Best Sleeping Mats for Camping: 2025 Review

10. Quest Outdoors Dreamer 55 and 65

New to the rank are the Dreamer 55 and 65 Self Inflating mats by Quest Outdoors! Offering a generous 7.5cm thick and an R-value of 9.7 and 10.2 respectively, these mats offer year-round respite at the campsite. A soft, noiseless stretch surface fabric and durable base material together deliver robust comfort, while a high-flow rate valve offers seamless inflation and deflation for a sleep getup with a fast setup! Plus, repair patches and Velcro straps offer a means of fixing tears, rips, and ruptures off the grid.

Compactly stored in a rolltop dry bag-style carry bag – the Dreamers are the ultimate doze decks for alfresco weekends away!

9. Darche KOZI Series

Darche’s KOZI Series is almost four years old, and their range of self-inflating Mattresses is already meeting the demand of first timers across the country! Once a ‘what to watch’ product, these mattresses have managed to make it into the top 10 for three years running!

There’s a sizing option to suit every car camper, with a King Single, a Double, and a Queen. These mats are 10cm thick and a great mat at an affordable price. With a peached polyester top for a soft, fuzzy feel, the Oxford polyester base boasts added durability while its 3D-bonded construction maximises the sleeping area for an even resting surface. Plus, horizontally cross-cored, open-cell PU foam enables a quick inflation and deflation; antibacterial-treated too.

8. Darche Supreme Snoozer: 900, 1100, and 1400

Roll in, roll out, and roll up the Darche Supreme Snoozers, available in sizes 900, 1100, and 1400.

For a quicksticks setup and even faster pack down, a fast-flip valve offers one-way inflation and deflation for efficiency, while its foam is horizontally cross-cored to allow for a smaller packed size and a large roll-top storage bag makes for compact packing. Boasting a 3D construction to maximise the sleeping area, a TPU laminated shell is both resistant to water and limits the moisture drawn from the foam. At 10cm thick when fully inflated, its soft-to-touch knitted surface and open cell, high-density foam work together to offer warmth, comfort, and support too.

From sleeping through the sunrise to coffees on the edge of the camp mat – the Darche Supreme Snoozer Mattresses are designed for campsite ease and efficiency only dreamed about!

7. Zempire Bomberpad 3D and Twin Bomber 3D

These pads are for the dreamers beyond the ‘burbs! Featuring a wave-contoured 3D design and an impressive R-Value of 8.6 and 6.5 respectively, these self-inflating mattresses create a robust barrier between you and solid ground for sublime slumbers after long days of adventuring. Their soft, peached, no-noise surface ensures discrete, hushed repositioning without disturbing other campers at night, while the bonded 75D TPU base stands up to the rough and tumble of outdoor living. For swift setup at sundown, the open-cell foam and 360° valve with three position settings means inflation and deflation are a breeze – so you can spend less time setting up and more time winding down.

From the backyard to the backcountry, the Bomberpad and Twin Bomber are the robust but plush solutions to comfortable outdoor slumbers!

6. BlackWolf HexaTherm 3D

Albeit once in fourth place, the HexaTherm 3D from BlackWolf nonetheless remains a solid choice for outside respite – available in a Single and Queen.

Breaking down the specs, there’s not too much of a difference between these mats and the old favourite, Mega Deluxe. This sleeping solution boasts a clever 3D hexagonal core that delivers superior insulation and body-cradling support, with a luxurious soft-touch 30D stretch fabrics on the surface and sides for a cozy sleeping surface that rivals your bedroom mattress. The robust TPU-laminated 75D polyester fabric base stands up to rugged campsite conditions, while high-volume valves ensure quick inflation and deflation for minimal setup time. Despite its generous proportions when inflated, the small packdown design compresses to a surprisingly compact size, leaving precious pack space for other essentials.

We regard them to be among the best self-inflating mats, and won’t be at all surprised if they continue to work their way up the list.

5. OZtrail 3D Fatmat 750 and 1500

The 3D Fatmat 750 and 1500 by OZtrail lives up to its name, delivering a fat stack of comfort for those sweet slumbers off the grid!

