Hey Kevin, have you added one of those small inflators? One less thing to deal with instead of the bags. I’ve been using these and wanted to try the stock ones to maybe cut some time, but they are so bad for side sleepers. Going back to your setup. I will take your advice and only use one when I’m solo.
Honestly I haven't mostly because I'm in the stage where I'm trying to keep things as simple as possible. Currently I just try and open my tent first thing when I get to camp to allow them time to self inflate.
@@RhinoOffroad I hear ya I’m trying to keep things as simple too. I’m going to try to find an inflator that will also deflate then it might be worth the extra effort. I’ll let you know if I find something that works.
Excellent follow-up. I went ahead and purchased the QOMOTOP based on the strength of your first review along with a few others. I just had another vinyl air mattress fail within the year, and I wanted to get off that merry-go-round. I'm hoping the self-inflating mattresses will make more sense for my needs. Thank you for the candid reviews!
I got two Qomotops with my new Camp365 last May. I agree, they are quite comfortable. But in my most recent coast-to-coast trip, camping about a dozen times there and back, I noticed toward the end that both were losing inflation during the night. I mouth-inflated them to my comfort level at the beginning of the night, but by the end they were too soft. So they must have a slow leak somewhere. Any thoughts on how to address this?
Thinking about getting the single to use in the back of my truck. Problem is it's 6 inches too long so I'm wondering if it will bend easily? So basically just scrunch it up at one end.
I've had the QOMOTOP for over a year, and it was definitely one of the best purchases I've made for camping in the iKamper. I sleep so well now, and I never thought I'd ever find the comfort afforded by a camping mattress. I also experienced the slow self-inflation while the mattress is inside the iKamper. It places some pressure on the shell, but not enough to cause any damage. The other thing I suggest is only buying the single large QOMOTOP, and just use the oem pad for the portion that supports the legs. I found that I only need the 4" pad for my head, shoulder, torso, and hips. My legs don't need the extra padding. It'll make the tent setup and breakdown a tad quicker and save you from having to buy the 2nd smaller QOMOTOP pad.
Yeah that's honestly not a bad call on going with just the big one. The only benefit of having both is increased room to keep bedding in the shell, but I could see it both ways. I've definitely noticed the slow inflation myself. It's definitely become a bit of a nuisance. I think I'll do a follow up video soon with my thoughts on it.
Thanks for a great review. I'll definitely will get this setup. As you say, the extra time spent to inflate/deflate is what you otherwise would spend moving bedding up and down from the truck + you get extra free space in the car since you can store more in the tent.
I've been using one for a few months in my sleeping platform really like it. Make sure to have a patch kit. They did send me out a free replacement for my first one which had a leaky valve which I fixed so now I have 2!
@@RhinoOffroad inflate and deflate, used some seam glue on it aswell as a tear my dog made and it's back to normal. Ppl have similar issues with the expeds but I doubt they would be as generous to send a whole new pad out. Big fan of this company
Good stuff. Have not been a fan of a long camp set-up or takedown. But it looks like you are happy with your I-Kamper and mattress set. Keep the adventure going. We are enjoying the content. David and Crystal.
Yeah I totally agree. It's a careful balance to keep the benefits of expediency that comes with a RTT (and all of our camping gear for that matter). Appreciate the feedback and I hope we can't meet up soon! Love your wheeling content.
I’m reading this as I lay on one of two individual ultralight backpacking air mattresses within my I Kamper Skycamp II. I appreciate the follow up to your original review as this upgrade has been on my mind a lot lately!
This mattress is the BEST. I bought it 4/25/21 and use it in my bedroom often. Unfortunately an 6 months after using it in my home it stopped holding air. 😭. When I inflate it, it only holds the air for no more than 20min long. Has anyone else had this problem? Is it possible to get a replacement?
Hey man, not sure if you'll see this or reply but I did have a question/clarification. I ended up purchasing these Mattresses based on your original video after a few trips in the Ikamper, my wife had the same side sleeping issue yours did. We are going on another overlanding trip this coming week and will be using these for the first time (used them in the house, they feel amazing) You said previously that you leave the Mattresses in the Ikamper, do you leave them stored in there 100% of the time or do you take them out and store them after trips? I'd prefer to keep them stored in mine, but I don't want them to get destroyed by the heat if they aren't able to actually stay in there. Figured you'd be able to speak to the durable-ness of them in this regard or clarify if you take them out eventually. Much appreciated!
