes to packing and setting up. It folds in a similar fashion to a folding camping chair. The middle joints snap in a snap. It's heavier and bigger than the Osage river model but it folds into a smaller carry case which is about the same size as a camp chair's carry bag. It also has a bigger sleeping area and an additional storage compartment on the side that makes it an ideal choice for anyone who needs a comfortable camping cot that can also double as a guest bed at home. You can even find an alternative version of this cot for sale that has a headrest attached for added comfort.

Onwak Cots

Onwak Cots are a great camping cot if you require a sturdy, lightweight cot. This cot is made of top-quality materials, and features an innovative foldable design that makes it easy to carry and store. It is also extremely comfortable and durable, and can be used as a lounger or bed.

In addition to being a wonderful cot for camping and camping, the Onwak Cots is also perfect for hiking and backpacking. Its lightweight iron or aluminum construction allows it to effortlessly support heavy loads while remaining portable and affordable. The Cot has also been rigorously tested for its superior quality and performance. The Onwak team uses the highest-quality materials to make its products, and also provides an efficient service, even if it's shipping in bulk.

The Kamprite Double Kwik Cot makes the perfect cot for couples that like 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 the ability to wash the base of the cot and a padded head section and mesh storage hammock. It can also serve as a chair or lounger and comes with various reclining positions that can be customized to your experience.

For those who aren't looking for a cot that's as comfortable as mattress The Coleman ComfortSmart is an excellent choice. The cot can be set up in just two minutes. It has a broad base at each leg that can be rotated to allow for uneven ground. It's also reasonably priced and includes or without a mattress.

While the Coleman ComfortSmart is a great option for car campers it's not the best option for backpackers or hikers in the backcountry. It's too heavy and hefty to carry over long distances, which is why it's best cots for newborns for those who are driving into their campsites. The legs are a bit difficult to unroll and feed back into the cot sales body to store.

Helinox Light Cot

The Helinox Cot One Convertible combines the highest quality engineering with non-stretch fabrics to create an ultralight camp bed that is comfortable and durable. The patented tensioners eliminate the need for bulky cross bars and braces and deliver great tension to the bed surface without adding additional weight. The tensioners also prevent the bed's surface from flattening out when it is set up on uneven terrain. The only downside to this model is its high price.

There are a variety of budget-friendly options for backpackers with a budget. For instance, the OEX Ultralite Folding Cot costs less than half as much than the Helinox Lite Cot but is substantially heavier. The main drawback to the OEX is that it's not as easy to assemble and can be difficult for smaller-framed people to bend its five aluminium leg assemblies into place.

Helinox Lite Cots feature a unique tensioning system with an adjustable lever lock that makes them simpler to assemble and disassemble. The lever is located on the bottom of each leg. It has a pivoting arm which engages the top frame bar. The other end of the lever is a tab that is compressed and is pressed to let it go. The mechanical leverage of this system gives immense tension to the bed surface 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 very helpful when camping in an alpine setting where you'll have to stand off the ground due to snow or uneven terrain. However, the slim profile of this cot may be a problem if an active person during the night or if you have to share the tent with a person.

Like other cots the Lite Cot requires some time to set up and disassemble. After a few times, it's easy to use and take it with you when packing. It is also extremely light and compact for a cot and will fit into the majority of vans and cars, with their gear. This makes it an excellent option for bike and 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 a good choice. Its 7000 series aluminum design frame and 420D honeycomb ripstop polyester make this cot extremely light and durable. It weighs less than 5 pounds, yet it has a weight capacity of 300 pounds. 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 baby cots on sale that require you to spread it out from the middle. Instead its legs extend at the bottom of each side. This means that all you have to do is spread the cot and tighten the straps. It was easy to install. However, its larger size may not be suitable for some tents.

While the ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite isn't as mobile as the other cots on this list, it's the most affordable choice for backpackers who need a coffin. Additionally, its large feet at the base of each leg can swivel to adapt to uneven terrain and even allow you to sleep in the rain.