A good camp table is the difference between cooking on your knees and having a proper bench for the stove, the chopping board and dinner. But “camping table” covers everything from a 726 g roll-up that fits in a backpack to a 5.7 kg kitchen bench rated to 200 kg.
We’ve reviewed six camping tables. Here’s how they compare and which one suits the way you camp.
Quick picks: the best camping tables compared
| Product | Score | Size | Weight | Load | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Best overallNaturehike Folding Table (Medium) | 9.7 | 52 × 38 × 41 cm | 1.6 kg | 55 kg | Check price at Amazon |
Best valueAdventure Kings Roll-Up Camp Table | 8.8 | 94 × 55 × 68 cm | 5.3 kg | 50 kg | Check price at Amazon |
Heavy dutyOZtrail Ironside Table 120cm | 8.7 | 122 × 61 cm | 5.7 kg | 200 kg | Check price at Amazon |
LightestNaturehike Folding Camping Table | 8.7 | 59 × 40 × 39 cm | 726 g | 20 kg | Check price at Amazon |
Best side tableMoon Lence Camping Table (S) | 8.5 | 40 × 35 × 28.5 cm | 922 g | 30 kg | Check price at Amazon |
Smallest packTrekology Portable Camping Table | 8.3 | 40 × 34.5 × 29 cm | 816 g | 23 kg | Check price at Amazon |
Best overall: Naturehike Folding Table (Medium)
The Naturehike Medium scored highest of every table we’ve tested (9.7), because it bridges the gap between ultralight and full-sized camp comfort. The 52 × 38 cm top sits at a practical 41 cm, the 6063 aluminium frame is rated to 55 kg, and the whole thing weighs only 1.6 kg. Setup takes four simple steps.
It’s heavier than the micro tables and a bit pricey for its size, so it’s not one for ultralight hikers. For car camping and 4WD trips, as a camp kitchen prep station or a dining table for two, it’s the one to beat. Read the full Naturehike Folding Table review.
The good
- 55 kg load capacity
- Large surface area 52 x 38 cm
- Lightweight at only 1600 g
- Sturdy 6063-T6 aluminium alloy
- Height is practical 41 cm
The not-so-good
- Not ideal for ultralight hikers
- Heavier than micro tables
- Pricey for smaller table
Bottom line: A 1.6 kg table with a 52 × 38 cm top, a practical 41 cm height and a 55 kg load capacity that still packs down small. It’s too heavy for ultralight hiking and pricey for its size.
Best value: Adventure Kings Roll-Up Camp Table
If you want a table you can stand at, the Kings Roll-Up gives you a 94 × 55 cm aluminium top at 68 cm high, and it scored 98 for value. It sets up and packs down fast, stays stable even on uneven ground and rolls up small into its bag.
The steel legs add some weight, the height isn’t adjustable, and it gets tight with more than two people. Read the full Adventure Kings Roll-Up Camp Table review.
The good
- Packs small, easy to carry
- Rust-resistant aluminium top
- Fast setup and pack-down
- Stable and sturdy, even on uneven ground
- Great surface area for size
The not-so-good
- Steel legs add some weight
- No height adjustment
- Can feel tight for more than two people
Bottom line: A compact, rust-resistant roll-up table that sets up in under two minutes and stays stable on uneven ground. There’s no height adjustment and it’s tight for more than two people.
Best heavy-duty table: OZtrail Ironside Table 120cm
For a proper camp kitchen or a dining table for a group, the OZtrail Ironside is in a different league: a 122 × 61 cm top, a 200 kg weight capacity and three heights (54, 62 or 71 cm). The corrosion-resistant steel frame and wipe-clean top are built for long trips.
It weighs 5.7 kg, folds to a bulky 61 × 62 cm, and doesn’t come with a carry bag. If you have the space in the 4WD, that’s a fair trade. Read the full OZtrail Ironside Table review.
