Best Camping Chairs in 2021
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Aah, camping. RVing. It's all about the great outdoors.
As much as we love mother nature, we also love to have a place to sit while we are chilling.
What better place to sit than a nice cozy rock? Pffffffft.
Camping chairs are great for chilling around a campfire with friends or family, eating lunch, or working up some s'mores.
Of course, you want to find the best camp chair. Not all camping chairs are created equal, however.
Camping chairs are designed for different needs.
Also, the comfort factor of the seat rests in the eyes of the bum that sits in it.
Let's learn a few things about the differences in camping chairs and what you may and may not be looking for.
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Camping Chair Guide
Camping chairs come in all shapes and sizes. They are made for different purposes and needs.
Some people want super wide chairs with all sorts of 'amenities' such as umbrellas, storage bags, tables, and cup holders/coolers built-in.
On the other end of the spectrum, backpackers need their chair to be as light as humanly possible and they don't need frills.
They want a light, compact camping chair. Chairs have been made with every need in mind.
Here we cover the ins and the outs of what's out there for your consideration.
Generally, chairs are made to fit into one of these categories:
- Portable
- Back Support
- Durable
- Comfortable
- Shaded
- Best Of All Worlds
Things to Look For In A Camping Chair
Well, how will you be using it?
Backpacking? Hanging around the fire? Working outdoors daily on your computer?
Before you jump into buying a chair, decide how you will mostly be using your camp chair.
Photo courtesy: Brock Brinkerhoff
Portability (Backpacking Chairs)
If you are going to be hiking a lot with your chair for long distances, or even short ones for that matter, you are not going to be happy with an 8 lb chair.
This means you are likely not going to want a traditional chair that tends to come with lots of features.
There are now camping chairs that can pack as small as a 2 liter bottle and weigh around one pound.
If you are only going to be using your chair around a campfire, then a traditional chair may work better for you, although many of the small portable camping chairs are quite comfortable as well.
The smallest and lightest have legs that are made by DAC, who also makes the lightest aluminum tent poles.
The construction is made to be easy to put together with the shock cord on the insides much like tent poles.
DAC technology- Helinox Chairs
They almost put themselves together. There aren't many parts and set up takes a little under 2 minutes.
These tiny chairs fit easily in your backpack.
Durability
Sure, pretty much anything we purchase we want to be as durable as possible.
Not all camping chairs are the same in this regard, either. However, most chairs out there are quite durable.
They must be hardy, considering how much wear and tear they receive.
They get thrown in the back of trucks, get burned bt embers, deteriorate from the sun, and more.
However, if you go out and get a $10 camp chair from the drugstore, don't expect it to be comfortable or to last for long.
They are made cheaply TO be cheap.
Kelly's fading Cabela's chair. Needed the pillow for back support. Kelly now has a Chair One.
Back Support
Honestly, not many camping chairs can boast this feature.
Many camp chairs are quite sunken around the back area and this might not work very well if you have back issues. Most offer no back support whatsoever.
Therefore, you end up sinking into the camp chair with a rounded lower back.
This won't bode well for those with any kind of back issue. If you sit in a bad camp chair long enough, you could even create back issues for yourself.
Therefore, you have a couple of choices in this matter.
First, you can get our recommended chair that does have back support. Second, you can always have a pillow on hand to put behind your lower back while using your chair.
Comfort
This is a top priority for pretty much any camp chair, regardless of the other features you may want it to have.
Luckily, many camp chairs out there are quite cozy.
Still, some camping chairs win over the others in this category, regardless of size.
Who doesn't want to be comfortable while camping?
Keeping your butt back in the seat will help your back with support.
The smaller backpacking chairs are fairly supportive in this regard as is the Strongback Chair that we recommend.
Still, most of our picks are rated as quite comfortable by most users.
I've tried nearly every kind of camp chair out there.
Zero gravity chairs that allow you to recline and snooze, canvas folding chairs with built-in footstools and drink holders, retro folding camp chairs, and even a camp chair with straps so I could wear it on my back.
Eventually, they all failed me. They were too heavy, too cheaply made, or simply too uncomfortable.
After struggling to find a chair that fit all my needs, last summer I finally broke down and shelled out the bucks for a Helinox Chair One.
It only took a week of use to realize that all my chair dreams came true with the Helinox. This chair is well made, lightweight, easy to set up and take down, and best of all... incredibly comfortable!
Aside from the comfort, my favorite feature is how portable this chair is.
