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Coleman Air Mattresses → Review & Ratings Based on Data From 758 Actual Owners
Updated January 12, 2012
What You Need To Know
Owner Satisfaction: Coleman air mattresses overall have 80% owner satisfaction.
Pros: Above-average owner satisfaction; limited reports of off gassing / initial odor; price.
Cons: Questionable durability / longevity; air pump often sold separately.
Price: $20-$100 depending on size and model.
What Is It?: Coleman air mattresses are made of pvc vinyl and often feature a suede sleep surface. Air pumps for most models are sold separately. Coleman air mattresses are designed mainly for temporary or occasional use, including camping.
Competition: Intex, Aerobed and other low-priced mattresses. See how Coleman compares to other beds in the air beds (for temporary use) reviews – summary and the mattress price comparison.
Coleman Air Mattress Ratings: Overall
The following chart rates Coleman air mattresses overall as a group. Ratings are based on over 700 consumer reviews of Coleman mattresses, including the various Quickbed models. The data was gathered using an unbiased, accurate methodology.
| Owner satisfaction | B | Coleman air mattresses have 80% owner satisfaction which is the highest rating among temporary-use air bed brands. |
| Comfort | B | At least 50% of owners describe comfort as good or better. About 30% describe it as fair. The rest say the bed is uncomfortable mainly due to an inability to hold air. |
| Durability / longevity | c+ | 15-20% of owners report poor durability / longevity, mainly because of air leaks. While this percent is significant, it is somewhat better than the rate of competitor brands. Coleman owner experience data suggests that when used regularly, the bed has a lifespan of about one year on average. No more than occasional use, 1-4+ years. |
| Price | b | Prices tend to range from $20-$100 depending on size and model. Price often does not include an air pump which can cost an additional $15-$25. |
| No initial odor / off gassing | b- | A significant chemical or plastic-like odor is reported by about 6% of owners. The odor can last for several days or even weeks in some cases and can make sleeping on the bed during this time unpleasant. |
| No noise | b | Less than 3% of owners report a noise problem with their bed. |
| Customer service | C | Consumer opinion of Coleman customer service is mixed. |
| Warranty | c+ | Coleman air mattresses often have a one-year warranty which is similar or better to the warranties of competing air bed brands. |
| Better Business Bureau (BBB) rating | A+ | Coleman has an "A+" rating with the BBB. |
Coleman Air Mattress Ratings: By Model / Size
Below are many of the higher-rated Coleman air bed models. Links go to Amazon.com.
| Coleman Air Bed | Owner Satisfaction | Sample Size | Price | Pump | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Twin
|
80% | 20 | $22 | Not Included | Wrap 'N' Roll storage |
Full-size with pump
|
74% | 80 | $45 | Included | requires four D batteries, not included |
Queen
|
77% | 311 | $25 | Not Included | Wrap 'N' Roll storage |
Queen – Double High
|
75% | 59 | $60 | Not Included | 18 inches tall when inflated. Wrap 'N' Roll storage. |
| 4-in-1 | 84% | 263 | $44 | Not Included | Versatile. Can be two separate twins, king bed, or stacked for Double-high twin. |