ATEPA Heavy Duty Lightweight Folding Camping Cot Bed, Height Adjustable Foldable Portable Sleeping Cot for Adult, Patio, Beach, Hiking, Camping, Travel, Office Nap, Outdoor, Indoor, Support 330lbs

For some time I’ve been eyeballing the Helinox cot that bears striking resemblance to this one. I want it, but the near $400 price tag for cot and accessory legs is a real nonstarter. Then I saw the ATEPA. I read the other reviews which sound pretty confident in the quality they’ve experienced. When I saw its price drop during a Black Friday sale below $100, I figured it was worth a try. It’s much easier to set up than a similar cot from Alps Mountaineering because of the locking lever handles. I’m not as slim as I once was, so I carefully lowered my 220 lb self onto it. There were creaks and pops, but once it settled, things were fine. I camped with my son’s scout unit using this for the first time and find myself satisfied. In a backpacking tent this fit well without the leg extensions. I’m worried that constant use might damage the tent floor so I’ll work on a way to pad the feet. It’s very comfortable. No concerns there. The aluminum structure feels adequate and well made. The fabric seems well made and well sewed. The levers look like they might be the source of anguish if improper use causes a bend or damage, so I’m cautious when engaging and disengaging them. The weight of the main structure and fabric is light enough to justify backpacking short distances with it, leaving the legs home, but I’m not sure I’d do any real mileage with it without sacrificing something else. For the usage I envision with scouts and walk in sites, this will be perfect. The sleeping bag and pad I use are stored and carried in a duffel big enough to include the cot. If you want a Helinox and can spend that, go for it. But if spending a quarter of that for a knockoff sounds better for you, try it. This cot costs less than most hotel rooms for a night, and this should indeed last longer than one night. So far so good. I’ll update this review if it fails or I see trouble.Six month update: funny story. I’ve used this multiple times now and slept exceptionally well. One night, however, I had a little incident. I somehow slid a little too far toward the head end with the leg extensions installed. I awoke teetering in midair, half slid off the end, but rather than sliding all the way off, I was lodged against the tent wall. I was in a precarious, rather unstable situation and struggled to get out. Eventually, the cot collapsed under me and I thought that was the end for my cot: bent legs, broken connectors, distorted rails. After freeing myself from the wreckage, I found that the head-end support had simply popped off under the full force of my weight. I released the lever, repositioned the support and clamped it right back on. There was absolutely no damage and I went right back to sleep. To me, that’s a testament to the durability and quality of workmanship of this cot. Still comfy after all these months.

きしみ音が少なく、組み立てが簡単です。お勧めの製品です。

Before you read, there should be a video with me saying pretty much what you’ll read here.At the time of purchasing this item did not have any reviews,so I knew I was taking a risk,but had good faith due to the Japanese logo(a husky/Akita breed), Japanese writing, and product models (who, by the way, seemed to be making a “cheers” with empty glass bottles).I saw that the cot looked a lot like the Helinox Cot One by Helinox.Helinox sells theirs for about $450.At the time of this review, I’ve used this ATEPA cot as my main bed for about 2weeks.So far, it is very easy to use, very light weight, and overall good quality.I would say ATEPA has produced a cot equally as Helinox for a much lower price.This is a new item and seems to be Japanese designed, Chinese manufactured.The scary/worst reviews were for Chinese made AND manufactured items,though plenty of excellent products are designed and built in China.Japan has high standards for their products, and I feel like it shows with this ATEPA cot.I thought I ordered a white one, but received light grey(this could simply be how my iPad/phone screen shows the colors). I’ve read reviews of worse happening, so I’m grateful for at least having all else being correct for my purchase.The extension legs are optional.I use mine and are easy to un/install and have a tight sturdy feel.The only downsides so far are the tiny pockets that can BARELY even hold a cell phone and the spaces between the side pole and the fabric which may seem comfy for insects.I have not had that issue, but it’s pretty obviously that one may encounter such a challenge.

2年前に購入し数回使用した感想です。以前　使っていたコットは頑丈でしたが　組み立てに力が必要で最後の１か所がはめ込めず　いつもイライラしてました。今回のコットは妻でも一人で組み立てられ、片手でも持ち運び可能でした。頭と足の部分にフレームがないので　小さな子がスベリ落ちたので気を付けないといけませんでも　朝までぐっすり寝られますよ

This is much lighter and less packing density than similar “easy up” style cots. I knew what I was getting. Assembly is not complicated but kind of a pain, especially in small areas. I’m 230 lbs and it holds me just fine and it’s decently comfortable. I still use a blow up air mattress on top. It is also very noisy because of the fabric material and how taught it is. Kinda sounds like a scratchy drum in the middle of the night. So far, it’s working great and beats paying 2x for like a Helios or something similar.