I can put it in my backpack, my kayak, or throw it in a canvas tote along with a bottle of wine and some munchies for happy hour at the neighbor's RV.
One thing to note: The Chair One is not the best choice for tall people. My husband is 6'4" and finds that the back of the chair is too short and the fact that it's so low to the ground makes it hard to get out of.
Fortunately, he found a solution in the Helinox Sunset Chair. With a taller back and a higher ground clearance, this chair is tall person approved!
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Shade
There are a few camping chairs out there that come with a built-in shade.
This is great for those who need to be out of the sun or are using a computer and need the shade so they can see their computer screen.
We all know that skin cancer can be caused by sun exposure, so having the convenient shade built-in to your chair makes it that much easier to keep yourself skin cancer-free.
It's not always possible to stay under an awning or to wear a hat.
For times like these, having an umbrella of sorts above you will help you stay in the shade.
Summary
As you can see, there are many different things to consider when looking for a new camping chair.
The way you camp, your bodily needs, weight, and durability are four of the major things you should consider before making a buying decision.
If you are in the market for a new chair, read on below for our camping chair reviews.
We found the best overall, best for bad backs, best for larger people and much more. We have tried out most of these chairs, but not all of them.
Some we have narrowed down the competition through logic, reviews, and friend's opinions. Still, the final decision is going to be your own butt in the seat.
Regardless, we're here to help you make a decision on the best camping chair for your needs.
Camping Chair Reviews
We wanted to pick out the best camping chair out there for you but we found that 'best' depends on the needs of the individual.
There is no ONE best camp chair. There are types and general favorites but there is no fits-all-needs-and-wants chair for everyone.
We chose what we thought would be the most sought-after categories for folding camping chairs.
Best Overall Camping Chair
Coleman Oversized Quad Chair With Built-In Cooler
- Built-in cooler for 4 beverages
- Comfortable
- Affordable
- Durable
- Fade-resistant
- Stable
- Not light enough to tote long distances
- Steel legs prone to rusting
The Coleman Oversized Quad Chair is a super popular folding camping chair among campers due to its low price and superior comfort/durability.
Its attached 'cooler' also makes it a hit among users.
Continue Reading Coleman Oversized Quad Chair Review
First, the Coleman Oversized Quad Chair has a mesh cup holder, so hey, you drinkaholics can keep 5 drinks with you all at one time!
You won't have to get up for hours! Heh.
Coleman Comfort
Lots of reviewers and users claim this is the most comfortable camping chair they have found.
This is the perfect quality folding camp chair with its comfortable padded seat, tall back, and roominess.
For the price tag, you are getting pretty good quality materials that will last a long time if well taken care of.
Coleman Oversized Quad Chair Video Review
Accessories
The Coleman Oversized Quad Chair is one of the only folding camping chairs that has a built-in cooler bag.
It also includes a mesh pocket for storing your phone, keys, headlamp, or whatever you want to keep in there.
It is a very stable chair and it keeps your amenities close by.
Durability
There are less expensive knock-offs by REI and Wal-Mart, but the quality difference is very clear when you look at them side by side.
The Coleman is worth the extra few bucks in that it will last longer.
The fade resistance of the Coleman is also pretty staggering.
Kelly of Camp Addict has had a Coleman folding camping chair since 2002, and it has YET to show any signs of fading.
Not to say that their current line of chairs is still that good in regards to quality.
Of that, we are unsure, when it comes to fading potential.
Coleman Oversized Quad Chair Features and Specs:
- Mesh cup holder
- Side pockets
- Steel frame
- Arm height is adjustable
- 24-inch seat
- Comfortable 18.1-inch sitting height
- Supports up to 325 pounds
- Carry bag included
- 1-year limited warranty
- Built-in cooler
Best Super Compact / Lightweight Camping Chair
- Great for backpackers
- Very light and small
- Very comfortable for an ultralight camping chair
- Easy and fast setup
- Hardy light aluminum legs
The Helinox Chair One is one of the lightest ultralight camping chairs on the market today.
This is a best bet for backpackers who need an ultralight backpacking chair.
It's one of the smallest camp chairs out there.
Other Helinox Chair One Sizes
Helinox offers three sizes of their Chair One lightweight camping chairs.
To view the other two sizes (other than the original size reviewed here), click on 'Continue Reading..." directly below to open up the Helinox Chair One review and scroll to the bottom of it.
