Collapsible camping cots are compact and light and these are their best features, but they also need a simple assembly that is easily done without any extra tool. They are very useful in a camping tent for several reasons, here are a few:
- With such a cot you are off the ground, so you need less insulation if this is about cold weather camping.
- In summer, you do not need any sleeping pad, except for extra comfort if you need it.
- They can be of very different height, so you can fit such a cot in practically any tent, from the smallest backpacking to the largest family camping tents. Note that some of them are with a variable height due to extensions on their legs, so you can use it as you wish.
- When you sleep on the floor in a small backpack-portable tent, you have no space for your gear. But with a camping cot, you always have at least some clearance, and this is then a valuable storage space for your stuff.
Such a cot normally always comes with a carry bag, so you can store it at home and use it in emergency situations and also for sudden guests.
How to choose a collapsible camping cot
There are several parameters and features to consider and here are some of them given in no particular order:
The weight: I see this as an important parameter only if you plan to carry it attached to the pack. There are incredibly light collapsible cots for such a purpose. The lightest cots on the market weigh around 1.3 kg only and you will see some of them here in the list.
The packed size: This is important if you plan to transport the cot on a bicycle or motorbike, or to carry it attached to a pack. For car camping this is less important because such cots packs well in general and they will not take much space in the car trunk.
Bed size: For tall people this should be the first parameter to check, in particular the cot’s length. Note that such cots are always without end bars, so what you see as the length is its true length and you will not have pressure spots anywhere.
But the width is a bit different story, you always have side bars and they take a few centimeters of the useful width so bear this in mind when you choose. Some of these cots are incredibly light simply because they are short and narrow. Check also our list with extra-large camping cots if you are a very big person.
The weight capacity: If you are a very heavy person this is the parameter to consider carefully. For users with a small body weight, any of the cots will work. All of them are designed to support the weight above 100 kg.
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So here is our list of best collapsible camping cots given in alphabetical order so this is not a ranking. Those are all very popular outdoor sleeping items and you will see here some of the cots from the best-known brands in this industry.
- 【Extra Long Camping Cot】Longer and wider than most sleeping cot. Size: 78.7×27.1×6.7inches, more space,more comfort. You can freely turn to your side, back, and stomach. Keeps you off the ground, stay off the rocks. No bars in your back.No more waking up sore.
- 【Lightweight Cot Bed-Easy to Carry】The compact folding cot only weights 5 pounds. Packed size: 18.9×6.7inches. Just like a handle bag, fit into your travel backpack or across your shoulder.Say goodbye to backaches when backpacking.
- 【Sturdy and Comfortable】**Frame is made of high strength 7075 aluminum alloy, which sturdy enough to hold people up to 265 lbs.**Bed cloth is specially treated 300D ripstop cloth, which is breathable, firm and not scratchy .**Inside pocket to store your phone,keys or other things.** Free storage bag to put your cloth in it and as a comfy pillow.
- 【Easy to Set Up and Take Down】 NO TOOLS NEEDED! You just need a few minutes to set up or take down the camp cot. The package include 5 legs, 2 long poles, cot fabric, storage bag.
- 【Versatility Foldable Cot】Our adult cot is ideal equipment for camping, hunting, hiking, trekking, road trip, beach, you can also use it as a temporary bed at your home or office nap.
- Lightweight, compact, portable camping cot that offers an extra 7.5 inches more in length than the original Cot One
- Holds up to 320 pounds with proprietary aluminum alloy legs and frame; cot cover and zippered carrying case made from 600-weave rip-stop polyester
- Quick setup with a single internal bungee cord that self assembles the poles; height of 6.5 inches, or 15 inches with leg extenders (sold separately)
- Suspends sleepers 6.5 inches from the ground, making it ideal for cold temperatures and side sleepers
- Long size measures 82.5 x 27 x 6.5 inches; packs down to 23 x 6.5 inches and weighs 6.3 pounds; manufacturer's five-year warranty
- Insulated camping cot is lightweight, compact, and portable, offering maximum surface tension and a warm 2.5-inch thick sleeping pad for a restful slumber
- Holds up to 320 pounds with proprietary aluminum alloy legs and frame; cot cover and zippered carrying case made from 600-weave rip-stop polyester
- Quick setup with a single internal bungee cord that self assembles the poles; height of 7 inches, or 15 inches with leg extenders (sold separately)
- Insulated pad self-inflates for easy set-up, provides excellent cushioning, has an R-Value of 5, and easily deflates for compact packability
- Measures 75 x 27 x 6.5 inches; packs down to 7.5 x 25 inches and weighs 6.6 pounds; manufacturer’s five-year warranty
- Ultralight and Compact: Weighs only 4.8 pound, and folds down to 16.9 x 5.5 inch stuff sack that can fit into your travel backpack. Ideal for camper, trekker, hiker, backpacker, adventurer.
