I Found the MOST Comfortable Sleeping Pad - Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Insulated Mattress Review

When it comes to comfort, this is the absolute best Sleeping Pad that I have EVER USED! It's incredible!
But, is it worth you hard-earned money especially when the economy is in shambles?
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Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Extreme Cold-Weather Insulated Air Mattress
What it is : This is an ultra thick insulated sleeping pad from the company known as Sea to Summit; when it comes to sleeping pads, this is a company that has an equally good reputation to that of Thermarest.
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Colors : Black with Orange accents and white text
Versions : This is the tapered regular size, there is always a tapered large and a rectangular regular and Rectangular large.
Measurements Stored : 9.5” long x 7” wide
Measurements Inflated : 72” x 21.5” x 4”
R-Value : 6.2 thanks to the Thermolite Insulation and heat reflective material
Materials : 30D and 40D nylon fabrics
Weight : 1.7lbs with the storage bag and repair kit
Price : $200
Features :
Multi-Function valve
AirStream Inflation sack
air sprung cell sleeping pads support your body weight with hundreds of individually air-filled springs.
Antimicrobial treatment to prevent internal mold growth
PillowLock system prevents Sea to Summit Aeros pillows from slipping
Includes a repair kit and 6 adhesive patches and a spare valve insert
My testing with this product :
I used this product throughout the winter and the coldest that I used it at was around 0F. At that temp, with an adequate sleeping bag I found this pad to be incredibly comfortable.
Tip : to maximize to the R-value of a sleeping pad, it needs to be fully inflated - this is going to pull all of the materials including the insulation taught, thus getting them closer to your body so you can receive all of the benefits of those materials. Because of pad is fully inflated, it is going to be firmer. I’ve heard of people complaining about sleeping pads being cold and not as warm as a company claims and yet it is their fault that the pad wasn’t as warm as it could be.
Review Pros :
Excellent quality product
No issues with warmth at all - Extremely warm sleeping pad - I used this down to 0 but I have heard of others using this down to -20 and still remained toasty warm.
Comfortable? Without a doubt! This pad is 4” thick and design allows for any way of sleeping that you may want to do. Back, side or stomach.
Very stable thanks to the AirSprung Cells
Baffles on the side of the pad work incredibly well for keeping you on the pad - very smart technology and design
Adjustable valve
Easy to inflate but does take some time due to the size and thickness of the pad
No issues with slipping
Very durable - no issue inside of a tent or even outside on the ground
Review Cons :
Some noise when moving around - I’ve never found this to be a problem with this pad or even with the Thermarest Xtherm but for those who are light sleepers, it is something to take note of. Insulated sleeping pads will tend to be more noisy. This is what most people will complain about when using this pad.
Somewhat large size but it is a high R value insulated pad so it is justified. This is my biggest issue with this pad - it’s large!
Somewhat heavy
Summary :
All in all I really like this sleeping pad and for really cold conditions this is certainly my go to pad. If I was focusing more on going lightweight, I would still have to grab the Thermarest Xtherm though as there is a noticeable difference between the two pads.
Speaking of which, if size and weight is a priority over comfort in addition to a high r-value, I would recommend checking out the Thermarest Xtherm but it is at least $30 more expensive.
To summarize, I have been very impressed with this Sea to Summit pad; it is pricey but a high r-valve sleeping pad is going to be; many similarly rated pads are more expensive than this one.
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[@alexanderweaver7066]

I love Sea to Summit products and for a 6.2 R value 200 bucks is worth every penny as you're lying on the frozen ground in a Sierra Nevada campsite. I weigh 230 lbs and a side sleeper. I have never felt the ground beneath me. Great review, Luke.

[@tbrowniscool]

Got my Reg-Wide coming for £189 soon :)

[@mydearriley]

how's your pad holding up?

[@DarrenHawkins-xy2dw]

Hi Luke, loving the reviews, I've had the large wide for close to a year and as a side sleeper I love it, well worth the bulk and weight, FYI, the 3M patches are for the pillow lock system and if you turn the pump bag inside out it has a smaller nozzle for pumping up S2S pillows, keep up the good work, your the best on the net.

