We compared two portable folding camping stools: the EVER ADVANCED Folding Tripod Stool and the WedDecor Telescopic Folding Stool.
What we looked at
Design, seat height, weight limit, packed size, and price.
The verdict
If you want a steel-legged tripod stool that folds long and slim and holds up to 102kg, the EVER ADVANCED is the pick at £17.99. If you would rather save £5.00 on a telescopic plastic stool that collapses flat and is rated to 200kg, the WedDecor is the alternative, at £12.99.
A £17.99 steel-legged tripod stool, 48cm tall and 0.95kg.
A £12.99 telescopic plastic stool with a carry strap and 200kg load.
EVER ADVANCED Folding Stool Tripod, Tall 53cm, Up to 102kg (Black) — Tripod Stool
Intended for: Marketed as a lightweight tripod folding stool with high strength steel legs, set-up dimensions of 38.9 x 38.9 x 48.3cm, a folded size of 69.9 x 10.2 x 10.2cm, a weight of 0.95kg and a 102kg capacity, with a strap for folding. Carries 4.6 stars from 1.2K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Steel legs and a stated 102kg capacity
- 0.95kg weight
- Higher star rating than the WedDecor (4.6 vs 4.5)
- Fold-up strap for carrying
Worth knowing
- Costs £5.00 more than the WedDecor on these listings
- Folds long, at about 70cm, rather than flat
Best for
- Buyers who want a tripod stool for fishing or hiking
- Anyone who wants steel legs
- Those who want the higher rating
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants a stool that collapses flat
WedDecor Telescopic Folding Stool, Retractable Seat, 440lbs (Black) — Telescopic Pick
Intended for: Marketed as a collapsible telescopic plastic stool with an adjustable height, a snap-joint design that unfolds in seconds and locks, a load capacity of 200kg (440lbs) and a carry strap, for camping, hiking, garden and BBQ use. The listing says it comes in several colours. Carries 4.5 stars from 714 ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the EVER ADVANCED on these listings, at £12.99
- Telescopic and adjustable height
- Stated 200kg capacity
- Carry strap included
Worth knowing
- Plastic build rather than steel legs
- Smaller review history (714 vs 1.2K ratings)
Best for
- Buyers who want a stool that collapses small
- Anyone who wants a higher stated load
- Those who want the lower price
Not ideal for
- Buyers who prefer a tripod design
- Anyone who wants steel legs
