15 Best Camping Chairs

While camping is a fun activity and it might be tempting to just wander around the great outdoors for hours endlessly, you’re going to have to stop and take a break eventually. Maybe you just want to relax around a campfire with friends and family. Either way, sitting on the cold hard ground just isn’t going to cut it. For situations like these, you’ll want to have a comfortable, sturdy camping chair. That’s why we’ve carefully chosen the 15 best camping chairs that we think will be perfect for any camping trip!

 

The Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair is one of the most popular camping chairs on the market due to its unique dual-locking feature. This allows its legs to be locked while it’s open and while it’s closed. Unlike its competitors who lack this feature, the Kijaro Dual Lock will never fold and collapse while you’re sitting in it and it will never unfold when you want to keep it closed during transportation or storage.

Like its competitors, the Kijaro Dual Lock comes with a carrying case that has a shoulder strap for easy transportation. Unlike its competitors, the Kijaro Dual Lock also has a built-in shoulder strap on the back of the chair so you can just pick up the chair and go if you prefer.

The Kijaro Dual Lock is made from diamond ripstop polyester and mesh for breathability. It supports up to 300 lbs of weight.

A complaint that people often have with cheap camping chairs is that their seats sag too much, making them uncomfortable. A key feature of the Kijaro Dual Lock is that it has a firm seat. This allows the chair to give you a comfortable experience and sag-free support.

 

2. Kelty Low Loveseat Chair

 

The Kelty Low Loveseat Chair is a unique chair made for people who prefer to sit together. It was built with durability in mind since it features a frame made of steel and a seat made of very thick fabric. With these quality materials, the Kelty Low Loveseat is also incredibly sturdy. It can support up to 500 lbs. Also, since this seat is so wide and spacious, some users have even recommended buying this chair for large dogs!

Unlike some competitors that provide very flimsy carrying cases that are frustrating to use, the Kelty Low Loveseat Chair comes with an easy-to-use carrying case. Instead of stuffing your folded chair into a tight carrying case, the carrying case that comes with the Kelty Low Loveseat can be wrapped around the chair for easy storage. This design for the carrying case allows it to be used for carrying and moving other things such as firewood.

However, a consequence of being made with high-quality materials and being a large two-seater is that the Kelty Low Loveseat is considerably heavier than most camping chairs at 15.5 lbs. This may make it troublesome to transport. The thick fabric also makes the Kelty Low Loveseat not breathable.

 

3. AmazonBasics Portable Camping Chair

 

The AmazonBasics Portable Camping Chair is one of the most affordable camping chairs on the market. It features a beverage-cooler pouch in the left armrest that can keep up to 4 cans cool. For open drinks, there is a cup holder on the right armrest. It also has a storage pocket that can be used to hold other items you may have. The two strips of nylon mesh fabric on the backrest also help to keep you cool while you sit in it. The backrest is also very tall to provide excellent back support.

The AmazonBasics Portable Camping Chair has a rugged steel frame, but some users have reported that it is not as durable as other competing camping chairs. The chair also only supports up to 225 lbs. However, the chair is backed by a 1-year warranty from AmazonBasics so you can get it replaced or repaired if you run into problems concerning its durability during your first year of use. For its low price and 1-year warranty, the AmazonBasics Portable Camping Chair is a great value.

 

4. ALPS Mountaineering Rendezvous Chair

 

The ALPS Mountaineering Rendezvous is much lower than other competing camping chairs. Its low seat combined with its reclined design allows you to comfortably rest your legs along the ground. This is perfect if you plan on camping on a beach where there is soft sand all around to rest your legs, but this chair might not be as comfortable if you’re camping somewhere with harder ground.

The ALPS Mountaineering Rendezvous is durable and sturdy with its TechMesh Fabric and its steel frame. These materials make it slightly heavier than its competition at 6 lbs but the chair supports up to 300 lbs of weight.

Unfortunately, since the Rendezvous is using a low-seat design, it doesn’t have traditional camping chair armrests. This means that it doesn’t have any cup holders either.

 

5. ALPS Mountaineering King Kong Chair

 

The ALPS Mountaineering King Kong was named after the famous Hollywood Gorilla for a reason; it can support up to 800 lbs. Since it can support that much weight, it was built extremely rugged. It has a stable steel frame and the fabric is reinforced with padding. All of this padding also makes the ALPS Mountaineering King Kong one of the most comfortable camping chairs. This padding also serves to keep you warm during cold nights. That being said, King Kong isn’t very breathable so it might not be the best choice for summer camping trips.