Continue Reading Helinox Chair One Review
In brief, cupholders are not why you buy this ultralight camping chair.
Instead, its main purpose is to be as comfortable and one of the smallest/lightest camp chairs as possible.
This sucker does the job very well.
Chair One VS Chair Zero
We chose the Helinox Chair One over the Helinox Chair Zero as currently, we are more of an RVing site, at least so far, than we are a backpacker site.
Consequently, if you are a hardcore backpacker, you likely already know about the Helinox Chair Zero and how light it is.
Comparatively, the Helinox Chair One is a little more comfortable and less expensive than the Helinox Chair Zero.
In a word, they are both very cool camp chairs.
Comfort
Despite its looks, this camping chair is actually quite comfortable.
However, some campers under 5'8 say that the sides of the back of the chair squeezes their shoulders a bit.
Even so, larger campers don't have this issue.
Clearly, there's nowhere to rest your head, but many camping chairs go without this feature and people are more than comfortable.
Design
The legs of the Chair One are made out of anodized DAC aluminum pole technology. They are strong and durable, and they won't rust.
They are linked with shock cord so the poles slip right into their intended destinations.
This little powerhouse can hold up to 320 pounds despite its tiny frame.
The balancing of the Helinox Chair One might come into play with some people.
It doesn't have the widest base of support, so be aware.
Helinox Chair One Assembly
Helinox Chair Accessories
The following optional accessories can make your Helinox lightweight camping chair a bit more user friendly, depending on how you use it.
Ground Sheet
The ground sheet keeps your Helinox lightweight camping chair from sinking into soft ground.
The narrow design of the feet doesn't allow for much weight dispersal, so when you are using it on soft ground, one or more of the legs tends to sink in.
Ground Sheet Installed
Headrest
If your torso is short enough to let your head rest on the back of your Helinox chair (or if you have a high back camping chair model), you can purchase the Helinox Headrest.
Helinox Headrest
Rocking Feet
If you like to gently rock back and forth as you watch the sunset go down, check this out.
They quickly convert your Helinox Chair One into a rocking chair.
Rocking Feet
Helinox Chair One Video Review
Helinox Chair One Features and Specs:
- QUICK AND EASY SETUP: assembles quickly using self-locating shock cord technology
- One of the smallest camping chairs you can get
- Occupant Weight Limit: 320 pounds
- Fully assembled size: 20.5" wide x 19.5" deep. Seat height: 14", Seat Back Height: 26"
- Packs down to 14" long x 4" wide x 4.5" deep
- Weight: 2 pounds 1 Ounce
- Material: 600d polyester
- Frame: Advanced TH72M allow by DAC
- Warranty: 5 years
Other Helinox Chair One Sizes
Besides the standard (original) size of the Helinox Chair One compact camp chair, there are two other larger sizes available.
All sizes of the Chair One share the same 320 pound weight limit.
The Helinox Chair One Large is slightly larger than the original size, while the Chair One XL is 40% larger than the original.
Original (left), Large (middle), and XL (right)
Helinox Chair One Large
The Helinox Chair One Large gives you a slightly larger seating area than the original, while one-half inch higher off the ground.
Helinox Chair One Large Dimensions:
- Fully assembled size: 23" wide x 21.5" deep. Seat height: 14.5", Seat Back Height: 29"
- Packs down to 14.5" long x 4.5" wide x 5" deep
- Weight: 2 pounds 1 Ounce
Helinox Chair One XL
The Helinox Chair One XL gives you the most seating area of all the Chair One models, while sitting 4.5 inches higher off the ground than the original.
Helinox Chair One XL Dimensions:
- Fully assembled size: 27" wide x 23" deep. Seat height: 18.5", Seat Back Height: 35"
- Packs down to 18.5" long x 4.5" wide x 5" deep
- Weight: 3 pounds 11 Ounce
Helinox Chair One Demonstration
Best Backpacking Chair with Swivel
- Well, it swivels!
- Light and small
- Easy, fast setup
- Comfortable
- Heavier than its counterpart, the Helinox Chair One (2.82 lbs)
- Price
The Helinox Swivel Chair is exactly the same as the Helinox Chair One except that is swivels.
It's still an ultralight camping chair compared to most camp chairs on the market.
Continue Reading Helinox Swivel Chair Review
The swivel feature is certainly a fun and useful amenity for a camp chair.
Some campers under 5'8 might find that their shoulders get a smidge cramped by the back of the Helinox Swivel Chair.
