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@@CampingGuidance I think I saw the sea to summit comfort light for a few seconds in this video, but I don't think you uploaded a review for that one yet. Got any plans to?
Hi Aaron! Thanks for the reply :) That's actually the Sea to Summit Camp Self-Inflating Mat, not the Comfort Light. I really like it, but unfortunately I won't be posting videos on pads at the moment, I'm focusing on clearing a few tents that I have. So sorry about that, but I do hope to do a review on that in the future :)
I can't comment on the megamat myself, but I own and have used the dreamer double. She briefly touches on needing to align the valves perfectly, but sometimes, no matter what they do, they will just leak. This seems to be a design flaw with the valves and not simple manufacturing error as most of the reviews you'll see online will mention this problem. Every single time I have used it, I have woken up on the ground. It holds full inflate for maybe 4-6 hours. Due to the foam padding inside the mat, it's still more comfortable than a simple foam mat I was using before, but it's definitely a shock considering this mat (which I also got on sale for 40% off) is still two to three times more expensive than simple foam mats. So as I said, I can't comment on the megamat myself but everything I've read about it says it's much better quality than the dreamer, and I'm kicking myself for not just spending the extra money on something that will last
@Syamix Bageris Hi there, thank you so much for sharing! Could I ask whether you got the newer version of the REI with the screw on caps? I'm so sorry to hear that you didn't have a good experience with the REI. Hopefully one day you could upgrade to the Exped, it is a lot better, and I've used it for weeks at a time without ever needing to re-inflate :)
@@CampingGuidance I do have the newer version. It's such a shame too cus the mattress is fairly comfortable when fully inflated, at least compared to other mats I've used (this is my first self inflating mat). It would be perfect for my needs if it just stayed inflated through the night, I wouldn't even mind having to top it off before bed each time! I'm definitely planning to save up for the Exped for next summers camping trips.
@Syamix Bageris Oh man that's really such a pity, I'm really sorry again about your less than ideal experience :( I hope you get the Exped eventually! It's actually more comfortable and plusher than the REI. I'm still using my Exped to this day, while I've totally ditched the REI Dreamer hahaha XD Maybe you could also check out REI Used Gear? They usually will sell used Expeds for quite a significant discount, so hopefully that could help 😊
Love your videos so much! SO THOROUGH! I would love to see a video comparing a couple dupes from Amazon to these pads. My partner and I will be getting the Exped for our car camping set up, but I’m thinking of getting an amazing dupe for a smaller one for just me when car camping with friends. I’m curious what your thoughts on those would be. I really respect your opinions with how much you put things to the test! Keep it up! 🙌🏻💛
Hi Hannah, thank you so much for your kind words, it really means a lot and I appreciate it so much! :) I'm really happy that you found these videos helpful! I hope you and your partner enjoy the Exped as much as I have, and thank you for the idea on comparing some dupes from Amazon! I've never thought of that actually. Unfortunately I don't really have the time to do the testing at the moment, but may I know which one you're looking at? :)
Well, your Exped review had me convinced to purchase that mattress, but now I'm reconsidering if maybe the REI mattress might work better for us. Thank you for another enjoyable and thorough review video.
Hi again Scot! You're most welcome and I'm happy that you enjoyed this review as well! I actually prefer the Exped, but I thought the REI was pretty good too, so you'll have a good mattress no matter what you pick :)
Thank you so much! It means a lot that you like my videos 😊 I’m glad you went with the Exped! I would have picked that too haha. How are you finding it? 😊
@@CampingGuidance Awesome so far. It is not to hard to deflate and is way more comfortable then any air mattress I've used over the years. Have you tried the 7.5 yet? Is that better for smaller people?
That’s great to hear!! I’m really happy that it’s been working out for you. And I know right?! After using air mattresses the Exped was a dream come true 🤣 and I haven’t tried the 7.5 yet! I may get to that next time when updating my videos. But I think it’s quite a bit thinner so it may be a downgrade from the 10, unless you need something a little bit more compact!
@Solo J films Thank you so much for your lovely comment, and for subbing as well! I really appreciate your support, it means a lot 😊 I'm glad you liked the review!
