travel lite cent

New 2023 Travel Lite Cent Std. Model

• Share This RV
• Send to a Friend

• Call For Price!
• Contact Sales
• Apply for Financing
• Send To Friend

Specifications

Description, std. model floorplan.

Travel Lite Cent truck camper highlights

• Hydro-Lite Exterior
• Aluminum Trussed Roof
• 12V Refrigerator
• Stainless Steel Sink
• Outdoor Spray Port

The Travel Lite Cent is a truck camper designed to be lightweight and easy to use. You'll love the kitchen, which is ready to cook any meal with a two-burner Jetboil stove, 12V refrigerator , and stainless steel sink with high-rise faucet. Enjoy those meals at the dinette with free standing table , which has a pull-out bed when you're ready to turn in. Your power needs are covered with a detachable 30 amp power cord , 40 amp converter, and Bargman power cord. 

The lightweight construction of the Cent uses a gray Hydro-Lite exterior , aluminum trussed roof, and laminated floor. There's no wood in this one! Utilities include a 20 lb. LP tank, fresh water tank , and Shur-Flo water pump. You'll be able to extend your camping season with the 20K BTU furnace , and in the summer you can keep cool with the high-efficiency fan. Or you can add the optional 13.5 BTU air conditioner to the roof for even cooler nights!

Standard Features (2023)

Standard Features

• Gray- Hydro-Lite Exterior
• TPO Roof Membrane
• Laminated Floor Construction
• Fresh Water Tank
• Free Standing Table
• High-Rise Kitchen Faucet
• High-Efficiency Fan
• Shur-Flo Water Pump
• 40 Amp Converter
• 2-Burner Jetboil Stove
• 20k BTU Furnace
• Detachable 30 Amp Power Cord
• Bargman Power Cord
• 20# LP Tank
• Monitor Panel
• Backup Camera Prep
• 2000# Detachable Electric Jacks

Optional Equipment

• 13.5 BTU Roof Mount A/C

Please see us for a complete list of features and available options!

All standard features and specifications are subject to change.

All warranty info is typically reserved for new units and is subject to specific terms and conditions. See us for more details.

Due to the current environment, our features and options are subject to change due to material availability.

Save your favorite RVs as you browse. Begin with this one!

Great experience! Will Recommend! Colleen was awesome at helping my girlfriend & I look at a camper that we had in mind. We told her what we want in a floor plan & how many people we needed it to sleep & what our budget was & she had us seated & doing the paper work in an hour of arriving the. We never felt pressured she answered all

Great experience! Very friendly and no pressure to buy. Colleen was great! She listened to us and what we wanted.

Highly recommended! Great working with Ken and his staff. On time delivery as promised. Bought a destination trailer and the guys that set it up were very professional and went over the camper with me. Highly recommended!

• 860-932-2475

Our {brand} prices are so low, {mfg} won't allow us to display our wholesale price without you requesting it. Complete this form and we'll contact you with our wholesale price!

Stock Number {stockNumber} {priceLabel} {msrp} {salePriceLabel} {saleprice}

Your message was sent successfully

A representative has been notified and will be with you shortly.

Close Close

Our lowest price on this item is

This price is only valid for 24 hours from

Stock Number {priceLabel} : :

{discountPriceLabel} :

Sound good? Call us at 8

Close and Continue Shopping

Want to make us an offer on the {product}? Fill out this offer form and we'll get back with you as soon as possible.

Know someone who might be interested in this RV? This just sends them a link to it so they can take a look.

Hi-Way Campers is not responsible for any misprints, typos, or errors found in our website pages. Any price listed excludes sales tax, registration tags, and delivery fees. Manufacturer-provided pictures, specifications and features may be used as needed. Inventory shown may be only a partial listing of the entire inventory. Please contact us at 860-932-2475 for availability as our inventory changes rapidly. All calculated payments are an estimate only and do not constitute a commitment that financing or a specific interest rate or term is available.

Manufacturer and/or stock photographs may be used and may not be representative of the particular unit being viewed. Where an image has a stock image indicator, please confirm specific unit details with your dealer representative.

You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience.

Call to Schedule: (719) 596-2716 

New Inventory

2024 travel lite cent.

• Make: Travel Lite
• Model: Cent
• Market Class: Truck Camper
• Model Number: CENT
• Int. Color: Gray
• VIN #: TTCCC170XR1009465
• Stock #: RV647
• MSRP: $18,928
• Pikes Peak RV Discount: $4,928
• Sales Price: $14,000
• D&H Fee: +$699.50
• Final Price: $14,699.50

Description

Additional options.

• See our Warranty Page for more information

Disclaimer We provide Savings on our vehicles daily based on current inventory supply. Check to see if this vehicle qualifies for a Sale Price. Please contact dealer to verify price, options, and other vehicle details. While we make every effort to ensure the data listed here is correct, there may be instances where some of the factory rebates, incentives, options or vehicle features may be listed incorrectly as we get data from multiple data sources. PLEASE MAKE SURE to confirm the details of this vehicle (such as what factory rebates you may or may not qualify for) with the dealer to ensure its accuracy. Dealer cannot be held liable for data that is listed incorrectly.

Related Vehicles

2024 travel lite upcountry 775, 2024 travel lite atom 600.

Latest: Zion National Park Tips

Travel Lite Camper Buyers Guide

Welcome to the 2019 Travel Lite Camper Buyers Guide with eleven non-slide and cabover-less truck campers classified by price, weight, and capacities.

Travel Lite’s non-slide floor plans are the Air, 625, 690FD, 750, 770 Super Lite, 800X, 890SBRX, and 960RX.  Travel Lite’s cabover-less campers are the Rayzr models.

To contact Travel Lite Campers in Indiana, call 574-457-3924 .  To visit the Travel Lite website, go to  travelliterv.com .  For additional information, request a Travel Lite brochure.

Travel Lite 960RX

The 2019 Travel Lite 960RX is a hard-side, non-slide, wet bath truck camper with an MSRP of $21,120 .  This model is available as a Travel Lite Illusion model .

*Travel Lite 960RX Ultra: dry weight, 2,060 pounds + 25 gallons fresh, 208.5 pounds + 6 gallon full hot water heater, 50 pounds + 2x 20-pound full propane tanks, 40 pounds + battery, 65 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 2,923.5 pounds

Travel Lite 890SBRX

The 2019 Travel Lite 890SBRX is a hard-side, non-slide, wet bath truck camper with an MSRP of $20,920 .  This model is available as a Travel Lite Illusion model .

*Travel Lite 890SBRX: dry weight, 1,950 pounds + 25 gallons fresh, 208.5 pounds + 6 gallon full hot water heater, 50 pounds + 2x 20-pound full propane tanks, 40 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 2,748.5 pounds

Travel Lite 800X

The 2019 Travel Lite 800X is a hard-side, non-slide, wet bath truck camper with an MSRP of $18,630 .

*Travel Lite 800X: dry weight, 1,600 pounds + 25 gallons fresh, 208.5 pounds + 20-pound full propane tank, 20 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 2,328.5 pounds

Travel Lite 770R Super Lite

The 2019 Travel Lite 770R Super Lite is a hard-side, non-slide, wet bath truck camper with an MSRP of $12,580 .  For further information on this model, check out the  Announcing the Travel Lite 770  article and Travel Lite 770 Review .

*Travel Lite 770R Super Lite: dry weight, 1,335 pounds + 9 gallons fresh, 75.1 pounds + 6 gallons hot water heater, 50 pounds + 20-pound full propane tank, 20 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 1980.1 pounds

Travel Lite 770 Super Lite

The 2019 Travel Lite 770 Super Lite is a hard-side, non-slide, wet bath truck camper with an MSRP of $12,580 .

*Travel Lite 770 Super Lite: dry weight, 1,385 pounds + 9 gallons fresh, 75.1 pounds + 20-pound full propane tank, 20 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 1985.1 pounds

Travel Lite 750

The 2019 Travel Lite 750 is a hard-side, non-slide truck camper with an MSRP of $12,290 .

*Travel Lite 750: dry weight, 1,285 pounds + 9 gallons fresh, 75.1 pounds + 20-pound full propane tank, 20 pounds + battery, 65 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 1945.1 pounds

Travel Lite 700

The 2019 Travel Lite 700 is a hard-side, non-slide truck camper with an MSRP of $16,685 .

*Travel Lite 700: dry weight, 1,285 pounds + 9 gallons fresh, 75.1 pounds + 20-pound full propane tank, 20 pounds + battery, 65 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 1945.1 pounds

Travel Lite 690FD

The 2019 Travel Lite 690FD is a hard-side, non-slide truck camper with an MSRP of $15,605 .

