The Chair One is rated to hold up to 320 pounds—more than any other lightweight chair we tested aside from the Moon Lence. That’s because it’s among the most durable and comfortable chairs we’ve tested. It’s large enough to accommodate a wide range of body types, and its steel frame supports up to 325 pounds. Convenient carrying bag makes is easy to keep in the trunk. Made with a steel frame and rated for up to 300 pounds.
Testers consistently ranked this chair as one of the most comfortable models (typically second to the Yeti Trailhead, which costs almost four times as much). The few testers who didn’t like it often preferred the Kijaro Dual Lock XXL Chair, which costs a little bit more but provides a roomier seat. Testers with knee and hip issues reported that when they were getting in and out of this chair, its armrests felt more stable than those of any other model. So they felt comfortable leaning onto the frame for extra support. Several Wirecutter staffers have owned the Coleman chair for years, using it on camping trips, in backyards, and at sporting events.
Capacity XXL Director chair is a bit heavy; it lacks any built-in storage and is only offered in two (bright) colors. If you’re looking for something more subdued, that might be a little off-putting. We don’t regard any of these as outright deal-breakers, and at least where the storage issue is concerned, there’s an easy DIY fix. Suppose you think you may be in a position where you’ll spend several hours in this chair. The seatback has some slightly padded sections that do at least a little something to enhance comfort, and the armrests are nominally padded, too.
Despite the Renetto chair’s weight and bulk, our testers found it simple to set up and adjust. The canopy quickly and easily transforms into a carrying case—just wrap it around the chair and snap it closed with two plastic buckles, and you can carry the whole thing on your back like an oblong backpack. There’s also a mesh pocket behind the backrest, to hold things you don’t need to access quickly.
The wide and deep seat allowed for plenty of shifting around until the perfect position was found and the arm rests gave plenty of support. The chair proved to be comfortable even well into the late evening so an excellent choice for round the campfire. Regarding extras, the Ozark ozark trail canopy Trail XXL Director camping chair has a fold-out side table attached to one of the chair arms. The table is big enough to hold a small plate, which makes camp dining convenient, and a few miscellaneous supplies if and as needed. The Ozark Trail XXL Director Chair is a reasonably comfortable, versatile camp chair, offered by a reliable company. Recommended for anyone up to 500 pounds who is looking for a basic camp chair.