This pad packs down small and has a pump sack that it fits perfectly into. With the pump sack is weighs 15.8 oz. It’s not a pad that I would not want to leave the pump sack behind. I’ve never tried airing it up without it because it’s so easy to use. It’s simple to snap the pump sack to the valve and it stays on until the pad is fully inflated. It has an air locking system that keep air from seeping out when you get done airing it up. Once this pad is inflated it stays inflated. When you want to deflate it, you pull the plug out and it deflates immediately.
The pad is fairly thin, 2 inches, which doesn’t seem like a big differenced from the 2.5 inches with the NEOAir, but it is. I think since I’m a side sleeper not having that .5” makes a big difference.
This pad is shorter than the NEOAir by about 6” and about 1” wider. However I do have the women’s regular version, the women’s large is 6” longer and 3.5” wider.
The biggest downside to this pad is how loud it is. I have had multiple camping friends tell me to stop moving around because it bothers them. The thinness and loudness are what encouraged me to get the NEOAir.
I haven’t had issues with this pad slipping around.
The R value on this is 3.5, which for most is good for cool weather, which is subjective. I used it in 30-degree weather with a 30-degree bag and I was incredibly cold, however I do sleep cold. I used it during the summer in 90-degree weather and it was perfect. I think for me this is a good 50+ degree temperature pad.
Pros: It packs down small, it’s light and inflates quickly without having to use your breath.
Cons: It is very loud, doesn’t keep me warm enough in 30-degree weather, not the best for side sleepers, and slightly mummy shaped.
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