Helinox
Helinox Cot One Convertible
$349.95
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Helinox Cot One Convertible vs Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243)
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243) is cheaper at $249.99. Every spec and price links to its source.
Kamp-Rite
Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243)
$249.99Cheaper
Which is better: the Helinox Cot One Convertible or Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243)?
They split the 2 specs we compare evenly. The Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243) is the cheaper at $249.99.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Helinox Cot One Convertible | Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243) |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $349.95 | $249.99 |
| Brand | Helinox | Kamp-Rite |
| Released | — | — |
| Weight capacity (lb) | 320 | 300 |
| Packed size | 21 x 6 x 5.5 in | 35 x 31 x 6 in |
| Sleeping dimensions | 75 x 26 in | 84 x 28 in |
| Frame material | Aluminum (DAC TH72M alloy) with nylon resin hubs | Heavy-duty powder-coated aluminum |
| Cot weight (lb) | 4.59 | 24 |
| Height off ground (in) | 6.5 | 11 |
| Setup type | Tool-free shock-corded pole/hub frame with lever-lock tensioning; 6-piece assembly, expandable to 15 in off the ground with optional leg extension kit | Tri-fold tent-and-cot hybrid; sets up in minutes, designed for single-person assembly |
Sources — Helinox Cot One Convertible: helinox.com (verified 2026-08-09). Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243): kamprite.com (verified 2026-08-09).
What's the difference between the Helinox Cot One Convertible and Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243)?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (7 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.
- Weight capacity (lb): Helinox Cot One Convertible 320 vs Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243) 300
- Packed size: Helinox Cot One Convertible 21 x 6 x 5.5 in vs Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243) 35 x 31 x 6 in
- Sleeping dimensions: Helinox Cot One Convertible 75 x 26 in vs Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243) 84 x 28 in
- Frame material: Helinox Cot One Convertible Aluminum (DAC TH72M alloy) with nylon resin hubs vs Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243) Heavy-duty powder-coated aluminum
- Cot weight (lb): Helinox Cot One Convertible 4.59 vs Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243) 24
- Height off ground (in): Helinox Cot One Convertible 6.5 vs Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243) 11
- Setup type: Helinox Cot One Convertible Tool-free shock-corded pole/hub frame with lever-lock tensioning; 6-piece assembly, expandable to 15 in off the ground with optional leg extension kit vs Kamp-Rite Original Tent Cot (TC243) Tri-fold tent-and-cot hybrid; sets up in minutes, designed for single-person assembly