If you want the roomiest cot available, the Teton SportsOutfitter XXL Camp Cot ($180) is the best bang for your buck. With a whopping 81 inches from head to toe, a 41-inch width, and a 600 (!) pound ...

The best camping cots lift you off the ground, providing insulation from the cold and cushioning against uneven terrain for a more comfortable night's sleep. They come with non-slip surfaces to keep ...

Once you’ve got the basics of car camping down, it’s time to look at upgrading your setup: camp kitchen, camping hammocks, and camping cots. While most campers settle for sleeping on the ground while ...

A great camping cot could be the difference between a good night’s sleep and tossing and turning over less-than-friendly cold terrain. But beyond comfort, camping cots also keep you off the ground, ...

Sure, they’re not as comfy as your plush mattress is, but cots serve a particular purpose — providing extra sleeping space on an occasional basis. Cots tend to be more supportive than air mattresses ...

Support our work! The Inertia may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn more about our gear review policy here. One of the best parts about car camping is that weight is ...