(Part 2) Best air mattresses according to redditors
We found 170 Reddit comments discussing the best air mattresses. We ranked the 63 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
Those inflatable "sofas" are inexpensive and compact. I prefer them to sitting on a log/ground/rock.
That is a really awesome offer, brudda - thank you!
OP here are some Intex air mattresses like brudda is talking about. They are pretty durable - won't last forever, but it should get you by for a while until you can afford something more permanent:
SoundAsleep Camping Series Air Mattress - Twin Size with Included Rechargable Air Pump (Twin) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F5PNLMS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_w5fWAbNP1MA0J
I didn't... I think the mods did. So I'm going to sneak in and repost.
What are some of the staple gadgets and gizmos you have to maximize portability, versatility, durability, and price, time, and space efficiency?
Here's my list:
-Feiyue shoes. Crazy cheap, they take up no room, and they don't look out-of-place in most situations.
-Light My Fire titanium spork. This is the only eating utensil I ever use, and I take it everywhere.
-Pyrex 4-cup Bowl. As long as I'm just making food for me, this dish is the only one I need. It can withstand pretty much everything, and the microwave-friendly lid is awesome.
-Platypus roll-up water bottles. Carrying around an empty water bottle is really annoying. These guys hold lots of water, and only take up as much space as the volume of water they contain.
-Milk crates and heavy-duty Rubbermaid containers instead of furniture. The only thing you can really do with a chair is use it as a chair, and the only thing you can do with a chest of drawers is use it as a chest of drawers. Might as well combine the two -- and make them really light and portable to boot!
-Lifetime folding table. This is the closest thing I have to furniture.
-Coleman 4-in-1 Quickbed. It's a twin mattress, or two separate twin mattresses, or a king-size bed, it's comfortable as poo, and it folds up to nothing.
-Night Ize Gear Ties. I've used these for everything from coathangers to patching the handle on a neighbor's lawnmower to attaching the basket to my bike.
-MicroNet Microfiber Towel. Linen actually takes up a surprising amount of room. This guy works great, and folds away to nothing.
-Wellspring FlipNote. I've had my FlipNote for 5 years and it's been in my pocket every single day -- whether I was in South Africa, military combat training, business meetings, or going out with friends. It's an idea journal, an address book, a wallet, a writing surface, a pen... all kinds of stuff, and it's super-slim and super-durable.
-Bug-out bag. This isn't quite the one I have -- mine was about $60 and came with a CamelBak and tube inside -- but it's the right idea. When I was discharged from the military, I fit my entire life in this amazing backpack with room left over for the full CamelBak and hiked up and down the California coast for several days with no problems. The same backpack's still the only piece of luggage I use for travel, for class, for everything. It expands from normal backpack size to HUGE.
TL;DR If I can't pack everything I own into my tiny car in one hour, I have too much stuff.
(Edit: This list isn't everything I own, but it's the things that I figure would be useful to anyone.)
Earplugs or Bose Sleepbuds, and a sleeping mask.
Also, I swear by this inflatable mattress. Compact and easy to carry, built-in pump, and cheap as hell compared to some of the other stuff on the market.
https://www.amazon.com/Intex-Comfort-Dura-Beam-Internal-Electric/dp/B07F3DNVFP/ref=mp_s_a_1_fkmr0_1?keywords=intex+air+mattress+twin&qid=1557620068&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmr0&utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app
https://www.amazon.com/Intex-Inflatable-Pull-Out-Queen-Mattress/dp/B01N28GYYE/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=inflatable+couch&qid=1556385176&s=home-garden&sr=1-6
Love this little camping mat just on the floor. Not your average air mattress. Light, thin, and insulated. Therm-a-Rest
I got this
You know your wife better than us, internet strangers so obviously go with your instinct (unless you are one of those who gets into trouble often).
I know people are telling you about ditching the air mattress but I've always found that a bit snobby.
I own a couple of different sleeping pads and although they are surprisingly comfortable, they can't beat a high rise air mattress of good quality and the reason is that you're not at floor level.
Of course, to each their own but if your wife isn't sure about tent camping, sleeping on the floor might not help. You become achy faster and the joints don't have much padding.
I don't think you need to go with the infamous "glamping" experience in order to enjoy it but maybe try making it not so different from regular life.
I have had the same Intex dura beam, bed height, built in pump for eight years now and we've used it far more than just for camping.
Intex Dura-Beam Series Elevated Deluxe Airbed with Built-In Electric Pump, Bed Height 18", Queen - Amazon Exclusive https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KLO285Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_n6VyzbG7RKN1P
As far as tent, I would stay away from the tiny dome ones because the whole squatting thing gets annoying.
Other than that, it depends on which other needs you have as far as capacity, weather, etc.
I just have a cheap Cabin style Coleman and I enjoy being able to stand in it and have a separate spot for my kids.
Is she outdoorsy at all? You might want to look into a tent with a screened porch in case you want to hang out and she's not a fan of being out.
Good luck!
Intex brand products are sold at many stores. Here are some links to similar products with reviews on Amazon.