[@kk3095]

We love this pad, have been using it for over 2 years and have experienced no issues in regards to quality or comfort. Live and play in nothern Minnesota so we have used it in all temps and weather conditions. I agree if your looking to go light, take another pad, but if weight is not an issue take this one. Thanks for the reviews and videos Luke!

[@davidvmstout2495]

Glad to hear. My only winter camping has been at Split Rock just off the shore. I used an old thermarest with a nearly 40yro REI -20 bag and was "ok." I would like to do winter camping again, and this pad seems like the ticket to comfort.

[@simonward4520]

Recommend putting the pad inside a sleeping bag liner, cuts the noise down and adds a little more comfort.

[@DarrenHawkins-xy2dw]

Exactly what I do Simon, works a treat.

[@dalem4591]

Recommendations on a liner that fits snug over a 4 inch thick 25x72 pad?

[@simonward4520]

@@dalem4591 I have various mats but my liner is for a pod sleeping bag, oval in shape. I have some shock cord loops which takes up the slack.

[@jimflynn5105]

I have the rectangular one and use it all year round. With warmer weather I have made a slip from a sheet to slip the pad in to avoid sticking to it. Excellent comfort and warm combined with my down quilt.

[@MC-zr6gc]

There's always a good work around for people who think outside the box. Kudo

[@chemtrail_brew_Que]

I had it for one trip. I found it comfy while laying on it at home but ended up getting center back pain from it. I would have to deflate it quite a bit to relieve the pressure. I do like the shape but didn’t work for my back. I switched to the Big Agnes Rapide and I do like it a bit better.

[@nickolas9874]

Used in coastal Tasmania during winter, below freezing & loved life,

[@llee02045]

I have both the thermarest and the wide sea summit. Love the Sea Summit. Camped in Yosemite 35 degrees absolutely no issues with cold. Also side sleeper and didn't feel the ground. I weigh 220 lbs.

[@Skills2survive]

Absolutely LOVE mine ! I used it all last winter on many overnights and its been great ! Reviewed it as well.

[@MrWipex]

Great review as always, thanks Luke. Ive been using one of these for a couple multiday trekkings through swedish mountains now. No issues so far. I didn’t notice any noice. The comfort is just awsome. Sleep just like home… to me, worth every penny. Keep it up Luke!

[@TheGreatRaymondoOutdoors]

Excellent review Luke, I've just bought one of these and this was exactly what I needed to know.

[@shawbang7328]

I love that you exist Luke, Inspired me to start doing more outdoor camping! Love your videosss rain and snow ones are so sick

[@thebeardedgorilla8596]

That thing is huge when packed up! Not sure I'd have room in my pack for that sucker

[@VanMoonrunner]

Noise is not a con! You don't even hear it because you are now on a comfy pad. I have this pad. It's AMAZING and by far the best sleeping pad out there!

[@devo69er]

Hey Luke! I have the XT and XT Extreme rectangular wide pads and love them both, I don’t find the noise to bad and as for comfort… 100% agree with you that they are the most comfortable. Also nice dig on D. Becker 😂

[@therockof2004]

Came here to say the same thing i love mine so comfortable

[@lisapirkkala9247]

Great review, Luke! I was curious about this pad, especially for winter. I currently use the Thermarest NeoAir Xlite for 3 season, but wanted something for winter camping. I was looking into purchasing the Thermarest cot and using the pad, however the Sea to Summit pad you reviewed here looks like a better choice. Thank you!

[@Owens_Racing]

Luke your reviews have saved us many dollars. Thank you.

[@dudebig5404]

WOW... looks GREAT Luke. Thanks... Just finished my coffee with LUKE... always a good time. Peace and be safe !

[@lggb3588]

Love and support from Greece my friend

[@comingtofull-ageinchrist6736]

Sounds legit that the tighter the inner insulation is to the outer sheathing that it will insulate better because it doesn’t allow air in between! Thermal shirts have always been the same! If it’s loose, it allows cold air between the shirt and your skin! When it stays firm to your skin, it traps the body heat and reflects it back to you! Great review, Luke! Thanks!

