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Our Top Choice
Therm-A-Rest Z Lite Sol Mattress
Founded in 1971, Therm-A-Rest was thought up and brought about by engineers to make time spent outdoors more enjoyable and fun, with a range of outdoor products.
Compact & comfortable. Highly durable & radiates heat. Saves space & available in 2 colors. Light & closed-cell design.
It’s thin and often slides when in use.
Folding closed-cell
0.75 inches
20 x 72 inches
Crosslinked polyethylene
14 ounces
Best Value
Klymit Static V Recon Sleeping Pad
Klymit is a leading manufacturer of innovative and comfortable outdoor gear, all designed with the end goal of its customers having less to worry about while outdoors.
Easy to use, rugged & comfortable. Ergonomic, lightweight & versatile. Available in 5 colors. Folds for easy packing. Patch kit comes with purchase.
Ridges can be uncomfortable if used to flat pads.
V-chamber inflatable
2.5 inches
23 x 72 inches
75D Polyester
18.6 ounces
ALPS Mountaineering Self-Inflating Air Pad
ALPS Mountaineering was founded in 1978 as a small business and has grown over the years into a mid-sized company that manufactures outdoor products.
Foldable, strong & durable. Securely attaches and detaches. Lightweight with a large sleeping capacity. Sack, straps, and kit for repairs included.
Pads are slippery and leave a gap in between them.
Self-inflating air pad
3 inches
47 x 75 inches
70D polyester ripstop & taffeta
151 ounces
Nemo Astro Lite Air Sleeping Pad
Founded in 2002, Nemo manufactures premium outdoor gear such as sleeping bags, tents, sleeping pads, and pillows to offer you an incredible camping experience.
Lightweight, compact & durable. Plush & comfortable. Available in multiple colors. Doesn’t curve around you.
Some users reported that it bounces a lot.
Self-insulating air pad
3.5 inches
25 x 76 inches
20D PU polyester ripstop
18 ounces
Big Agnes Air Core Ultra Sleeping Pad
Big Agnes is a leading manufacturer of high-quality outdoor gear such as apparel, sleeping bags and pads, trekking poles, and tents, among other gear.
Cozy & comfortable. Easy to inflate & maintain. Lightweight & compact. Has antimicrobial properties. Comes with repair kit.
Doesn’t fit into the stuff sack once inflated & deflated.
Inflatable air pad
4 inches
20 x 48 inches
Nylon fabric
13 ounces