*Travel Lite 690FD: dry weight, 1,095 pounds + 15 gallons fresh, 125.1 pounds + 20-pound full propane tank, 20 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 1,740.1 pounds

Travel Lite 625SL

The 2019 Travel Lite 625SL is a hard-side, non-slide truck camper with an MSRP of $16,250 .  For further information on this model, check out the   Announcing the Travel Lite 625  article and  Travel Lite 625 Review .

*Travel Lite 625: dry weight, 1,095 pounds + 9 gallons fresh, 75.1 pounds + 20-pound full propane tank, 20 pounds + battery, 65 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 1,755.1 pounds

Travel Lite 610R

The 2019 Travel Lite 610R is a hard-side, non-slide truck camper with an MSRP of $16,695 .

*Travel Lite 610R: dry weight, 1,285 pounds + 9 gallons fresh, 75.1 pounds + 20-pound full propane tank, 20 pounds + battery, 65 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 1945.1 pounds

Travel Lite Air 590

The 2019 Travel Lite Air 590 is a hard-side, non-slide truck camper with an MSRP of $12,268 .  For further information on this model, check out the   Announcing the Travel Lite Air  article and the  Travel Lite Air Review .

*Travel Lite Air: dry weight, 1,120 pounds + 10 gallons fresh, 83.4 pounds + one battery, 65 pounds + 20-pound full propane tank, 20 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 1,788.4 pounds

The 2019 Rayzr FK is a hard-side, non-slide truck camper with an MSRP of $11,895 .  For further information on this model, check out Announcing the Travel Lite Rayzr Campers .

*Rayzr FK: dry weight, 1,075 pounds + 9 gallons fresh, 75.1 pounds + 20-pound full propane tanks, 20 pounds + 1 battery, 65 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 1,735.1 pounds

The 2019 Rayzr FB is a hard-side, non-slide truck camper with an MSRP of $10,495 .  For further information on this model, check out the   Travel Lite Rayzr FB Review .

*Rayzr FB: dry weight, 1,070 pounds + 9 gallons fresh, 75.1 pounds + 20-pound full propane tanks, 20 pounds + 1 battery, 65 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 1,730.1 pounds

The 2019 Rayzr FB-M is a hard-side, non-slide truck camper with an MSRP of $10,495 .  For further information on this model, check out Announcing the Travel Lite Rayzr Campers  and the  Travel Lite Rayzr FB Review .

*Rayzr FB-M: dry weight, 935 pounds + 9 gallons fresh, 75.1 pounds + 20-pound full propane tanks, 20 pounds + 1 battery, 65 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 1,595.1 pounds

The 2019 Rayzr SS is a hard-side, non-slide truck camper with an MSRP of $9,235 .

*Rayzr SS: dry weight, 885 pounds + 20-pound full propane tanks, 20 pounds + 1 battery, 65 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 1,470 pounds

Truck Camper Dry and Wet Weights

Truck camper base dry weights have been provided by the manufacturers.  Be aware that (a) each manufacturer has different standards and options that are included or excluded from their base dry weights, and (b) very few truck campers leave the factory without additional options.   Make sure to add the weight of additional options for your truck and camper matching calculations. 

The Truck Camper Magazine Buyers Guide uses a standardized equation to calculate truck camper wet weights. Starting with the manufacturers base dry weight, the equation adds the full fresh water weight, full hot water heater weight, full propane tank weight, battery weight, and 500 pounds for stuff.

Click here to read all  Travel Lite articles in TCM .  All dry weights, specifications, capacities, and photographs were provided by Travel Lite Campers.

Recommended for you

Home » Buyers Guide » Hard Side Campers » Travel Lite Camper Buyers Guide

Campers for Sale

• Request Information
• Subscribe Free
• RV Shows & Rallies
• 31.5k Followers
• 46.8k Followers
• 6.1k Followers
• 22.9k Followers

Latest Content

Zion National Park: The Bucket List

Fellow truck campers share their hiking, camping, and adventure tips for visiting Zion National...

Kingstar Announces Cassette Toilet Upgrade

As a rolling change for 2024, all Kingstar truck campers now feature Thetford cassette...

Hitch Extension Beef Up

James Thomas shares his Hitch Extension Beef Up with extra safety cables and chains...

FlexArmor Four Year Review

After four years with our FlexArmor spray-on RV roof system, we report our pros...

Polished Aluminum Marker Light Bezel

Grant Davidson shares a Polished Aluminum Marker Light Bezel he added to his 1965...

More Latest Content

• New Camper Arrivals
• Used Truck Campers
• Closeout Campers

Manufacturers

• Lance Camper
• Northern Lite
• Hallmark RV
• Alaskan Campers
• Palomino RV
• Soaring Eagle
• Cube Series
• Supertramp Campers
• Northstar Campers
• Four Wheel Campers
• Phoenix Campers
• Capri Campers
• Overland Explorer
• Rugged Mountain
• Grumpy Bear
• Total Composites
• Hotomobil US
• Citation Explore

Gear Companies

• Torklift Intl.
• Rieco-Titan
• Hellwig Products

The Best Truck Campers for Midsize Pickups

Share this:.

• Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
• Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)

Slide-in truck campers for midsize pickup trucks are perfect for the off-grid overlanding and remote camping lifestyle that has blossomed over the last couple of decades. There’s nothing wrong with a cushy mattress, a heater, and hot food when you’re in the middle of nowhere. 

With slide-in truck campers weighing as much or more than 3,500 pounds, however, it can sometimes feel like the midsize pickup truck owner has been left out in the cold. The truth is that some manufacturers offer well-built and generously outfitted slide-in truck campers for the midsize pickup truck market.

Small truck-camper-focused builders as well as major RV corporations with multiple RV types and brands have stepped up and met the rising demand for smaller and lighter slide-in truck campers. Now let’s go shopping for a slide-in truck camper for that truck of yours, whether it be a Toyota Tacoma , Chevy Colorado , GMC Canyon , Ford Ranger , Jeep Gladiator , Nissan Frontier , and even the Honda Ridgeline .

BunduTec USA Campers Topi

Four wheel campers swift, four wheel campers fleet, northstar campers 600ss, outfitter manufacturing campers caribou lite 6.5, palomino rv backpack ss-500, phoenix pop up campers l1, phoenix pop up campers stealthy-mini, scout campers yoho, travel lite rv cent.

• Dry weight 1,330 lbs.
• Overall length 135 in.
• Exterior width 80 in.
• Exterior height closed 64.25 in.
• Interior height open 75 in.
• Interior height closed 54-7/8 in.
• Floor length 73 in.
• Floor width 41.25 in.
• LPG capacity 20 lbs.
• Fresh water capacity 11 gals.
• Base price $19,963

BunduTec USA offers truck campers, vehicle rooftop tents , and awnings to support the outdoor lifestyle and the desire to reach out-of-the-way places.

While the rooftop tents and awnings are imported, all BunduTec USA truck campers are made in the USA.

The company builds hard-walled and pop-top truck campers in a variety of floorplans. All its pop-top roofs can be raised with the push of a button with the camper’s standard electric lift system, making them convenient and quick to set up for camping.

Of most interest in this case is the BunduTec USA Topi. The Topi pop-up slide-in truck camper has a base dry weight of 1,330 pounds and is designed to fit most midsize pickups with 5-foot or 6-foot bed lengths with the tailgate removed.

Standard equipment aboard the BunduTec USA Topi begins with a 1.9-cubic-foot 12V refrigerator, a single stainless-steel sink, a pull-out kitchen faucet, a pressurized water system, and a two-burner drop-in stove in the galley area. Comfort and convenience standards include an electric roof vent, a 12,000 BTU furnace heater, privacy window shades, a tinted entrance door with a screen, lots of interior storage compartments, and locking exterior compartments.

The Topi’s electrical system features a 30A shore-power cord with adapter, 25A converter, 12V outlet, dual USB outlets, GFCI outlet, LED lighting, and a G27 AGM battery. A portable solar port helps keep the system charged when off-grid.

Build options are numerous and BunduTec campers can be customized to fit your style of outdoor adventure. Some of these options are a combination furnace/water heater, insulated windows, lithium charging converter, independent 3,000W inverter, rear wall air conditioner, 170W or 340W solar packages, dual G27 AGM batteries, porta potty, roof racks, entry steps, rear wall ladders, awnings, and an exterior storage box.

• Base dry weight 935 lbs.
• Overall length 118 in.
• Exterior width 75 in.
• Exterior height closed 55 in.
• Interior height open 6 ft., 4 in.
• Floor length 5 ft., 10 in.
• Fresh water capacity 20 gals.
• LPG capacity 20 lbs. (two 10-lb. tanks)
• Base price $25,625

Four Wheel Campers produces custom truck campers based on multiple platforms. Choices range from the company’s super-lightweight Project M Topper camper shell to its large flatbed truck campers. In between those bookends are a collection of slide-in pop-top campers for pickups from midsize to 1-ton capacity.

