Have you ever experienced a frustratingly broken night’s sleep because you had to keep getting up to pump air back into your mysteriously deflating air bed? The good news is that it definitely doesn’t have to be that way. Nowadays you can find sturdy air beds which will resist those unidentified spiky assassins and won’t leak in the twilight hours. In this review I’ll be looking at 4 of the most popular best air beds. Whether you need one for a camping trip or to accommodate extra guests in your home, hopefully you’ll find one that won’t let you down. Comfortable and durable auto-inflating mattress The SoundAsleep Dream Series air bed is my top pick, providing just the right combination of support, comfort and durability. The main plus is that it has a more extensive internal coil system than most other air beds. If you’re sleeping with a partner, it means you’ll both be comfortable without too much dipping in the middle. And not only is it self-inflating, but it’s also one of the best mattresses on the market when it comes to not losing air pressure during the night.
Here are the key points to note: The main downside is that those extra coils do increase the weight, which is something to bear in mind if you’re going to carry it on a camping trip. Overall, the SoundAsleep Dream Series is the best auto-inflating air mattress I’ve tried, earning top marks for quality, comfort and durability. The coils make it surprisingly comfortable to sleep on and it’s a great option for sharing with a partner. The Coleman Double High Support Rest is my recommended air mattress for camping. It takes top honors in the camping air bed category because of its sturdy design that can measure up to the harsh elements. Additionally, it has a reliable manual pump option for when you decide to truly rough it and leave creature comforts like electricity behind you. Here are the main points to consider: The only real downside is that you have to buy the pump separately. Though that does mean you can choose a good one rather than rely on the cheaper one that’s often thrown in for free with air beds.
Overall, the Coleman Double High Support Rest is a great air mattress for a night under the stars enjoying Mother Nature. You can pack it up and carry it easily, and with its sturdy design and easy inflation it’s a favorite of lovers of the great outdoors. An automatic top-up motor to prevent deflation In some ways a clone of the SoundAsleep Dream Series, the Insta-Bed comes with a little perk that not many air mattress can compete with. It takes the concept of auto-inflation to the next level with its ‘never flat pump system’. This is essentially a pressure monitor that continually checks the air inside, and tops it up if there’s a drop in air pressure. Not only does it prevent you from a rude awakening if the bed leaks overnight, but it also provides guarantees that the same pressure level you went to bed with is still there when you wake up the next morning. Here are the key features: My main criticism is that you have to choose one of three set pressure levels, rather than inflating it to the exact level you like.
So what the Insta-Bed delivers in originality and reliability, it loses in its rigid pressure settings. The guarantee of an air mattress not deflating is great, but if you can’t set it to the level you wanted in the first place, it’s a little underwhelming as a perk. It’s a solid choice, but if you’re fussy about the exact level of inflation, this might not be the one for you. The Intex Pillow Rest air bed is probably the best low-cost auto-inflating air mattress. What it lacks in amenities, it makes up for in affordability, height and convenience. Although for me, some of those convenience features actually take away from the mattress’s overall quality. The main downside is that the internal beams aren’t as extensive as the other air beds I’ve looked at, which can cause it to dip in the middle, especially with frequent use. Secondly, the raised pillow is more of a hassle than a convenience. Most people prefer to use a normal pillow even on an air bed, so the additional height may be uncomfortable.
There’s no deactivating the automatic pillow either. The Intex Pillow Rest makes sense if you’re on budget or if you’re only in need of an air mattress once in a while. The auto-inflation is a nice perk and the price is very reasonable. But if you’re a serious camper or going to use it for a long time, I’d probably stick with one of the previous air beds.Camping Air MattressAir Mattress IdeasAir Mattress BedroomCamping SuiteCamping ️Camping StuffGlampingAir Bed IdeasEmergency MoveForwardSleep sound and portable. A flocked air bed lets you sleep comfortably while camping. The difference between an inflatable air mattress and a flocked-top air bed is not substantial -- but the situations in which you use the different air mattresses may be. Both mattresses require inflation before you can use them, via a manually operated foot pump or a powered pump that fills the mattress with air. Price differences vary based on the air bed size, flocking, profile, and whether the mattress comes with a pump and repair kit.
Flocked Air Beds Most flocked beds are meant for use when you're traveling or camping. The mattress typically has a bottom made of a thick or extra durable vinyl for exterior conditions, such as on the ground or inside a tent. The mattress top is made of a special flocked velvet-like coating that eliminates the need for sheets, though most people use this air bed with sleeping bags anyway. It's always a good idea to set a tarp on the ground to place the bed upon, to prevent punctures from sharp rocks or twigs. Inflatable Air Mattress Not much different from a flocked air bed, an inflatable air mattress is primarily designed for indoor use. While it can include a flocked top, depending on the model you buy, an air mattress for indoor use usually is sized so standard sheets fit the mattress, making the flocked top unnecessary. It also typically does not contain a thicker vinyl on the bottom, as it is designed to sit directly on the floor. These beds may be taller than many flocked air mattresses, to simulate the height of a real bed, but it depends on the model.
Manufacturing Differences Because flock air beds and inflatable mattresses come from a variety of manufacturers, the ways the beds are made also differ by manufacturer. Both of these inflatable mattresses may contain long tubular chambers or could use patented vinyl coils inside the mattress. Some flock air beds are a single mattress layer thick or low profile, as are many inflatable mattresses, while others have two layers, which makes the mattress sit higher off the ground. Built-In Pumps Some of these air mattresses, with or without flocked tops, come with built-in pumps. These pumps need a power source, usually standard household electricity. But the beds made for traveling or camping usually have a pump that runs off 12-volt power. For inflatable mattresses meant for use indoors, some of the built-in pump beds also have a comfort level setting to adjust the firmness of the mattress. Some beds also have a built-in pillow or raised head so you don't have to bring pillows along. References YouTube: Velvet Flocked Queen Size Intex Air Bed Photo Credits David De Lossy/Digital Vision/Getty Images Suggest a Correction