In this Helinox Camp Chair review you can read about a very lightweight 2.9 lb (1.3 kg) collapsible and nicely packable camping chair built from the best materials.
Key features & benefits
- Fully collapsible.
- Small packed size.
- Easy setup.
- Very lightweight.
- Great capacity.
What type of chair is this
Helinox has many chairs on the market so it is easy to get confused in particular because of their very similar names. So do not mix this chair with their Chair One, Chair Zero, or Rocking Chair Two presented in my other texts. They are all different.
But these all are collapsible chairs, and the same holds for this Camp Chair. This implies assembly which is easily done in seconds, the frame is all one single shock-corded piece which includes several tubes. It is built in several colors which you can see in the pictures.
Who is it for
Capacity-wise, the chair is strong enough to support the weight of up to 319 lb (145 kg). So this is remarkable and good enough for most of the people. But if you are very heavy, check this Alps Mountaineering King Kong chair.
Weight-wise, with its 2.9 lb (1315 g), the chair is light enough to be carried attached to the pack, but perhaps only for some shorter walks. If you need something for backpacking, better check some of these ultralight chairs.
So this is a camping tool, and you can transport it in various ways, in the car, on a bicycle and a motorbike. Its packed size is quite good, in the carry bag it is around 19.7 x 5.5 x 4.5 inches (50 x 14 x 11.5 cm). If you are camping or going to a music festival, or fishing, this is the tool to have with you.
Materials & construction
All the materials used in the construction are the top quality. The frame is TH72M aluminum alloy by DAC. The TH72M as the strongest and the lightest, and also the most durable alloy ever made. It is exclusively used by DAC and Helinox.
The DAC is the leading manufacturer for tents poles, and the frame here is the same by nature. So the sections are shock-corded and you cannot lose any piece. Due to this you can set it up even in the darkness. The poles are permanently attached to the hub elements shown in the picture below.
The fabric is very durable 600D polyester with mesh sections on the back and on the sides for a better breathability.
The rubber caps on the legs are great for a hard surface, but such a legs structure is not great for sand and for a soft ground. Note however that they have built the Helinox Ground Sheet (shown in the picture below) that can be used for such soft surfaces. You simply attach it to the legs and the net will prevent sinking.
Note that the instructions are printed on the seat. The back goes roughly to the height of your shoulders so you have a good back support and can lean back comfortably.
It comes with a nice stuff sack which is shown in the picture above. It has loops to attach it to the pack.
The price & rating
The daily updated Amazon price for this chair is given in the link. As you realize, this is a high-end product.
The reports by users are very positive in many sites. As of the moment of writing this text, on Amazon, the chair has scored an impressive average rating. See how I rate it:
My rating breakdown of the Helinox Camp Chair
Product Name: Helinox Camp Chair
Product Description: In this Helinox Camp Chair review you can read about a very lightweight 2.9 lb (1.3 kg) collapsible and nicely packable camping chair built from the best materials.
Brand: Helinox
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Weight - 8.8/10
8.8/10
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Dimensions - 7.7/10
7.7/10
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Packed size - 8/10
8/10
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Capacity - 8/10
8/10
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Comfort & bonuses - 8/10
8/10
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Craftsmanship - 9.7/10
9.7/10
Summary
This is an expensive item and the price affects my overall rating. It is still Very Good:
Pros
- Very good weight.
- Good packed size.
- Very easy to use.
- Great quality.
- Great capacity.
Cons
- Expensive.
User Review
( votes)Specifications
- Type: collapsible camping chair.
- Packed weight: 2.9 lb (1315 g).
- Assembled weight (without the carry bag): 2.7 lb (1225 g).
- Capacity: 319 lb (145 kg).
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 23.2 x 23.6 x 33.1 in (59 x 60 x 84 cm).
- Packed size: 19.7 x 5.5 x 4.5 in (50 x 14 x 11.5 cm).
- Seat height (when it is empty): 14.2 in (36 cm).
- Fabric: 600D polyester.
- Frame: TH72M alloy by DAC.
- Storage sack included.
- Warranty: limited lifetime.
Helinox Camp Chair vs Competitors
Here I give a comparison table with two other chairs built in the same style and in a similar size range, just to have some idea about the parameters. It is lighter than the other two, and it packs better, but its back is shorter. Please follow the links to read more.
Weight,
lb (kg)
Dimensions
(W x D x H), in (cm)
Packed size,
in (cm)
Capacity,
lb (kg)
Frame
Helinox Camp Chair
2.89
(1.3)
23.2 x 23.6 x 33.1 (59 x 60 x 84)
19.7 x 5.5 x 4.5
(50 x 14 x 11.5)
319 (145)
aluminum
Helinox Chair 2 Rocker
4.1
(1.85)
21.7 x 25.6 x 34.3 (55 x 65 x 87)
24.4 x 6.5 x 6.5
(62 x 17 x 17)
320 (145)
aluminum
Kelty Linger High Back
3.37
(1.5)
21 x 27.5 x 39 (53 x 70 x 99)
20 x 6.5 x 4
(51 x 17 x 10)
300 (136)
aluminum
Final thoughts
In the summary of this Helinox Camp Chair review, I would stress again the lightweight and quality materials used in the construction of this chair. This is a reliable brand and a nice product but it comes at a price. I am sure it is worth the investment.
I have included it in my list of the best collapsible camping chairs. You might want to compare it with the Helinox Sunset Camping Chair which is a taller model.
Thank you for reading. If you still need something different, please check in the category Camping Chairs here in the site, you will find a variety of models. Check this MARCHWAY Lightweight Folding High Back Camping Chair with headrest. If you need something for backpacking, check this Moon Lence Compact Chair.
Note also that there are several cots from this brand presented here in the site, check this Helinox Cot Max, Helinox Cot One V2, and also this Helinox Cot Lite which is the same weight as the chair.
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