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Comparing Sleeping Pads for Men

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Pros Packs away small, very warm, included pump sack doubles as a stuff sack, versatileLightweight, warm for its size, portable, cozy, adaptableComfortable, durable, warm enough for summer, great pump sackComfortable, integrated pump sack in stuff sack, quiet, warmComfortable, dual air chambers are redundant, quiet, warm, stable, supportive
Cons Some edge collapse, expensivePricey, a bit unstable compared to someNot the lightestExpensive, not very light, doesn't pack smallHeavy, expensive
Bottom Line This sleeping pad is the lightest 4-season pad we've ever seen while also being the warmest in our lineupThis cozy and toasty pad is an excellent all-around performer, offering significant weight savings and great packabilityThis pad is super comfortable and affordable, plus it has an awesome inflation bag to make setting up camp a breezeThis pad is great for winter camping but doesn't pack down very smallExtreme comfort, great warmth, and stability combine in this heavier camping bed
Rating Categories Therm-a-Rest NeoAir... Therm-a-Rest NeoAir... Nemo Quasar 3D Insu... Sea to Summit Ether... Sea to Summit Comfo...
Comfort (30%)
8.0
8.0
9.0
9.0
10.0
Weight (30%)
7.8
8.6
5.1
5.1
4.0
Warmth (20%)
10.0
7.3
6.1
8.9
6.8
Packed Size (10%)
8.0
9.0
8.5
3.0
6.0
Quality of Construction (10%)
6.0
6.0
9.0
9.0
9.0
Specs Therm-a-Rest NeoAir... Therm-a-Rest NeoAir... Nemo Quasar 3D Insu... Sea to Summit Ether... Sea to Summit Comfo...
Measured Weight 16.0 oz 13.6 oz 25.0 oz 25.0 oz 28.7 oz
Claimed R-Value 7.3 4.5 3.3 6.2 4.0
Thickness 3.0 in 3.0 in 3.5 in 4.0 in 2.5 in
Tested Length 72 in 72 in 72 in 72 in 72 in
Tested Width 20 in 20 in 20 in 21.5 in 21.5 in
Packed Volume (L) 2.4 L 2.0 L 2.1 L 8.0 L 3.1 L
Bottom Material 70D nylon 30D rip HT nylon 100% PCR PU polyester ripstop 30D/40D nylon 30D/40D nylon
Insulation Technology Triangular Core Matrix construction and ThermaCapture technology Triangular Core Matrix construction and ThermaCapture technology PrimaLoft 100% PCR Dual density Thermolite HL-1 Exkin Platinum and Thermolite HL-1
Double Size Available No No Yes No Yes
Type Air construction, synthetic insulation Air construction, synthetic insulation Air construction, synthetic insulation Air construction, Air Sprung cells, synthetic insulation Air construction, Air Sprung cells, synthetic insulation