[@6milhunter]

You called it right. We have four of them and like them a lot. Great for cold conditions as well.

[@jan6293]

Luke, I like this pad, I would definitely purchase it ! Thanks 🌲⛺️🌲

[@kennethkilpatrick3758]

I'm using it in Argentina now. It's comfortable but unfortunately developed a leak my first week of using it. Not in a position to repair it so just blow it back up every 6-8 hrs. Hopefully that'll do until I get home.

[@IMDARKFIRE007]

Noise doesn't bug me, hell I'm lucky if the siren alarm on my phone wakes me haha. The size can be easily side stepped, just string it to the outer webbing on your pack and save the inside room. Looks great for side sleepers like me who HATE their shoulder/hip bottoming out.

[@naturebyfrank]

Been looking for a while now for Northern Camping in the cold. Running to the store now. Thanks alot for showing me this👌

[@richardholbrook9681]

I’ve heard that from a few hikers and now you, now im convinced.

[@torrentson]

I bought this last December and it's awesome indeed. Didn't use it for winter camping yet but only down to around 0-5 Celsius. Very comfortable and easy to fill with the provided bag.

[@stephentuck6607]

Hi Luke, Thanks for the excellent review of this sleeping mat. I have the Rectangular Wide (RW) Version and I just got back from a 3 day/2 night winter hike with overnight temperatures getting down to 0 degrees Celsius. This mat is the ultimate in comfort and I never felt the cold from the ground. This mat is probably the closest thing to sleeping in my bed at home while camping. My friend was sleeping on the Thermarest Neoair Xtherm Long (R value 6.9) and he too said he had a very warm and comfortable sleep. It would have been really interesting to swap sleeping mats on second night for the purpose of comparison but my friend being over 6 foot needed the extra length. I didn't notice the noise the mat makes when moving around. I would say the two cons for this mat are (as you said): 1. The volume (it takes up a lot of space in the pack) and 2. the weight (the rectangular wide is almost 1kg in weight) I don't know how comfortable the Neoair Xtherm is to sleep on but if it is just as comfortable as the S2S Etherlight XT Extreme than it would win out on considerations of weight and volume. But here in Australia the Etherlight is about $300 while the Xtherm is $450 so if someone can't justify spending that much on a sleeping mat the Etherlight makes for an excellent cheaper (but not cheap) choice.

[@backpackingireland8624]

Outstanding review yet again Luke . No nonsense straight to the point ! Love that you gave your opinion in comparison to the Xtherm . Greetings from Ireland 🇮🇪 Atb Tony

[@dawnng9027]

I have the Ether Light XT Women's Large mat. I found it very comfy and its size is not too big. If my backpack has room, I'll bring a thin cotton sheet (like a long pillowcase. DIY) to cover the mat. That will reduce much of the noise and gives extra protection to my mat.

[@mredmond2928]

Thank you Luke far the agenda free reviews. I have come to trust your reviews, they always have helped me decide in what to invest my time and money in. Just ordered one for this years winter season here in Michigan's Upper Peninsula!

[@jjj14]

I always sleep with ear plugs on while camping, doesn't matter mat is noisy or not. Nice review

[@rob2669]

Hey Luke always look forward to your videos, not sure how I landed on your channel, been watching since March 2022...and subscribed...it's odd that I'm not a camping fanatic but yet spend lots and lots of hours watching your honest reviews, taking pride in what you do and helping others and of course there is the double whammy Cheers to everyone ;)... Thanks again for taking the time to make these and helping the so many subscribers out there you have

[@richschwartz8004]

It looks like my big Agnes Q-core insulated pad and out of all the pads I've had and or barrowed the Q core has been the best for me. One of the he great things about sleeping pads is there are so many different types. Sooner or later you're bond to find the right fit for you. There are several places online where you can rent hiking/camping equipment. That makes for a great way to find the right fit for you before you accidentally buy the wrong one. Hope this suggestion will help someone. God bless and stay safe.

[@3bagsandatent379]

I really love my ThermaRest as I've used it in Wisconsin and Michigan in the winter and have stayed quite warm. I'll give this a try for a bit more comfort. thanks for great information. Best to you and Susan.