Great idea! You can get a "double thick" air bed for less than $100. Then, you can use it for camping or a pop-up guest bed afterwards.
There was a queen sized air mattress inside of the canopy, yes. ⛺️🛏
You are definitely under reacting!
I think that your "normal meter" is broken. Because nothing about what you described is 'normal' in a healthy environment (family or otherwise).
You are being abused (physically, verbally, mentally, emotionally) & continually manipulated.
THIS IS NOT A HEALTHY FAMILY DYNAMIC.
THIS IS NOT HOW PEOPLE WHO LOVE YOU ACT.
THIS IS NOT OKAY.
THIS IS NOT NORMAL.
If you haven't been documenting this behavior/physical attacks, you need to start now. If you can safely record or take videos (& its legal in your state) do so. Make sure that the recordings/videos are stored in a cloud that is password protected (& not attached to your normal email/phone number). Use a new email account (gmail) & a password that isn't written down anywhere (maybe leave a sealed envelope with the information in a secured spot at your workspace to give to the police if something happens)? There are recommendations (in the sidebar here & on some of the other justno subs) on how to write down what happens in a composition notebook, but please don't store this any place that it might be found by your abusers.
Have you talked to your therapist about the physical abuse & ongoing verbal/physical threats?
Most therapists don't suggest a discussion/rule setting/negotiation of behavior with someone who won't stop an attack or encourages an abuser. They suggest an exit plan - the sooner the better.
No amount of discussion with your Mother is going to change her behavior or help you. She isn't willing to get your brother out of her life or yours. For whatever reason, she is encouraging, provoking, & enabling his behavior. She wants you to stay so that you can continue to be a victim for him (& her, as needed).
You need to stop setting yourself on fire to keep everyone else warm.
YOU DO NOT owe your mother or siblings ANYTHING.
They are adults who are actively choosing to remain in a behavior pattern that is violent & self destructive.
It sounds like there are some serious psychological problems along with a cycle of violence that are way beyond what you can or will ever be able to help with. IT IS NOT YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO FIX THIS.
The physical/verbal abuse between your brother & mother is something that you can not involve yourself with anymore. They don't want to change their behavior & see nothing wrong with it.
They may be your biological family, but they don't want your protection/help/intervention & nothing you do or say will change anything (except further damage you). THEY need to WANT to change (& it doesn't seem like any of them want to do this).
By staying in the home them/this situation, the chance of one of them hurting you or even killing you is extremely high. It might not be entirely deliberate, but violence continues to escalate & they have already shown that they are willing to hurt you.
Is there a way for you to move out now? Not necessarily an apartment (unless you can find a tiny studio), but as a roommate? A room for rent in an apartment or house (ask around if a friend or co-worker has room or knows of someone who might or even via an ad on Craigslist) somewhere locally? You need to get out of that house YESTERDAY.
Moving to a safe location locally for the next 4-5 months until you can move 800+ miles away is a very good idea. If you can move to the new location now, that would be a good idea.
If you can move, do not tell your mother or siblings where you are moving to, block them from your phone (or port your number to google voice & change your actual mobile phone number), forward all of your mail to a PO Box, & cut off all contact with them immediately.
Your biological family is dangerous to you & they only want you around to be a victim for their behavior.
Advise your HR & supervisor at work that your family has been violent towards you in the past & made threats. If your family attempts to show up at your work, the workplace can have them arrested for trespassing.
Talk to your local police department about the threats & previous attacks by your family. They probably won't be able to issue a restraining order unless you have additional proof (video, hospital visits, etc.). This is how you can make sure that the police know the situation & they won't investigate if your Mom attempts to report you missing, etc. They can advise if a "No Contact Order" sent by an attorney would be a good idea (if you want to pursue a restraining order).
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To make your move easily portable & give you very little furniture for your move, here are some suggestions for items that can easily pack into an average size car with your clothes & personal items.
A well made double height queen size airbed/air mattress (typically less than $100, but max $150). Look for the ones with internal reinforcement, as they are more comfortable for long term sleep (& I know people who have replaced their long term mattress with one).
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MZTS6GB/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D3C73GH/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HK3Y6SS/
A thick mattress pad with a feather bed under it, & some cotton/flannel sheets with a blanket or 2, a thick comforter, & a couple of pillows.
Having a thick mattress pad & feather bed (or even another comforter) under the mattress pad will be more comfortable overall & keep a good barrier between the cool air in the bed & your body (so you don't get too cold at night).
TJ Maxx & HomeGoods (or similar) almost always have mattress pads, comforter & sheet sets in their clearance sections. Even at full price, they have all of the items & are almost always less expensive than most stores (including WalMart/Meijer). Occasionally Target will have a sale & their sheets are a decent price. I have bought quite a few sets of 100% cotton high end sheets that have lasted for years at TJ Maxx/HomeGoods. You can sometimes find nice blankets & comforters at Goodwill, Thrift Stores, or garage sales (& they are super cheap!).