The King Kong features a cup holder and a side pocket on each armrest so that you can keep your drinks and small items nearby when you’re relaxing on this monstrous chair.

The King Kong is one of the heaviest single-seating camping chairs on the market at 13 lbs. Still, King Kong’s massive weight is understandable since other competing camping chairs aren’t built to support nearly as much weight.

 

6. ALPS Mountaineering Escape Chair

 

The most defining feature of the ALPS Mountaineering Escape is its built-in footrest. This footrest is adjustable so that anyone of any height can comfortably put their feet up when they’re experiencing the great outdoors. This footrest is also removable so that you can use it as a regular camping chair if you like.

The backrest of the Escape is also special because it is so tall. This tall backrest gives you proper back and neck support when you’re putting your feet up. It is so comfortable that users are saying that sitting in this chair with the footrest attached is like laying in a hammock.

The ALPS Mountaineering Escape is built with a steel frame but it, unfortunately, doesn’t support as much weight as some of its competitors. The Escape only supports up to 225 lbs, which is less than some of the other camping chairs that ALPS makes. Even so, the footrest and hammock levels of comfort make the ALPS Mountaineering Escape a great buy.

 

7. Quik Shade Adjustable Canopy Folding Camp Chair

 

The Quik Shade Adjustable Canopy Folding Camp Chair eliminates the need for a separate umbrella. Instead of fumbling with an umbrella when you’re trying to relax in your chair while camping, the Quik Shade Canopy Chair will protect you from the harsh sun with no problem. The sunshade can be adjusted in a number of different ways so that you can block the sunlight no matter which direction it’s coming from.

The Quik Shade Canopy Chair has a durable steel frame but it only supports up to 225 lbs. The fabric of the chair is made of a strong 600 denier polyester. Additionally, this fabric is water and stain resistant so your chair won’t look dirty even if it takes a spill.

 

8. MOON LENCE Outdoor Folding Chair

 

The MOON LENCE Outdoor Folding Chair is one of the lightest camping chairs on the market coming in at just 2lbs! It’s so small that it can be thrown into carry-on luggage or a backpack with no issues, so it’s perfect for those who like to pack light when camping. The included carrying case makes the chair even easier to transport. Unlike other bulkier camping chairs, the MOON LENCE Outdoor Folding Chair can easily be unfolded in less than a minute.

The seat is made from 600D Oxford cloth and mesh so that the chair is breathable. The MOON LENCE’s aluminum alloy frame can support up to 242 lbs. These materials make the chair easy to clean and it is recommended to just wipe the chair with soap water.

The MOON LENCE Outdoor Folding Chair is also a great value because it is currently priced at $33 on Amazon, which is very close to other competing affordable camping chairs.

One downside of the MOON LENCE Chair is that it doesn’t have any armrests unlike most of its competitors. This also means that it doesn’t have any cup holders. Even so, not having armrests contributes to the overall lightness of the chair so it’s hard to complain about their absence.

 

9. Coleman Quad Chair

 

The Coleman Quad Chair is currently the #1 best selling camping chair on Amazon, and for good reason! It features a cooler pouch on the left armrest that can fit up to 4 cans. The right armrest has a typical cup holder. Also on the right side of the chair is a side pocket that you can use to hold your personal items while you relax in the chair. The armrests are adjustable to fit your needs. The chair also has a cushioned seat and backrest for maximum comfort. Users have also pointed out that the seat is large enough so that everyone of any size can sit in it comfortably.

The Coleman Quad Chair can support up to 300 lbs and has a steel frame but some users have reported that the frame starts to rust if it is not taken care of.

The Coleman Quad Chair is currently priced at $35, which is close in price to the affordable camping chairs that we’ve mentioned. For the comfortable design and all the extra features that the Coleman Quad Chair comes with, it is a much better value than any cheap, generic camping chairs.

 

10. Trekology YIZI GO Portable Camping Chair

 

The Trekology YIZI GO Portable Camping Chair is another ultralight camping chair. In terms of design, it is very similar to the MOON LENCE Outdoor Folding Chair. This design provides excellent lower back support and makes the chair very portable.

