Exped - MegaMat Max 15 Duo

The megamat is expensive and worth every penny!

Megamat Max 15 The other Megamats are also top-of-class, but there are cheaper alternatives from a variety of brands. For an actually-backpackable car camping pad, Thermarest's new NeoLoft looks to be amazing but very expensive

Have a Megamat Max 15, it is without a doubt the most comfortable sleeping mat I’ve ever used and better than many hotel beds I’ve slept on. Also, don’t worry about buying the electric pump, it self inflates and needs a dozen or so pumps from the hand pump to be inflated.

Exped MegaMat Duo 15. You’re losing 8” of width vs a queen bed but it’s the most comfortable sleeping pad you can buy. Alternatively, if you absolutely need the extra 8” buy two MegaMat 15 LXWs and put them together. You’ll have 61” of width.

Exped MegaMat 15 Max. It's like sleeping on a bed at home. Or if you really want to baller out buy a 30" wide cot like the Helinox Cot Max and put the Exped pad on top of it. Then get a down quilt from Hammock Gear, ZenBivy, Enlightened Equipment or Paria Outdoor Products.

Exped MegaMat Duo 15. The Deep sleep is just not thick enough. I also strongly recommend the Exped Mega pump as it makes packing this beast away way easier.

Echoing most people here, Exped! This year we bought the big one for my wife and I (Megamat Max Duo), and two Megamats for the kids. I know you're a back sleeper but the Max is awesome for both side/back sleeping. Spend some time getting the air pressure just right after initial setup, it's worth it. Our max duo takes up a LOT of space in the SUV, but the sleep is worth it. Since you have a trailer, if money isn't an object just go with a real mattress, like a Sealy posturpedic plus hybrid in firm. You're not going to sleep better on something less.

This. If you have the $ go for a Exped MegaMat Duo. Pricey, but SO worth it.

Yes  we invested in one several years ago, and I'll never go back. Pricy, but worth it!!!

I second the Exped...been using one for years and sleep great (mid 50s). Lower to get down to, but it's good for you to get up and down.

We use a Coleman queen cot with an exped megamat duo 15 and a double Teton mammoth 0F sleeping bag. Very comfy and warm but keep in mind they’re all bulky items.

I use the queen size [Exped Megamat Max Duo 15](https://www.exped.com/en/products/sleeping-mats/megamat-max-duo-15?sku=7640445452519) on top of an [SS1 System from Airdown Gear-Up](https://store.airdowngearup.com/collections/frontpage/products/ss1-100-series-platform-drawer-builder). Extremely comfortable and fits perfectly in the back of the LX470.

I don’t think it will fit flat without the platform. Measure between the wheel wells and see. I bought it knowing that I was using a platform.

I’ve used the megamat and even the megamat max and can’t seem to dial in the comfort. It’s either rock hard or a waterbed for me.

I switched from an [Exped Megamat Max](https://www.rei.com/product/244272/exped-megamat-max-sleeping-pad-long-x-wide) to a [Zempire Monstabed](https://www.rei.com/product/241305/zempire-monstabed-single-air-bed). You'd need the space in your tent for the taller bed, but it's incredible for sleeping, and is nice for getting in and out of bed, too. It packs smaller than the Megamat Max, but I'm not sure how ideal it is for backpacking unless good sleep is worth the weight. IMO it is the single best car camping option, though! I'm also a side sleeper and I finally have a place for my hips to go. It has two independent air cavities which I like from a redundancy perspective. The 12" bottom does most of the heavy lifting (I fill it to hard as a board then let air out for a quarter second) then the 4" foam can be separately adjusted for more or less cushion.

Yeah so far I've been comfortable with the build quality! I have the duo/twin version because it's usually me and at least a dog, and it has withstood (trimmed) dog nails with ease. I do make a point of never laying on it with clothing that has zippers, but I do the same with my Exped. The bottom is a much thicker material than the sides and top. It ships with a patch kit which looks perfect for small punctures, but I don't think the patches are enough for a tear. I do use a footprint and my newest tent has a heavy-duty tarp bottom though so I don't know that I've exposed the mat to any real risk.

Megamat Max or Dometic Highrise 15. Like someone else said, you can buy two and place next to each other for maximum width. I purchased a cot from Helinox and still placed a mattress pad on top, but in my opinion, the two mattress I mentioned are much more comfortable.

I also recommend the exped mega mat. After owning the mega mat 10 and duo I bought a mega mat max and have never regretted it. Warm, comfortable, and massive.

We've been doing more car camping and less backpacking as we get older... the last few trips we had one of the really tall air mattresses. I love the height of them, how you can sit on the edge of the bed and put your socks on...and they're actually pretty comfy... BUT. They do lose air over a few days and if you have a super Floppy Spouse like I do, then it's like being on one of those giant water pillow things at the lake when you're sleeping at night. Especially if Floppy Spouse has to pee every thirty minutes at night like mine does. I just got the Exped Megamax 15 based on extensive research. It's spendy but... I'm old. I didn't love going back down to ground level, but I figure with a stand-up tent it's not so bad, and the tradeoff with comfort and not being disturbed by Floppy Spouse was worth it. I got it a few days ago, blew it up at the house and made Floppy Spouse come over and Flop away... it is REALLY comfortable. We will be trying it out this weekend for the first time but initial impression is that it's money well spent.

