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Affordable Cots For Backpackers

These cots and tots offer the most comfortable sleep for backpackers, without compromising their backpack space or back muscles.

Our mum test-taker loved this luxury cot which looks beautiful enough to suit Scandi style nurseries, but it is also very practical with three mattress base heights that will keep it in use until your child is around four years old.

Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot

The Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot is our top budget choice is a great option for campers looking for an easy solution to sleep. It's simple to set up and pack, and is comfortable to sleep on. This cot has a large, wide base that can support someone up to 6 feet tall and 300 pounds, and our testers found it to be sturdy on all terrains. It has a side pocket for holding items like sleeping pads, water bottles, and phones. While it's more bulky than some backpacking cots but the Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot is still very portable and fits nicely into the majority of car camping tents.

If you want something a little more luxurious, we recommend the REI Co-op Kingdom Cot 3. The cot is designed to sleep two people and has a sleeping area that's 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 prevent you from falling. The cot is extremely sturdy, thanks to its thick steel and aluminum bars which are connected to the massive swinging feet. It was simple to set up for our testers, however the last knob connecting the main bar needed additional strength.

Another great option is the Byer of Maine Easy Cot, which is similar to our top pick in terms of set-up and packing. It folds similarly to a folding camping chair. The middle joints snap in a snap. It's a little heavier and bigger than the Osage River model but it packs 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 making it a good cribs option for anyone who is seeking a comfortable camping bed that can also be used as a spare guestbed at home. The cot is available that has a headrest to provide additional comfort.

Onwak Cots

Onwak Cots are a great camping cot if you need a lightweight, durable cot. This cot has a unique folding design and is constructed of top-quality materials. It's easy to store and move. It's also incredibly comfortable and durable, and can be used as a bed or lounge chair.

The Onwak Cots are not only great for camping, but also great for backpacking and hiking. Its light iron and aluminum construction allows it to support heavy loads, while still remaining portable. The Cot has also been rigorously tested to ensure superior quality and performance. The Onwak team utilizes the best materials to make its products, and also provides an efficient service, even if it's shipping in large quantities.

The Kamprite Double Kwik Cot makes the perfect cot for couples that like camping together. This cot can be assembled in just a few minutes and is ready for sleep. It is equipped with many useful features, including a washable denier base, padded section and mesh hammocks for storage. Additionally, it can be utilized as a lounger and offers a variety of recline positions to provide a customized experience.

The Coleman ComfortSmart is a great option for those who don't need a cot that is as comfortable as a bed. This cot can be put together in just two minutes. It has a broad base at each leg which can be rotated to allow to uneven ground. It's also affordable and can be purchased with or without a mattress.

While the Coleman ComfortSmart is a great choice for car campers, it's not the best cots uk choice for backcountry hikers or backpackers. It's too heavy to transport long distances. This is why it's best for those who drive into their campsites. The legs can be difficult to unroll and feed back into the cot body to store.

Helinox Light Cot

Helinox Cot One Convertible combines high-end engineered fabric with non-stretch technology to create an ultra-lightweight camp bed that is durable and comfortable. Its patent-pending tensioners eliminate the necessity for bulky cross bars and braces and deliver great tension to the bed's surface without adding extra weight. They also prevent the cot from getting flat when it's positioned on uneven ground. This model's only downside is the cost.

If you're a backpacker on an extremely tight budget there are other budget cot options to choose from. For instance the OEX Ultralite Folding Cot costs less than half as much than the Helinox Lite Cot but is significantly heavier. The main drawback to the OEX is that it's not as straightforward to put together and it can be difficult for small framed people to bend its five aluminum leg assemblies into place.

Helinox Lite Cots come with an exclusive tensioning system that includes an adjustable lever lock that makes them simpler to assemble and disassemble. The lever is located on the side of each leg. It has a pivoting arm which engages 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 mechanism provides great tension to the bed surface without adding extra bulk or stress to the legs.

The Lite Cot can also be adjusted to a different height by using the leg extensions that come with it. This is particularly useful if you are camping in an alpine location in which you'll need to be elevated due to snow or uneven terrain. However, the low profile of this cot could be a problem if you're an active person in your sleep or when you share your tent with another.

Like other cots, the Lite Cot requires some time to put it together and take it down. After a few hours, it becomes a breeze to use and take it with you when packing. It is also incredibly lightweight and compact for a cot and fits in most cars and vans with their gear. This makes it a great option for car or bike camping.

ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot

The ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot is a great option if you are looking for an easy-to-pack, lightweight and easy to set-up backpacking cot. The cot is light and durable thanks to its aluminum frame of the 7000 series and 420D honeycomb polyester rip-stop material. In fact, it weighs less than 5 pounds, yet has a 300-pound weight capacity. It also folds down into a 7 x 17 inch bag that makes it easy to transport in your backpack.

Contrary to other cots which require you to extend 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 out the cot and then tighten the straps. It was simple to set up. However, its larger size may not fit in some tents.

While the ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite isn't as portable as some of the other cots listed on this list, it's still the most affordable option for those who require a backpacking bed. The large feet at the bottom of each leg can be adjusted to uneven terrain, and you can sleep in the rain.