The canopy itself actually converts to the carrying case for the chair, which is pretty clever and convenient. It comes with a shoulder strap to allow for easy transport and at just under 12 lbs it’s not the lightest chair out there but it’s not too overbearing either. Once set up, the chair itself can handle about 250 lbs of weight and features a cupholder for your drinks The Classic beach chair has a low profile that allows for easy reclining. Classic beach chairs are made from a range of materials, including wood, plastic, and lightweight metals. Classic beach chairs also usually have a simple folding mechanism, allowing for easy portability and storage when not in use. A Classic beach chair will fit the needs of most beach visitors. If you’re looking for a chair that can be used for a range of activities, the Kijaro Coast Folding Beach Sling Chair is a solid option. It sits higher up than the common low-profile beach chair, and our tester said it’s “high enough off the ground that I'm sitting comfortably, and low enough that I can recline nicely.” While the chair might be too bulky for a child to easily carry it, the chair folds up and fits into a carrier bag that makes it easier to transport, and there were no issues with unfolding the chair for the first time. The chair includes several built-in accessories like two cup holders, a cooler on the armrest that can fit up to six 12-ounce cans, and a headrest pillow—all of which are ideal accessories for game days, lawn concerts, or trips to the beach. In testing, we thought the beach chair was well built, with our tester noting that it’s “one of those chairs you'll have for a couple decades.”

Once the products were selected, we sent beach chairs to Dotdash Meredith editors, writers, and testing team members who live near beaches. Each chair was tested and rated on a five-point scale for the following attributes: portability, ease of use, comfort, durability, and value. The chair can easily hold up to 250 lbs but pay attention to those legs and feet. The greater the weight the more likely you are to sink the legs into the sand, so keep that in mind.After rolling your beach trolley to your favourite spot, unfolding your picnic blanket and putting up your beach tent, you'll want to get out a beach chair to give your legs some rest while you sink your toes in the sand. Easy to fold up into a compact carry size, these loungers come with a strap that you can throw over your shoulder or use to hang the bed over a chair when it’s time for lunch. Innovative and easy to use, this set of 2 pop-up loungers is an excellent choice for use on the beach with your buddies. Available in a stunning navy blue color, this chair comes with a matching carry bag that it will slide into when folded, and the lightweight design makes it perfect for use in a variety of settings. Low-profile chairs are also called low-slung chairs. This type of camp chair has very short legs, sits only inches above the ground and is the most stable. It folds up like a clamshell.

Designed to stay inflated for up to 5 to 6 hours on just a few scoops of air, this is a fun and practical alternative to folding sun loungers. Because this is not a beach specific chair, you may have issues with the feet and legs in loose sand, so keep that in mind. Especially with more weight put on them. They may sink a little lower than you’d like so you might need to move it around a bit to find the perfect place to set it up. That said, if you dislike how low to the ground many beach chairs are, this may be a really great option. Canvas and oxford-cloth umbrellas are strong but heavy. Lightweight synthetic canopies resistrips and tears. The best canopies are those with fabrics that shade you from the sun, and are water-resistant, easy to fold and unfold and light enough to carry. For even more protection, look for umbrellas that protect you from the sun, rated SPF 50+. Wind resistanceAnother commonly used fabric you’ll find is canvas. A classic option, that not only looks good but is a softer choice, canvas unfortunately is not as resistant to UV, mold, and water. Besides the fact it rests only on the ground, the other issue we have with the Coleman Utopia Breeze is its skinny width. However, for its cost, this is a solid option for smaller adults, children, or those who go to the beach mainly to play and want something a bit more burly than a towel for resting. This stunning mesh beach chair is available in a beautiful aqua blue colorway and is comfy to sit in and lightweight enough to carry around with you. Perfect for use on the beach, at the park, or even at a music festival, this chair comes with its very own carry case for easy transportation. This is obviously the biggest one, but a lot of people take it for granted. You see a canopy and figure that will be good enough, but is it? Make sure the canopy is actually big enough to provide coverage for you when you’re in the chair. Some cheaper canopy chairs are very small and you’ll just get a patch of shade at best. In the end it’s hardly worth the effort. Although testers found the aluminum style lightweight and easy to carry, it’s worth noting that they felt the carrying straps were a bit flimsy and were concerned about how well they would hold up over time. They also felt like it could use a bit more support, though an extra towel could get the job done depending on your preferences.

It doesn’t have a cup holder, unlike many other styles, which could be inconvenient depending on your needs.Average – 9-12 inches. This is a common height for beach chairs. These are comfortable to get in and out of for most people. If possible, you should test out a few beach chairs at the store to find the height that’s most comfortable for you. Think About Portability & Storage