Boasting a class-leading 15cm thick memory foam fill, these mats cradle you in body-hugging bliss while mediating the rough terrain beneath. Its 3D high-density, open-cell memory foam maximises both warmth and comfort, while the luxurious 30D pongee top and sides coupled with a 75D pongee base offer a plush feel with unmatched stability. From setup to pack down, the Fatmats feature self-inflation and a 360° wide-open twist valve that requires a single turn. Perfect for stretchers, jumbo swags, and tents, or even as a backup bed for those impromptu home sleepovers. Plus, when it’s time to hit the road, these mats compress down with included hook and loop crank straps, as well as compression straps on the carry bag for a compact, travel-ready package.

4. Sea to Summit Camp Mat SI

The Camp Mat SI by Sea to Summit doesn’t reinvent the wheel – it rolls out a refined take on campsite comfort! Boasting a robust 75D polyester exterior that stands up to the rough and tumble of outdoor living, this mat protects its clever PU foam core featuring Delta Core-V™ technology. Such an innovative design delivers variable core sizes that provide more warmth where your body needs it and less where it doesn’t, keeping both weight and bulk to a minimum – without sacrificing comfort. The multi-functional, high-flow valve allows for easy inflation, swift deflation, and precise pressure fine-tuning too, so you can customize your comfort level from plush to firm.

From backyard camps to backcountry expeditions, the Sea to Summit Camp Mat SI is the durable all-rounder for elevated sleep.

3. Sea to Summit Camp Plus SI

Standing tall at 7.5cm thick, this entry-level upgrade to the original Camp Mat SI keeps your hips from hitting the hard ground while delivering an impressive 4.3 R-value (ASTM F3340-18) for year-round insulation. Its abrasion-resistant 75D polyester surface with laminated TPU stands up to the rough and tumble of outdoor life, while the multi-functional, high flow-rate, reversible valve makes for easy, breezy inflation. Inside, horizontal delta coring reduces both bulk and weight without compromising on comfort or robustness – offering a sleeping solution that’s as backpack-friendly as it is body-friendly! Plus, an innovative PillowLock™ system keeps your separately available Sea to Summit pillow firmly in place.

From swag upgrades to tent-based adventures, the Sea to Summit Camp Plus SI Mat delivers sublime slumber – with a self-adhesive puncture repair kit included too, so you can literally rest assured!

2. Sea to Summit Comfort Plus Self-Inflating

Climbing to an impressive eight centimetres in height, this mat delivers cloud-like comfort while keeping you grounded thanks to a laminated TPU anti-slip print on its base. The innovative PU foam engineered with Delta Core Technology reduces both weight and bulk without compromising support, ensuring consistent warmth along the full length of the mat. Its soft-touch stretch upper fabric cradles you in comfort, while diagonal supporting foam walls allow for compact rolling when it’s time to hit the trail. Plus, a multi-functional valve ensures effortless inflation at sundown and swift deflation at daybreak!

1. Zempire Monstamats and Monstabeds

At number 1 this year, the Monstamats and Monstabeds by Zempire deliver mammoth comfort for those wild escapades under open skies!

Towering at 10cm thick, the Monstamat transforms rocky grounds into cloud-like bedding, featuring 30D Super Stretch Ripstop fabric on top for a soft, comfortable feel and a hardy 75D Poly Pongee base to stand up to the rough and tumble of outdoor living. Its smart 3D construction with cross-cored, anti-bacterial foam prevents moisture buildup, so your sleeping space remains fresh and clean – trip after trip. The fully bonded design also eliminates cold spots, preventing your hips from sinking through to meet the chilly tent floor. Overall, the Zempire Monstamat ensures quality rest, conveniently packed into its own carry bag with an included strap.

Meanwhile, the Zempire Monstabed turns rugged terrain into five-star sleeping quarters with its innovative sleeping system – combining the premium Monstamat mattress with a robust inflatable bed base. The revolutionary design eliminates the need for bulky stretchers, while the integrated components all pack neatly into a single, portable carry bag for streamlined transport to your campsite. The patented technology delivers exceptional support throughout the night, ensuring you wake up refreshed. With easy inflation thanks to the separately available compact Monstapump, your deluxe campsite bed will be ready for respite in no time.

From remote bushland to festival grounds, the Zempire Monstabed transforms roughing it into a luxurious slumber experience – creating a home-away-from-home comfort that traditional setups only dream about.