While sturdy canvas chairs are great for keeping your back supported, no one wants to be engulfed in a thick fabric when the temperature rises. REI’s Co-op Camp X Chair brings the best of both worlds with a webbed nylon mesh outdoor patio shades that keeps you cozy and cool. The material is designed to evenly distribute your weight and maximize comfort, and we found the material was tense enough to feel supportive while letting them take advantage of the breeze.
If you need a personalized camping chair in bulk quantities, 4imprint has dozens of options. These comfortable event chairs come with many options, including a variety of colors, cupholders and a carrying bag. In addition to the standard camp single-seater, other customized chairs include stadium seats, director chairs, hammocks and beach chairs. Show you really care about the recipients by getting a custom folding chair or stool with a built-in cooler for beverages and snacks. That’s because camping chairs—or beach chairs, or outdoor folding chairs, or whatever you want to call them—make the act of sitting en plein air live up to your original vision.
Made from heavy-duty polyethylene, the Loop Lounge is completely waterproof (it can even be used in pools shallower than 11 inches) and incredibly durable, with a weight capacity of 500 lbs. While those aforementioned chairs admittedly share some crossover with lawn chairs, what sets lawn chairs apart is their combination of style, casual readiness and comfort. These are chairs that look good in your yard, invite relaxation and good times and can easily be stored away (in most cases) when the leaves begin to change.
You can leave the bag at home, as the Kijaro features a shoulder strap attached directly to the frame. It also has a side pocket we like for holding a book and two different-sized cup holders to keep you hydrated. Not only does our selection include lawn chairs, but SCHEELS also carries a wide variety of camping chairs too.
And when you’re ready to pack up, the chair folds down in one quick motion with its attached carrying handle—no need to stuff it into a tote on the way out. Generally speaking, the lightest chairs out there won’t deliver as plush of a sitting experience as bulkier products that weren’t meant to accompany you on backpacking adventures. If you’re looking for a chair to take on the move, opt for something weighing under 2 pounds that can be stored as compactly as possible.
While the dimensions are different (this is larger), this chair is very similar to Lawn Chair USA’s. Both feature an aluminum frame, a 225-lb weight limit and are made in the USA. What mostly sets them apart are the striking color combinations that Schoolhouse has cooked up here.
On the other hand, if portability is your main concern, the Kijaro is just shy of 4 feet long when folded, making it a challenge to fit into some car trunks. It doesn’t impress us with its durability, as we’ve had issues with broken lock mechanisms, loosening pole joints, and easily stained fabric. On top of some other details like sloppy seams and wiggle room in parts of the frame that we don’t want wiggle in, we’re not convinced this chair will last as long as your desire to go outside will. However, the convenience of the lock and shoulder strap combined with the height and support still make the Kijaro a chair we often reach for when heading to barbecues and backyard hangouts. It has one of the longest packed down lengths and is surprisingly heavy at nearly 17 pounds. The rocking feature also is really only nice if you’re on flat, stable ground.
We tested one chair at a time, starting by setting them up for use and paying close attention to whether there was any guesswork or fumbling involved in assembly. To see how comfortable it was to use the chairs for extended periods of time, we sat in each for minutes, making sure to evaluate any extra features like tables, coolers, and cup holders. We also tested any adjustable features like recliners and armrests to see if those functions worked smoothly. The strap that supports the back (and doubles as a carry strap) allows adjustments to control your angle of recline, from upright to a stargazing-appropriate angle.