@@RhinoOffroad Thanks for the response. It somehow caused a big dent in the hard shell of my mini 3.0 (by pushing everything upward when the tent was closed/locked I assume). I used the mattress all last summer without issue, and for some reason it was able to inflate on its own inside of the tent this time. Do you have any idea what could have caused this? Valves were both set to deflate with the caps screwed on
@@RhinoOffroad Let me know if you find anything! Just took a look at mine and it seems that air is getting in even when the valves are set to “deflate” (I can hear air going in slowly). Maybe I didn’t have one of the caps screwed on perfectly and that’s how it inflated? Not sure but going camping tomorrow so hopefully I can get it sorted
Thanks for the two videos reviewing this mattress pad, very well done. I have been looking for an option for the past 2 seasons with the iKamper. I couldn't bring myself to spend the money on the other mattresses out there. The Qomotop seems to be the perfect option, especially after seeing your review, with a good price point. Just ordered the single and double to fit the iKamper. There is a coupon on Amazon for $30 off the single and $40 off the double right now. No brainer for sure! Cant wait to try them out and say good bye to the achy joints from the stock thin underwhelming pad.
I was wondering the same thing. I have the rechargeable pump now and a different mattress. Thinking of going to this one. Did you find and attachment that fits so we don’t have to use the bag method?
Unfortunately not since they're almost 4 inches thick each and you have to stack them when closing. I also haven't had any condensation issues to be honest. I just crack the windows to vent it.
I've seen some put some kind of gym foam mats with holes in them between the aluminum and the mattress to reduce condensation. I got some of those without holes so I'm just gonna drill 1" holes in through them and put under the mattress.
Appreciate the hell out of this video! Swapping to an iKamper soon and I don't want the same issue I had with my last RTT with the thin mattress. My only question for you is does it feel super "air mattressy", like with 4inches of inflation I worry it might feel like one of those old fully inflatable mattresses that have no padding in them you'd get at like Walmart. I've had camping pads for years but they don't inflate much more than like and inch and a half so it's mostly the foam you feel. Like when you move does it really push up the other side a ton or is it more similar to a regular mattress? Does any of that even make sense? I'm not sure, lol.
Definitely makes sense, and doesn't really feel like an air mattress. It has a ton of padding with cells that basically expand as it inflates. Feels way more like a mattress topper
Thanks for the initial review and follow up review. Just used my iKamper 2.0 over the weekend and boy my back is killing me. Just ordered these mattresses. Happy trails!
My Pillow Mattress Topper works the best I’ve tried
Hey Kevin, have you added one of those small inflators? One less thing to deal with instead of the bags. I’ve been using these and wanted to try the stock ones to maybe cut some time, but they are so bad for side sleepers. Going back to your setup. I will take your advice and only use one when I’m solo.
Honestly I haven't mostly because I'm in the stage where I'm trying to keep things as simple as possible. Currently I just try and open my tent first thing when I get to camp to allow them time to self inflate.
@@RhinoOffroad I hear ya I’m trying to keep things as simple too. I’m going to try to find an inflator that will also deflate then it might be worth the extra effort. I’ll let you know if I find something that works.
@@roccodeleo4865 yeah please do!
Excellent follow-up. I went ahead and purchased the QOMOTOP based on the strength of your first review along with a few others. I just had another vinyl air mattress fail within the year, and I wanted to get off that merry-go-round. I'm hoping the self-inflating mattresses will make more sense for my needs. Thank you for the candid reviews!
Glad I can help! Took mine out this weekend for yet another comfortable night's sleep
I got two Qomotops with my new Camp365 last May. I agree, they are quite comfortable. But in my most recent coast-to-coast trip, camping about a dozen times there and back, I noticed toward the end that both were losing inflation during the night. I mouth-inflated them to my comfort level at the beginning of the night, but by the end they were too soft. So they must have a slow leak somewhere. Any thoughts on how to address this?
this is exactly what I needed to hear. Thanks! appreciate the breakdown.
Thinking about getting the single to use in the back of my truck. Problem is it's 6 inches too long so I'm wondering if it will bend easily? So basically just scrunch it up at one end.
