We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Therm-a-Rest Luxury Map Sleeping Pad and summarize the results below:
Universal Ranking
PeakScore: 86 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.4 stars 
Expert Rating: 4 stars 
Number of Ratings Reviewed: 198
Pros & Cons
Reasons to buy:
User Reviews
- Lighter and smaller than some of the competition.
- This pad provides solid insulation, especially in the shoulder seasons, providing ample warmth.
- Holds air well and doesn’t lose warmth when the temperatures get cold.
- Only need about 8-10 breaths, and then the pad is self-inflating.
- High-quality material and construction.
- Easy to inflate and deflate.
- 3″ thickness provides nice support and comfort.
- The foam wrapped around the air cell provides extra comfort.
Expert Reviews
- Pressure mapping technology maps varying densities of foam based on the human body in order to efficiently increase warmth and comfort.
- Two easy twist-nozzles allow for quick inflation and deflation.
- Easy to roll up and fit into a stuff sack.
- R-value of 6.8 provides ample warmth.
Reasons NOT to buy:
User Reviews
- Might be too big and too heavy for backpacking.
- Not completely self-inflating.
Expert Reviews
- Some areas of less-dense foam may mean you sink too low in the pad, causing you to almost touch the ground debris below you.
- The foam cushioning requires some more work to deflate and roll up when compared to the competition.
- Not very small when packed.
Summary:
The Therm-a-Rest Luxury Map Sleeping Pad is a comfortable, warm, easy-to-use, and durable pad, that sets itself apart from the competition due to the strategic placement of the foam, ensuring a comfortable night’s sleep. The bigger size and weight means this pad is not the best choice for backpacking, but for car-camping this option is a great choice, ensuring a supportive and comfortable night’s sleep.
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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web. Some expert reviews include these: 1, 2.