Otherwise, most like the way this chair feels. It's surprisingly comfortable for such a small camp chair.
Swivel Benefits
If you are by the fire and are working dinner, the swivel comes in handy.
You can have tables on both sides of your chair.
Likely, you can keep an eye on your kids (behind you) all without getting up.
This chair would also be handy for photographers, birders, artists, and more.
It comes with a case that has a webbing ladder to attach to the outside of your backpack if desired.
Helinox Swivel Chair Features and Specs:
- One of the smallest camping chairs you can get
- Quick and easy setup: Assembles quickly using self-locating shock cord technology
- Weight Rating: Up to 265 pounds
- Weight: 2.82 pounds
- Frame: Advanced TH72M alloy by DAC
- Dimensions: 28 x 20 x 21 inches
- Material: 600D polyester
- Warranty: 5 years
Best Camp Chair for Big and Tall People
Alps Mountaineering King Kong
- Can hold up to 800 lbs
- Comfortable
- Durable materials
- Limited Lifetime Warranty
- Nice and tall/easy to get in and out of
- May not be as comfortable for smaller/shorter people
The Alps Mountaineering King Kong camping chair is a heavy-duty camping chair made for durability and ruggedness.
The frame can support up to 800 lbs.
Continue Reading Alps Mountaineering King Kong Chair Review
It offers plenty of storage with 2 cup holders, 2 side pockets, and storage built into the head rest.
It is heavier than most of our reviewed chairs at 13 lbs but this is to be expected for the quality needed to be this rugged.
This folding camping chair is slightly padded, making it even a little easier on the bum.
Best For Larger People
The only downside we found with this heavy-duty camping chair is that sometimes when smaller people use it, they sink down into the seat.
This causes their thighs to push into the front of the chair.
For some, their legs may start going to sleep due to loss of circulation.
Because of this, we would only recommend this chair for truly big and tall people.
Durability and Design
The 600D polyester fabric is taut and supportive.
It comes with a carrying bag that has two straps to fit you like a backpack leaving your arms totally free to carry other items.
Carrying case dimensions are 7 x 41 inches. The legs of the King Kong Chair are made out of steel.
Setup and breakdown couldn't be simpler with this folding camping chair.
Simply fold it up or expand it out when you want to use it or break it down.
It's a little challenging to get back into the carrying bag, but this is a pretty universal issue with folding camping chairs.
It is not unique to this one.
Material- Good and 'Bad'
The only downside we found about this heavy-duty camping chair is that the material is so thick that it will hold water after a rainstorm.
This is only an issue if you leave it outside when it rains. (So, don't leave it outside in the rain!)
Moreover, the padding in the material was still seen as a positive thing.
Alps Mountaineering King Kong Chair Features
Alps Mountaineering King Kong Chair Features and Specs:
- Dimensions: (Set Up) 38 x 20 x 38 inches. Folded down: 5 x 5 x 38 inches
- Weight: 13 pounds
- Leg Material: Steel
- Chair Material: 600D polyester
- Side pockets for storage
- Weight Capacity: 800 pounds
Best Camping Chair with Canopy
Renetto Original Canopy Chair 3.5
- It's a camping chair with an umbrella
- Lots of places to put things
- 100% UV and water-resistant
- The canopy becomes the bag
- Claims to be the strongest chair on the market (350 lb capacity)
- Extra wide seat (23")
- Weight (15 lbs)
- Not made for hiking trips/backpacking
If your primary goal in a chair is to stay out of the sun, THIS is the chair you have been looking for.
The Renetto camping chair comes with an attached bag that doubles as a shade for overhead.
Continue Reading Renetto Original Canopy Chair Review
Bag Or Topper?
Well, it's both! It's a pretty ingenious design as there are no 'wasted' parts i.e. a separate bag that is useless when the chair is in use.
Instead, the bag becomes the topper which again becomes the bag when putting it away.
Therefore, you'll never lose the bag. We love it!
The topper can be overhead while in use or it can be stored away behind the chair.
You don't even have to get up to put the shade up or back down.
The chair is spacious and comfortable, sporting two drink holders and 16mm wide thickness in the legs, much sturdier than any other chairs on the market.
In essence, we suppose this chair should be able to compete with the King Kong chair, but somehow it is only rated for 350 lbs compared to the King Kong's 800 lbs.
