Bedchairs & Sleep Systems

eTackle finds bedchairs and sleep systems at reputable online tackle shops and lists each one with the lowest in-stock offer first. Weigh up the leg count, the width of the frame and the warmth of the sleeping bag, so the bed you choose suits the nights you spend on the bank.

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Each bed is listed with how many of our verified shops stock it, so the price you open is the best in stock right now. Reviewed beds carry an eTackle score for sorting by how they performed.

Leg count, packed weight, width and whether a sleeping bag comes with it are the details that set one bed apart from the next, and each listing shows them next to the price.

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Bedchair or Sleep System

A bedchair is the frame and mattress on its own, which suits anglers who already own a sleeping bag they like. A sleep system pairs the bed with a matched sleeping bag that fixes to the frame, so the bag stays in place when you roll over or get up quickly for a take.

Buying the two together usually costs less than buying them separately, and the bag is cut to fit the bed. A separate bag gives more choice of warmth and can be changed with the seasons.

Legs, Width and Packed Weight

Six-leg beds are lighter and pack smaller, while eight-leg beds spread the load and stay steadier on soft or uneven ground. Adjustable legs with wide mud feet let the bed sit level on a sloping swim.

Wide and XL frames give bigger anglers room to turn over, and compact beds suit short sessions and long walks to the swim. The packed weight matters most when the bed has to travel far on a barrow or by hand.

Warmth, Comfort and Care

Sleeping bags are rated by season, with a lighter bag for summer nights and a heavier or all-season bag for winter. Memory foam and thick mattress pads add comfort and keep the cold of the ground away from you.

Let the bag and mattress dry fully before they are packed away, and pitch the bed under a shelter that stays dry through the night. Our best bivvies for carp fishing guide covers the shelters these beds go in.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a bedchair and a sleep system?

A bedchair is the frame and mattress only. A sleep system adds a sleeping bag made to fit that bed, usually fixed to the frame so it stays put through the night.

Is a six-leg or eight-leg bedchair better?

Six-leg beds are lighter and quicker to set up. Eight-leg beds are steadier on soft ground and spread the weight better for bigger anglers.

Do I need a wide bedchair?

A wide or XL frame gives more room to turn over and suits bigger anglers. A standard width is lighter and fits smaller bivvies more easily.

What season sleeping bag do I need for carp fishing?

A three-season bag covers spring to autumn for most anglers. Winter sessions need a four or five-season bag, or an all-season system with a removable layer.

How should a bedchair be stored?

Dry the mattress and any sleeping bag fully before folding the bed away. A bedchair bag keeps the frame clean and protects the mattress in the car or garage.