We included three hammocks that our editors tested over the course of several weeks for the 2024 Best Product Awards; we assigned each of them their categories based on our testers’ feedback.

Best Suspension System: Kammock Python 10 How I Tested the Best Camping Hammocks While I’ve seen any number of backpacking hammocks on the trail, my personal experience with them prior to this test ...

We spent 35 hours testing 10 packable camping hammocks on hikes and in the park, and found that ENO’s SingleNest Hammock is the best choice for most people.

The best hammocks are perfect for backyard lounging all summer long. We tested over 25 hammocks to include ones with stands, weatherproofing, and classic all-American brands.

“Hammocks really necessitate social distancing—very rarely is there a cluster of trees that enable you to be on top of each other,” said founder Greg McEvilly.

His hammocks are now sold in Bass Pro Shops, Cabela’s, L.L.Bean, and Dick’s Sporting Goods. To make sure his business is profitable, he gradually raised the price to $199, to reflect his costs.