- Simple Setup: Foldable aluminum shock-cord pole structure makes for easy assemble, within minutes you can finish the assembly process. Disassembly is also the same simple.
- Durable: With tent pole style aircraft-grade high strength aluminum legs and ripstop nylon fabric, it is sturdy enough to support up to 275 pounds. Wide feet do not damage what they rest on.
- Comfort: Cot size is optimal for most people, your arms can stay in the bed without crowded feeling. 5 heavy duty rods strongly support the cot make cot surface flat without sag. 10 anti-skid feet make the bed stable without wobbling. Off ground design keeps you away from hard and wet ground.
- Versatility: Convenient for overnight hiking, trekking, hunting, road trip, also ideal for indoor and office lunch break use. Throw off burden to light travel now!
- Adjustable Height : With only the support rods inserted, the cot is 19cm high. With the feet inserted into the support rods, the cot reach to 34cm high. With the mud baskets inserted into the feet, the cot will be 35cm high. You will be able to choose a preferable height to sleep.
- High Quality and Durable Material: Aircrafted-grade 7075 aluminum alloy made cot legs and ripstop 900D oxford cloth made cot sheet. The cot is in a very high quality and sturdy enough to support up to 400lb. Enjoy a nice sleeping in this reliable camping cot.
- Portable and Comfortable: The cot is packed in a 20.8*6*2 inch well made carry bag. It is easy to carry around. With open up to 75.6"(length)*25.6"(width), it is big enough for an adult to sleep comfortably. Package Weight: 8.46lb.
- Two Bright Spots: One: the optional feet underline the height genes, which make the cot higher than common cot and help you rest securely and at ease. Two: The mud baskets prevent from sinking in some sand and mud land.
- Brand Quality & Money Brand Quality & Money Back Guarantee: We offer unconditional 30-day money back guarantee and lifetime warranty to make it an absolutely risk-free purchase. If you have any issue with our products, please feel free to contact us.
- BowFrame Technology: Cot's patented BowFrame design eliminates painful crossbars and squeaky joints.
- Light & Packable: Extremely light, compact design fits easily in a pannier, portage bag or backpack.
- Easy Set Up:Shock-corded poles and pre-assembled feet make set-up and break-down a snap.
- Cool Fabric: Breathable mesh allows excellent ventilation in hot weather.
- Durable Construction: Fabric is stretch-free, anodized aluminum poles and durable nylon feet stand up to heavy use.
- Super lightweight and portable,when you are in camping, traveling, hiking, and some other outdoor activities, it is very useful.
- Super strong bearing.Bed surface materials, super breathe freely; Tough structure, waterproof up to ten thousand above, tearing resistance, anti-aging, sturdy and durable.
- Applicable to a variety of environments.Indoor outdoor/beach or forest or on the grass,you can imagine.
- Summer is here, take the cot to the beach!!! When you are tired from playing, you can rest in bed anytime.
- In order for the bed to have stronger support, the bed legs need to be fitted compact. If you encounter installation problems, please do not hesitate to contact us.After installation, please don't use it with a sudden impact force, please normal smooth sit or lie down, please keep in a state of balance.
Last update on 2023-03-17 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
Note that many of these tents and some others are available also at Walmart so follow the link and check from your side. Check also our list with best folding camping cots. Let me know if you have any question, there is a comment box below and I shall be happy to help. Have a nice day.
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