When you think of camping chairs, maybe you picture someone lounging in front of a glistening lake and breathtaking mountainous landscape during a hot, summer day. But camping chairs are great for a variety of events, such as tailgating before a football game or concert, watching your kid’s baseball game, and of course, for ground camping and backpacking.

There are some distinct differences between camping chairs that you should consider before purchasing one. There is a big difference between the type of camping chair someone hiking the Appalachian Trail for six months may need versus a dad who is carrying a camping chair five feet from his car to watch his son hit a homerun.

Here, we’ll go over the differences between five of the best camping chairs that you can get on Amazon right now so that you can figure out which ones best suit your needs.

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Trekology Yizi Go Camping Chair

Coleman Camping Chair with 4-Can Cooler

Kijaro Dual-Lock Portable Camping Chair

Being a hiker and camper myself, I can confidently tell you that when it comes to carrying your gear for miles upon miles uphill, you’ll want your pack to weigh as little as possible, which is why this 1.2-pound, backpacker-friendly Helinox camping chair is the best backpacker’s pick. As a matter of fact, my hike-and-camp-loving friend Michaela highly recommends this ultralight chair for all overnight adventures in the backcountry.

Even though this camping chair is light like a feather and can pack down smaller than a water bottle, it’s still an extremely resilient chair that can hold up to 265 pounds, since it’s made of durable aluminum alloy. Even the seat and carry sack are made of durable polyester that is not only comfortable—it also resists UV rays and not-so-ideal weather conditions.

I have many friends who bring camping chairs just so they can avoid sitting on rigid rocks on the summit while day hiking in the summer. This is a great camping chair for hikes like that (and backpacking if there’s room in your pack) because it is a light two pounds, foldable, and can be packed away in the attachable storage bag. You can hang this bag from things such as your pack or bike. Or, store it away in luggage for travel.

While you lounge in this comfortable, supportive chair—which can hold up to 300 pounds—and take in the fresh mountain air, you’ll find convenience with the added side pocket to hold your sunscreen, bug spray, and granola bars. This camping chair also has side mesh panels for optimal air flow to keep you cool on hot days. Best of all, you can easily set up and put away this camping chair with its single-piece setup feature.

This camping chair is made of polyester and alloy steel, making it so durable that it can hold up to 325 pounds. It is the perfect camping chair for tailgating fun, whether you are barbecuing steak tips before a Patriots game or drinking a refresher with friends before countryfest. There is even an integrated cooler to keep your drinks fresh, a cup colder, and added side pockets for your keys, phone, and whatever else you want to tailgate with.

This ground-level camping chair is 24 inches wide and 18.1 inches high, and can even be adjusted to tailor your unique arm length. This camping chair is also great for camping ground and wherever else you want to go that doesn’t involve the need for a foldable, packable chair.

Hang out at your favorite campsite with family and friends in this rockable camping chair that’s easy to carry around. This camping chair is made to be both foldable and portable, yet doesn’t sacrifice its stability; it’s made of a sturdy steel frame that can hold up to 250 pounds.

Additionally, this camping chair includes padded armrests for enhanced comfort, a mesh backrest, and a built-in beverage holder for your water, coffee, and other beverages. Best of all, you can enjoy smooth back-and-forth rocking all day and night as you relax at the campsite.

This is a very convenient camping chair that’s great to bring to outdoor events like your kids’ ball games or a golf tournament. It comes with a carry strap and bag for easy transportation, as well as two cup holders and both zip and mesh pockets for anything you want to store away. You can even choose this camping chair in a variety of color options.

Made of durable polyester material, this no-sag seat camping chair is built to support a maximum weight capacity of up to 300 pounds. You can even comfortably lounge in this camping chair on a hot, sunny day thanks to the ventilated mesh back that promotes optimal breathability. Once you’re done sitting in this camping chair, close the locks—they open for stability—and easily travel back to your car.

Lily Hartman is a staff writer at Reviewed.

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