Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
ALPS Mountaineering King Kong comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.7 vs 4.6). The gap is mostly about car camping where comfort beats weight — read the strengths below before deciding.
The King Kong is the best-overall pick — ALPS's heavy-duty chair with massive 800-lb capacity.
The Flexlite is the value packable pick — REI's lightweight packable chair at $60.
Best comfort. Highest capacity. Bulkier.
Cheaper than Helinox. REI return policy. Thinner fabric.
| Spec | ALPS Mountaineering King Kong | REI Co-op Flexlite |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 800 lb | 250 lb |
| Frame | Heavy steel | Aluminum |
| Features | Cup holder + cooler | — |
| Brand | ALPS | REI |
| Packed | — | Small |