Other Nifty Bonuses
The actual bag also comes with storage space, both for when you are using it as a carrying case and also for things like your spare keys for underneath the canopy.
They now offer a hide-a-way footrest sold separately as well and they claim it is easy to install.
For this purpose, you can have a shaded camp chair with footrest.
Also offered are detachable side flaps for the awning for further sun protection.
Renetto Original Canopy Chair Features and Specs:
- Weight: 15 pounds
- Back Height: 21 inches
- Seat Depth: 19 inches
- Ground-to-Seat Clearance: 18 inches
- Chair-to-Canopy Head Room: 35 inches
- Folded Dimensions: 38" x 9" x 9"
- Pole Thickness: 16mm
- 100%UV and water resistant
Best Camping Chair with Back Support
- The most comfortable chair for your back
- Light and portable
- Dual shoulder straps on carry bag for backpack style, hands-free carrying
- Ergonomically healthy
- 300 lb capacity
- 11.9 lbs
- Too heavy for backpackers
- Price
It's true that not many camping chairs have good, or even ANY lower back support.
That said, this camp chair has excellent lower back support that can keep you more comfortable for longer.
Other Strongback Chairs
Strongback offers other folding camping chairs besides the Elite (their flagship product).
Click on 'Continue Reading..." directly below to open up the StrongBack Elite Chair review and scroll to the bottom of it for additional StrongBack Chair options.
Continue Reading Strongback Elite Chair Review
This company claims that their patented lumbar support on the Strongback line of camping chairs aligns your body posture.
This should ease neck tension and provide relaxation of the muscles of the body. Makes sense.
We've sat in these chairs and we agree that the back support is second to none in the camping chair world.
Strongback Chair Details
The Strongback Elite is relatively light though it's not the lightest chair on the block at 11.9 pounds.
The backpack style carry bag is very helpful, adding to its mobility while being easy on your back to carry.
That said, the Strongback Elite camp chair is not the cheapest chair on the block.
But if you spend a good deal of time in a camping chair, this model could save you money on the chiropractor.
Besides, who wants to have pain when they sit? If your back is janky, this could be the camping chair for you.
Strongback Elite Folding Camp Chair Dimensions
The legs are made from powder coated steel, ensuring a very long life.
Material chosen for the seat is a heavy duty Polyester 600D wear and tear resistant fabric. As a result, this chair will last a long time
Strongback Elite Camping Chair
Strongback Elite Folding Camp Chair Features and Specs:
- Ergonomic seat that prevents leg pinching
- Frame integrated lumbar support
- Solid padded armrests
- Cupholder
- 600D polyester fabric that is tear and wear resistant
- Fabric is available in multiple color options
- Black powder coated steel legs
- Carry bag with dual shoulder straps
- Weight Capacity: 300 pounds
- Chair Size in Use: 28.5" Wide x 27" Deep x 36.5" High
- Seat Height (off ground): 19 inches
- Seat Width: 23 inches
- Chair Size Folded: 11" Wide x 6" Deep x 44" High
- Weight: 11.9 pounds
Other Strongback Chairs
Besides the Strongback Elite camp chair, there are a few other options in the the Strongback Chair lineup.
- The Strongback Guru is a smaller version of the Strongback Elite
- Strongback Low G sits low to the ground.
- The Strongback Low G Recliner is a reclining version of the Low G.
Strongback Guru Folding Camp Chair
The Strongback Guru folding camp chair is a smaller version of the Strongback Elite, built for people with a smaller/shorter build.
In fact, Camp Addict Marshall actually prefers this size over the Elite and he's not exactly short (6 foot, 170 pounds).
See the image directly below to compare the dimensions of the Strongback Guru to the Strongback Elite.
Strongback Guru vs. Strongback Elite Size Comparison (click to enlarge)
The Strongback Guru has two cupholders in the arms, but doesn't have the same solid padded arms the Elite has.
Otherwise, the Guru shares the same material and capabilities of the Elite (including the integrated lumbar support), just in a smaller form factor.
Strongback Guru Folding Camp Chairs Features and Specs:
- Ergonomic seat that prevents leg pinching
- Frame integrated lumbar support
- Dual cupholders
- 600D polyester fabric that is tear and wear resistant
- Fabric is available in multiple color options
- Black powder coated steel legs
- Carry bag with dual shoulder straps
- Weight Capacity: 300 pounds
- Chair Size in Use: 32" Wide x 27" Deep x 34" High
- Seat Height (off ground): 16 inches
- Seat Width: 19.5 inches
- Chair Size Folded: 6" Wide x 6.5" Deep x 40" High
- Weight: 10.5 lbs
Strongback Low G Beach Chair
The Strongback Low G sits 4 inches off the ground, making it an ideal beach chair or one to bring to a festival or music event.
