Sleeping outdoors is great, but waking up with debilitating body aches after a night on a roll mat – not so. Camping is all about reconnecting with terra firma, but sleeping directly on it can be tough and uncomfortable to say the least.
Adequate support is required for a good night’s rest, but regular mattresses are cumbersome objects and impractical to lug around on a trip away – upgrade your camping set up into something a little more comfortable with a double camping mattress.
These light, comfortable beds are inflatable to provide supple but firm support when sleeping, yet crush down to a small enough size for portability when not in use. Along with rechargeable lanterns, solar showers and a portable toilet, double camping mattresses perfectly complete the comfortable camping set-up.
Camping mattresses come in all different shapes and sizes. Some are deeper for greater support and comfort when fully inflated, though at the cost of portability as the carry bag will need to be larger to accommodate the deflated mattress.
Conversely, some mattresses are designed primarily for portability, being light and compactable but less supportive as a result. It’s also worth noting that larger and deeper mattresses will take longer to inflate – something to bear in mind if you get caught out in a rainstorm…
There are myriad double camping mattresses out there, so we’ve found five of the best for you to check out.
Coleman Double Camping Mattress
Price: RRP £89.99 OFFER £71.32 | VIEW OFFER
This soft double camping mattress is a robust outdoor sleeping solution, featuring Coleman’s Airtight system with a double lock valve for maximum air retention. Should you be caught out in a pinch, the mattress comes with an airbed repair kit and rises to 22cm for excellent cushioning and a great night’s sleep. For even greater comfort, this mattress is available in a raised configuration, but if you’re planning on travelling around, we would recommend the regular double for better portability.
In the offseason? This mattress is soft and comfortable enough to double up as an airbed at home should you wish – great for a makeshift guest room.
Pros:
• Robust with Coleman’s Airtight system for air retention
• Large 22cm depth for comfort
Cons:
• Big footprint with a large bag to carry around
Trail Double Camping Mattress
Price: RRP £59.99 OFFER £49.99 | VIEW OFFER
This self-inflating camping mat is only 5cm thick, making it a quarter the depth of the Coleman mattress but still twice as thick as a standard camping mat. The benefit of this mat’s self-inflating capability is that time can be saved blowing it up, or that no electric air pump will be needed on the trip. Once the mat has been unrolled, open the valve and the interior foam will inflate alone – simple enough.
The PU coating of the mat is water-resistant, with water or dirt removal sufficed with a single wipe from a damp cloth. Once used, this mat rolls up and folds away into a convenient carry bag. Be advised, however, the 5cm depth will not provide the same comfort and support as deeper mattresses.
Pros:
• Easy and quick to inflate
• Light and portable
Cons:
• Not very supportive nor as comfortable as other mattresses.
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QUECHUA Double Camping Mattress
Price: RRP £24.99 | VIEW OFFER
This double camping mattress from QUECHUA is a great budget option while still providing ample support for a comfortable night’s sleep. When inflated, the mattress is 140cm wide and 16cm deep, making it easily wide enough for two people to sleep on.
The mattress has a velvet upper surface layer for sleeping comfort and can be inflated with a pump in just one minute and 40 seconds for convenience. Don’t have a pump? QUECHUA has a range of pumps available that are compatible with this mattress, including hand, foot and air.
Pros:
• Easy to inflate
• Comfortable surface
• Affordable Price
Cons:
• Not as portable as other mattresses on the market.
Active Era Double Camping Mattress
Price: RRP £74.99 | VIEW OFFER
This king-size inflatable camping mattress from Active Era is the last word in camping bed luxury, with a 22cm depth, a skin-friendly waterproof flock and an ergonomically designed raised pillow.
This mattress features Active Era’s wave beam technology, mimicking the springs in a regular mattress for consistent and supple support along its entire length, while still light enough to carry on a camping trip. The mattress can be inflated in under two minutes with the built-in foot pump, then deflated and stowed in the included carrier bag within the same time frame.
Don’t fancy the leg work? This mattress also comes with a rechargeable, lightweight electric pump as standard.
Pros:
• Very comfortable with great build quality
• Easy to inflate with the electric pump
Cons:
• Expensive item compared to others on the market.
• Not as portable as others so not very suited to extensive travel on foot
Berghaus Double Camping Mattress
Price: RRP £275.00 OFFER £169.00 | VIEW OFFER
This double camping mattress from Berghaus is another quality item from a reliable and reputable manufacturer. Once unfolded, the mat is self-inflating and rises to 10cm for firm, supple support. Once deflated, the mat can be rolled up again and carried in the drawstring bag for convenience.
The mat is manufactured using the quality products and techniques associated with the Berghaus brand – the upper surface is finished in flocked material for anti-slip purposes while the frame is built of strong 190T polyester pongee.
Pros:
• Quality item
• Self-inflating for convenience
Cons:
• Expensive
• Not as much support as other mats
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