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Affordable Cots For Backpackers

For backpackers looking to improve their sleeping without sacrificing space for their pack or back muscles, these cushier cots are a great choice.

This luxury cot is a great choice for Scandi-style nurseries. It is also very practical and has three mattress heights to keep your child at ease until they reach four years old.

Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot

The Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot is our top budget choice and an ideal choice for campers who are seeking a simple sleeping solution. It's easy to set up and impressive packing capacity and is comfortable to sleep on. The cot's wide, large base can hold those who are with a height of up to 6 feet and 300 lbs. Our testers found that it was sturdy on most terrains. It also has a handy side pocket that is ideal for storing items like water bottles, phone, and sleeping pads. The Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot, while bulkier than some back-packing cots is still easily portable. It fits into most car camping tents.

If you're looking for something a bit more luxurious then 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 cot has a quilted surface which is comfortable to lay on. It also has baffles along the sides, which prevent you from falling. The cot is also sturdy, with thick steel and aluminum bars that connect to oversized and swiveling legs, which make it stable on most terrain. It was easy to set up for our testers, however the last knob that connects the main bar required extra strength.

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 in a similar way as a folding camping chair. The middle joints snap together easily. It's heavier and bigger than the Osage river model but it folds down into a smaller carry case that's roughly the same size as a camping chair's carry bag. It has a larger sleeping area and an extra storage pocket on the side making it a good option for anyone who is seeking an easy camping bed that can also be used as a spare guestbed at home. There is even the cot that has a headrest attached to provide additional comfort.

Onwak Cots

Onwak Cots are the perfect camping cot for those who require an affordable, lightweight cot. The cot features a unique design that folds and is made of high-quality materials. It's easy to store and move. It is also extremely comfortable and durable, and can be used either as a lounge chair or bed.

In addition to being a wonderful cot for camping and camping, the Onwak Cots is also great for hiking and backpacking. Its lightweight aluminum or iron construction permits it to easily support large loads while remaining portable and affordable. The cot has also been rigorously tested for superior quality and performance. Onwak makes use of only the finest materials to make its products, and provides reliable service even when shipping in bulk.

The Kamp-rite Double Kwik Cot is the ideal cot for couples who love camping together. It is easy to set up and can be ready to sleep in a matter of minutes. It has many convenient features including a washable denier base with a padded section, as well as a mesh hammocks for storage. In addition, it can be used as a lounge chair and has different recline positions for a custom experience.

If you're not looking for a cot as comfortable as a mattress, the Coleman ComfortSmart is an excellent option. The cot can be put together in less than two minutes. It has a broad base at each leg which can be rotated to make it more suitable to uneven ground. It's also reasonably priced and includes or without a bed mattress.

While the Coleman ComfortSmart is a great option for car campers, it's not the best choice for backpackers or backcountry hikers. It's too heavy and hefty to transport over long distances, which is why it's best for those who are driving into their camping spots. The legs are a bit difficult to unroll and feed back into the body of the cot for storage.

Helinox Lite Cot

The Helinox Cot One Convertible combines high-end engineering and non-stretch fabric to create an ultralight camp bed that is comfortable and durable. The patented tensioners provide great tension on the bed surface without adding additional weight. They also keep the cot from getting flat when it's placed on uneven ground. The only drawback to this model is the cost.

If you're a backpacker on a tight budget there are other budget cot options available. For example the OEX Ultralite Folding Cot costs less than half the price than the Helinox Lite Cot but is considerably heavier. The biggest drawback of OEX is its difficulty in assembly. It can be difficult for people with small frames to bend five leg assemblies.





Helinox Lite Cots come with a unique tensioning system with the lever lock that makes them much easier to put together and disassemble. The lever is located on the bottom of each leg. It has a pivoting arm which is able to engage the top frame bar. The other end of the lever has a compressed tab that is pressed to let it go. This mechanism uses mechanical leverage to give you great tension to the bed without adding bulk or strain to the legs.

The Lite Cot can also be adjusted to a different height using the leg extensions provided. This is a huge benefit if you're camping in an alpine area where you may need to get off the ground due to snow or uneven terrain. The low profile of the cot is not ideal for people who are active in their sleep or have to share a space with someone else.

Like other cots the Lite Cot requires a bit of practice to set up and disassemble. After a few times, it becomes a breeze to set up and take down. It's 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 or car camping.

ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot

The ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot makes a great choice for those looking for lightweight, easy to pack and set-up backpacking cot. It is light and durable due to its aluminum frame 7000 series and 420D honeycomb polyester rip-stop material. It weighs less than five pounds, but can support 300 pounds of weight. It can be folded into an a7x17 inch carry bag which makes it easy to transport.

In contrast to other cots that require you to expand it from its middle and then spread it out, the ALPS ReadyLite Cot has legs that extend at the bottom of each side, which means all you have to do is spread the cot and tighten its straps. It was easy to set up. However its size could not fit in some tents.

While great crib isn't as mobile as the other cots listed on this list, it's still the best affordable option for those who require a backpacking bed. Plus, its large feet at the base of each leg swivel to adjust to uneven ground and even allow you to sleep in the rain.