Like the MOON LENCE, the Trekology YIZI Chair weighs about 2 lbs. The chair is made of 600D polyester and has an aluminum frame just like the MOON LENCE. They both can fit in backpacks and carry-on luggage. What makes the Trekology YIZI different from the MOON LENCE is that the Trekology YIZI can support up to 300 lbs while the MOON LENCE can only support up to 242 lbs. Additionally, Trekology sells a sand cover for their chair separately that prevents the legs of their chair from sinking into soft grounds such as sand, grass, and mud.

The Trekology YIZI Chair is currently $40 on Amazon while the MOON LENCE Chair is $33. If you’re deciding between these two chairs, the Trekology YIZI’s higher weight capacity and compatibility with Trekology’s separate accessory may convince you to buy Trekology.

 

11. Coleman Big-N-Tall Camping Chair

 

The Coleman Big-N-Tall Camping Chair is built specifically in mind for larger people. It features an exceptionally large seat and large feat. Those two features combined with its durable strong frame allow the Coleman Big-N-Tall Camping Chair to support up to 600 lbs. In addition, the seat of this chair is deep so it’s comfortable for tall people.

The Coleman Big-N-Tall also features a draining seat that lets liquids easily pass through if the seat gets wet. Additionally, there is also a water-resistant sleeve on the right armrest that can protect your electronics from liquids.

The Coleman Big-N-Tall is currently $50 at Amazon and Coleman backs the chair with a 1-year limited warranty.

 

12. Tommy Bahama Backpack Beach Chair

 

The Tommy Bahama Backpack Beach Chair is primarily made for beach trips, but nothing is stopping it from being an excellent camping chair. The Tommy Bahama Backpack Beach Chair can recline into 5 different positions. One of those positions is completely flat, meaning that you can use this chair as a mini cot. It even features an adjustable pillow so that you can rest your head comfortably and take in the air of the outdoors.

As its name suggests, the Tommy Bahama Backpack Chair can be worn like a backpack since it has two built-in shoulder straps. It also has a very lightweight aluminum frame. These two features make it easy to carry when you’re walking long distances.

The Tommy Bahama Backpack Chair also has some extra features such as a cooler pocket to keep drinks cold, a storage pocket, and a cup holder that also has a pocket specifically for phones.

 

13. GCI Outdoor Freestyle Rocker

 

If you don’t like the idea of sitting completely still and you use a rocking chair at home, you don’t have to leave all of that behind when you go camping. The GCI Outdoor Freestyle Rocker Chair is the perfect camping chair for those who like to rock back and forth while they sit. The GCI Outdoor Freestyle Rocker also features a firm backrest and a firm seat.

The Freestyle Rocker has a steel frame that can support up to 250 lbs and it has a mesh backrest for breathability. It has a carry handle for easy transportation but the chair itself is heavy at 12 lbs. The GCI Outdoor Freestyle Rocker Chair is also still pretty big when it’s folded down.

The Spring-Action Rocking Technology makes the chair feel smooth as it’s rocking but some users have still reported that it starts to squeak after prolonged use. However, GCI offers a limited lifetime warranty so you could contact GCI’s customer support if you discover this problem.

It’s a bit pricey but if you’re looking specifically for a rocking camping chair, the GCI Outdoor Freestyle Rocker is definitely a great option to consider.

 

14. Coleman Broadband Mesh Camping Chair

 

The Coleman Broadband Mesh Chair has one of the most basic designs of all the camping chairs that we’ve looked at so far. It doesn’t have multiple cup holders, an extra storage pack, a cooler pouch, or anything else fancy. It simply has one cup holder and a mesh backing for breathability. The advantage of missing all the extra features is that it comes at a significantly lower price than most of its competition.

It’s not as durable as its competition since its fabric isn’t very thick but it still features a wide seat. Users have also said that it’s not too comfortable since its backrest is so upright. However, if you don’t see yourself camping very often and just want to get a chair so that you can sit down during the few times you do go camping, then we definitely recommend the Coleman Broadband Mesh Chair.

 

15. Coleman Camping Chair with Side Table

 

The Coleman Camp Chair with Side Table has an interesting and unique design with its built-in table. Before we talk about the side table, let’s first talk about the chair itself. The Coleman Camp Chair with Side Table features a padded backrest and padded armrests for a comfortable sitting experience. It has a steel frame that supports up to 225 lbs. The fabric of the seat is also weather-resistant so you can be sure that the chair will handle the rough conditions of the outdoors.