Go with a thicker EXPED. You bought one of the thinnest car camping mat they make.

I have the megamat and it’s amazing. They have a thicker one too.

As others have said, an exped megamat duo is probably the best option out there but it's pricey. There's a few from other brands that are a similar design (soft top, filled with foam so labeled as self inflating, etc.). Alternatives would be Nemo Roamer, Sea-To-Summit Comfort Deluxe, REI Camp Dreamer, MEC Reactor. The foam filling and soft top make them way more comfortable than the massive intex matresses or the one you have posted even though they are significantly thinner.

I also have 18 Outback. I have Luno, exped and regular 6 inch foam mattress. Don't bother with Luno, it's as bad as any other air mattress. Exped is better but not as good as foam mattress. Im currently using the foam mattress, it's comfortable though bulky.

Lot of good replies here already. If you're car camping, Id recommend a exped megamat duo and two Teton sleeping bags. They make a very good low temp bag, and they're big. Buy a left and right for you and her and they will zip together too! Much better than a mummy or sleeping bag. Warming water bottles by the fire is a game changer too. Stay warm while you sleep. Probably the only thing that really matters when camping in low temps. If you can't warm you'll be miserable. As an aside, blankets under your pad don't do a whole lot because the insulation comes from the air in the blanket. When you lie on top of it you compress the insulation. It's better than nothing, but it's a pretty compromised experience.

\+1 for Exped Megamat Duo. I have two. One LW+ for camping on the ground and one Megamat Auto that fits in my GX460.

Yep!!! We also have the megamat Exped duo and it is legit comfier than my bed at home!

Second this; just got an exped megamat duo for me and the wife. 10/10 comfort; car camping only though.

As someone who has done many a music fest with air mattresses, the megamat duo is far better. It's just a bigger sleeping pad that's super comfortable and has a great r value. Worth the price. Great for two people car camping. I will never go back to air mattresses after getting the megamat duo. Heck, we just flew it with it out to Utah for a camping trip instead of taking our smaller backpacking pads. Definitely worth it.

Exped megamat duo is the only answer. We bought 2 for us and kids (extra wide version for more comfort) and it's the best investment in the sleeping system we've done.

Another for Exped! It’s super comfy. We’ve also used the cutting a 4” foam mattress topper and that worked pretty well, but we definitely could feel the hard surface below.

I would disagree with this. I have a megamat duo xl. 100% more comfortable than any other pad I’ve slept on. My friend just got the knock off version for this years camping season so we shall see if that one is as comfortable as mine. I have scoliosis and hip issues and the duo is the best sleep I get camping outside of a properly hung hammock.

II was answering the question on if the more expensive pads were better. You stated more expensive just equals lighter and I countered your point with not true. More expensive could be more comfortable also. Megamat makes backpacking pads too that are all over this sub as recommended also.

I use the Exped MegaMat Duo with my partner and it gives up a good nights sleep. I'm 55.

My megamat is stupidly comfortable. Another exped vote.

We have the exped Megamat Duo an the BigAgnes King Solomon 20 sleep system and slept fantastic in 28 F-30 F weather in Yosemite. We also wear wool base layers, socks and my husband likes a beanie.

We went to a Exped megamat duo when we gave up the air mattress. Tried it out on the tile floor and we slept great! Only draw back is if one of you doesn’t like “crawling” up off the floor. We ended up getting two cots because my husband was that one. I couldn’t find a single cot wide enough for the entire mat, 53” I believe. We don’t have any issue with them sliding apart. I lay a think comforter on it so as not to damage the Exped. If you’re good without the extra 18-24” a nice queen air mattress may give you this Exped is the way to go. Definitely worth the $$$.

I have an Exped Megamat duo on top of a 2 inch memory foam mattress in my RTT, more comfortable than sleeping at home.

Exped all the way. Used mine to car camp for a week straight (twice)

Megamat duo 10 for the gf & I. Extremely comfortable and blows any air mattress I’ve ever owned out of the water. Just open the port after setting up tent and by bedtime it has naturally inflated on its own. Game changer imo

is this for backpacking or car camping? Exped megamat duo is the best by far, it's queen sized and very supportive. however, it's large and heavy.

Yes but it is a motherfucker to roll back it will never be as small as the packaging. They are always at resupply

ExPED is by far the best I’ve ever slept on. Borrowed once camping in Alaska. Amazing.

I have the duo, it's great! I am a side sleeper and it's the most comfortable one I've tried so far. Pretty easy to set up and pack.

If you’re car camping, I’d def grab the [Exped Megamat Duo.](https://www.rei.com/search?q=megamat+duo)

I love this pad

It’s super easy to roll back up. People who make this complaint are challenged.