Even so, it shares the same integrated lumbar support of the other Strongback camp chairs, but has a slightly different arm style.
The Strongback Low G comes in a recliner version (see below) and is constructed with the same fabric and frame material as other Strongback folding chairs.
Strongback Low G Beach Chair Dimensions
Strongback Low G Beach Chair Features and Specs:
- Ergonomic seat that prevents leg pinching
- Frame integrated lumbar support
- Padded, solid armrests
- Cupholder
- 600D polyester fabric that is tear and wear resistant
- Fabric is available in multiple color options
- Black powder coated steel legs
- Carry bag with dual shoulder straps
- Weight Capacity: 300 pounds
- Chair Size in Use: 20" Wide x 23.5" Deep x 24" High
- Seat Height (off ground): 4 inches
- Seat Width: 20 inches
- Chair Size Folded: 8" Wide x 8" Deep x 30" High
- Weight: 8.5 lbs
Strongback Low G Reclining Beach Chair
Strongback Low G Recliner Showing Both Positions
The Strongback Low G Recliner is the same as the 'normal' Low G beach chair with the exception of having feet that fold back (or forward, depending on how you look at it) to give it two positions - one reclining and one 'normal'.
Strongback Low G Recliner In Normal Position
Strongback Low G Recliner In Reclined Position
Foot 'Extended'
Foot 'Retracted'
Strongback Low G Recliner Beach Chair Features and Specs:
- Two position recliner has folding feet to give it a bit of recline (or not)
- Ergonomic seat that prevents leg pinching
- Frame integrated lumbar support
- Padded, solid armrests
- Cupholder
- 600D polyester fabric that is tear and wear resistant
- Fabric is available in multiple color options
- Black powder coated steel legs
- Carry bag with dual shoulder straps
- Weight Capacity: 300 pounds
- Chair Size in Use: 20" Wide x 23.5" Deep x 24" High
- Seat Height (off ground): 4 inches
- Seat Width: 20 inches
- Chair Size Folded: 8" Wide x 8" Deep x 30" High
- Weight: 8.6 lbs
Best Camping Chair for Little Kids
Melissa And Doug Line Of Chairs
- Excellent Amazon reviews
- Cute creature designs to choose from
- Cup holder
- Fun designs for the kiddos
- Light, easy to carry, folds up easily
The Melissa and Doug line of compact camping chairs for kids couldn't be any cuter!
Your little ones will know which chair is theirs for sure and they will love their cute design. Above all, they have designs modeled for boys and for girls.
Continue Reading Melissa and Doug Kids Chairs Review
The chairs do have cup holders for your kid's drink and the fabric is water-resistant
Also, the edges are reinforced to prevent tearing and the material is fade resistant.
These Melissa and Doug Chairs are good for children, depending on their size, to up to about 7 years old.
The material is made to be easy to clean because obviously, spills are going to happen.
Melissa and Dougs Kid chairs are low enough to the ground for your child to easily get in and out of all by themselves. (And don't you need them to be as self-reliant as possible?)
Melissa and Doug Kid Chairs Features and Specs:
- Package: 23.7" H x 6.7" W x 6.7" L
- Product: 25" x 13" x 12.75" 2.7 lbs
- Material is easy to clean
Conclusion
Of course, your own preferences are going to determine what kind of camp chair you will want to have.
Simply decide how you are going to use it and then look for the features that you want.
There is no one-size-fits-all chair in terms of features, unfortunately, so you may need more than one for your different occasions.
Whatever you decide, just get out there into nature. We hope we have helped you find the best camping chair for YOU.
Camp on, Addicts!
Kelly Beasley
He-llllo. I'm the co-founder of Camp Addict, which my biz partner and I launched in 2017. I frigging love the RVing lifestyle but in December of 2020, I converted to part-time RV life. Heck, I lived in my travel trailer for over 5.5 years, STRICTLY boondocking for pretty much all of it. Boondocking is a GREAT way to live, but it's not easy. Anyway, I'm passionate about animals, can't stand campgrounds, I hardly ever cook, and I love a good dance party. Currently, I can be found plotting and scheming whether or not to start collecting farm animals (or plotting my next RV trip!) at my beautiful new 'ranch' named 'Hotel Kellyfornia', in Southern Arizona.
