Welcome to our definitive, all-inclusive sleeping pad R-Value ranking. Scroll through to see all of our pads listed from highest R-Value to lowest based on their class. (If you happened to arrive here and do not know what sleeping pad R-Value is, it might be good to read this What is R-Value? blog post.)
The “best” sleeping pad is not at the top, and the “worst” sleeping pad is certainly not at the bottom. Rather, the pads with the highest thermal resistance come first and those with the least come at the end of each category. We know that if you are trying to choose a sleeping pad there are a lot of considerations. Trying to compare pads across categories like weight, thickness, material, length, width and R-Value can be mind-numbing. Which is why we have a handy sleeping pad finder to assist you!
Yet, we thought it would be helpful to rank our pads according by their R-value. After all, staying warm at night, or at just the right temperature for your needs, is a core consideration of camping, right? With the new ASTM R-Value standard hitting the industry this year you can finally compare all pads on the same scale of insulation. Meaning you can make more informed decisions regarding warmth when you purchase a sleeping pad.
Fast & Light
For alpinists, ultralight backpackers, and those that need to minimize packed size for their backcountry pursuits.
| Sleeping Pad | R-Value | Weight (oz) | Thickness (in) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NeoAir® XTherm™ |
6.9 | 15 (430 g) |
2.5 (6.4 cm) |
NeoAir® |
NeoAir® XTherm™ MAX |
6.9 | 17 (490 g) |
2.5 (6.4 cm) |
NeoAir® |
Women’s NeoAir® XLite® |
5.4 | 12 (340 g) |
2.5 (6.4 cm) |
NeoAir® |
NeoAir® XLite® |
4.2 | 12 (340 g) |
2.5 (6.4 cm) |
NeoAir® |
Women’s ProLite™ Plus |
3.9 | 22 (640 g) |
1.5 (3.8 cm) |
Self-Inflating |
ProLite™ Apex™ |
3.8 | 22 (630 g) |
2 (5 cm) |
Self-Inflating |
ProLite™ Plus |
3.2 | 23 (650 g) |
1.5 (3.8 cm) |
Self-Inflating |
Women’s ProLite™ |
2.7 | 18 (510 g) |
1 (2.5 cm) |
Self-Inflating |
ProLite™ |
2.4 | 18 (510 g) |
1 (2.5 cm) |
Self-Inflating |
NeoAir® UberLite™ |
2.3 | 8.8 (250 g) |
2.5 (6.4 cm) |
NeoAir® |
Z Lite™ SOL |
2.0 | 14 (410 g) |
0.75 (2 cm) |
Closed Cell Foam |
*Specs are for size Regular
Trek & Travel
For those that don’t compromise on comfort in the backcountry.
| Sleeping Pad | R-Value | Weight (oz) | Thickness (in) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Women’s Trail Lite™ |
4.5 | 25 (710 g) |
1.5 (3.8 cm) |
Self-Inflating |
Trail Pro™ |
4.4 | 29 (820g) |
3 (7.6 cm) |
Self-Inflating |
NeoAir® Topo™ Luxe  |
3.7 | 23 (650 g) |
4 (10 cm) |
NeoAir® |
| Trail Lite™ |
3.2 | 26 (740 g) |
1.5 (3.8 cm) |
Self-Inflating |
Trail Scout™ |
3.1 | 22 (630 g) |
1 (2.5 cm) |
Self-Inflating |
NeoAir® Topo™ |
2.3 | 23 (650 g) |
3 (7.6 cm) |
NeoAir® |
NeoAir® Venture™ |
2.2 | 19 (540 g) |
2 (5 cm) |
NeoAir® |
RidgeRest® SOLite™ |
2.1 | 14 (400 g) |
.625 (1.5 cm) |
Closed-Cell Foam |
RidgeRest® Classic |
2.0 | 14 (400 g) |
.625 (1.5 cm) |
Closed-Cell Foam |
*Specs are for size Regular
Camp & Comfort
For those looking to bring a slice of luxury to their campsite.
| Sleeping Pad | R-Value | Weight (oz) | Thickness (in) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MondoKing™ 3D |
7.0 | 70 (1990 g) |
4 (10 cm) |
Self-Inflating |
LuxuryMap™ |
6.0 | 52 (1480 g) |
3 (7.6 cm) |
Self-Inflating |
BaseCamp™ |
6.0 | 40 (1140 g) |
2 (5 cm) |
Self-Inflating |
NeoAir® Camper™ Duo |
2.5 | 71 (2020 g) |
3 (7.6 cm) |
NeoAir® |
*Specs are for size Regular