Four Wheel Campers offers two slide-in pop-up truck camper models — the Swift (5-foot bed) and the Fleet (6-foot bed) — that are appropriate for the midsize pickup category we’re focused on here. The Swift has a base model dry weight of 935 pounds and was designed to fit midsize pickups with 5.5-foot beds. The Fleet is slightly larger than the Swift, designed for 6-foot beds, and listed with a 1,045-pound base model dry weight.

The Swift slide-in truck camper from Four Wheel Campers comes as a rollover couch platform in its standard form. The rollover couch starts as a 62 x 33-inch couch with storage underneath and can roll out into a considerably wider flat sleeping platform. Its cabover bed is a slide-out of 76 inches long by 72 inches wide.

Standard features for the Swift include a kitchen area with Formica countertops, stainless steel sink with an electric water pump, a two-burner propane stove, and a 65L-capacity two-way refrigerator/freezer.

Electrics in the Four Wheel Campers Swift model includes a shore-power 110V system, Camper Battery System (battery, wiring, and battery isolator), 30A power converter with an IQ4 Smart Charger, multiple 12V outlets, and LED interior and outside porch lights. An LP/CO detector, smoke detector, and fire extinguisher are standard safety gear offered. The roof is also prewired for solar panels.

Nice touches such as a finished wood interior, a three-piece portable dining table, a powered roof fan, privacy curtains, and a screen door are all part of the Swift’s standard feature package. The Swift pop-up camper’s exterior is an all-aluminum construction, with a one-piece roof, insulation in the side walls and roof, and waterproof marine-grade cloth pop-up sides.

Its pop-top is manually operated but easily opened and shut by one person due to its gas strut roof lift assists. Folding lift panels on both ends lock the roof in the up position.

There are numerous options in the Swift model slide-in truck camper that can help deliver a camper package ideal for your needs. Build your own with creature comforts like a forced air furnace with a thermostat, a water heater with an outside shower, a roof-mounted 160W solar panel with a charger controller, a dual 12V battery package, or a porta-potty.

Other nice extras to choose from are a 270-degree awning, roof racks, a rear wall ladder, and camper jacks.

• Base dry weight 1,045 lbs.
• Overall length 128 in.
• Floor length 80 in.
• Base Price $25,625

Aside from being a bit larger and heavier than the Swift, the Four Wheel Campers Fleet model bears an almost identical resemblance to its little brother. The Fleet’s construction, standard features, and available options are nearly the same. The Fleet does, however, offer some upgraded options and a wider selection of floorplans than the Swift .

The Fleet can be built in the same rollover couch configuration as the Swift, but additional floorplans include a side dinette layout and a front dinette design that can accommodate an optional inside shower and a cassette toilet.

• Base dry weight 1,258 lbs.
• Overall length 12 ft., 2 in.
• Exterior width 6 ft., 5 in.
• Exterior height closed 5 ft., 1.5 in.
• Interior height open 6 ft., 11 in.
• Interior height closed 4 ft., 10 in.
• Floor length 6 ft., 3 in.
• Fresh water capacity 17 gals.
• LPG Capacity 20 lbs.
• Base Price $24,995

Northstar Campers is solely focused on truck campers. It’s what they do, and it’s been that way since the company was started in 1955. All Northstar Campers, whether it’s a pop-up or a hard-wall camper, are hand-built.

Each begins with a 5/8-inch insulated underlayment floor to cover the full length and width of the camper. Body construction features a reinforced frame and galvanized steel corners for strength. All joints are glued and then secured with hardened steel screws. The walls and the roof feature hand-fitted foam block insulation, and a fiberglass exterior.

Every hard-wall camper gets insulated windows as standard, and the signature Northstar Camper “Sub Zero” package is a popular addition to any of its pop-up campers for added protection against winter weather.

With a base dry weight of 1,250 pounds, the Northstar Campers 600SS pop-up camper is designed to fit Tacoma, Canyon, Colorado, Ranger, and Frontier. The pop-up soft-sided Northstar 600SS is loaded with standard features that come with the base model. Some of the standouts on the long list include a 3.7-cubic-foot three-way (LPG, 110V, 12V refrigerator with a removable freezer, glass-top two-burner stove, furnace heater with thermostat, and an electric roof-lift system.

A swing-away table system, a 6-inch gel high-density memory foam mattress, a 30A adapter with a 15A lighted power cord, and a screened entry door with a deadbolt and gas strut are also standard equipment.

Highlights of the options available for the Northstar Campers 600SS include niceties such as an autoignition water heater with an exterior shower and a bypass and single-lever faucet with a pull-out sprayer.

Other option choices are an upgraded refrigerator, rear window air conditioner, roof air conditioner, audio systems, TV antenna, and electric corner jacks. Awnings, steps, roof racks, a 1,000W converter, and a 170W solar panel with a 30A controller are also available options for the Northstar Campers 600SS model.

• Base dry weight 950 lbs.
• Overall length 134 in.
• Exterior width 83 in.
• Exterior height closed 59.5 in.
• Interior height open 83.5 in.
• Floor length 81 in.
• Fresh water capacity 24 gals.
• LPG capacity 20 lb. tank
• Base price $22,995

Outfitter Manufacturing Campers combines a tradition of quality with modern technologies and materials in the design and construction of all its truck campers. The company offers slide-in truck campers to fit every size of pickup truck on the market, including a lightweight unit specifically designed for the midsize pickup truck category.

Outfitter Manufacturing’s Caribou Lite 6.5 slide-in truck camper is the company’s lightest weight (base dry weight of 950 pounds), lowest profile, and most economical option for the midsize truck owner looking for a full-featured slide-in truck camper. It features a fully welded aluminum roof and frame with vacuum-bonded composite hard walls, block foam insulation, and a UV-protected white fiberglass exterior.

A torsion-assist roof lift system and insulated Weblon soft-side walls make the Caribou Lite 6.5 quick and easy to set up. A sliding cab-through window is also standard equipment.

Standard interior feature highlights include a full-size cabover bed that pulls out to make a queen bed, birch doors and cabinets, a 16,000-BTU furnace, a powered roof vent, pressure freshwater fill, an electric water pump, and LP and carbon monoxide detectors.

A 1.9-cubic-foot three-way (AC/DC/LPG) refrigerator and three-burner cooktop make up the galley. The standard Caribou Lite 6.5 electrical system includes a 45A converter with a three-stage charger, and 110V and 12V outlets.   The list of options for the Caribou Lite 6.5 pop-up slide-in truck camper runs the gamut from an electric lift system for the roof to additional 110V and 12V outlets. Major upgrades in that wide range of extras include a cassette toilet, a north-south (aligned with the length of the camper rather than the width) cabover bed configuration, an outside shower with a water heater, and awnings.

Larger capacity (3.0 and 3.8 cubic feet) refrigerators, solar panel systems, dual battery systems, air conditioner systems, audio systems, and a TV antenna can also be added to your Caribou Lite 6.5 camper build.

• Base dry weight 1,197 lbs.
• Overall length 12 ft., 8 in.
• Exterior width 76 in.
• Exterior height closed 6 ft.
• Interior height open 7 ft.
• Floor length 6 ft.
• Fresh water capacity 9 gals.
• Base Price $17,894

Palomino RV harbors several brands under its corporate wings that include the Backpack, Real Lite, and Rogue lines of truck campers. the Backpack and Real Lite brands, there are hard-wall and soft-side campers for pickup trucks ranging from midsize to one-ton capacity dual-rear-wheel models. The Rogue lineup features tilt-top campers in sizes that ride just on the edge between compact and half-ton and are probably better left to the larger of those two pickup truck categories.

We’ll focus on the Palomino RV Backpack SS-500 soft-side pop-up truck camper for this discussion. It’s virtually identical to the Real Lite SS-1600 . Coming in at a base dry weight of 1,197 pounds, the SS-500 is a good choice for owners of most midsize pickup trucks like the Jeep Gladiator, Ford Ranger, and others.

Loaded with standard features, the Backpack SS-500 slide-in truck camper offers high-density block foam insulation in the walls and roof, aluminum framing, plywood substrate, high-gloss exterior fiberglass, and Alpha Superflex TPO membrane on the roof for the ultimate in leak-proof coverage and UV protection.

Standard features for the Backpack SS-500 pop-up camper include nice touches such as hardwood cabinets, pocket screw lumber core cabinet stiles, ball-bearing drawer glides, and Congoleum brand flooring. 

A single battery inside a vented box, battery quick disconnect, exterior battery charging station, and LED interior lighting round out the electrical system.

One of the nicest standards on the Backpack SS-500 is a 55-inch one-piece door for easy entry and egress. A 20,000-BTU heater furnace and a three-way (110V, 12V, LPG) refrigerator come with the base camper, as does an electric roof lift system with remote control, pre-wiring for electric camper jacks, solar system prep, and a power fan roof vent.

