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Affordable Cots For Backpackers These cots offer an extra comfortable sleeping experience for backpackers without sacrificing their space in their packs 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 make it usable 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 seeking a simple solution to sleeping. It has a straightforward setup and impressive packing capacity and is also comfortable to sleep on. The cot has a and wide base that can support people up to 6 feet tall and 300 pounds. Our testers found it solid on any terrain. It also comes with a handy side pocket that is ideal to store items such as phones, water bottles and sleeping pads. While it's bulkier than some backpacking cots however, 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 little more lavish, the REI Cooperative Kingdom Cot 3 is a excellent choice. The cot is designed to sleep two and has an area for sleeping that is incredibly comfortable even without an air mattress. The cot has a soft, quilted surface that's comfortable to lie on, and baffles on the sides that keep you from falling off. The cot is also sturdy, with heavy aluminum and steel bars that connect to oversized, swiveling legs, which make it stable on all terrains. It was simple to set up for our testers, however the last knob that connected the main bar required extra strength. The Byer of Maine Easy Cot is another excellent option. It's very similar to the top selection in terms of setup and packing. homepage folds in a similar way similar to a folding camping chair. The middle joints snap together quickly. It's heavier and larger than the Osage river model however, it folds down into a smaller carrying case which is about the same size as a camping chair's carry bag. It comes with a bigger sleeping area as well as an additional storage compartment on the side which makes it a great option for those seeking an easy camping bed that can be used as a spare guestbed at home. There is even the cot with an attached headrest for additional comfort. Onwak Cots Onwak Cots are the perfect camping cot for those who require a lightweight, durable cot. This cot is unique in its folding design and is made of top quality materials. It's easy to store and transport. It is also extremely comfortable and sturdy and can be used either as a lounger or bed. The Onwak Cots are not just great for camping but also for backpacking and hiking. Its light iron and aluminum construction makes it easy to support large loads yet still being portable. Additionally, the cot has been thoroughly tested to ensure 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 huge quantities. The Kamp-rite Double Kwik Cot is the ideal bed for couples who enjoy camping together. This cot is easy to set up and can be ready for sleeping within minutes. It comes with a variety of useful features, including a washable denier base, padded section and mesh hammocks for storage. Additionally, it can be used as a lounge chair and has different recline positions for a custom experience. The Coleman ComfortSmart is a great option for those who do not want a cot as comfortable as a bed. This cot is easy to set up and will be ready to lie down in under two minutes. It also has a large foot at the bottom of each leg that swivels to adapt to uneven ground. It's also affordable and is available with or without a mattress. While the Coleman ComfortSmart is a great choice for car campers, it's not the ideal choice for backcountry hikers or backpackers. It's too heavy to carry long distances. This is why it's best for those who drive to their campsites. In addition legs can be tricky to unfold properly, and it takes some strength to bring them back into the body of the cot in order to store them. Helinox Lite Cot The Helinox Cot One Convertible combines the highest quality engineering with non-stretch fabrics to create a light camp bed that is comfortable and durable. The tensioners are patented and provide excellent tension on the bed surface without adding weight. They also stop the cot from becoming flat when it's positioned on uneven ground. The only drawback to this model is its high price. If you're a backpacker with limited funds there are some other low-cost Cot options available. For example, the OEX Ultralite Folding Cot costs less than half as the Helinox Lite Cot but is substantially heavier. The major drawback of 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 aluminium leg assemblies into place. Helinox Lite Cots have an exclusive tensioning system that includes the lever lock that makes them much easier to put together and disassemble. The lever is situated on the bottom of each leg. It has a pivoting arm that is able to engage the top frame bar. The lever has an uncompressed tab on the other side that you press to let it go. This mechanism uses mechanical leverage to give you immense tension to the bed, without adding bulk or strain to the legs. Another benefit of the Lite Cot is that it can be adjusted to various heights using the leg extensions. This is a huge benefit for camping in an alpine environment where you'll need to be away from the ground due to snow or uneven terrain. However, the low profile of this cot can be a disadvantage if you're a big mover during the night or when sharing the tent with a person. Like other cots the Lite Cot requires some time to put it together and take it down. However, after a few hours it's a breeze to pack and use. It is also incredibly lightweight and compact for a cot, and fits in the majority of vans and cars, with their gear packed. 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 great option. weblink and 420D honeycomb ripstop fabric made of polyester make this cot extremely light and robust. It weighs less than 5 pounds, but it can carry 300 pounds of weight. It folds into an a7x17 inch carry bag that makes it simple to carry. Unlike many other cots that require you to extend it from the middle it is the ALPS ReadyLite Cot has legs that extend to the bottom of each side. This means all you have to do is spread out the cot, then tighten the straps. We found that it was one of the simplest cots to set up and set up, though its size may make it difficult to fit in some tents. While the ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite isn't as portable as some of the other cots on this list, it's the best affordable option for those who require a backpacking cot. Plus, its wide feet at the bottom of each leg can swivel to adjust to uneven ground and allow you to sleep in the rain.