Adam Doud Tests 11 Camping Chairs, Picks Eno Lounger DL as Best Overall
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Updated · The Guardian · Jul 26
Adam Doud Tests 11 Camping Chairs, Picks Eno Lounger DL as Best Overall
3 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Jul 26
Summary
Eleven camp chairs were tested for comfort, portability, setup speed and weather resistance, with the Eno Lounger DL taking best overall for balancing plush seating, easy carrying and solid all-around performance.
The review timed setup and takedown, measured carry ease over a soccer field, and ran a 30-minute sprinkler test, reflecting use at games, campsites and other outdoor events.
Coleman’s $49.99 Portable Camp Chair won best budget for its familiar scissor-frame design, cooler pocket and quick 27-second setup, while Helinox’s 1.43-pound Chair Zero L was named best for portability.
Nemo’s 13.75-pound Stargaze Reclining Evo-X earned best comfort despite its weight and trickier setup, standing out for a hammock-like reclining design aimed at longer lounging sessions.
The results underscore how camp chairs now range from water-bottle-sized ultralights to near-couch loungers, making trade-offs between weight, stability, comfort and packability the key buying decision.