Among the options commonly ordered for the Palomino RV Backpack SS-500 are accessories such as an air conditioner, an entry step, and a 100W solar panel. An optional audio system, a 5-foot box awning, and a water heater/outside shower make life a lot nicer when camping. 

You can also get Mesa Maple cabinets (lighter wood) or Greystone Maple cabinets (for a darker look). The premium optional Badlands Package also gets you a roof rack, a 100W solar panel with a charge controller, and a second battery tray for the Backpack SS-500 slide-in truck camper.

• Base dry weight 900 lbs.
• Overall length 141 in.
• Exterior width 78 in.
• Exterior height closed 56 in.
• Interior height open 76 in.
• Interior height closed 48 in.
• Floor length 71 in.
• LPG capacity 20 lb.
• Base price $32,995

Phoenix Pop Up Campers takes a completely different approach to truck campers. Among its products for pickups and flatbed trucks, Phoenix Pop Up Campers offer four different basic models for midsize trucks. From there on, it’s all a custom creation.

With a custom build menu on its website, Phoenix allows you to pick and choose from among the dozens of galley appointments, appliances, electronics, creature comforts, and cabinet arrangements in a wide variety of finishes to create your personalized pop-up truck camper.

Two of the most popular Phoenix Pop Up Campers models are the Level 1 and Stealthy-Mini. Both can be sized for midsize trucks with 5.5-foot or 6-foot beds. All slide-in Phoenix Pop Up Campers begin with a double-welded aluminum cage frame, fiberglass siding, and a molded aerodynamic cabover nose. Extruded polystyrene insulation fills the wall and ceiling.

A Level 1 build gets an electric roof lift system, a 20-pound vented LPG tank system, a 20-gallon fresh water tank, and a 175W solar battery charging system. The Level 1 package also features a 30A converter and 110V shore power system, auxiliary deep cycle Group 24 battery, 100A lithium battery system, LED roof lights, and a three-speed reversible electric fan roof vent are also included.

The Level 1 offers a cabover queen-size bed with a 5-inch-thick combination foam/memory gel mattress and a dinette and table setup that can convert to a second bed. A large side window, front opening window, and louvered side window come with privacy curtains of your choice.

The Base Birch clear-stain wood cabinetry and solid surface counters house a sink and two-burner stove combo, a 2.3-cubic-foot two-way refrigerator/freezer, and a 10,000-BTU furnace heater.

• Base dry weight 800 lbs.
• Overall length 130 in.
• Exterior height closed 51 in.
• Interior height open 74 in.
• Interior height closed 44 in.
• Floor length 60 in.
• Base price $29,740

The Stealthy Mini package swaps the convertible dinette for a couch that folds down into a second bed and replaces the Level 1 storage cabinet with a cooler/portable refrigerator area. From there on, you can go wild with further customization.

Almost everything you can imagine having in your truck camper can be delivered. A choice of more than a dozen cabinetry wood finishes, as well as multiple selections of countertops can also be ordered for your Phoenix Pop Up Camper.

• Base dry weight 920 lbs.
• Overall length 121 in.
• Exterior height 78 in.
• Exterior (body) width 74.75 in.
• Interior height 75 in.
• Floor length 69 in.
• Floor width 39.5 in.
• Fresh water capacity 4.9 gals.
• LPG capacity 10-lb. tank
• Base price $22,945

Scout Campers produces three slide-in truck campers — the Yoho, Olympic, and the Kenai. All three campers share a design ethic of lightweight and modular construction that is built to last. The Olympic and Kenai are a good fit for half-ton capacity and greater pickups, while the Yolo is aimed squarely at the midsize pickup truck market.

The Yoho has a base dry weight of just 934 pounds and offers standard equipment that would be options for other truck campers of the same category. Its all-aluminum framing and gel coat fiberglass exterior and roof (with a composite substrate) provide a sturdy and well-insulated shell that’s designed for four-season camping.

A short list of standard features for the Yoho includes thermal pane windows and a moon roof with screens and solar reflective shades, a convertible dinette lounge/second bed, stainless steel sink with direct exterior drain, a 10-pound LPG tank in a vented compartment with a quick-disconnect for an accessory hookup, 175W solar panel, portable 1,500W lithium power station, LED lights, and portable water storage with filtration.

The standard equipment roster for the Scout Campers Yoho continues with items such as a 4-cubic-foot gear locker, portable 4.9-gallon fuel can, 21-inch entry door with clear glass window and snap-on cover, and removable flooring. Security and safety standards include a solar porch light with a motion sensor, a fire extinguisher, and smoke, gas, and carbon monoxide detectors.

The choices of optional equipment and amenities are numerous. Popular add-ons to enhance your off-grid experience are a 45L portable refrigerator/freezer, dual-zone cooktop designed specifically for Scout, 270-degree awning, rear-mounted diesel heater, and roof racks.

The Yoho campers’ minimalist design is evidenced by the lack of a shore power connection and the focus on independence through its use of solar power systems, and its modular portable amenities like the fridge/freezer and indoor/outdoor gas cooktop offer a greater degree of versatility during outdoor adventures.

• Base dry weight 940 lbs.
• Overall length 77.5 in.
• Exterior height 77.5 in.
• Exterior (body) width 77.5 in.
• Interior height 74.25 in.
• Fresh water capacity 13 gals.
• Base price $16,895

Travel Lite RV offers travel trailers and truck campers. Its four slide-in truck camper offerings are the Up Country 750, Up Country 650, Atom, and the Cent. All four members of Travel Lite RV’s line of slide-in truck campers feature aluminum and laminated (no wood) construction.

While the Up Country 750, Up Country 650, and Atom are best suited for full-size pickup trucks, the Cent slide-in truck camper has a base dry weight of just 940 pounds and was designed specifically for midsize trucks.

Admittedly, the Travel Lite Cent is a somewhat atypical design for a truck camper, lacking the protruding cabover section that would normally accommodate the primary sleeping quarters of most truck campers. The configuration of the Cent slide-in truck camper allows it to be light and small enough to fit just about any midsize pickup with a short bed. The unique camper design is also great for people who want to put a roof rack on the cab of the truck to carry bulky gear like bikes and whitewater kayaks.

Highlights of the Cent truck camper stock gear list include amenities such as a stainless-steel sink, a high-rise kitchen faucet, an electric water pump, a high-efficiency vent fan, a compact portable two-burner stove, a 20,000-BTU furnace heater, a 20-pound LPG tank, and a 12V refrigerator.

Electrics like the detachable 30A shore power cord, a 40A converter, and a system monitor panel make power management simple. The only option available at the time of this report for the Cent was a side-mount air conditioner.

The basic floorplan of the Travel Lite Cent slide-in truck camper delivers a side dinette that converts into a pull-out bed. That being its only sleeping accommodation makes the Cent too small for more than two people unless some sleep on the floor. Nonetheless, the Travel Lite Cent is offered with a host of available standard equipment and comes ready for off-grid adventures.

Truck Camper Buying Tips

Slide-in truck camper weight ratings.

First and foremost is the relationship between truck camper weights and the payload capacity of the midsize pickup truck you own or are planning to own. Truck campers are listed with a “base dry weight.” That number is the weight of the camper in its most basic configuration. Normally that number is without any optional equipment and without any fluids (water).

Why is that important? When you begin shopping for a slide-in truck camper, either building it custom or buying off a dealer lot, it will very likely be outfitted with numerous accessories and options that were not accounted for in that advertised base dry weight. Those options can add hundreds of pounds of additional weight, pushing the camper over or dangerously close to your intended vehicle’s payload capacity. That can cause irregular and unsafe handling behavior or serious damage to your pickup truck.

Luckily, some manufacturers offer weight calculators on their websites that can total up all the options you order and give you a final overall weight of the finished build. Sometimes, those overall build weights will be available from the RV dealership. If all else fails, you may have to find a way to weigh the camper. Be sure you know these real weights before you buy a truck camper for your midsize pickup.

Not All Pickups Are the Same

Payload ratings for pickup trucks are different for each body configuration and drivetrain type for every brand of pickup truck. For example, the payload rating for the 2023 Ford Ranger SuperCab 4×2 with a 6-foot bed is 1,905 pounds.

The payload rating for the 2023 Ford Ranger Tremor 4×4 with a 5-foot bed is 1,478 pounds. The 2023 Toyota Tacoma AccessCab SR5 V-6 4×2 with a 6-foot bed has a payload rating of 1,525 pounds, while the 2023 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab SR5 4×4 is rated at 1,105 pounds.

Not sure about the payload capacity of your truck? It will be on the sticker usually posted in the driver’s doorjamb or some other easily accessed location of the truck. If worse comes to worst, find the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of your truck. Weigh your truck at a public scale, then subtract its weight from the truck’s GVWR. The difference will give you a payload rating you can work with.

