This is a behemoth with limited uses - Snow Peak High Tension Cot

This is comfortable, more so than the other camping cots that I have. It's sturdily built and deployment is not as complex as my other cots. I like the straightforward deployment & collapse process. Build quality and comfort earns this product 5 stars. However, its simplistic design is also a drawback since it doesn't fold down very much in its collapsed configuration. It's large...about 3.5 feet long when folded up. That's almost FOUR FEET LONG! The sturdy design also increases weight, so this cot is a behemoth in the world of camping gear. When put into its storage bag for transport, it's larger than my Kodiak 2p canvas tent and is close to the size of my Kodiak 4p canvas tent. The inconvenient large size and heavy weight earn it a demerit of -2 stars, aggregating to a final 3 stars.

I recommend this if you have a large SUV to lug fancy Snow Peak gear to/fro the camp site. Otherwise, I recommend almost any other cot from other manufacturers PLUS a plush self-inflating sleeping pad. The size/weight/comfort/cost of a cheaper cot + plush sleep pad may be a better alternative for most folks. If you have money to burn and need burly furniture while camping, then go with this.