Marshall Wendler
Camp Addict co-founder Marshall Wendler brings his technical expertise to help explain RV products in an easy to understand fashion. Full-time RVing from April 2014 - December 2020 (now RVing about 50% of the time), Marshall loves sharing his knowledge of the RV lifestyle. Marshall spends the majority of his RVing life boondocking. He is the part of Camp Addict that knows 'all the things'. He's good at sharing his technical knowledge so you can benefit.
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I’ve seen those large ’round’ cushy camp chairs, but unsure of the name, and think I saw them in Costco some time ago. I would imagine they may be a little heavier, but they sure look comfortable!
Hi Dale,
Yeah, they are pretty cushy! They do take up some room for sure. I think they come in two sizes, too. We have at least one friend who uses one for her full-time RV life.
I too have tried a number of chairs- some too low, some a total trip hazard when trying to get in or out, some too heavy, some too bulky. Best ones I have found so far, and the ones I buy again are the GCI rocker chairs. They rock on any surface due to the rocker shock system and hold up well. The only issue is storage. The folding ones are really long and the director style folds flat but requires the space of a flat directors chair. Love them so much have gotten rid of all other styles to fit in our storage bay.
Oooh, yes, those are nice! It all depends on the user’s needs. For me, I got so tired of finding a place to store my two ‘regular’ chairs and hated having to move them any time I needed to get into the back of my truck.
Now, I have the Helinox Chair One. I can easily store it under my bed it’s so small! Still not as ideal as others as far as setting it up.
Sometimes I wish for a more ‘luxurious’ seat, too. But I am not willing to have two chairs. So for now, the Helinox is for me! Glad you found your “best butt”. ????
We’re on our second set of Alps Mountaineering chairs. The first set we purchased in Moab about 3 years ago. We abuse chairs! We leave them out in the sun, snow and rain and these still lasted 3 years! We just purchased another set of Alps Mountaineering chairs, this time we went big and got the King Kong models in Blue a month ago. Way more comfortable than the previous ones! We’d buy these again. I’ve tried the strongback chair, it’s ok but double the price and for me it’s harder to pack up. i just make my own lumbar support using an outdoor pillow.
Hey Paul!
Great to hear you like your Alps Mountaineering Kongs! Those chairs are BEASTS! I have done the same- put a pillow in the chair for my back. It gets really testy at times, so I sure do like the Strongbacks, too.
Thanks for the input on these chairs for others to read. A little social proof goes a long way!
See you guys down the road! ????
You need to try the Kijaro Dual Lock chair. Hands down the most comfortable chair I’ve ever sat in. It locks open so you don’t sag down in the seat and make it easy to get out of the chair as well. Lots of vibrant colors to choose from.
Where can I buy just the cloth part. I have a perfectly good extra large
frame & a torn cloth .
Hi Ed,
At this time we are not aware of any seller of just the cloth parts of a camping chair. Anyone else have any information on this? We welcome your input to help Ed out!
I suggest to go to a fabric store, or search online for outdoor fabric. Look for an outdoor upholstery material that will have UV-resistance and/ or mildew resistance. Awning-type material and backpack cordura is a good start. Get a yard or two and patch your chair using a needle and dental floss. It might not be pretty, but a DIY repair job might work on an injured chair.
Look into the fire pit rocker by GCI outdoors. Sturdy frame and comfortable. Not a chair you want to be lugging into the woods but for RV camping it is great. When we found this chair we have showed all of our camping friends. Now all of our camping friends have bought their own. They are a bit expensive as far as camp chairs go but worth every penny.
Hi Ryan,
Yes, that’s a pretty good/comfortable/unique product for sure! If you want a rocking chair at your campsite, these are great! Thanks for the input so others can benefit, and Camp On!
our campfire is party central so we carry 8 chairs for guests. Most of us have knee, hip or back issues and all prefer strong and solid arm rests that can carry full body weight when getting in or our. Nobody Like’s the fabric slings
Wow, Don, you do it up right! Eight chairs? ?
I can only handle sitting in my chairs for a little bit. Time to invest in something comfy so my body stops screaming at me every time I get up out of my chair.
Keep enjoying those party central campfires and Camp On!
You should try the STRONGBACK Elite. With its solid arms with padding, lumbar support that is superb and way better than any chair I have tried.