Sleeping Space

Most truck campers designed for midsize trucks come with a cabover bed that is referred to as a queen size. Be sure to get measurements of that bed. They can be smaller than a typical home queen bed. Some manufacturers will offer a larger cabover bed and a mattress that is more than a foam pad. A few offer gel/memory foam mattresses. 

Almost all truck campers will offer a dinette/seating area that converts to a bed. These are rarely large enough to sleep an adult. More often than not, the bed made from a convertible couch or dinette will be best suited for children or teens. The manufacturer may advertise the camper as sleeping four, but that doesn’t mean four adults.   

Kitchen Appliances

Truck campers meant for midsize pickups usually provide basic stoves and small sinks in the galley area. Two-burner stoves with piezo-electric ignition and larger sinks are almost always an option. Most come standard with a small refrigerator, but larger optional refrigerator/freezers are commonly offered as options.

If your style of camping includes frequent outdoor dining or cooking on a portable grill or campfire, a basic kitchen with a small refrigerator augmented by an ice chest may be just the thing for you. It will keep your costs and the weight of your camper down.

It’s rare to find a truck camper for a midsize truck with much more than a porta-potty or storage space for a porta-potty. A few companies offer optional built-in toilet and even shower facilities, but again that will add cost and weight, and take up space that might have been better used for storage space. Outside showers with water heaters are also offered as options for some truck campers designed for midsize trucks as well.

Storage Space

Interior storage space is often found under or along the sides of the cabover bed and under dinette seating or fold-down couches in smaller truck campers. Some offer dedicated shelved storage space, and most offer storage in the kitchen cabinets underneath the stove and sink.

Large exterior storage spaces are not commonly found in smaller truck campers, but some manufacturers do offer locking exterior storage. Roof racks are a common option on truck campers for midsize pickups, and these do come in handy for larger items such as canoes and bicycles.

Electrics, Gas, and Water

Every camper comes with some sort of power source such as a battery to run the internal electrical equipment like the lighting, refrigerator, water pump, roof vent fans, and any optional equipment such as audio systems.

The camper batteries are in many cases capable of being charged through connection to the truck’s charging system while you’re driving. Most all truck campers are also equipped with what’s called shore power or camp power connections that link the camper into electrical outlets often found in improved campgrounds and RV parks. The camper batteries can also be kept charged when you’re boondocking through solar charging systems or high-capacity portable battery systems that are usually options.

Gas (LPG) tanks are standard equipment on almost all truck campers, and most hold 20 pounds of propane to run cooking stoves, furnace/heaters, or three-way refrigerators. Water tanks are almost universally available in truck campers meant for midsize pickups, typically with 20-gallon or fewer capacities.

Numerous aftermarket products are available that can help your pickup truck better handle the weight of the camper. High-quality replacement shock absorbers will provide better suspension damping and overall stability while driving.

Some trucks will sag a bit in the rear end with a camper loaded up. Helper spring kits for the rear end can raise the ride height. Air-bag systems for the rear suspension are also a good choice for managing the camper’s effect on your truck.                 

Yes, it can be financed through your bank or credit union. RV dealers and manufacturers often have financing options they can offer as well. Unfortunately, the slide-in truck camper can’t be financed as part of the truck purchase because the camper is not a permanent structure of the truck. Truck camper loan terms are commonly 10 to 20 years.

Slide-in truck campers use special brackets that mount to the truck (the better systems use frame-mounted brackets) and to the camper body. These truck and camper mounts (usually four, two on each side) are connected by turnbuckles that can be adjusted to securely join the camper to the truck. Attaching the camper to the truck frame offers greater stability for the camper than attaching it to the body of the truck.

A sheet of 1-inch plywood with a 3/8-inch soft rubber mat on top is recommended by the manufacturers we contacted. It creates a sturdy support platform between the truck bed and the bottom of the camper, and the plywood/rubber combo resists camper sliding and makes the truck bed and camper connection more stable.

The 2023 Toyota Tacoma has a payload capacity of 1,050 to 1,685 pounds, with the higher end of that spectrum on the base SR and SR5 model trucks. The higher optioned and better off-road 2023 Tacoma TRD Pro only has 1,050 to 1,135 pounds of payload capacity.

Remember payload includes fuel, people, and gear, on top of the camper weight. People, gear, and the modification you’re likely to do add up to quite a lot, leaving very little load capacity left in a Tacoma. A great place to start your shopping for a Toyota Tacoma truck camper is the Four Wheel Campers Swift.

The 2023 Honda Ridgeline has a payload capacity of 1,509 to 1,583 pounds, which is quite impressive for a midsize U.S. pickup. Any of the campers on our list are suitable in terms of payload, but the lighter and more streamlined the camper the better for a unibody truck like the Ridgeline. A great place to start your shopping for a Honda Ridgeline truck camper is the Phoenix Pop Up Campers Stealthy-Mini.

The 10 Best Camper Trailers of 2023

From solo travelers to couples, families, and groups, here are the most reliable, enjoyable camper trailers for road trips and overland adventures. Read more…

The 10 Most Fuel-Efficient 4x4/AWD Pickups of 2024

These fuel-efficient pickups will help you do more and spend less. Here are the 4x4 trucks that won't make you cringe looking at gas prices. Read more…

A passion for anything automotive (especially off-road vehicles), camping, and photography led Stuart to a life exploring the mountains and deserts of the Southwest and Baja, and a career in automotive, outdoor, and RV journalism. He has held editorial staff positions at publications such as Four Wheeler, 4Wheel & Off-Road, Jp (all-Jeep), Trailer Boats, and Camping Life. When not behind a camera or in front of a computer, Stuart can often be found behind the wheel.

Follow Us On

Subscribe Now

Get adventure news and gear reviews in your inbox!

Join Our GearJunkie Newsletter

Gear Top Stories Deals

Become a Dealer | Contact TLRV

2022 Extended Stay Truck Campers

You will want to extend your vacation with one of these Extended Stay Truck Campers by Travel Lite. Each Extended Stay Truck Camper is committed to long-lasting quality with its solid wood construction, R7 insulated walls, and double plywood insulated floor. Inside each of these truck campers is a unit inspired by modern luxury homes with attractive neutral decor colors. Each model has all of the features you need, like a refrigerator, stove, and storage areas throughout the camper.

These lightweight RVs give you a comfortable living area while still freeing up your truck’s hitch for you to bring along your toys. You can have all of the luxuries of a travel trailer inside any one of these Travel Lite Extended Stay truck campers. Extended Stay Truck Campers by Travel Lite RV give you everything you need for your long adventures across the country or even a weekend of fishing with your buddies!

Standard and Optional Features

• Standard Features
• Optional Equipment
• Somyln Color Interior
• Grey Hydro-Lite Exterior
• Gel Coat Fiberglass Cap
• TPO Roof Membrane
• Aluminum Trussed Roof
• Laminated Floor Construction
• Fresh Water Tank
• Single Bowl Stainless Steel Sink
• High Rise Kitchen Faucet
• Shur-Flo Water Pump
• 40AMP Converter
• 12V Refrigerator
• 2-Burner Jetboil Stove
• 20K BTU Furnace
• *20# LP  Tank
• Detachable 30 AMP Power Cord
• Bargman Power Cord
• 200 w Solar Panel
• Monitor Panel
• Outdoor Spray Port
• B/U Camera Prep
• 2000# Deacheble Electric Jacks

OPTIONAL EXTERIORS

• Matte White
• Matte Charcoal

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

• Wireless Electric Jacks w/Battery
• AM/FM/HDMI Stereo W-Indoor/Outdoor Speakers
• Microwave-Stainless Steel
• TV- 22″ Digital HD TV/DVD Combo (12v&110v)
• 13.5k BTU Roof Mount A/C
• Fantastic Vent in Center (All Floor Plans) N/A with A/C
• Fantastic Vent in Bathroom (All Floor Plans)
• Aluminum Scissor Steps
• CSA Construction (Canada Dealers Only)
• Dually Brackets
• Jackknife Sofa (Std in 840SBRX Only)
• State Seal (NE, OR, WA)

Available Floor Plans

Weights and Measurements

Truck Fitment Use our truck fitment tool to see what floorplans fit your truck

Hidden Data

Front end form data.

• Make _Select Make Chevrolet Ford GMC Honda Jeep Nissan Ram Toyota
• Model Select
• Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
• Hidden Dealer Email
• Customer Name * Customer First Customer Last
• Customer Phone Number *
• Customers Email Address *
• VIN Number *
• Dealer Repair Order Number *
• Date of Purchase
• How Many Issues Are Submitting * 1 2 3

Warranty Claim Issue 1

• Issue Solution (Proposed) *
• Parts Needed *
• Repair Time *
• Photo of Issue * Max. file size: 1 GB.
• Issue Description *

Warranty Claim Issue 2

Warranty claim issue 3.