I don't think any of them have real memory foam. It doesn't compact as much, etc. I have used Thermarest and REIs. But the best IMHO is the Exped Mega Mat. Not cheap but well worth it since you want non backpacking size.

Exped Mega Mats. I bristled at all the hype about them until I got one. I liked it so much I got one to replace a mattress in the apartment, since it works especially well when my back issues flare up. Cots alone are not that comfortable, and are considerably cold. So most use a mat on top of one much of the time.

If you have an rei near buy you could buy it and simply return it no issues if you don’t like it. But I have one and love it as well

Exped mega mat. Mine is 10cm of orthopedic hedonism.

when I’m at home I like a thin wool pad on the ground, I love an extra firm sleeping surface. the exped mega mat is nice. You can inflate it quite hard. Unfortunately it deflates through the night so it doesn’t stay as firm

We bite the bullet and bought two MegaMats. They have a Duo pad for couples, but we sometimes camp separately.

Been sleeping on an Exped Mega Mat and a cot for 3+ months, and an Exped on top of an overly soft mattress for a year before that. I have lower back issues, and this has been one of the best mattresses I have slept on in years.

I find the cot/Exped combo more comfortable/supportive than the Exped/mattress, so it seems to help in that regard. Possibly just better firmness match for me. I have used the Exped on the floor or in back of a car a handful of times, but didn’t notice a big difference between that or the cot (as far as I remember).

If you want something that’s still somewhat portable and packs down a bit exped mega mats are genuinely great. We went through 3 air mattresses in as many years. Got these and never had a leak in 3 years now and I sleep through the night. If your strictly car camping and don’t mind more bulk I’ve heard the Hest systems are unbelievably comfortable like taking a nice comfy hotel bed camping with you. Good luck!

Fellow Edmontonian here! You can't go wrong with an exped for your sleeping mat. My wife and I are avid backpackers, and have used a double wide exped for numerous years with zero issue. We also share a double sleeping bag from big agnes, but upgraded to a quilt from Enlightened Equipment this year (haven't gotten out yet to test it however). Which trails are you hiking in Jasper and Banff? When during the season are you going? Altitude and time will also have an impact on the warmth rating you choose.

Exped mega mat with the mega pump to inflate and deflate well. Slept without being able to feel the floor. No pain except for some issues from how I slept on the bus lol.

I (64M) love an Exped air mattress or a cot for sleeping. I always used a cot for many years but got talked into an Exped, not cheap, and I have to say it is awesome. It stays firm and fills up in minutes with the supplied pump and takes up minimum space when empty and it is light.

Have you ever spent the night in a crash pad? It's pretty awful... REI will let you lay on pads. If you have one near by, go try the Megamat out. You'll understand.

Own and tried several other sleeping pads, megamat is the best (unless you backpacking)

XPed mega mat makes a solid mattress for cold car camping.

Yes. Air mattresseds suck. The megamat is 10000% worth it's price.

If you aren’t needing to carry it long distances go with the exped megamat. Comfiest sleeping pad you can get.

Expend Megamat is the best. I put it over the EO mattress and it’s like home. Stay away from the iKamper one.

The MegaMat is just a self-inflating mattress. It’s filled with foam, so when you release the compression straps and open the “in” valve, the foam expands which draws in air. Most camping self-inflating mattress are cored out, they have channels or holes cut through the foam to reduce bulk and so they pack down smaller. If you puncture one, it’s not a disaster like an air bed. Your body weight pushes air out but the foam is constantly trying to draw air back in. Any decent camping shop will sell self- inflating mattresses. I have a Zempire one.

Another vote for Megamat. Wife and I share the biggest one they make and we're both more than happy with it.

We bought the Exped air mattress that really fits well in the back and made our own mosquito net window covers. Love it!

I also love my megamat! It's more comfortable than my bed.

I have limited experience since we only started camping last year but I cannot recommend enough the Exped Megamat camping mattress. We used the Exped Megamat Auto mattress since we were sleeping in the car and it’s got the tapered sides for the wheel arches but the normal Megamat would be ideal for your situation. Great for side and back sleeping. It can be super firm or you can let out some air and adjust it to your preference. Definitely worth considering if funds allow 👍 Will be taking our dog on a car camping road trip this year so will soon find out how dog proof they are! We’ve got a couple videos showing the mattress set up and in use. Edit - don’t listen to me, others have provided much better solutions 🫡

Just splurged on a megamat for car/tent camping and had the best sleep in a long time while camping.

Might still be worthwhile for grip but realistically, putting an 1/8" pad underneath you air mattress will not protect it from anything that would otherwise cause a puncture. Anything sharp enough to actually puncture an air mattress (sharp rock points, stick ends/etc) will poke right through that 1/8" foam without any trouble. This has happened to me once in \~50 Sierra nights from a small sharp rock end stick out that was embedded into the ground (impossible to see beforehand), it went right through both my tyvek groundsheet and DCF tent floor. I think the only true ground protection would be a thicker CCF like z-lite or megamat (which is what I use now), and I also prefer this since they double as camp sit pad/yoga mat/nap mat/etc.