A folding camping table & a lamp that can clip onto it become a bedside table.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VVH4JGB/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016U6ZJI0/
An oversized folding chair with a throw blanket becomes a comfy place for you to sit in your bedroom.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JZSWP2S/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P27CTYQ/
All of your clothes can be hung in the closet & items that don't hang (sweaters, socks, underwear) can go into portable shelving with a few drawer inserts.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PHYTVHJ/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PZ6CGL2/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NMTUBF0/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CG4D8WL/
For any storage (like extra shoes, summer clothes, or extra sheets/blankets), you can use soft boxes & put on the upper shelf or stack on the floor of the closet.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YWFY9K4/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PCNGJP8/
If you end up in a studio apartment & need kitchen items, check your local thrift/recycle stores. You can buy individual cups, dishes, silverware, cooking implements, pots & pans - just enough for 1 person instead of whole sets - which you may not need right now.
When you are moving, you can condense all of your soft items (sheets, blankets, pillows, & clothing) down to a much smaller size by using compression vacuum bags. They are also great for longer term storage!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078JHPZ7P/
I've found the Lightspeed Air Mattress to be quite comfortable and sturdy, purchased from Costco for $39.99.
Here it is on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Light-Speed-Tranquilite-2-Person-Air/dp/B01NB196N0/ref=sr_1_1?s=outdoor-recreation&ie=UTF8&qid=1499659798&sr=1-1&keywords=lightspeed+air+mattress
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Camper SV Camping Air Mattress, Large - 25 x 77 Inches https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018APB8P2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_wVuUCbMEWQY95 this pad was amazing!!
When I started to up my camping game, I bought two of these 'self-inflating' pads for me and the lady and was super super happy as they are very very comfortable.
Thermarest LuxuryMap self-inflating air mattress.
Only problem is, they take a while to setup and they don't pack very small. Yes, they do roll up to a nice compact roll, but nothing like the straight air mattresses out there. I picked up one of these NeoAir xlite pads that was similar in size to the others I bought but it packs down to literally the size of a water bottle. Amazing.
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Thermarest NeoAir xlite max SV
'max' means its square, not mummy shaped
'sv' means it has a roll top so inflating/deflating is WAY faster
This is more of a backpacking air mattress in general but to be honest even when not backpacking I love packing light and small. The fact that I can fit an entire sleep system (pick up a nice sleeping bag and inflatable pillow to go with these) in my bag along with a weekend of clothes is pretty amazing to me. Beats the hell out of crashing on someone's floor or couch if you're visiting.
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Onnnnly caveat to the xlite is the 'crinkle factor'. It is a bit noisy and depending on you and your partner it may be annoying. I find that when i'm alone it doesn't bother me at all but if I'm with a partner it can disturb them....this may be more to do with being in a 'camping environment' vs just sleeping at home but whatever...the more you know ;)
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edit: also research the r-factor concerning your note on the cold. An R- value of 3+ is generally plenty, which both of these pads have. The cheapies on amazon are very very low R-value, like 1.x. Not ideal for a lot of conditions.
That's crazy, I did the same thing!
I went camping for about a week last month for the Solar Eclipse in my 2016 Foz. With the front seats all the way forward, I was able to fit my twin-size inflatable bed from Amazon (http://amzn.to/2w5egf6) perfectly. It was incredibly comfy, and panoramic sunroof was a great thing; falling asleep to a giant star-lit sky was a surreal experience since I'm from NYC.
funyoga positions trying to hoist myself in and out of the rear doors.I want to make a solar-heated pressurized water pipe to attach to my roof racks( a la https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dG2HK9JsAjw). Cleaning with body wipes gets tiring real quick.
One tip, if you're camping in a humid area, do NOT leave your windows open! I have door screens that allowed me to roll the windows down without letting the bugs through. However, I woke up to condensation all inside my car, even behind my Starlink screen. Never again, and that's why I started using the AC.
Gotcha. Just my experience with air mattresses:
A real bed is a huge plus but I've found this aerobed is really comfortable and I've got some back/shoulder problems. I've got a 10'x10' tent and it worked great at DT and Coachella. Here's a terrible pic of it at DT.
Having a hot tub to dip my sore feet/legs in is what I miss most when camping. That and the last time we stayed at a house I made carnitas, nom nom
We have this one, similar to your first link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00WL0227G/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It works great, is very comfortable, and for a recent 5 day trip, we didn't need to top off the air in it at all.
We're renting, so even if it was... I'm not sure our landlord would go for it.
That's a good point on visual grossness forgiveness. We were thinking this air mattress: https://www.amazon.com/King-Koil-Luxury-Raised-Mattress/dp/B06XWG7H3S
Intex Deluxe Pillow Rest Rising Comfort Queen
I actually did this when my now-husband and I first moved into an apartment. We spent $40 on something like this. It was acceptable for the short-term, although the back support on it wasn't great and we needed to re-pump the air back in every night because there was a tiny mystery hole somewhere in the damned thing after a month or so.
Looking back, I'd do it again: it was something to tide us over until we saved up some more cash. Aim for getting something better after a few months.
Deluxe inflatible mattress?