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Affordable Cots For Backpackers These cots provide the most comfortable sleep for backpackers without sacrificing their space in their packs or back muscles. This deluxe crib is a fantastic choice for Scandi-style nurseries. It's also extremely practical and has three mattress sizes to ensure your child is comfortable until they are around four years old. Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot The Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot is our top budget pick and is a great option for campers looking for a simple sleeping solution. It's easy to set up and take down and comfortable to sleep on. The cot's wide, large base can accommodate people who are up to 6 feet tall and 300 pounds. Our test subjects found that it was stable across all terrains. It also comes with a handy side pocket that's great for holding gear like phones, water bottles, and sleeping pads. The Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot although heavier than many backpacking cots, is still portable. It fits into most car camping tents. If you want something more luxurious, we suggest the REI Co-op Kingdom Cot 3. This cot can sleep two people and is incredibly comfortable, even without an inflatable mattress. The cot features a plush quilted, soft surface that's easy to lie on, and baffles on the sides to prevent you from falling off. The cot is extremely sturdy due to its sturdy aluminum and steel bars, which connect to the oversized and swiveling feet. It was easy to set up for our testers, however the last knob that connected the main bar needed additional strength. The Byer of Maine Easy Cot is another great option. It's very similar to the top pick when it comes to setting up and packing. It folds down similarly to a folding camping chair and the middle joints snap together quickly and easily. It's a bit heavier and bigger than the Osage River model, however, it folds down into a smaller carry case that's the same size as the carry bag of a camp chair. It also comes with a larger sleeping area and an additional storage compartment on the side, which makes it a great option for those who require a comfortable camping cot that doubles as a bed for guests at home. You can even find a version of this cot with an attached headrest to provide additional comfort. Onwak Cots If you're looking for a sturdy lightweight camping cot to meet your outdoor needs look no further than the Onwak Cots. This cot is made of high-quality materials and has an innovative foldable design that makes it easy to store and transport. It is also extremely comfortable and durable, and can be used as a lounger chair or bed. The Onwak Cots are not just ideal for camping, but also great for backpacking and hiking. Its light iron and aluminum construction allows it to carry heavy loads while remaining lightweight. In addition, the cot has been rigorously tested to ensure the highest quality and performance. Onwak makes use of only the finest materials to create its products, and provides reliability even when shipping in bulk. The Kamp-rite Double Kwik Cot is the ideal cot for couples who love camping together. This cot is easy to install and is ready to sleep in just a few minutes. It also comes with a variety of convenient features, including a washable denier cot base, padded head section, and a hammock for storage. It can also be used as a lounger and has different recline positions to provide a customized experience. If you're not looking for a cot that's as comfortable as a mattress and isn't too expensive, the Coleman ComfortSmart is an excellent option. The cot is simple to set up and can be set up to lie down in under two minutes. It also has a broad foot at the bottom of each leg, which can swivel to adapt to uneven ground. Additionally, it's affordable and is available with or without a mattress. While the Coleman ComfortSmart is a great option for car campers, it's not the best choice for backcountry hikers or backpackers. It's heavy and bulky to transport over long distances, which is why it's best for those who are driving into their campsites. The legs are a bit difficult to fold and feed back into the body of the cot for storage. Helinox Lite Cot Helinox Cot One Convertible combines precision engineered fabric with non-stretch technology to create an ultra-lightweight camp bed that is comfortable and durable. Its patented tensioners remove the need for bulky crossbars and braces and deliver great tension to the bed's surface without adding weight. Cots 4 Tots UK prevent the cot from getting flat when it's placed on uneven ground. The only drawback to this model is the cost. There are many budget-friendly options for backpackers on a budget. The OEX Ultralite Folding Cot, for example, costs less than half the cost of the Helinox Lite Cot while being substantially heavier. The main drawback to the OEX is that it's not as simple to assemble and can be difficult for small-framed people to bend its five aluminum leg assemblies to fit. Unlike the OEX and the OEX, the Helinox Lite Cot is equipped with an exclusive lever lock tensioning system that allows it to be erected and disassemble. The lever is situated on the opposite side of each leg. It has a pivoting arm that engages with the top frame bar. The other end of the lever is a tab that is compressed and you depress to let it go. This mechanism uses mechanical leverage to create an excellent tension to the bed, without adding bulk or stress to the legs. The Lite Cot can also be adjusted to a different height using the leg extensions included. This is a huge benefit for camping in an alpine environment where you'll have to get off the ground because of snow or uneven terrain. The low profile of the cot is not ideal for people who are active in their sleep, or who have to share a bed with someone else. Like other cots the Lite Cot requires a bit of practice to set up and disassemble. After a few uses it becomes easy to set up and then pack. 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 or car camping. ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot If you're looking for a backpacking cot that is easy to carry and set up it's the ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite Cot is a great option. Its aluminum 7000 series frame and 420D honeycomb ripstop fabric made of polyester makes this cot extremely lightweight and robust. It weighs less than 5 pounds, yet has a 300-pound capacity for weight. It can be folded into the size of a carry bag 7x17 inches which makes it easy to transport. The ALPS ReadyLite Cot is unlike other cots that require you to spread it out from the middle. Instead, its legs extend out at the bottom of each side. This means that all you need to do is spread the cot out and tighten the straps. It was easy to install. However its bigger size might not fit in some tents. ALPS Mountaineering ReadyLite, while not as lightweight as other cots in this list is still the best option for backpacking cots. The wide feet at the bottom of each leg can be adjusted to uneven terrain and you can even sleep in the rain.