[@mikec.8556]

Had mine for 2 yrs great pad fits in my 50L bag with my other gear no problem

[@tygeron3145]

That is now on my to buy list for winter camping.

[@FgtRtd]

In my opinion (as a rather large side sleeper) the only con really is the packed size.. good thing you've got that slick 64L osprey unltd pack 😂 I'm seriously considering getting that pack as an incentive for my at thruhike next year, only because all of my other gear minus this pad in the large rectangular would be considered "ultra light"

[@davidnyeste7282]

Thanks for a great review. I've been looking for some decent reviews about this pad for some time now. I've been a fan of the Sea to Summit sleep mats for quite some time and looking at getting something for the colder winter months here in the UK.

[@matthewfurst1577]

Love mine, - 20 F I was warm, just tested in the backyard for that temp. Very comfy and I think much less noise than the other one you compared.

[@Andrew-er5cf]

Really appreciate the info....thank you for what you do.

[@Intherawoutdoors]

I purchased one last year at REI and its awesome plus the noise isn't an issue for me

[@ToxicGamer86454]

Something like the Nemo Tensor Alpine uses something like Mylar so it doesn’t require full inflation. I recommend it or the Ether light xt insulated(not the extreme cold weather one in the video)

[@District.24]

Another outstanding review. Thank you Luke.

[@gunsofmasseffect4321]

It'll be worth the buy for me thanks for a great review.

[@jimzee6954]

Excellent reviews all the time from you Luke! I had a self inflatable sleeping pad that was for car camping. A rescue puppy chewed up the values so I'm in need of a new sleeping pad. This one looks like it will fit the spot. One again thank you for your hard work in making these reviews! God bless you and your family!

[@michaelflynn7055]

Great timing, I'm looking for a new air mattress for my winter camping trips.

[@Dreoilin]

I live where if gets very cold. Sometimes -20f windchill. Finding good winter pads is hard. I'll definitely try this.

[@6foot8jesuspilledpureblood82]

Really good for tall lads like me, you are the best reviewer bro!

[@SuperdutyExplorer]

I'm just getting into backpacking, I work spring to fall so had to get warm stuff... I ordered that sea to summit in rectangle long... I'll be testing gear next week so we'll so how it goes! Last few years I do truck camping under a topper, so heavy cheaper gear but made it to -15 with no problems other than condensation build after a week.

[@milwman1958]

I have a bad back this maybe the trick to sleeping and Camping!

[@jillmondt5398]

Noise tends to give me the spooks. It’s like “Skin Walker or bear can hear me”. But then again they can hear me complain if I am cold and sore.🤣 Seriously, noise is not an issue because if I am comfy, I am sleeping. Luke thank you for this review.

[@wadejensen3301]

Excellent review....thanks for your work!

[@hetheringtonfamily8798]

Sea to summit is a great brand for us Aussies. Thanks for the review as I have been looking for a new mattress

[@apocsurvival916]

Time to check this out my man! I've got me some Icelandic treks in my future, without a hot tent. 🔥

[@apocsurvival916]

Purchased!!!!

[@AuRowe]

Your video description is great. Great video

[@elpretender1357]

I own this, it was my first backpacking air mat. It is too hot for where I live, but it wasnt until I tried a different brand that I realized how awesome the XT Extreme is: -the air sprung cells and 4 inches of thickness make it ultra-comfortable, compared to Exped mats for example (the other one I own) I feel like in my mattress at home. -You'll never feel the ground under you, the insulation keeps you warm as you shift or sit on it, neither have I felt the hard ground as the insulation provides enough cushion Compared to the exped mats, this is more noisy. But that never has been a problem to me even as a beginner so I'm indiferent to it. But yeah the volume is what has made me avoid using it. And the weight since as stated above I live in a pretty hot climate, so going for a no insulation mat was more comfortable for me.

[@joycedimaggio3816]

Thanks Luke

[@azclaimjumper]

I'll bet Susie won't want to give up her XTherm same as MEeee for 2 reasons; #1 it's R6.9 rating & #2 the 70D fabric on the ground side of the XTherm Warm Regards from Reno, Nevada

[@leebenson4874]

I can see one day when I'm old that this will be a pad in my boat setup.

