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Pros
- Sturdy aluminum frame
- Canvas seat and wooden armrests for premium touch
Cons
- Pricey
Per usual, Snow Peak makes the best up-market camp chair. The wood armrests and canvas seat give you a more luxury feel. The aluminum frame is nice and light, and the whole thing packs down into a neat stuff sack. If you want something that will last a little bit longer, this is for you.
Best Camp Chair Money Can Buy
YETI Trail Head Camp Chair
Best Camp Chair Money Can Buy
YETI Trail Head Camp Chair
Pros
- Flexgrid fabric keeps you cool
- Most stable camp chair you can buy
Cons
- Most expensive camp chair out there
Ok yeah $300 for a camp chair is a bit insane. But to be fair, YETI makes the best camp chair of all time. Nothing else comes close. The flexgrid seat is sturdy and comfortable, but it also allows air to flow. The cupholder can handle a good sized cup. Plus, all the hardware is a strong and built to last.
So if you think of it as the perfect camp chair—one you won’t have to replace for decades—that $300 investment ain’t so bad.
Most Convenient Camp Chair
Stoic Fireside Side Table Camp Chair
Most Convenient Camp Chair
Stoic Fireside Side Table Camp Chair
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Pros
- Affordable
- Convenient side table
- Folds flat, easy to pack in a car
Cons
- Pretty rigid sitting position
There are, however, less pricey chairs that mimic that YETI chair. This one from Stoic is an incredible buy. It’s reasonably comfortable, nice and cool, and it folds down pretty slim. Of course, the main draw is the side table, which can hold a drink and a plate of food or a book. For the price of that YETI chair, you could buy three or four of these and outfit your whole crew.
Most Comfortable Pack Chair
Stoic Stoic XL Pack Chair
Most Comfortable Pack Chair
Stoic Stoic XL Pack Chair
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Pros
- Small enough to fit in a backpack
- More spacious than other backpack chairs
Cons
- Not as sturdy as a regular camp chair
We see these little pack chairs everywhere these days, and for good reason. Since they’re light and pack down small, you can save a ton of space in your gear box, and you can even bring them along while backpacking.
This Stoic model is a bit larger than most other pack chairs, but that’s why we love it so much. It gives you a wider seating area and is more supportive than other brand’s offerings. It’s great for car camping.
Best Budget Pack Chair
Trekology Yizi Go Portable Camping Chair
Best Budget Pack Chair
Trekology Yizi Go Portable Camping Chair
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Pros
- Great cooling with the mesh
- Packs really light, great for backpacking
Cons
- A bit flimsy
For a budget pack chair, it’s gotta be this Trekology number. It packs down really, really small. But it also has a decent sized seat, and the meshing on the side keeps you cool. It’s economical design at its best.
Pros
- Sturdier than other backpack chairs
- Still has great meshing, keeps you cool
Cons
- Steep price
For a serious upgrade to the formula, Helinox does it best. This pack chair is sturdier than the others, and with more meshing it keeps you a lot cooler. It’s pricey, but it’s the best chair out there if you want to cut down on packed weight.
Pros
- Similar in sturdiness to the Helinox
- Seat is nice and roomy
Cons
- Bit bulkier than other pack chairs
Wren’s camp chair is one of our favorite chairs for all kinds of campers, the experienced and the not. It’s roomy and comfortable for sitting and it packs up into something you can store right in your backpack.
Best Camp Rocking Chair
GCI Outdoor Freestyle Rocker Chair
Best Camp Rocking Chair
GCI Outdoor Freestyle Rocker Chair
Pros
- One of the most comfortable options on the list
- Glide rocker is nice and smooth
Cons
- Heavy
Who doesn’t love a rocking chair? That little bit of movement makes a world of difference when you’re sitting down at the campsite for hours at a time.
The Classic Camp Chair
Coleman Cooler Quad Camping Chair
The Classic Camp Chair
Coleman Cooler Quad Camping Chair
Pros
- Easy to set up, classic design
- Cup and phone holders
Cons
- No ventilation
Coleman’s camping chair is a solid choice for most outdoor seating needs. The 24-inch seat is easy to set up or keep stashed in the trunk of your car. Good for camping, outdoor concerts, and sporting events. Plus, there’s a cup-holder.
Pros
- Easy to set up and take down
- Comfortable for up to three people
Cons
- No ventilation
Sometimes you want to seat a group, or you want to lie down for a nap. For that, Kelty makes a lovely little camp couch. The seats are wide, deep, and comfortable.
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