• Name * First Last
• Address * Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Afghanistan Albania Algeria American Samoa Andorra Angola Anguilla Antarctica Antigua and Barbuda Argentina Armenia Aruba Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahamas Bahrain Bangladesh Barbados Belarus Belgium Belize Benin Bermuda Bhutan Bolivia Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba Bosnia and Herzegovina Botswana Bouvet Island Brazil British Indian Ocean Territory Brunei Darussalam Bulgaria Burkina Faso Burundi Cabo Verde Cambodia Cameroon Canada Cayman Islands Central African Republic Chad Chile China Christmas Island Cocos Islands Colombia Comoros Congo Congo, Democratic Republic of the Cook Islands Costa Rica Croatia Cuba Curaçao Cyprus Czechia Côte d'Ivoire Denmark Djibouti Dominica Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Estonia Eswatini Ethiopia Falkland Islands Faroe Islands Fiji Finland France French Guiana French Polynesia French Southern Territories Gabon Gambia Georgia Germany Ghana Gibraltar Greece Greenland Grenada Guadeloupe Guam Guatemala Guernsey Guinea Guinea-Bissau Guyana Haiti Heard Island and McDonald Islands Holy See Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Iran Iraq Ireland Isle of Man Israel Italy Jamaica Japan Jersey Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kiribati Korea, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Republic of Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Lao People's Democratic Republic Latvia Lebanon Lesotho Liberia Libya Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macao Madagascar Malawi Malaysia Maldives Mali Malta Marshall Islands Martinique Mauritania Mauritius Mayotte Mexico Micronesia Moldova Monaco Mongolia Montenegro Montserrat Morocco Mozambique Myanmar Namibia Nauru Nepal Netherlands New Caledonia New Zealand Nicaragua Niger Nigeria Niue Norfolk Island North Macedonia Northern Mariana Islands Norway Oman Pakistan Palau Palestine, State of Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Pitcairn Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Romania Russian Federation Rwanda Réunion Saint Barthélemy Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Lucia Saint Martin Saint Pierre and Miquelon Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Samoa San Marino Sao Tome and Principe Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia Seychelles Sierra Leone Singapore Sint Maarten Slovakia Slovenia Solomon Islands Somalia South Africa South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands South Sudan Spain Sri Lanka Sudan Suriname Svalbard and Jan Mayen Sweden Switzerland Syria Arab Republic Taiwan Tajikistan Tanzania, the United Republic of Thailand Timor-Leste Togo Tokelau Tonga Trinidad and Tobago Tunisia Turkmenistan Turks and Caicos Islands Tuvalu Türkiye US Minor Outlying Islands Uganda Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom United States Uruguay Uzbekistan Vanuatu Venezuela Viet Nam Virgin Islands, British Virgin Islands, U.S. Wallis and Futuna Western Sahara Yemen Zambia Zimbabwe Åland Islands Country
• Select Model * Extended Stay Truck Camper Rayzr Truck Camper Super Lite Truck Camper Rove Lite Ultra Lightweight Travel Trailer Other
• Other Model *
• Purchase Date * MM slash DD slash YYYY
• Write In Model Number and Floorplan *
• Hidden Disclaimer: For Dealer Use Only. Please Print & Sign I received a copy of the Travel Lite Limited Warranty before I purchased this camper/trailer and I understand that it is designed to only be used for recreational camping and not full-time or commercial use. I have inspected or have been given the opportunity to inspect this camper/trailer prior to my purchase.
• Hidden Purchaser Name
• Hidden Purchaser Signature
• Hidden Dealer Signature

CBSA work-to-rule would create 'chaos,' quick government response, professor says

Canadian border workers are in a legal strike position on friday.

Social Sharing

Starting Friday, roughly 9,000 Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) workers will be in a legal strike position with the Treasury Board of Canada — which oversees the CBSA.

That's if mediation fails between the two sides. They started that process on Monday.

However, because they're deemed an essential service they cannot strike.

• Border unions, Treasury Board should immediately resume negotiations, panel recommends
• Border unions threaten summer disruptions after members vote in favour of striking

Work-to-rule is a strong possibility, according to Carleton University associate professor of management Ian Lee.

He thinks it would create chaos at border crossings and checkpoints by applying all of the rules within their discretion — such as asking every possible question to each vehicle, impounding vehicles and checking luggage without a search warrant.

"You can create tremendous lineups of those trucks and tremendous lineups of people. It'll be very, very disruptive if they do work-to-rule, because so many people cross that border every day."

Lee says unlike many government jobs, borders are extremely visible, meaning it will be impossible not to notice any disruptions because of job action.

"It has an immediate impact … especially trucks that bring stuff into Canada. And 90 per cent of all the goods that are in Canada come in on trucks, those big 18-wheeler trucks."

Last month, members of the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC)-affiliated Customs and Immigration Union (CIU) voted 96 per cent in favour of strike action, according to the union.

PSAC says it still hopes to avoid job action and border disruptions but has set a deadline of 4 p.m. ET on Friday.

Government 'fully committed' to reaching a deal

According to a Wednesday afternoon statement from the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat, about 90 per cent of workers occupy essential service positions and must continue to provide services. 

"Border services group employees provide important services to Canadians and the government is fully committed to reaching an agreement that is fair for them and reasonable for taxpayers, just like similar agreements already reached with 17 bargaining units and covering more than 80 per cent of the public service," the statement read. 

The statement said the government is "prepared to make concessions but there needs to be movement on both sides."

"We are disappointed that PSAC has threatened labour disruptions when we are ready and willing to negotiate and reach a fair agreement through good faith bargaining."

The unions say key issues include pay parity with other law enforcement agencies, flexible telework and remote work options, automation, pension benefits and stronger workplace protections.

CIU president Mark Weber says there's been little progress at the bargaining table. 

"This is just about getting us what almost all other law enforcement already has," Weber said. "This is about... getting us the ability to retire without penalty after 25 years, which all other law enforcement and most public safety has, basic protections around excessive discipline, basic protections around contracting out."

Webber says they want pay equity with the RCMP, which he says they currently fall short of by about 15 per cent.

PSAC says job action three years ago by border agency personnel "nearly brought commercial cross-border traffic to a standstill, causing major delays at airports and borders across the country."

Concerned trucking company

A Windsor, Ont.,-area trucking company is concerned about potential border job action slowing down their deliveries.

Onfreight Logistics, out of Tecumseh, makes shipments primarily in the automotive industry, along with other items such as alcohol.

Asset and fleet safety manager Jim Pereira says it could end up being costly.

"We're talking about schedule issues with operations and customers and trying to get drivers to their locations on time," he said.

Pereira says costs could include paying drivers long during extended wait times, financial penalties with customers and having extra drivers on hand.

He says it ends up as a trickle-down effect in the industry.

"Work-to-rule can slow things down, and then it just dominoes."

Pereira says a 10-minute delay at the Ambassador Bridge border crossing can easily turn into an hour or more based on the wait times.

'The public will get very angry'

Lee believes the response to any job action or work-to-rule by border service employees will be "very quick" once the media puts out visuals of long lines for public consumption.

"The public will get very angry and start yelling at the MPs and the cabinet ministers and the prime minister. They will feel the heat very, very quickly."

And he thinks they'll move just as fast.

"They can order a binding arbitration imposed on the two parties meeting on the Treasury Board and the CBSA, or they can legislate these people back to work and to stop doing what they're doing." 

Lee says anyone in the transportation sector will be legislated back to work.

"It has such a profoundly negative impact on the economy and on and on the greater good that even if you had the right to strike de facto, you don't."

With files from The Canadian Press and Catharine Tunney

Related Stories

• Treasury board says it was 'disappointed' by a CBSA workers' union rally at the tunnel
• Sask. teachers to begin provincewide work-to-rule Monday after 'bargaining impasse' reached with government
• N.S. government, Northern Pulp reach settlement agreement
• Sask. Party politicians should be investigated for 'cashing in' on government contracts: NDP
• B.C. government and social media giants make deal on non-consensual intimate images

The best travel tripod in 2024: from full-size sticks to bag-sized mini-tripods

The best travel tripods have to be small enough to pack, light enough to carry, and sturdy enough for shake-free photos!

The Quick List

Best tripod overall, best for sturdiness, best lightweight tripod, best with 3-way head, best for versatility, best alloy tripod, best budget carbon.

• How to choose
• How we test

The Quick List ↩ 1. Best tripod overall 2. Best for sturdiness 3. Best lightweight tripod 4. Best with 3-way head 5. Best for versatility 6. Best alloy tripod 7. Best budget carbon How to choose How we test

I like to travel light, whether I’m walking city streets, trekking across the countryside or jetting off to the other side of the world. Conventional full-sized tripods tend to be big, heavy, and unwieldy – so I often leave mine at home, making it completely useless. By contrast, the best travel tripods literally take a load off. They’re made to be compact and lightweight but, in the past, they’ve often been notorious for being flimsy, relatively unstable, and too small to offer a useful operating height. The new breed of travel tripods tempt me with the promise of giving me the best of both worlds.