[@andyzhang1893]

Kinda wanna see him review an exped pad eventually

[@KuntryRD]

If I did more cold weather trips, I think I would invest in that pad. As for noise, if I am comfortable and warm on a pad, I really don't move around much, so noice is usually not an issue for me. Nice review, Luke.

[@FlyWithMe_666]

2:00 That’s because you were using it wrongly when you tested the Nemo Tensor, as also other comments pointed out. Still haven’t figured it out yet? 😀

[@joejoness9939]

Great job Luke I really enjoyed this content!!

[@lightwalker4558]

Excellent review. Thanks. If I had $200 to spare I would get one for a winter overnighter. For now I will have to stick with my 4R pad over a zip foil base to give me equivalent R value.

[@mulreid]

You need to try a thermorest topo luxe if you want ultimate comfort.

[@randomichannel]

I have that pad, never been able to get a good sleep with that pad. I am a heavy guy and sleep on my side, think it would be fine if I would be a back sleeper. But it is funny that there's a lot of individual differences on how something feels and at the end of the day we all just have to try and find what will work for us. Still valuable to have these kind of videos out here to know where one might want to look.

[@RootsLion]

jus had a zerofoxtrot woobie poncho liner in... love it

[@samhill3496]

Have to check these out. Have been looking at them for awhile. I motorcycle camp, 1st priority. Storage size is always of concern. I'm big and long so wide and maybe not as thick would work. 30F would be my camp range maybe down to 20F. Like the inflation bag. At altitude that matters. I've used Thermorests for over forty years now. Great results all sized to use. Only leaks I got were in AZ dessert small cactus balls cut one. One gets into big campground without choice the sounds the sleeping pad makes won't be an issue like the farting snoring neighbors. Real world. RTW Sam

[@r1m.dog78]

I could never get used to the noise of some of these inflatable pads I tested, so I ended up going with an Exped Dura 8r. Size for size, the Dura 8r is cheaper, lighter, quieter, warmer and is insulated with Down.

[@MissNikkor]

I have the Ether Light XT Extreme Insulated (black one) and the Ether Light XT Insulated (grey one) for 3 seasons. So comfy! For a side sleeper, the 4 inches is perfect.

[@egidegregoire5633]

Hi Luke, thanks for your awesome review! Just bough this pad and looking forward to my next trip! I was also considering the Thermarest Xtherm but it seems that it makes so much noise that I would regret it. Also wanne use this pad for my wife in summer, and it seems far more comfortable than the Thermarest so I bought the Sea To Summit.

[@theoriginalrabbithole]

Can you by any chance revisit Outdoor Research's bivys and review the new award-winning Helium? and or the Alpine Ascent Shell? That Helium in Pewter, along with a Mossy Oak tarp and a little help from the local shrubbery? You could disappear like smoke! A vlog on camouflage would lend itself perfectly to the Helium and the Alpine Ascent Shell is breaking new ground in Outdoors tech as well with a warmer and more breathable(for a bivy) shell and easy-in side entrance. A rain fly coming off the front of the Helium and off the side of the Alpine Ascent Shell, would really complete both bivys, imo.

[@Allen-eq5uf]

The most comfortable sleeping pad I’ve ever found to use ANYWHERE is my Thermorest Luxurylite cot.

[@it02s28]

Great review. I would love to see a comparison between this and the Thermarest Xtherm NXT

[@TALKCalgary]

It's a nice pad but for the width. Had it been a 25" pad I might have kept it but alas it was back to the store for this puppy.

[@frenzy0018]

I have the large rectangular it fits perfect in my hilleberg soul very warm very comfortable but it’s a beast 1100g and bulky

[@DrJapan]

how come you only have 487K subscribers?!?! thought you will be in the Millions...

[@MeetMeOutside]

I have the uninsulated version, just fantastic ! Cheers !

[@spadoynkal]

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[@roncolpo5056]

Great review....

