Big Agnes

Insulated Q-Core Deluxe

Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Deluxe

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Sentiment score68% positive
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Last updated: Jun 16, 2026

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Reddit IconAcingSpades
10 months ago

I have the Dura 5R Duo and I think it's darn quiet for a pad that still at least somewhat prioritizes packed size and lightness. It's certainly much quieter (and warmer) than my Big Agnes Q Core Deluxe single pad.

7 months ago

People recommending self inflating pads like the MegaMat are off their rocker. Incredibly comfortable, yes. Packs small? Absolutely not. Plus they should be stored unrolled. I find my Exped Dura 5R to be comfortable and it packs very small for a double sized pad (it comes in a single that's even smaller). I have a Big Agnes Boundary Deluxe that's fairly comfortable but doesn't pack as small. If you can go to REI or another camping store they usually have a whole bunch of pads out for you to try for comfort. Keep in mind re-packed size will be ~10% larger than boxed for air pads and ~25%+ larger for self inflating.

Reddit IconCap_Bearer_Max
10 months ago

Big Agnes is what you want: https://www.bigagnes.com/collections/sleeping-pads I have the Q Core Deluxe and love it. Zero issues and best sleep I’ve had camping on the ground. REI carries BA brand.

Reddit Iconcheemio
7 months ago

Pretty much any sleeping pad I looked at had some complaints about leaks. It’s one of those things where people who have no issues usually won’t leave any feedback but a person who gets a leak on the first night would probably say something. I ended up with a Big Agnes boundary deluxe. Not the lightest or most compact but a very good and affordable option. It feels nice and durable too FWIW.

Reddit Icondentx7
29 days ago

Same here and weight , just bought a cot from one tigris and got my big agnes boundry deluxe on it, its now the campmeister, i feel like it could be even better with a foam like mat but i dont want to spent another 300 for just a tiny bit more comfort

Reddit IconHenrikFromDaniel
7 months ago

small is relative when it comes to car camping something like a Big Agnes Boundary Deluxe is going to be about as comfortable as it gets for a pure inflatable and still pack relatively small

Reddit Iconholocynic
11 months ago

Exped has 30 inch foam models, Nemo also has something similar. My wife has the wide Exped Megamat and it is super comfortable. The only issue is that it is quite bulky. I have an extra wide (30 inch) isolated air mattress from Big Agnes (the Boundary Deluxe), it is fine and a lot more compact. But it is a little more noisy and doesn't isolate as well.

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