Most modern travel tripods have legs that swing upwards for storage, so that the head is encircled by the feet. This typically reduces the folded height by as much as 4" / 10cm. Some also include as many as five sections in each leg, and a two-section extending center column, reducing the folded height even further, while still enabling reasonably lofty shooting. I find they take longer to set up and fold away but it’s a trade I’m willing to make for smaller stowage.

Matthew Richards is a photographer and journalist who has spent years using and reviewing all manner of photo gear. He is an encyclopedia when it comes to all manner of cameras, camera holsters and bags, flashguns, tripods and heads, printers, papers, and inks, and just about anything imaging-related.

Here's a quick rundown of all the lenses in this guide. Scroll down for a more in-depth look at the individual products.

It's the first tripod Peak Design has ever made, but it's the best travel tripod I've ever seen! There is an aluminum version that's a massive 40% cheaper, however, which has all the same design features but just a little less vibration resistance. Read more below

This is no ordinary tripod; it folds down to just 35cm, opens to a height of 146cm, and has a huge 30kg payload. I like that its detachable monopod leg can be used as a mic or camera boom, and it has a Tri-Mount system for adding accessories. Read more below

I like that this is one of the outright lightest travel tripods on the market but still packs plenty of useful features. It’s equally adept for taking selfies as much as for shooting landscapes and the like, making it right up my street. Read more below

Ball heads are all the rage but there are times when I prefer a 3-way head for making precision adjustments. This Manfrotto kit obliges by bucking the trend, and I find it’s well suited to shooting video as well as stills. Read more below

This Benro carbon tripod's 6-in-1 billing could fool me into thinking that it's all about versatility, but it's a very good travel tripod. Even at full height, it's impressively stable, and it packs extra features that could come in handy whether shooting with a camera or a phone. Read more below

I often love the creative potential of shooting at really low level and the Corey 2.0 gives me all the flexibility I need to make dramatic shots without the fuss. It’s not a carbon fiber tripod but made from top-notch magnesium alloy. Read more below

Load the next products ↴

I generally prefer carbon fiber tripods to metal ones, for a saving in weight and enhanced resistance to vibration. I’m not so keen that I often have to pay a whole lot more for the privilege but the Rhino is great value for money. Read more below

The best travel tripods we recommend in 2024

Why you can trust Digital Camera World Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out how we test.

1. Peak Design Travel Tripod

Our expert review:

Specifications

Reasons to buy, reasons to avoid.

✅  You like innovative design and photographic kit that makes a real statement.

✅  You want a travel tripod that has the slimmest possible profile, thanks to specially shaped legs.

✅ You don’t mind paying top-dollar for a travel tripod, and can make use of all the features.

❌  You don’t want to pay over the odds for an aluminum or carbon fiber travel tripod – there’s no denying it’s pricey.

❌  You don’t need a mobile phone mount, which is a bit fiddly to get at.

❌ You’d rather have a different type of head, although an adapter is available separately.

The Peak Design Travel Tripod may be the first tripod that Peak Design has made, but it's hands-down one of the best travel tripods that I've ever used! There is an aluminum version that's a massive 40% cheaper, however, which has all the same design features, just a little more weight and less vibration resistance. A couple of the other tripods here will go higher, but the Peak Design will still go to eye level for an average-height person, and it packs down to just 39cm in length.

I like that it's designed to cut out the dead space between the legs and the column when packed, which means it's not just short when folded but very slim too – I can put this inside my camera bag or cabin bag instead of just strapping it to the outside. The low-profile ball head is simple but brilliant, there's a phone holder hidden inside the center column, and best of all for me, the tripod feels seriously rigid.

Read more:   Peak Design Travel Tripod review

• Back to the top ⤴

2. 3 Legged Thing Leo 2.0

✅  You want to choose your own head, although you can buy the legs on their own.

✅  You don’t like fiddling with lots of leg clamps and dual center column clamps.

✅ You’re keeping an eye on the bottom line – it’s a pricey travel tripod.

❌  You want to choose your own head, although you can buy the legs on their own.

❌  You don’t like fiddling with lots of leg clamps and dual center column clamps.

❌ You’re keeping an eye on the bottom line – it’s a pricey travel tripod.

The 3 Legged Thing Leo 2.0 is no ordinary tripod. It folds down to just 35cm in length but opens out to offer a maximum height of 146cm and a huge payload capacity of 30kg. That far exceeds the weight of any of my camera and lens combinations but the net result is great rigidity.

I like that it has a detachable monopod leg which can also be used as a microphone or camera boom, a Tri-Mount system for adding accessories, and an innovative two-section center column. That helps it to fold down really small yet reach a decent maximum operating height. You can buy the legs on their own but I’d get the complete kit with 3 Legged Thing’s new and improved AirHed Pro Lever ball head.

The Leo 2 is not the smallest travel tripod you can get, and not the cheapest, but its ratio of folded length to maximum height, combined with its all-around versatility, make it one of the best.

Read more: 3 Legged Thing Leo 2.0 + AirHead Pro Review

3. Vanguard VEO 3GO 235CB

✅  You want a tripod that includes a smartphone adapter and even a Bluetooth controller.

✅  You’d like a tripod that works as a monopod and selfie stick as well.

✅ You want one of the absolute lightest travel tripods on the market.

❌  You want a heftier maximum load rating than 4kg.

❌  You’d rather have a taller maximum operating height than 136cm.

❌ You don’t feel the need for a low level adapter or dual rubber pad and spiked feet.

With five sections in each swing-up leg and a two-section center column, this Vanguard folds down to just over a foot long yet gives a reasonable maximum operating height. I find it can easily fit into my daily bag or backpack. It’s also very lightweight although, as expected, the alternative aluminum version is a little heavier. The bottom leg sections are quite spindly, with a diameter of just 11mm, but stability is pretty good even at full stretch.

As well as giving a typically quick and easy change to monopod configuration, the Vanguard is more unusual in coming complete with a smartphone adapter. I like that it works well as a monopod and even a selfie stick, so I only need to take one support for the journey rather than two or three.

Read more: Vanguard VEO 3GO 235CB review

4. Manfrotto Befree 3-Way Live Advanced

✅  You like the idea of a hybrid travel tripod, with a head that works well for video as well as stills.

✅  You feel reassured by buying a tripod from one of the biggest names in the business.

✅ You like flip locks rather than the more usual twist locks for leg clamps.

❌  You’d rather have a tripod kit that has a more usual ball head.

❌  You don’t shoot video, but stick to stills.

❌ You’d prefer a carbon fiber travel tripod rather than an aluminum one.

The Manfrotto Befree 3-Way Live Advanced is a lightweight photographer’s travel tripod paired with a three-way head. Although ball heads have become hugely popular, I actually prefer a 3-way head for the likes of architectural and close-up shooting, where precise adjustments can be critical. The 3-way fluid head in this case uses a hydraulic damping system to make it easy for smooth, fluid camera movements, so I find it also works well for shooting video.

The tripod, meanwhile, provides a good balance between capacity, weight, and price. It’ll take 6kg of kit and only weighs 2kg itself. I’ve tested lighter and stronger tripods, but they tended to be more pricey than this one.

It’s not as tall as some of the other tripods in this guide, and doesn’t fold down particularly small, the latter not helped by having a 3-way rather than ball head. But, for the vast majority of purposes, this is an impressive all-around package and merits serious consideration for any traveling photographer or videographer.

Read more: Manfrotto Befree 3-Way Live Advanced tripod review

5. Benro MeFoto RoadTrip Pro

✅  You like different color options for the finish, instead of just black.

✅  You’d like a tripod that can adapt for tabletop and other uses.

✅ You want a tripod that comes complete with a smartphone mount.

❌  You don’t need a tripod with the extra versatility, which can be fiddly.

❌  You’d rather save money and buy the aluminum version of the tripod.

❌ You don’t like having so many leg and column clamps to deal with.

I thought the headline attraction of the so-called ‘6-in-1’ Benro MeFoto RoadTrip Pro would be its versatility. That’s obviously a headline feature but I’ve found that it's also a very good travel tripod, pure a simple. Even at full height it's impressively stable for its build, and it packs a few extra features that come in handy when I’m shooting with a camera or a phone.

I’ve found that it's an excellent travel tripod and, again, thanks to its versatility, it works well as a monopod and also as a mini table tripod, which are genuinely valuable additions. It's great that things like the hex key, small tripod legs, and smartphone clamp are contained within or attached to the tripod, making it much less likely that I’ll leave them behind or lose them along the way. The flip side is that the extra bits and pieces make the tripod a little heavier than it needs to be.