I've had the QOMOTOP for over a year, and it was definitely one of the best purchases I've made for camping in the iKamper. I sleep so well now, and I never thought I'd ever find the comfort afforded by a camping mattress. I also experienced the slow self-inflation while the mattress is inside the iKamper. It places some pressure on the shell, but not enough to cause any damage. The other thing I suggest is only buying the single large QOMOTOP, and just use the oem pad for the portion that supports the legs. I found that I only need the 4" pad for my head, shoulder, torso, and hips. My legs don't need the extra padding. It'll make the tent setup and breakdown a tad quicker and save you from having to buy the 2nd smaller QOMOTOP pad.
Yeah that's honestly not a bad call on going with just the big one. The only benefit of having both is increased room to keep bedding in the shell, but I could see it both ways.
I've definitely noticed the slow inflation myself. It's definitely become a bit of a nuisance. I think I'll do a follow up video soon with my thoughts on it.
Thanks for a great review. I'll definitely will get this setup. As you say, the extra time spent to inflate/deflate is what you otherwise would spend moving bedding up and down from the truck + you get extra free space in the car since you can store more in the tent.
Absolutely!
Is this super fat guy friendly? I just bought 2
I've been using one for a few months in my sleeping platform really like it. Make sure to have a patch kit. They did send me out a free replacement for my first one which had a leaky valve which I fixed so now I have 2!
Did it leak air in or out? I've noticed mine will sometimes inflate a bit on its own
@@RhinoOffroad inflate and deflate, used some seam glue on it aswell as a tear my dog made and it's back to normal. Ppl have similar issues with the expeds but I doubt they would be as generous to send a whole new pad out. Big fan of this company
@@DeadOnTrail appreciate that info, I'll be in the lookout for any issues
Good stuff. Have not been a fan of a long camp set-up or takedown. But it looks like you are happy with your I-Kamper and mattress set. Keep the adventure going. We are enjoying the content. David and Crystal.
Yeah I totally agree. It's a careful balance to keep the benefits of expediency that comes with a RTT (and all of our camping gear for that matter). Appreciate the feedback and I hope we can't meet up soon! Love your wheeling content.
Ever considered a portable electric inflator/deflator?
Yeah but honestly it's just one more thing you have to worry about hauling and bringing up into the tent so I don't even bother with it
My Pillow Mattress Topper
Do you keep them stored in the tent full time? Also what are the inflated dimensions?
I sure do! They deflate nicely. I have another video which shows how to close everything inside the tent as well.
@@RhinoOffroad I dont have an iKamper though, so i was wondering what the inflated dimension was to see if it will work for my application.
I’m reading this as I lay on one of two individual ultralight backpacking air mattresses within my I Kamper Skycamp II. I appreciate the follow up to your original review as this upgrade has been on my mind a lot lately!
Not a problem! Let me know if you have any questions
Just got it for my iKamper and boy is it an upgrade from my backpacking air mattress
Yeah I am still loving them
Do they squeak and make noise when you toss and turn at night? I’ve noticed cheaper inflatable mattresses do this. Wondering if these do the same?
Will it handle dog nails?
My Corgi has been on them without issue
Can i know the brand and model of your sunshades? Liked them:)
This mattress is the BEST. I bought it 4/25/21 and use it in my bedroom often. Unfortunately an 6 months after using it in my home it stopped holding air. 😭. When I inflate it, it only holds the air for no more than 20min long. Has anyone else had this problem? Is it possible to get a replacement?
I haven't had this issue yet!
Hey man, not sure if you'll see this or reply but I did have a question/clarification. I ended up purchasing these Mattresses based on your original video after a few trips in the Ikamper, my wife had the same side sleeping issue yours did. We are going on another overlanding trip this coming week and will be using these for the first time (used them in the house, they feel amazing) You said previously that you leave the Mattresses in the Ikamper, do you leave them stored in there 100% of the time or do you take them out and store them after trips? I'd prefer to keep them stored in mine, but I don't want them to get destroyed by the heat if they aren't able to actually stay in there. Figured you'd be able to speak to the durable-ness of them in this regard or clarify if you take them out eventually. Much appreciated!
Hey man! I have left them in there now for 6 months between trips and haven't had any issues! Really hope you like them!
Have you experienced the Exped megamat and would you say they are on par as far as comfort? I know they store a little larger and are heavier.
I haven't slept on one, but seeing one in someone else's tent they look VERY comparable.
Mine inflated on its own inside my tent and ruined the shell of my ikamper
Oh no! How did it ruin it?