As for the built-in side table, you can use it for anything that you can think of. However, the side table does seem fairly small. The cup holder is built into the side table so you lose some table space because of that. The side table can be flipped up when you don’t want to use it and keep the chair more compact.

The Coleman Camp Chair with Side Table is a bit price. For that price, it might be a better deal to buy one of Coleman’s other camping chairs and buy a separate table. Still, if you’re interested in a hybrid camping chair and table, the Coleman Camp Chair with Side Table might be the chair for you.

 

How to Choose The Best Camping Chairs

Before you buy a chair, you need to know what you’re looking for in a camping chair. We’ll list some things you’ll need to look out for when choosing the best camping chairs.

Weight Capacity

Do you need a chair that can support a lot of weight? There’s absolutely no shame in being a large person and there are many chairs designed for large people in mind. Camping chairs that you might be interested in are ones with wide seats, ones that have locking mechanisms, or ones that simply have a really high weight capacity. Additionally, camping chairs with steel frames tend to have the ability to hold more weight than camping chairs with aluminum frames.

High or Low Seaters

This all depends on personal preference. High camping chairs have their seats high above the ground, which is like a regular chair. Their backrests are usually more upright so sitting in them will be like sitting in a typical office chair. Low camping chairs have their seats just a few inches off the ground. Their backrests are usually a little more reclined so sitting in them will give you more of a lounging experience. A disadvantage of low camping chairs is that they might be harder to get out of for elderly and larger people. Both types of chairs can be comfortable but not everyone feels this way so choose one that’s best for you.

Weight and Portability

If you’re taking a camping chair with you when you go camping, chances are, you’re going to have to carry it or transport it somehow. If you want an ultralight camping chair that can be thrown into your backpack while you walk around a campsite, we’ve listed some on our list below. It might be useful to know that camping chairs with aluminum frames tend to be lighter than camping chairs with steel frames.

If you’re looking for a heavy camping chair with tons of padding for comfort, we’ve got those on our list too. If you’re concerned about portability, then you’ve got to consider how bulky each chair is when it’s folded up. Don’t worry though because we’ll be mentioning all of this when we review each camping chair on our list!

Breathability

Some camping chairs are going to have mesh woven into their seats and backrests and some chairs aren’t going to have any mesh at all. Chairs with mesh are much more breathable, meaning that they let air pass through to keep you cool. This is beneficial if you’re camping during the summer or if you’re camping somewhere very hot in general. However, the mesh isn’t going to be helpful if you’re camping somewhere very cold. Chairs without mesh tend to retain heat much better. This makes them better for colder environments and chilly nights.

Backrest Height

Do you need a chair with a high backrest? Tall people might need a taller backrest so that they don’t feel like they’re constantly slouching. However, having a high backrest doesn’t just benefit tall people. A camping chair with a high backrest could provide neck support in addition to back support for people of all shapes and sizes.

Seat Firmness

This is another feature that depends on personal preference. Based on our research most people seem to prefer having a firm seat because it provides more support. Because of this, most camping chairs that have firm seats advertise that they have “sag-free support.”

However, we also discovered that tall people might actually prefer seats that sag because it allows them to take more advantage of their camping chair’s backrest. Some people simply like saggy seats because they don’t feel as tense while sitting in them. If you’re a taller person or if you enjoy the feeling of sinking into your chair, you might want to consider a camping chair without a firm seat.

Durability and Sturdiness

 

If you’re planning on using your camping chair often or planning on keeping it for a long time, you’ll want to know what your chair is made of. For each of the chairs that we could find the materials list for, we commented on the quality of its construction in our review. We also took note of reviews from users who own the respective chairs. Camping chairs with steel frames tend to be more sturdy and durable than camping chairs with aluminum frames but this isn’t always the case.

Extra Features

Some camping chairs might have extra features such as cooling pouches, extra storage compartments, multiple cup holders, etc. You might be thinking that having all these extra features will significantly drive up the price of any camping chair but we’ve included some relatively inexpensive camping chairs with these extra features on our list. If you’re not interested in any of these extra features, we’ve got you covered too!

Conclusion

Having the best camping chairs can greatly elevate your camping experience. Whether you’re roasting marshmallows, catching up with friends or family, taking in the fresh outdoor air, or taking a nap, you won’t have to worry about a sore back or cramped legs if you have the most comfortable chair for you. After reading our reviews of our 15 favorite camping chairs, we hope you’ve discovered your favorite camping chair too! Have a fun and safe camping trip!