Therm-a-Rest MondoKing 3D Camp Mattress vs Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite Sleeping Pad

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.