Exped Megamat Duo 10 Sleeping Pad

We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Exped Megamat Duo 10 Sleeping Pad and summarize the results below:

Universal Ranking

PeakScore: 91 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.6 stars 
Expert Rating: 4.4 stars

Number of Ratings Reviewed: 316

Pros & Cons

Reasons to buy:

User Reviews

  • Very comfortable.
  • Not as noisy due to being comprised of foam.
  • Plenty of room for two people.
  • Shoulder strap for easy transport.
  • The two valves aid in the inflation and deflation process.

Expert Reviews

  • Ample cushioning.
  • High-quality and durable materials.
  • R-value of 9.5 is at the high end of the spectrum and measures how well the material impedes cold transfer.
  • Includes a carrying sack, which is simple to use.
  • 3.9 inches thick for extra cushioning.
  • The foam evens out the cushioning under your body.
  • The inflate valve system features a rubber flap to prevent air escaping.
  • The face fabric is soft.

Reasons NOT to buy:

User Reviews

  • Takes a while to inflate and deflate.
  • The bag for transporting isn’t waterproof.
  • The self-inflation takes 1-2 hours.
  • Deflation requires some more effort than most would like.
  • Takes up a lot of space when storing.

Expert Reviews

  • Expensive and heavy.
  • Doesn’t separate into two mattresses.
  • Can’t be broken into parts.

Summary:

The Exped Megamat Duo 10 Sleeping Pad is a warm and comfortable car-camping mattress. Its thick and durable construction make this sleeping pad ideal for car camping when weight and packability isn’t a consideration. Roll out this mattress well before bedtime, in order to give the self-inflating mechanism plenty of time to fill with air, and you’ll enjoy a warm and comfortable night’s sleep.

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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web, including here: 1, 2, 3, 4.