@@CampingGuidance Coming from Australia, I wanted to find something for my wife and I to sleep on comfortably whilst tent camping. After many reviews I was tossing up between the Sea to Summit Ether light XT insulated and Exped MegaMat. One being ultra light, one not. This didn't concern me being a four wheel driver and some extra weight would not be an issue. I heard many people having issues with the noise of the Sea to Summit, so started leaning towards the Exped. Many more reviews later, I was still liking the Exped over the S2S, I watched another video you done that was comparing it against 9 other mats, and it seemed to shine in all categories, noise, comfort, bounce, feel, so along was this video above, I was sold and just purchased 2 Exped MegaMats. Couldn't be happier with my decision. Thank you for confirming everything I thought about it :)
@@jcproductions007 Thank you so much for sharing with me, and I'm really glad that I could help you out with your decision 😊 Since you're not concerned too much about extra weight, I think you definitely made the right choice in getting the Exped MegaMat! It's definitely the most comfy mattress I have so far, and I hope you love it as much as I have 😊 If you have time, I would love to hear your experience with it! 😊
@Wing man Oof yeah that's a huge price increase because of the taxes. I had the same problem when importing my Exped as well, sadly. And yes I totally agree, 350 in the States is such a steal! Thank you so much for your comment, and I hope you enjoy your Exped! 😊
You really underestimate yourself. I watch your videos sometimes just to hear you speak. You do an amazing job in your testing, what you would explain, the full scope of making sure what is good or not. And I have no idea why you a camera shy. Take all that stuff off sometime and just say hello. You have no reason to be afraid.
Aww thank you so much for your kind words! And I really appreciate all your comments on my videos, they mean a lot. I'm glad you're still here! 🥰 I guess it's cos this is my first time on TH-cam, and I don't really know what to expect, plus everyone was telling me before I started that the internet can be a brutal place 😅 I figured the more 'faceless' I was, the better. Now that's silly when I think about it. I've taken the mask off but still haven't gotten over the camera-shyness haha. Maybe one day 😅 But I really appreciate your faith in me 🥰
@nightfall22 Thank you so much! I'm really glad that you liked the review 😊 Oh wow!! I'm really glad to hear that you liked the 15! I sooo wanna get that too but it's so expensive :( The Duo 10 cost me $500 in my local currency, so the 15 will probably be closer to $800 hahaha omg. Maybe one day! Thank you for subbing too! 😊
@@CampingGuidance yeah sis, expensive but so very worth it! Damn, that price conversion 😂😂 must be Canada lol. That’s so expensive… but hell, to be honest with anyone if you have the funds go for the Exped… in the long run you’ll be happier that you did…. I mean you’re car camping, who doesn’t want maximum luxury? Also I have a bad back… paramedic, a drunk crashed into us and left my partner and I for dead. So my back and knees thank me 😂🤣. That and I’m in my mid 40s lol. I will have my comforts!! 🤭
@@nightfall22 I know right?! Soo expensive! Not Canada, but Singapore! Very similar price conversion hahaha 😂 Oh man I'm so sorry about your accident :( I'm really glad that you're better right now and back to camping. Thank God for the Exped! I hope that you'll have many more awesome years with it! 😊
Hi Chloë! Thanks for the suggestion. I'm not planning to review that at the moment, but it is on my list for the future 😊 But from the looks of it, I think it's a lot like the REI dreamer. Almost everything looks exactly the same. I hope this helps! 😊
@@CampingGuidance looks like a lot of the 3-4inch foam self-inflating mattresses are made by this manufacturer and rebranded. Ordered one, hope it’s good.
Hey guys! If you found this comparison review helpful, and you wanna buy either the Exped or Dreamer, please consider supporting this channel by using my affiliate links to Amazon/REI in this comment:
➡ Exped (Amazon): amzn.to/443QEZ3
➡ Exped (REI Co-Op): bit.ly/44pdgCR
➡ REI Dreamer (REI Co-Op): bit.ly/3r33sQx
There is absolutely NO cost to you at all if you buy anything, but it gives me a small commission so that I can continue buying and testing all this camping gear 😊 🙏 Thank you so much! And please ignore the mask in this video! I used to wear it only cos I was camera-shy 😂
Incredibly thorough! Clear, consise, full of pertinent information, great visuals. A+ review! Keep it up!!
Thank you so much Aaron!! I'm really happy that you liked it and found it useful :) Please do let me know if you ever need more info :)
@@CampingGuidance I think I saw the sea to summit comfort light for a few seconds in this video, but I don't think you uploaded a review for that one yet. Got any plans to?
Hi Aaron! Thanks for the reply :) That's actually the Sea to Summit Camp Self-Inflating Mat, not the Comfort Light. I really like it, but unfortunately I won't be posting videos on pads at the moment, I'm focusing on clearing a few tents that I have. So sorry about that, but I do hope to do a review on that in the future :)
I can't comment on the megamat myself, but I own and have used the dreamer double. She briefly touches on needing to align the valves perfectly, but sometimes, no matter what they do, they will just leak. This seems to be a design flaw with the valves and not simple manufacturing error as most of the reviews you'll see online will mention this problem.
