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Toss these in your pack and deploy at camp for a relaxing, comfortable evening under the stars.

Kijaro dual lock folding chair

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Wed love an adjustable back, or a slightly milder reclined position.

The seat is stable and the two cup holders are perfectly sized for awater bottleor tumbler.

The chair is low to the ground, and some people might have trouble getting in and out.

Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

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With the larger weight and dimensions, it’s best for car camping.

Getting the material stretched over the poles takes some work.

The added few inches across the back are somewhat more comfortable and less confining than we expected.

Someone wearing the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair pouch on their shoulder

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A slightly larger seat and back would feel more comfortable for long-term use.

For a portable, compact chair at a low weight, you arent going to do much better.

Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair

The durable materials and convenience of the dual cup holders had us sold.

Someone sits on the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

This chair is slightly heavier than others we tested, and doesnt pack down as small.

However, there were a few that are still good options for many campers.

We then packed each chair up and head out on camping trips, hiking excursions, or sporting events.

Someone sets up the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

For chairs that came with their own carrying case, we carried the chairs using straps and handles.

We then sat in the chairs for at least one hour at a time.

After each use, we folded up the chairs and put them back in their cases or other bags.

Someone holding the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

We tested two distinct styles of chairs: standard folding chairs and smaller, compact bucket chairs.

This means easy packability and portability, including considering weight and packed size.

Look for waterproof materials

Most camping chairs are made with fade-resistant, highly weatherproof materials.

Someone sits in the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

Chairs with a two-person capacity or models specifically rated for larger users can hold up to 500 pounds.

Most fall somewhere in between, and we recommend considering your own mobility when choosing your chair design.

The best material for a camping chair is a robust, reinforced polyester or nylon.

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For this piece, she combined her own experience with T+L testing insights.

Someone slides their hand into a pocket on the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

Someone sets up the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

Someone sets up the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

Someone sets up the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

Closeup Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair leg in grass

Someone wearing the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair pouch on their shoulder

Someone sits on the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

Someone sets up the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

Someone holding the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

Someone sits in the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

Someone sets up the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

Someone slides their hand into a pocket on the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

Someone sets up the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

Someone sets up the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

Someone sets up the Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair

Closeup Kijaro Dual Lock Camping Chair leg in grass

GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair

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A person sits in the GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair

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A person sits in the GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair

A person carries the GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair by a strap

The back of the GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair

The GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair after assembly

The legs on the GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair

The GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair in the back of a car

A person sits in the GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair

The legs on the GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair

A person sits in the GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair

A person carries the GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair by a strap

The back of the GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair

The GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair after assembly

The legs on the GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair

The GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Elite Chair in the back of a car

Helinox Chair One (re)

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A person sits in the Helinox Chair One (re)

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A person assembles the Helinox Chair One (re)

A person carries the Helinox Chair One (re) in a storage bag

A person assembles the base of the Helinox Chair One (re)

A person assembles the Helinox Chair One (re)

A person opens the storage bag for the Helinox Chair One (re)

The Helinox Chair One (re) after assembly

The Helinox Chair One (re) inside a storage case

The branding on the Helinox Chair One (re) storage bag

A person sits in the Helinox Chair One (re)

A person assembles the Helinox Chair One (re)

A person carries the Helinox Chair One (re) in a storage bag

A person assembles the base of the Helinox Chair One (re)

A person assembles the Helinox Chair One (re)

A person opens the storage bag for the Helinox Chair One (re)

The Helinox Chair One (re) after assembly

The Helinox Chair One (re) inside a storage case

The branding on the Helinox Chair One (re) storage bag

KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair

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A person sits in the KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair

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The KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair leans against a picnic table

The KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair on grass

A drink in the cup holder of the KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair

The KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair in a storage bag

The legs on the KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair

The base of the KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair

The KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair folded on concrete

The strap around the KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair

A person sits in the KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair

The KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair leans against a picnic table

The KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair on grass

A drink in the cup holder of the KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair

The KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair in a storage bag

The legs on the KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair

The base of the KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair

The KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair folded on concrete

The strap around the KUMA Outdoor Gear Bear Buddy Double Chair

MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

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A person sits in the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair in the woods

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The MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair sits in grass

A person wears a backpack with the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair attached to the side

A person unzips the carrying case for the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

A person unfolds and adjusts the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

The MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

The carrying bag for the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair sits on a wooden floor

Someone setting up the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

Someone sets up the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

Someone holding the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair bag

Someone sets up the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

Someone setting up the metal part of the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

Someone grabbing parts of the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair out of the traveling case

Someone’s hand in a mesh pouch of the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

Someone lifting the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair parts off of the floor

Someone sets up the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

Someone holds the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair bag

Someone holding a compartment of the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

Two hands holding part of the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

A person sits in the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair in the woods

The MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair sits in grass

A person wears a backpack with the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair attached to the side

A person unzips the carrying case for the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

A person unfolds and adjusts the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

The MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

The carrying bag for the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair sits on a wooden floor

Someone setting up the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

Someone sets up the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

Someone holding the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair bag

Someone sets up the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

Someone setting up the metal part of the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

Someone grabbing parts of the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair out of the traveling case

Someone’s hand in a mesh pouch of the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

Someone lifting the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair parts off of the floor

Someone sets up the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

Someone holds the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair bag

Someone holding a compartment of the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

Two hands holding part of the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

REI Co-op Flexilite Air Chair

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Someone setting up the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

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Someone sets up a REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Someone sits in the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Person assembling REI Co-op Flexlite Air Chair

Closeup person assembling REI Co-op Flexlite Air Chair

Someone touching an unassembled REI Co-op Flexlite Air parts on the floor

Two hands holding an opened carrying case filled with parts of the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Someone sets up the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Someone removing the REI Co-op Flexlite Air from the travel case

Someone sets up the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Someone sets up the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

A close-up of someone setting up the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Someone sets up the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Someone pressing their hand on the seat of the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

REI Co-op Flexlite Camp Chair and camping gear

Someone setting up the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Someone sets up a REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Someone sits in the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Person assembling REI Co-op Flexlite Air Chair

Closeup person assembling REI Co-op Flexlite Air Chair

Someone touching an unassembled REI Co-op Flexlite Air parts on the floor

Two hands holding an opened carrying case filled with parts of the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Someone sets up the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Someone removing the REI Co-op Flexlite Air from the travel case

Someone sets up the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Someone sets up the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

A close-up of someone setting up the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Someone sets up the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

Someone pressing their hand on the seat of the REI Co-op Flexlite Air

REI Co-op Flexlite Camp Chair and camping gear

LivingXL 500-lb. Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair

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A person sits in the LivingXL 500 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair

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A person carries the LivingXL 500 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair

A person places the folded LivingXL 500 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair into its carrying bag

A person opens up and adjusts the LivingXL 500 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair

The LivingXL 500 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair outside on the sun

The LivingXL 500 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair outside on grass

The LivingXL 500 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair inside its carrying bag

A person sits in the LivingXL 500 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair

A person carries the LivingXL 500 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair

A person places the folded LivingXL 500 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair into its carrying bag

A person opens up and adjusts the LivingXL 500 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair

The LivingXL 500 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair outside on the sun

The LivingXL 500 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair outside on grass

The LivingXL 500 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Portable Chair inside its carrying bag

A person assembles the Alps Mountaineering Axis Chair

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A person sits in the Alps Mountaineering King Kong Chair

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The Coleman Broadband Mesh Quad Chair on a wooden deck

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Someone sets up the MOON LENCE Camping Chairs Compact Backpacking Chair

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Person falling from REI Co-op Flexlite Camp Chair

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