The 10 Best Camping Chairs as of July 2026

How we ranked these camping chairs

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

Performance (35%) — how well each camping chair does its core job.
Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

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#	Camping Chairs	Score	Best for	Type	Approx. Price	Amazon links
1	Helinox Chair One	9.0	Best overall	Backpacking	£100	View Price
2	Kelty Low Loveseat	8.7	Best for couples	Car camping	£140	View Price
3	Helinox Sunset Chair	8.6	Best tall-back light	Backpacking	£130	View Price
4	Coleman Deck Chair with Table	8.6	Best value	Car camping	£35	View Price
5	Vango Samson 2 Oversized Chair	8.5	Best oversized comfort	Car camping	£60	View Price
6	Trekology YIZI GO	8.4	Best budget backpacking	Backpacking	£40	View Price
7	Quechua MH500 Folding Chair	8.4	Best Decathlon value	Car camping	£40	View Price
8	Outwell Catamarca Arm Chair	8.3	Best relaxed recline	Car camping	£55	View Price
9	Regatta Kelburn Chair	8.2	Best cheap folding	Car camping	£25	View Price
10	Amazon Basics Camping Chair	8.1	Best ultra-budget	Car camping	£22	View Price

The full ranking

Best overall

Helinox Chair One

9.0Our number one pick.

The Helinox Chair One packs down tiny and weighs almost nothing yet offers genuinely comfortable, stable support, the benchmark for backpacking chairs. It is pricey, but the weight-to-comfort ratio and build are excellent.

Comfort: 9.0Packability: 9.6Build: 9.2Value: 8.4

Pros

Very light and packable
Surprisingly comfortable
Durable materials

Cons

Premium price
Small seat for larger users

Check price on Amazon≈ £100

Best for couples

Kelty Low Loveseat

8.7A superb runner-up.

The Kelty Low Loveseat is a wide two-person camp chair with a relaxed low recline, perfect for sharing round the fire. It is heavy and large, but the comfort and sturdiness are excellent.

Comfort: 9.2Packability: 7.8Build: 9.0Value: 8.6

Pros

Roomy two-person seat
Comfortable low recline
Sturdy frame

Cons

Large and heavy
Bulky to transport

Check price on Amazon≈ £140

Best tall-back light

Helinox Sunset Chair

8.6Rounds out our top three.

The Helinox Sunset adds a taller back and higher seat to the packable formula for more relaxed, supportive lounging that's still light. It is expensive, but the comfort and packability are excellent.

Comfort: 9.2Packability: 9.0Build: 9.2Value: 8.0

Pros

Tall supportive back
Still light and packable
Premium build

Cons

Expensive
Higher seat less stable on soft ground

Check price on Amazon≈ £130

Best value

Coleman Deck Chair with Table

8.6A standout in the upper half.

The Coleman deck chair pairs solid comfort with a built-in side table and cup holder at a friendly price, a reliable car-camping staple. It is bulky to pack, but the comfort and value are excellent.

Comfort: 8.8Packability: 8.0Build: 8.6Value: 9.2

Pros

Comfortable padded seat
Built-in table and cup holder
Great value

Cons

Bulky folded
Heavier to carry

Check price on Amazon≈ £35

Best oversized comfort

Vango Samson 2 Oversized Chair

8.5A well-rounded mid-table pick.

The Vango Samson 2 is a big, heavily padded chair with a high back and side table that prioritises comfort at the campsite. It is large and heavy, but the plush comfort and value are excellent.

Comfort: 9.2Packability: 7.8Build: 8.8Value: 9.0

Pros

Very plush padding
High supportive back
Side table included

Cons

Large and heavy
Bulky pack size

Check price on Amazon≈ £60

Best budget backpacking

Trekology YIZI GO

8.4Great value in the middle of the pack.

The Trekology YIZI GO mimics the packable compact-chair design at a much lower price, a great value lightweight seat for hikers. It is less refined than a Helinox, but the packability and value are excellent.

Comfort: 8.4Packability: 9.2Build: 8.4Value: 9.2

Pros

Compact and light
Very affordable
Includes ground feet

Cons

Less durable than premium
Smaller seat

Check price on Amazon≈ £40

Best Decathlon value

Quechua MH500 Folding Chair

8.4A dependable pick if the price is right.

The Quechua MH500 from Decathlon is a comfortable, well-built folding chair with a handy pocket at a fair price, a dependable everyday pick. It is moderately bulky, but the comfort and value are good.

Comfort: 8.6Packability: 8.2Build: 8.6Value: 9.0

Pros

Comfortable and sturdy
Handy storage pocket
Good value

Cons

Moderately bulky
Plain design

Check price on Amazon≈ £40

Best relaxed recline

Outwell Catamarca Arm Chair

8.3Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

The Outwell Catamarca offers a relaxed, slightly reclined seat with padded arms for comfortable lounging at camp. It is bulky, but the comfort and build are good.

Comfort: 8.8Packability: 7.8Build: 8.6Value: 8.6

Pros

Relaxed padded recline
Comfortable arms
Solid frame

Cons

Bulky and heavy
Slower to fold

Check price on Amazon≈ £55

Best cheap folding

Regatta Kelburn Chair

8.2A budget-friendly option worth a look.

The Regatta Kelburn is an affordable, simple folding chair with a cup holder that covers occasional campsite and festival use. It is basic, but for the price the value is good.

Comfort: 8.2Packability: 8.2Build: 8.2Value: 9.0

Pros

Very affordable
Simple and light-ish
Cup holder

Cons

Basic padding
Less durable

Check price on Amazon≈ £25

Best ultra-budget

Amazon Basics Camping Chair

8.1Rounds out our top ten.

The Amazon Basics folding camp chair covers the basics with a cup holder and carry bag at a rock-bottom price, sensible for occasional use. It is basic, but for the money it does the job.

Comfort: 8.2Packability: 8.2Build: 8.0Value: 9.0

Pros

Very cheap
Includes carry bag
Cup holder

Cons

Basic comfort
Lower weight limit

Check price on Amazon≈ £22

Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the camping chairs in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the Helinox Chair One, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Kelty Low Loveseat and Helinox Sunset Chair are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best camping chairs without overthinking it, the Helinox Chair One is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ £100

Our top picks at a glance

Helinox Chair One

Coleman Deck Chair with Table

Kelty Low Loveseat

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How we ranked these camping chairs

At a glance: top 10 compared

The full ranking

Helinox Chair One

Pros

Cons

Kelty Low Loveseat

Pros

Cons

Helinox Sunset Chair

Pros

Cons

Coleman Deck Chair with Table

Pros

Cons

Vango Samson 2 Oversized Chair

Pros

Cons

Trekology YIZI GO

Pros

Cons

Quechua MH500 Folding Chair

Pros

Cons

Outwell Catamarca Arm Chair

Pros

Cons

Regatta Kelburn Chair

Pros

Cons

Amazon Basics Camping Chair

Pros

Cons

Frequently asked questions

The bottom line

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