Sleeping Gear Reviews
Our sleep experts tested gear from Kelty, Coleman, The North Face, Nemo, and more.
Testing the Static V2 in the Sierra Nevada. It's affordable, comfortable, and packs down small.
Credit: Jenna Ammerman
Nothing ruins camping like a poor night’s sleep. Keeping comfy and getting good rest is the key to enjoying the adventures that await. Our camping experts tested all the gear to keep you snoozing, such as the best sleeping pads, top camping blankets, and, one of our fan favorites, the best sleeping bags for any adventure. Our unbiased reports focus on comfort, not manufacturer loyalty. So, find the right kit for your camping sleep, and don’t forget to peruse our comparison review of the best camping pillows!
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Camping Blankets
Want to stay cozy by the campfire? We do too. We purchased 15 of the best camping blankets available on the market for...
Camping Pillows
After side-by-side testing of 15 of the industry's top models, we feel confident that we've found some of the best...
Camping Sleeping Bags
A good sleeping bag can be essential to an enjoyable camping trip. We covered a lot of campgrounds to find the best...
Sleeping Pads - Men's
No matter what your budget or backpacking style is, we can help you find a pad that will give you the best sleep while...
Backpacking Sleeping Bags - Women's
With so many great products to choose from it's hard to decide what to buy. We help you choose by testing and...
Backpacking Sleeping Bags - Men's
A sleeping bag is a cornerstone of your overnight kit. Picking the best one isn't easy. To ease the confusion we...
Camping Pads & Mattresses
Our search for the best camping mattress starts with sifting through the best models on the market and choosing the...
Sleeping Pads - Women's
Who makes the best sleeping pad for a woman? We spent dozens of nights in the backcountry testing out these top pads...
10 Top Sleeping Bags
Our never-ending hunt continues for the perfect sleeping bag in this update. Within this review, we highlight our...
Ultralight Sleeping Bags
We tested 17 of the top models available today to help you find the best bag for your lifestyle. Ultralight sleeping...
Camping Cots
Searching for a comfortable way to sleep in the great outdoors? We bought the 10 best camping cots currently available...
Winter Sleeping Bags
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How to Choose a Backpacking Sleeping Pad
We help you find the perfect pad for your next backcountry adventure and let you know where to spend and where to save...
How to Choose a Car Camping Mattress
Looking for the best, most comfy car camping mattress out there? Don't worry, we've got your back. We tested some of...
Expert Advice on Choosing the Right Backpacking Sleeping Bag
We break down exactly what to look for when buying your perfect sleeping bag.
How to Choose an Ultralight Sleeping Bag
Choosing an ultralight sleeping bag that best suits your needs means considering a myriad of things, such as the...
How to Choose a Women's Sleeping Bag
A sleeping bag is a crucial part of your backpacking or car camping kit. As they are not created equal, we break down...
How to Choose a Camping Pillow
Not sure which pillow is for you? We summarized the market choices and detailed the most important aspects to consider...Recent Gear Reviews in Sleeping Gear Reviews
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Feathered Friends Egret UL 20 - Women's Review
The highest quality bag in this review, the Feathered Friends Egret UL 20, knocks its competitors off their pedestals...
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Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT Review
We are huge fans of the uber-warm Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT. This newest version has everything we've always...
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Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT Review
The Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT is the best option for anyone wanting to reduce the weight of their overnight kit...
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Exped MegaMat Auto Review
The Exped MegaMat Auto delivers the best car camping sleep we have experienced. Similar to other MegaMats, it provides...
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Enlightened Equipment Revelation APEX 30 Review
If you're shopping around for a lightweight synthetic quilt, you've found it in the Enlightened Equipment Revelation...
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Therm-a-Rest Hyperion 20 Review
If you're seeking the very best ultralight sleeping bag, your search may be over. After an exhaustive process of...
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Therm-a-Rest Trail Lite - Women's Review
The Therm-A-Rest Trail Lite is one of our test's warmest and most comfortable sleeping pads, and it retails for a very...
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Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Insulated - Women's Review
Sea to Summit has a comprehensive line of high-quality, women's specific sleeping mats, and the Ether Light XT...
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Mountain Hardwear Bishop Pass 15 Review
The Mountain Hardwear Bishop Pass 15 is our favorite down sleeping bag for those on a budget. While the down...
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REI Co-op Trailmade 20 Review
The REI Co-op Trailmade 20 is a high-value choice and one of our top-performing synthetic models. While we tested...
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The North Face Cat's Meow - Short Review
The North Face Cat's Meow has been around for years, receiving new iterations periodically. Recently, we decided to...
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REI Co-op Siesta Hooded 20 Review
We have a few hooded bags in our lineup, but the REI Co-op Siesta Hooded 20 is our favorite because it's chock full of...
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ALPS OutdoorZ Redwood Review
At first glance, the Alps OutdoorZ Redwood is obviously durable and cozy. Its canvas shell and cotton flannel liner...
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REI Co-op Camp Dreamer XL Review
Our team of testers struggled to find something they didn't like about the REI Camp Dreamer XL. We wrongly assumed...
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Sea to Summit Aeros Review
The Sea to Summit Aeros could easily become one of your favorite pieces in your backpacking setup. It's small and...
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Therm-a-Rest Compressible Review
At first sight, the Therm-a-Rest Compressible did not wow us. Taking it out of the box, it looks and feels like a...
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The North Face Inferno 0 Review
The North Face Inferno 0 offers one of the most comfortable sleeping experiences in our lineup of sleeping bags. Its...
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REI Co-op Kingdom Cot 3 Review
The REI Co-op Kingdom Cot 3 is a superbly designed, fully suspended, bi-folding camping cot. It offers far more unique...
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NEMO Sonic 0 Review
The Nemo Sonic is one of the most comfortable bags in our review. It has a super wide cut, a little stretch around the...
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