@@RhinoOffroad Thanks for the response. It somehow caused a big dent in the hard shell of my mini 3.0 (by pushing everything upward when the tent was closed/locked I assume). I used the mattress all last summer without issue, and for some reason it was able to inflate on its own inside of the tent this time.
Do you have any idea what could have caused this? Valves were both set to deflate with the caps screwed on
No but to be honest I've had it happen on my double-sized qomotop. I'm going to do some testing to figure out where air is getting in.
@@RhinoOffroad Let me know if you find anything! Just took a look at mine and it seems that air is getting in even when the valves are set to “deflate” (I can hear air going in slowly). Maybe I didn’t have one of the caps screwed on perfectly and that’s how it inflated? Not sure but going camping tomorrow so hopefully I can get it sorted
Will do!
Great!
thanks for the review.
Thinking about get one for the ikamper mini. Thoughts?
I think one of them would work awesome if you can measure out the internal space and figure out which size will fit.
Does it make you sweat like memory foam? Thanks for the review!
Thanks for watching! I honestly haven't noticed it being an issue.
Can you use a electric pump to inflate the mattress?
Yes you can
Do you know if the double will fit in the mini by itself?
Not sure to be honest. I think it would be pretty dang close but probably worth measuring just in case.
Thanks for the two videos reviewing this mattress pad, very well done. I have been looking for an option for the past 2 seasons with the iKamper. I couldn't bring myself to spend the money on the other mattresses out there. The Qomotop seems to be the perfect option, especially after seeing your review, with a good price point. Just ordered the single and double to fit the iKamper. There is a coupon on Amazon for $30 off the single and $40 off the double right now. No brainer for sure! Cant wait to try them out and say good bye to the achy joints from the stock thin underwhelming pad.
Glad I could help! Let me know what you think of them.
What air pump are your guys using for this top? The mini air pump I bought from Amazon the attachment is too small to fit the opening.
I was wondering the same thing. I have the rechargeable pump now and a different mattress. Thinking of going to this one. Did you find and attachment that fits so we don’t have to use the bag method?
I honestly prefer the bag method myself, as it's one less thing I have to bring up into the tent every night. Haven't changed methods.
Can’t you leave these up there all the time inflated? Also, what about a condensation mat underneath? Thanks
Unfortunately not since they're almost 4 inches thick each and you have to stack them when closing. I also haven't had any condensation issues to be honest. I just crack the windows to vent it.
I've seen some put some kind of gym foam mats with holes in them between the aluminum and the mattress to reduce condensation. I got some of those without holes so I'm just gonna drill 1" holes in through them and put under the mattress.
Do you still use the included mattress at all or just the qomo?
Just the QOMOTOPs now. The old ones are taking up too much space in my closet.
@@RhinoOffroad awesome! Appreciate the quick answer and thanks for the help!
@@st4kers anytime! Appreciate the sub!
Quality video - per usual for Rhino Offroad. Love the snow drone footage!
Thanks bud!
How long has this lasted for you so far?
Over a year now and still works great
Appreciate the hell out of this video! Swapping to an iKamper soon and I don't want the same issue I had with my last RTT with the thin mattress.
My only question for you is does it feel super "air mattressy", like with 4inches of inflation I worry it might feel like one of those old fully inflatable mattresses that have no padding in them you'd get at like Walmart. I've had camping pads for years but they don't inflate much more than like and inch and a half so it's mostly the foam you feel. Like when you move does it really push up the other side a ton or is it more similar to a regular mattress? Does any of that even make sense? I'm not sure, lol.
Definitely makes sense, and doesn't really feel like an air mattress. It has a ton of padding with cells that basically expand as it inflates. Feels way more like a mattress topper
@@RhinoOffroad nice! That’s awesome. I’ll probably go this route then. Thanks!
Thanks for the initial review and follow up review. Just used my iKamper 2.0 over the weekend and boy my back is killing me. Just ordered these mattresses. Happy trails!
Awesome! Let me know what you think! I still am using them and love them.
You should block out your license plate. Thanks for the review
I used to but honestly any random person can see it on the street so it didn't seem to matter anymore. Appreciate the watch!
@@RhinoOffroad one quick question. Is this like a foam pad or just. A regular air mattress style.
@@Terpedup925 kind of a hybrid honestly. It feels like a foam pad but inflates like an air mattress