The good
- Huge 200 kg weight capacity
- 3 adjustable heights (up to 71 cm)
- Thick, easily wipe-clean tabletop
- Corrosion-resistant steel frame
- Built-in carry handle for transport
The not-so-good
- Heavy at 5.7 kilograms
- Quite bulky when folded (61x62 cm)
- Carry bag is not included
Bottom line: A strong 120 cm table with a 200 kg capacity, three height settings up to 71 cm and a wipe-clean top. It weighs 5.7 kg, is bulky when folded and comes without a carry bag.
Lightest: Naturehike Folding Camping Table
At 726 g, this is the lightest table we’ve tested, and it sets up in under a minute. The 59 × 40 cm top has two cup holders, and it’s rated to 20 kg, enough for a camp stove and cookware.
It’s low at 39 cm, the mesh top can feel unstable, and it isn’t made for heavy loads. For backpacking, day hikes and picnics, it’s an easy one to carry. Read the full Naturehike Folding Camping Table review.
The good
- Ultralight at 726 g
- 20 kg load capacity (stable!)
- Sets up in under a minute
- Two integrated cup holders
- Includes a convenient carry bag
The not-so-good
- Mesh top can be unstable
- Low height at 39 cm
- Not suitable for heavy loads
Bottom line: A 726 g folding table with two cup holders that sets up in under a minute and carries 20 kg. It sits low at 39 cm, and the mesh top can be unstable for some items.
Best side table: Moon Lence Camping Table (S)
The Moon Lence is a small, stable side table for next to your camp chair, or for cooking on solo trips. It sets up quickly without tools, the triangular frame is stable, and the roll-up top is scratch resistant. It weighs 922 g and packs to 40 × 11 × 7 cm.
It’s very low at 28.5 cm, the carry bag is a bit flimsy, and it’s too small for group meals. Read the full Moon Lence Camping Table review.
The good
- Very lightweight at just 922 g
- Quick and easy to set up
- Stable triangular frame design
- Scratch-resistant surface
- Integrated elastic straps
The not-so-good
- The carry bag is a bit flimsy
- Very low height
- Not for large group meals
Bottom line: A 922 g side table with a stable triangular frame and a scratch-resistant top that sets up quickly. The carry bag is flimsy, it sits very low and it’s not for group meals.
Smallest pack: Trekology Portable Camping Table
The Trekology weighs 816 g, packs down to a tiny size and is still rated to 23 kg, with a waterproof aluminium top and anti-slip rubber feet. It suits backpackers, hikers and motorcycle tourers.
Setup is slightly fiddly, and at 29 cm high with a 40 × 34.5 cm top it’s a low, small table best paired with low camp chairs or a mat. Read the full Trekology Portable Camping Table review.
The good
- Weighs only 816 g
- Packs down to tiny size
- Strong 23 kg weight limit
- Waterproof aluminium top
- Anti-slip rubber feet
The not-so-good
- Setup is slightly fiddly
- Low height 29 cm
- Small tabletop 40 x 34.5 cm
Bottom line: An 816 g aluminium table with a waterproof top and a 23 kg weight limit that packs down tiny. Setup is slightly fiddly, it’s only 29 cm high and the 40 × 34.5 cm top is small.
How to choose a camping table
- Height: match it to your chairs. Low tables (28–41 cm) suit low camp chairs; for standing at a camp kitchen, go for 60–70 cm, or an adjustable table like the OZtrail Ironside.
- Size: a small top (around 40 × 35 cm) is a side table; for cooking and plates for two, look for at least 50 × 40 cm; for a full camp kitchen, 90–120 cm.
- Load rating: backpacking tables hold about 20–23 kg, enough for a stove and a pot. For a heavy cooker, a water container or a group, look at 55 kg and up.
- Weight and pack size: under 1 kg if you carry it; in the 4WD, a few kilos hardly matter.
- Setup: roll-up tops and shock-corded legs are quick; check how fiddly the legs are if you set up and pack down every day.
Pair it with a camping chair and see our camp kitchen reviews.