Anyone who has ever been camping knows that a comfortable sleeping pad is essential for a good night’s sleep. But what actually makes a good sleeping pad? The sleeping mats should have some features so that you do not regret the purchase later.
Important purchase criteria at a glance:
- Insulation: In order to avoid moisture and cold, the sleeping mat should insulate well.
- Thickness and Hardness: The thicker and harder the mattress, the better it will support the body and thus prevent back and neck pain.
- Pack size and weight: For camping trips, it is important that the sleeping pad is light and compact to transport.
- Durability: A good sleeping pad should be strong and durable to last a long time, even with frequent use.
- Comfort: A good night’s sleep is crucial to a restful night’s sleep – so choose a sleeping pad that’s comfortable and test it out before you go.
Our cooperation partner “All the best” took a close look at 18 sleeping pads. Defects were found in many mats. In the following table we present the top models and tell you why it is worth buying the test winner.
Sleeping pads in the test: the test winner
The Therm-a-Rest Trail Pro convinces in the test at AllesBeste in particular due to its high level of sleeping comfort. Although it is relatively heavy and has a large pack size, it ensures a comfortable sleep. The Therm-a-Rest brand is characterized by practical features such as the easy-to-use pump valve and non-slip coating. In addition, the mat is also suitable for colder seasons due to its thickness and inflates three times faster than conventional mats thanks to a WingLock valve. You can buy the sleeping pad in the color pine and in the regular size (82.9 x 50.8 x 7.6 cm) for around 120 euros.
*This article was created by FOCUS online authors and is based on the results of the article “The best sleeping pad” by All the best. The content is based on the version of 11/22/2022. Our partners from the CHIP test center were not involved in the investigation.