Every single time I have used it, I have woken up on the ground. It holds full inflate for maybe 4-6 hours. Due to the foam padding inside the mat, it's still more comfortable than a simple foam mat I was using before, but it's definitely a shock considering this mat (which I also got on sale for 40% off) is still two to three times more expensive than simple foam mats. So as I said, I can't comment on the megamat myself but everything I've read about it says it's much better quality than the dreamer, and I'm kicking myself for not just spending the extra money on something that will last
@Syamix Bageris Hi there, thank you so much for sharing! Could I ask whether you got the newer version of the REI with the screw on caps? I'm so sorry to hear that you didn't have a good experience with the REI. Hopefully one day you could upgrade to the Exped, it is a lot better, and I've used it for weeks at a time without ever needing to re-inflate :)
@@CampingGuidance I do have the newer version. It's such a shame too cus the mattress is fairly comfortable when fully inflated, at least compared to other mats I've used (this is my first self inflating mat). It would be perfect for my needs if it just stayed inflated through the night, I wouldn't even mind having to top it off before bed each time! I'm definitely planning to save up for the Exped for next summers camping trips.
@Syamix Bageris Oh man that's really such a pity, I'm really sorry again about your less than ideal experience :( I hope you get the Exped eventually! It's actually more comfortable and plusher than the REI. I'm still using my Exped to this day, while I've totally ditched the REI Dreamer hahaha XD Maybe you could also check out REI Used Gear? They usually will sell used Expeds for quite a significant discount, so hopefully that could help 😊
Love your videos so much! SO THOROUGH! I would love to see a video comparing a couple dupes from Amazon to these pads. My partner and I will be getting the Exped for our car camping set up, but I’m thinking of getting an amazing dupe for a smaller one for just me when car camping with friends. I’m curious what your thoughts on those would be. I really respect your opinions with how much you put things to the test! Keep it up! 🙌🏻💛
Hi Hannah, thank you so much for your kind words, it really means a lot and I appreciate it so much! :) I'm really happy that you found these videos helpful! I hope you and your partner enjoy the Exped as much as I have, and thank you for the idea on comparing some dupes from Amazon! I've never thought of that actually. Unfortunately I don't really have the time to do the testing at the moment, but may I know which one you're looking at? :)
I love your reviews. Quick and detailed. Keep it up! New sub
Thank you so much Jonny! I'm glad that you love them, and thank you for subbing! I'll keep doing my best for sure :)
Well, your Exped review had me convinced to purchase that mattress, but now I'm reconsidering if maybe the REI mattress might work better for us. Thank you for another enjoyable and thorough review video.
Hi again Scot! You're most welcome and I'm happy that you enjoyed this review as well! I actually prefer the Exped, but I thought the REI was pretty good too, so you'll have a good mattress no matter what you pick :)
I can tell you that the REI is full of holes. Ours was and so were a lot of others from reviews. Guess I'll go with exped afterall
Love your voice and videos, kinda getting into this idea of camping at my older age.
@Ahollywoodjoe video diary series Aww thank you so much! I'm glad that you like the videos 🥰 How are you liking camping? :)
As always, another great video. Was considering these two for a festival, I went with the Exped.
Thank you so much! It means a lot that you like my videos 😊 I’m glad you went with the Exped! I would have picked that too haha. How are you finding it? 😊
@@CampingGuidance Awesome so far. It is not to hard to deflate and is way more comfortable then any air mattress I've used over the years. Have you tried the 7.5 yet? Is that better for smaller people?
That’s great to hear!! I’m really happy that it’s been working out for you. And I know right?! After using air mattresses the Exped was a dream come true 🤣 and I haven’t tried the 7.5 yet! I may get to that next time when updating my videos. But I think it’s quite a bit thinner so it may be a downgrade from the 10, unless you need something a little bit more compact!
Thank you for such a direct and efficient video! You gotta follow just for this!
Aww thank you so much Vonda! I really appreciate the comment and the follow! 🥰
what a great review, better than most with a million subs. You deserve way more ! I subbed to support you :) look forward to your content
@Solo J films Thank you so much for your lovely comment, and for subbing as well! I really appreciate your support, it means a lot 😊 I'm glad you liked the review!
@@CampingGuidance Coming from Australia, I wanted to find something for my wife and I to sleep on comfortably whilst tent camping. After many reviews I was tossing up between the Sea to Summit Ether light XT insulated and Exped MegaMat. One being ultra light, one not. This didn't concern me being a four wheel driver and some extra weight would not be an issue. I heard many people having issues with the noise of the Sea to Summit, so started leaning towards the Exped.
