Most of them aren’t difficult, but it’s more involved than setting up any of the traditional chairs. With extra features come several extra pounds, making the King Kong one of the heaviest single-person models we tested. It also lacks a headrest, so it’s not the ideal chair for an afternoon snooze.
This is one we reached for again and again when space was tight, or we needed to be weight conscious. If you have an oversized tumbler you like to drink from, there’s nowhere to stash it on the Comfort Pro. Additionally, there are no large pockets for snacks, books, or magazines — just a single small pocket that’s ozark trail lounge chair sized to hold your smartphone. With full-length crossed steel bars running the entire back of the chair, this chair becomes a rather long package, made slightly more awkward by its carry strap’s lack of adjustability. And for those with shorter legs, the 20-inch high front edge may lead to dangling feet.
The Ozark Trail Camp Lounge Chair with Detached Footrest is the perfect option for your ultimate comfort experience. Though its mesh appears thin and less substantial, the REI Camp X has proven quite durable. It has a 300-pound capacity which is about average for this group, but it feels very solid and stable even when jumping into it. And though we don’t recommend leaving your chair out for full seasons of UV exposure, this is one of the few models we’ve actually done this to.
These Ozark Trail camp chairs are perfect to take with you to kid’s sports games, camping trips, or to simply have them around so you can lounge in your backyard. Thanks to their light weights and compact designs, the Helinox chairs are the clear winners in this category. The Sunset Chair breaks down and folds into a surprisingly compact carry bag. Despite having a high back and being impressively durable, this model weighs just 3.24 pounds and is the lightest chair we tested. If that’s not enough, its carry bag can also double as a pillow for a personalized headrest. The odd shape can also get easily caught when putting the chair back into its carry bag.
This camp chair stood apart from the competition thanks to its innovative FlexGrid fabric that offers a ton of comfort while also alleviating pressure points and conforming to your body. We also think the Helinox Sunset Chair is surprisingly comfortable, offering a high back and supportive shape that increases rest day comfort while lounging around in camp. Teaming up to bring you this review is Maggie Nichols and Trish Matheny. Maggie is a seasoned multi-sport athlete and appreciates gear that makes for high-quality downtime when it’s time to kick back and relax.