Sea to Summit Ultralight XR Insulated Air Sleeping Pad vs Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol

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Which one to choose

• Choose the Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol if every ounce counts — 14.5 oz against 14.6 oz.
• Choose the Sea to Summit Ultralight XR Insulated Air Sleeping Pad for colder ground: R-value 3.6 against 2. The Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol's R 2 sits in the three-season band (R 2–3.9, to around freezing).

Questions this comparison answers

Is the Sea to Summit Ultralight XR Insulated Air Sleeping Pad lighter than the Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol?

Z Lite Sol is the lighter of the two by 5 g (0.2 oz).

Sea to Summit Ultralight XR Insulated Air Sleeping Pad

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“Ultralight XR Insulated Air Sleeping Pad The Ultralight XR Insulated Mat offers unmatched stability and comfort with 151 Air Sprung Cells that contour to your body, reducing pressure points. Its wider profile suits side sleepers, while hybrid 30/40D nylon and Ultrafresh-treated TPU laminate provide proven durability.”

Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol

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“Accordion-fold foam at R-2.0 and 14.5 oz. It is bulky, it is not plush, and it is the pad that still works on night nine when everything else has developed a slow leak.”