[@rondaalhuizen3765]

On one hand I really like it, it is very comfortable, but what I dislike is the noise. Also have a Nemo Tensor Version 2 which is totally silent

[@ronaldcobbley9668]

I have a older version of sea to summit with the pillow their nice

[@MegaMastiffman]

I have this pad and it's by far the best iv used ever,very comfortable but you will pay for that but buy once cry once. And the inflation bag really works and well it is a big pad but sleep at least to me is most important if you don't sleep good you can't hike good

[@scentybeast9531]

The Zenbivy bed is defo worth a look too, I've heard it's the ultimate

[@libertystuffnthingsreviews829]

You should try a Wiggy's Cot Pad when in your truck.

[@snick3896]

I’ve only recently got back into camping. I use a cheap $40 Klymit static V non insulated pad with a $15 yoga mat with a foil emergency blanket taped to the yoga pad 😅slept multiple nights in the high 20’s Fahrenheit with no issue. Without that yoga pad / foil blanket, I did get cold. Obviously it’s not great for backpacking far, but it’s way cheaper and worked perfect. Btw I used a Carinthia defense 1 bag in my undies at 28 degrees lol no issue.

[@markc.ristau7645]

Great Content, Luck. I need a camp chair,and tarp. (Big one), and I’m pretty much set. We’ll 🐝 watch ‘en

[@wsingleton2950]

Hey Luke I have a challenge for you. You should think about writing a book on all of your knowledge and experience. Think about it and have a great day.

[@MonkeyMikeOutdoors]

Wow very nice!

[@davids5006]

If that little bit of noise bothers someone then they probably didn't hike hard enough

[@RicMyfraps]

Sea 2 Summit is Australian Mate, worth mentioning 🇻🇬👍🍺

[@SmithandWesson22A]

The noise of a crackling fire or beach waves or a running stream are all good for hiding a noisy pad.

[@Toms_Bright_Ideas]

Just the way one pumps it up is attractive. Though the price tag is outside of my budget.

[@olafthesn0wman]

Great review on the hottest day of the year! 😁

[@SingleMaltSmash]

bought one off this review, thanks buddy! Looking for a contender for the Exped Insulated pad I've been using for a few yrs now ;)

[@trikelife4960]

I've had my XT Extreme for over a year now. It's a great pad and I just can't bring myself to try something else. The inflation sack/valve system really is excellent. The comfort is excellent, no doubt about it. The noise doesn't bother me and I'm not sure why it bothers others. I have the regular wide and plan to get the regular mummy now that I have a Thermarest Questar. I'm just not using the full width of the pad so I'll cut half a pound roughly and slightly reduced packed size. That will offset the slightly larger diameter of the Questar over my old summer bag and drop a full pound of weight from my pack. Another benefit is the slightly narrower pad should fit properly in the pad straps on the Questar to hold it in place. The wide XT extreme is a little too tight. I'm also ditching the aeros ultralight deluxe large pillow for the regular. The large is great but 16" wide which pushes my feet off the end of the pad. The regular is 10" and will solve that. My ultimate comfort sleep system is nearly complete!

[@tiaxanderson9725]

Good information as always, though I don't think this one's for me As a kayak camper, a proper sit inside kayak, you'd think that weight is my first concern. But over time I've learned that size is #1 and weight second, because these kayaks can float quite a bit of mass but the storage space is limited. For instance, I have a super great sleeping bag and self inflating mattress, but they just take up too much space. Because the mat is self-inflating I can't fold it length wise, only roll it up, since it can mess up the internal inflating structure. Meaning the width of the mat is set and it causes it to only just fit through the oval hatch. Same for the sleeping bag; high quality, durable, wide temperature range, and some nice features. But the volume is simply too great, even with the bag's included compression straps; it barely fits through the hatch regardless of folding and compressing.

[@trashpandaproductions864]

i would like to see your review of the klymit klymaloft sleep pad

[@comingtofull-ageinchrist6736]

At least the inflation bag isn’t tapered where you have to open it and gather air to push into the pad!

[@billpetersen298]

Huge benefit. It’s supporting allies. Designed in Australia. Made in Taiwan.

[@outdoorcinema7]

Great review!