Many more reviews later, I was still liking the Exped over the S2S, I watched another video you done that was comparing it against 9 other mats, and it seemed to shine in all categories, noise, comfort, bounce, feel, so along was this video above, I was sold and just purchased 2 Exped MegaMats. Couldn't be happier with my decision.
Thank you for confirming everything I thought about it :)
@@jcproductions007 Thank you so much for sharing with me, and I'm really glad that I could help you out with your decision 😊 Since you're not concerned too much about extra weight, I think you definitely made the right choice in getting the Exped MegaMat! It's definitely the most comfy mattress I have so far, and I hope you love it as much as I have 😊 If you have time, I would love to hear your experience with it! 😊
I just paid 600$ with tax for the Exped here in Canada, so 350 in the states is such a steal, I would buy 2 at that price
@Wing man Oof yeah that's a huge price increase because of the taxes. I had the same problem when importing my Exped as well, sadly. And yes I totally agree, 350 in the States is such a steal! Thank you so much for your comment, and I hope you enjoy your Exped! 😊
You really underestimate yourself. I watch your videos sometimes just to hear you speak. You do an amazing job in your testing, what you would explain, the full scope of making sure what is good or not. And I have no idea why you a camera shy. Take all that stuff off sometime and just say hello. You have no reason to be afraid.
Aww thank you so much for your kind words! And I really appreciate all your comments on my videos, they mean a lot. I'm glad you're still here! 🥰 I guess it's cos this is my first time on TH-cam, and I don't really know what to expect, plus everyone was telling me before I started that the internet can be a brutal place 😅 I figured the more 'faceless' I was, the better. Now that's silly when I think about it. I've taken the mask off but still haven't gotten over the camera-shyness haha. Maybe one day 😅 But I really appreciate your faith in me 🥰
You are excellent at these reviews!
Thank you so much Kevin, that really means a lot! I'm glad that you like my reviews :)
Thanks! I think I'll go with the Exped with my REI 20% off coupon (this weekend!)
You're welcome Irene! The Exped is a great pick for sure, wish I had got mine for 20% off too hahaha. Hope you enjoy it :)
amazing review! thank you!
Thank you so much Jenelle! I'm happy that you found it useful :)
Great review. Lots of information
Thank you so much Vinny! I'm glad you liked the info :)
nice job reviewing ... can you do one on the exped 15 lxw ? thanks
Thank you so much! Glad that you like the review 😊 I don’t have the Exped 15 at the moment but I definitely do wanna buy it in the future!
Great review, I have the Exped mega mat 15 duo. Love it. That damn thing did cost $500 😂😂 but buy once cry once 😂😅 subbed!
@nightfall22 Thank you so much! I'm really glad that you liked the review 😊 Oh wow!! I'm really glad to hear that you liked the 15! I sooo wanna get that too but it's so expensive :( The Duo 10 cost me $500 in my local currency, so the 15 will probably be closer to $800 hahaha omg. Maybe one day! Thank you for subbing too! 😊
@@CampingGuidance yeah sis, expensive but so very worth it! Damn, that price conversion 😂😂 must be Canada lol. That’s so expensive… but hell, to be honest with anyone if you have the funds go for the Exped… in the long run you’ll be happier that you did…. I mean you’re car camping, who doesn’t want maximum luxury? Also I have a bad back… paramedic, a drunk crashed into us and left my partner and I for dead. So my back and knees thank me 😂🤣. That and I’m in my mid 40s lol. I will have my comforts!! 🤭
@@nightfall22 I know right?! Soo expensive! Not Canada, but Singapore! Very similar price conversion hahaha 😂 Oh man I'm so sorry about your accident :( I'm really glad that you're better right now and back to camping. Thank God for the Exped! I hope that you'll have many more awesome years with it! 😊
Do Exped Duo 10 ever go on sale?
Yes sometimes on REI! You can also use 20% off members coupons too.
great review, thumbs up
Thank you so much Tallulah! I'm glad you liked the review :)
Can you review the stoic double cloud?
Hi Chloë! Thanks for the suggestion. I'm not planning to review that at the moment, but it is on my list for the future 😊 But from the looks of it, I think it's a lot like the REI dreamer. Almost everything looks exactly the same. I hope this helps! 😊
Looks like the REI Dreamer Double is made my Qomotop in China.
Thanks for sharing Anuj! I’ve heard of the Qomotop but never tried it. How do you find it?
@@CampingGuidance looks like a lot of the 3-4inch foam self-inflating mattresses are made by this manufacturer and rebranded.
Ordered one, hope it’s good.
Hmm I see, thanks for sharing Anuj! I'll definitely keep that in mind when I buy more self-inflating mattresses. I hope you enjoy it! :)
I’m having a hard time getting past the fact that you’re outside and alone yet wearing a mask. Like wut