Kelty updated the color options for the Tru.Comfort, but noted that none of the design elements of the bag have been amended. See a current color option in the image above.
February 2020 This Product
Kelty Tru.Comfort 20 Doublewide | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awards |  |  | | |  |
| Price | $157.46 at Backcountry Compare at 2 sellers | $230 List $169.99 at Amazon | $128 List $114.00 at Amazon | $139.95 at Amazon Compare at 2 sellers | $47 List $47.00 at REI |
Overall Score  |
|||||
| Star Rating | |||||
| Pros | Lighter and more compact than two bags, packs up easily, customizable warmth levels | Warm, large, rugged, comfortable, built to last | Very warm, well-crafted, tons of features, soft and cozy, adjusts well to different temperature ranges | True all-purpose bag, rare-to-find down-filled rectangle bag, warm, lightweight | Surprisingly warm, inexpensive, interior pocket, patented zipper system reduces zipper snags |
| Cons | Extra blanket feature may be annoying to some | Large packed size, heavier than many bags, not water-resistant | Grabby liner, may be confining to larger body types | More expensive than synthetic bags, loses all insulation when wet | Small, catchy/scratchy interior lining |
| Bottom Line | This is a great option for snuggling up with your partner in the outdoors | The cotton canvas shell and flannel liner stuffed with synthetic insulation give this bag a soft, weighted, and cozy warm feel | This bag is warm, soft, and has lots of features and configuration options to adapt to varying climates | Down-filled and rectangular, this is a rare bag and we love it | Warm, comfortable, and great for kids or adults, this bag's price tag makes camping outdoors an affordable affair |
| Rating Categories | Kelty Tru.Comfort 2... | ALPS OutdoorZ Redwood | TETON Sports Polara... | Kelty Galactic 30 | Coleman Brazos |
| Warmth (35%) | |||||
| Comfort (30%) | |||||
| Features (25%) | |||||
| Packed Size (10%) | |||||
| Specs | Kelty Tru.Comfort 2... | ALPS OutdoorZ Redwood | TETON Sports Polara... | Kelty Galactic 30 | Coleman Brazos |
| Claimed Temperature Rating | 20 F | -10 F | 0 F | 30 F | 20 F |
| Measured Weight | 8.8 lbs. | 11.7 lbs. | 8.3 lbs. | 2.1 lbs. (long) | 4.1 lbs. |
| Style | 2-person | Rectangular | Rectangular | Rectangular | Rectangular |
| Draft Tube | None | Full length | Full length | Full length | Full length |
| Neck Baffle | No | No | Yes | No | No |
| Shell Material | 75D 210T High Filament Poly Taffeta | Canvas | Taffeta | 50D Downproof Polyester Taffeta | Polyester |
| Lining Material | 75D 210T Poly Taffeta | 100% cotton | Inner bag: 100% Brushed Poly Flannel Outer bag: PolarLite Fleece |
50D Downproof Polyester Taffeta | Tricot knit |
| Insulation | Cloudloft Insulation | TechLoft | SuperLoft Elite Hollow Fiber | 600 Fill Dridown | Polyester |
| Measured Size L x W | 90" X 60" | 38" x 80" | 82" X 36" | 73" X 34" | 75" X 33" |
This bag's perfect for car or RV camping trips. It will work well in tents (two-man or larger), trailers, or any place else you want to hit the hay, provided there's enough space for a queen-sized bed. We were very interested and a little skeptical when we first took the Tru.Comfort out of the box. Zipping two sleeping bags together isn't that hard, so why one big bag? In the end, we were more pleased than discouraged.
We gave the Tru.Comfort decent scores for warmth. Its Cloudloft Insulation is thick and airy and traps heat well. We spent a few nights in this bag — some alone, some with a companion — and felt its 20-degree rating held up well against nighttime temps in the mid-30s.
We liked the bag's layering options. It can be challenging to find the right temperature for two people — the Tru.Comfort makes a valiant attempt to curb this problem with a large U-shaped zipper and built-in blankets for both sleepers.
The zipper allows users to fold back their half of the bag's top layer. The zipper is on the top of the bag, so when you peel the top layer back, the side edge of the bag is still intact. The zipper does not dip into the foot box, making sure that feet and toes to remain covered. We feel this is a top-notch feature.
Additionally, permanently attached side blankets allow each user to quickly add or subtract an extra layer while within the bag. We like the idea of this feature, but the blanket tends to slip off our shoulders during the night. This became more than just an annoyance when temps were dropping, and we needed the blanket for warmth. In short, we feel these individual blankets should be wider.
We also slept in it alone to see if our warmth ratings would change. They did a little. Larger spaces require more body heat to maintain the same amount of warmth. We did feel more cold spots and measured a slight decrease in the warmth when sleeping solo.
Measuring 60 inches across, the width of a queen-sized bed, the Tru.Comfort scored well in our comfort tests. Our results showed the bag has a decent amount of natural padding.
Additionally, it's Poly-Taffeta lining is very silky and comfortable. Even with two people, the bag is spacious enough to shift around at night without bothering our partner. Another feature is the bag's generous, tailored hood, which effectively holds pillows in place through the night. This is great. Nothing's worse than trying to find an escaping rogue pillow in the middle of the night.
Many of the Tru.Comfort's top features contribute to its warmth and comfort, so we already mentioned them above. First, the effective U-shaped zipper system. Second, the built-in extra blanket. Third, the ample and effective hood that keeps wandering pillows at bay. Additionally, we like the option of completely unzipping and removing the entire top layer of the bag for warmer weather.
Overall, a lot of thought went into this bag's creation. As far as complaints, we have a big one and a smaller one. Big: The built-in blankets could be wider and made from a separate material, like flannel or synthetic fleece that doesn't slip of shoulders in the middle of the night. Small: The zipper design prevents the bag from unfolding entirely and being used as a blanket.
It's a double bag, what did you expect? This bag packs large. However, it's roughly the same dimension of some single bags. This is a result of thinner and silkier lining and shell fabrics, which is great for packing up, but not so great for snagging on a tree branch.
We feel the Tru.Comfort has value for campers looking to save space, time, and weight, as well as camping partners who merely like the idea of one bag instead of two.
GearLab is founded on the principle of honest, objective, reviews. Our experts test thousands of products each year using thoughtful test plans that bring out key performance differences between competing products. And, to assure complete independence, we buy all the products we test ourselves. No cherry-picked units sent by manufacturers. No sponsored content. No ads. Just real, honest, side-by-side testing and comparison.
Learn More
