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What are the best mattresses or pads for camping?

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Therm-a-Rest MondoKing 3D Camp Mattress vs Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite Sleeping Pad vs Coleman Comfortsmart Deluxe Cot

Specs

Weight

L: 5 lbs. 8 oz. , XXL: 6 lbs. 12 oz.

Dimensions

L: 77 x 25 x 4 inches, XXL: 80 x 30 x 4 inches

Packed Size

L: 7 x 26 inches, XXL: 7 x 31 inches

Weight

S: 9 ounces, L: 19 ounces, Regular: 14 ounces

Dimensions

S: 48 x 20 x 0.62 inches, L: 77 x 25 x 0.62 inches, Regular: 72 x 20 x 0.62 inches

Packed Size

S: 6.5 x 20 inches, L: 8.5 x 25 inches, Regular: 8 x 20 inches

Weight

300 lbs.

Dimensions

30 in. x 80 in. x 15 in.

Packed Size

39.6 in. x 30.7 in. x 5.5 in.

Pros + Cons

Pro
 Great for camping use even in cold weather

It's a great mattress to use when camping outdoors at any season, even during winter. You'll be well-insulated from the frozen ground because it has a high [R-value](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/R-value_(insulation) of 11.4. Other cheap camping mattresses only have an R-value of 4 or lower. An R-value level tells you the capacity of a material in protecting you from the cold. The higher it is, the better the protection.
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Pro
 Comfortable to sleep on

You'll be able to sleep in comfort since it's 4 inches thick and has a plush foam core. This mattress will shield your body from sharp rocks or roots.
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Pro
 Easy to inflate

It won't be difficult to prepare this mattress since it inflates on its own without a need for an air pump. Its valves will immediately suck in air once it's opened. If you want it to be more firm, all it needs is a few breaths through the valve.
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Con
 Challenging to deflate

Deflating this mattress requires a bit of an effort. You'll need to use your body weight to push all the air out before you can roll it up and fit it back to its bag.
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Pro
 Lightweight

The smaller version only weighs 9 ounces, while the larger version only weighs 19 ounces. It's a good choice for campers who put priority on minimizing weight.
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Pro
 Affordable

The price starts at $19.95 for the small version and $39.95 for the larger sized one.
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 Easy to set up

Just roll it out and lay it on top of the ground.
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 Durable

The functionality of this mattress is not affected by minor punctures or tears, and any rips or damages can easily be repaired by just using industrial tape since the fill material is made with Crosslinked Polyethylene, which is an extremely durable substance.
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Con
 Uncomfortable

Since it's only 0.62 inches thick, It will not be able to effectively shield from uneven ground or rocks.
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Pro
 High off the ground

Since it's raised above the ground, there are fewer worries when it comes to crawling insects or slithering animals. Rocks or ground wetness is also not an issue.
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Pro
 Can accommodate heavy and tall people

It can support weights of up to 300 pounds and is long enough for people up to 6 feet and 6 inches in height.
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 Durable

The frame is made of heavy-duty metal.
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 Comfortable

It has spring coil suspension, comes with its own mattress so you can move freely and it's comfortable enough to sleep on for a long period of time.
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Con
 Too bulky to carry

It only folds in half and measures 39.6 x 30.7 x 5.5 inches when folded, so carrying it for long distances or over rough terrain will be difficult. It's more suitable for campsites with vehicle access.
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