We compared two popular packable camping hammocks: the ENO DoubleNest and the Wise Owl Outfitters Camping Hammock.
What we looked at
Stated weight capacity, packed weight and size, material, what is included, and price.
The verdict
If you want the lighter pack at a stated 19oz, made from 70D nylon taffeta supporting up to 400 pounds, with carabiners and line included, the ENO DoubleNest is the lightweight pick, at £67.12. If you would rather pay £30.94 less for a hammock stated to hold up to 500lbs (single) with 9ft tree straps, 5 loops and 2 carabiners included, the Wise Owl Outfitters is the value option, at £36.18, at a stated 24oz.
A £67.12 hammock stated to weigh 19oz and support up to 400 pounds, straps not included.
A £36.18 hammock with straps and carabiners included, stated to hold up to 500lbs in the double size.
ENO, Eagles Nest Outfitters DoubleNest Lightweight Camping Hammock, 1 to 2 Person — Lightest Pack
Intended for: Marketed as a lightweight, durable 1 to 2 person hammock weighing a stated 19oz, made from 70D High Tenacity Nylon Taffeta supporting up to 400 pounds, packing down to 5 x 5 inches with an attached storage bag, including aluminium wiregate carabiners and nautical-grade line with stainless-steel snap links; hammock straps are not included.
What we liked
- Stated to weigh only 19oz and pack down to 5 x 5 inches, per the listing
- 70D High Tenacity Nylon Taffeta, breathable and quick drying
- Supports up to 400 pounds, per the listing
- Includes aluminium wiregate carabiners and nautical-grade line
- Well-known ENO brand for backpacking hammocks
Worth knowing
- Costs £30.94 more than the Wise Owl Outfitters on these listings
- Hammock straps are not included, per the listing
Best for
- Backpackers who count every ounce
- Anyone who already owns tree straps
- Solo or two-person lounging and camping
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants straps included in the box
- Budget-conscious buyers
Wise Owl Outfitters Camping Hammock - Single or Double Sized, with Storage Bag — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a packable indoor and outdoor hammock weighing a stated 24oz, made from premium 210T parachute nylon supporting up to 400lbs (single) or 500lbs (double), including 9ft tree straps, 5 loops and 2 carabiners, and set up in about 60 seconds, per the listing.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the ENO DoubleNest on these listings, at £36.18
- Includes 9ft tree straps, 5 loops and 2 carabiners in the box
- Stated to hold up to 500lbs in the double size, per the listing
- Set-up in about 60 seconds, per the listing
- 210T parachute nylon reinforced with thread-lock stitching
Worth knowing
- Slightly heavier stated pack weight than the ENO (24oz against 19oz)
- Less iconic brand recognition among some backpackers than ENO
Best for
- Buyers who want straps included in the box
- Anyone who wants the lower price
- Two-person use with the higher stated 500lbs double capacity
Not ideal for
- Ultralight backpackers counting every ounce
- Anyone who specifically wants the ENO brand