Read more:  Benro MeFoto RoadTrip Pro Carbon Fiber review

6. 3 Legged Thing Punks Corey 2.0

✅  You’re happy with a magnesium alloy rather than carbon fiber travel tripod.

✅  You want great performance and versatility at a bargain price.

✅ You like the ability to shoot creatively from really low levels.

❌  You’d rather spend more on a carbon fiber tripod that’s not cold to the touch.

❌  You’d rather have something simpler, with less leg and column clamps to operate.

❌ You don’t need the 14kg payload because you’re using lightweight kit.

I find that all of the Punks tripods from 3 Legged Thing are very travel-friendly, but the Corey 2.0 is the smallest and easiest to pack for the journey. It has the usual swing-up legs to save stowage space, this time with five sections in each, plus a two-section head, enabling a decent maximum operating height but a very small stowage size.

Don’t be put off that this one’s not a carbon fiber tripod. It’s actually made from aerospace grade magnesium alloy and the upshot is that it’s still lightweight yet very strong, with a hefty 14kg maximum load rating.

It ticks another two boxes on my  wish list by easily converting to a monopod, and enabling ultra-low-level shooting with the option of attaching the ball head directly to the canopy (leaving the center column out of the equation). All three legs are removable, and Vanz footwear (sold separately) transforms the Corey 2.0 into a stylish tabletop tripod.

Read more: 3 Legged Thing Punks Corey 2.0 review

7. Benro Rhino 05C (Zero Series) VX20

✅  You want a really small, lightweight tripod that still has a hefty 10kg load rating.

✅  You’re after a carbon fiber tripod that’s reasonably priced.

✅ You can make use of the secondary pan axis for shooting panoramas and video.

❌  The monopod configuration is nice to have but only stretches to a maximum height of 141cm.

❌  You’d like a travel tripod with a quick setup time.

❌ You’d prefer a tripod with feet that have metal spikes as well as rubber pads.

A plus point for me when space is at a premium is that the Benro Rhino 05C VX20 (also called the Rhino Zero Series VX20) is the smallest in a group of four recently launched Rhino travel tripods. Compactness doesn’t equate to flimsiness though and I’ve found that it’s remarkably rigid and robust for such a compact tripod. Another nice touch is that Benro’s companion VX ball heads have a secondary pan axis just under the camera plate. It’s great for taking sequences of panned shots to stitch into a panorama, and shooting video, as the panning axis remains on the level without the need to meticulously level the legs as well as the head.

I find that travel tripods have limitations, including a lower maximum working height and longer ‘unfolding’ time, but this goes with the territory and I can’t criticize the Rhino for that. Sure enough, this Benro doesn't extend to a particularly tall height, and outright rigidity can feel a little compromised if I fully extend all of the leg sections and both of the center column sections. When it’s not at full stretch though, I find this Benro is as rigid as much bigger and heavier tripods.

Read more: Benro Rhino 05C VX20 review

How to choose the best travel tripod

It’s good to be choosy when picking your perfect travel tripod for your needs and budget. Here’s a few things to bear in mind…

Carbon fiber is pricier than aluminum, but is it worth the extra?

Up-market tripods are usually made from carbon fiber instead of aluminum. They have a more luxurious feel, a smarter looking finish, and can be slightly more resistant to vibrations. Carbon fiber can also feel less cold to the touch. But the main advantage of carbon fiber is that it’s more lightweight than aluminum, giving it a clear advantage when you’re trying to shed weight. However, there can be diminishing returns. Although the weight-saving can be substantial in full-sized tripods, it’s much less noticeable in relatively small tripods. For many travel tripods that are available in both aluminum and carbon fiber options, the latter typically only saves around 200g in weight, little more than 10 per cent. Considering that the carbon fiber editions are often about 50 per cent more expensive to buy, aluminum travel tripods can be more cost effective.

How small is the tripod when folded?

A decade ago, the Giotto’s company launched a series of Vitruvian tripods, named after Leonardo da Vinci’s drawing, ‘The Vitruvian Man’. As in the drawing, the legs swing upwards but, in the case of the Giotto’s tripods they swung up completely, adopting a vertically upright orientation for stowing away. The trick was that, by fully extending the center column before swinging the legs up, the tripod head no longer extended beyond the length of the legs, making the carrying size much smaller. Many recent travel tripods fold down small enough to fit inside a bag or backpack, rather than needing to be tethered to the outside.

Can I save space by using a tripod as a monopod as well?

A neat trick of many recent travel tripods is that you can unscrew one of the tripod legs, detach the center column, and join the two together for use as a monopod, complete with ball head. That can be a real space saver if you like using a monopod as well as a tripod, as you only have to carry one bit of kit.

What’s so good about multi-angle legs?

Pretty much all travel tripods these days have legs that can be locked at multiple angles to the center column. Typically either two or three alternative angles are available, in addition to the legs being able to swing up vertically. This can help when you’re shooting on uneven terrain, or when there are obstacles in the way. For example, you might need to use one or two legs in a near-horizontal orientation and place the feet on a wall or table to get into your desired shooting position. Another bonus is that, by splaying the legs to a wider angle when shooting at low operating heights, you can increase stability and reduce the risk of the tripod toppling over if knocked.

How low can you go when shooting with a tripod?

Multi-angle legs help to reduce the minimum shooting height but the limiting factor is generally the point at which the center column touches the ground. The minimum height is therefore the height of the center column plus the ball head. A two-section extending center column can help to further reduce the minimum operating height, as well as the carrying height.  Some tripods are supplied with a short, stubby ‘low angle adaptor’. You can attach this to the tripod head and use it instead of the center column. The center column is also removable in most tripods, so you can invert it and shoot from between two of the legs with the camera upside down, right down at ground level.

What’s best for feet, pads or spikes?

Rubber pads are the normal footwear for tripods these days. They work well on solid ground as well as on grass and sandy areas. For soft surfaces like carpet, spikes can offer a more assured footing. Some tripods are supplied with both rubber pads and metal spikes, so you can swap between them as needed. Another option that used to be more common in the past is rubber pads on a threaded mount, so you can screw them in to reveal metal spikes beneath.

How we test travel tripods

We measure the maximum operating height of each tripod and its folded height for carrying, complete with head attached. We also measure the combined weight of each set of tripod legs and head, using electronic scales, and measure the diameter of all leg sections, from the widest to the thinnest, using digital calipers. We check the ease of use, smoothness and precision of all available adjustments in each set of tripod legs and heads. This ranges from adjusting leg sections and pivot facilities (where available), to the locking mechanisms of the head, as well as independent pan and friction damping adjustments, where fitted. To check overall stability, we shoot with a range of camera bodies fitted with wide-angle, standard, telephoto and macro lenses. We look for good resistance to flexing and vibrations throughout the whole range of operating heights, including the tallest available settings with the legs and center column fully extended.

You can find out more about how we test and review on Digital Camera World .

Get the Digital Camera World Newsletter

The best camera deals, reviews, product advice, and unmissable photography news, direct to your inbox!

Matthew Richards is a photographer and journalist who has spent years using and reviewing all manner of photo gear. He is Digital Camera World's principal lens reviewer – and has tested more primes and zooms than most people have had hot dinners! 

His expertise with equipment doesn’t end there, though. He is also an encyclopedia  when it comes to all manner of cameras, camera holsters and bags, flashguns, tripods and heads, printers, papers and inks, and just about anything imaging-related. 

In an earlier life he was a broadcast engineer at the BBC, as well as a former editor of PC Guide.

• James Artaius Editor

Related articles

The Definitive Voice of Entertainment News

Subscribe for full access to The Hollywood Reporter

site categories

Away and nyc-cool clothing brand la ligne join forces on a limited-edition summer travel collection.

The 20-piece stripe-filled capsule features suitcases, travel accessories and an assortment of women's, men's and kids' clothing.

By Erin Lassner

Erin Lassner

• Share on Facebook
• Share to Flipboard
• Send an Email
• Show additional share options
• Share on LinkedIn
• Share on Pinterest
• Share on Reddit
• Share on Tumblr
• Share on Whats App
• Print the Article
• Post a Comment

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, The Hollywood Reporter may receive an affiliate commission.

Summer just got the perfect dose of stripes. Beloved luggage and travel accessories brand Away has teamed up with effortlessly chic, direct-to-consumer clothing brand La Ligne on a line of summer travel essentials that’s equal parts classic and fun.

Related Stories

The 20+ best carry-on suitcases for every type of budget and traveler, the 70 best gifts for men that aren't all power tools or boring neckties, away x la ligne the bigger carry-on in spritz.

La Ligne was founded in 2016 on the principle that stripes are a timeless wardrobe staple. Since its birth, the brand’s everyday essentials and statement pieces have taken the hearts of celebrities and influencers alike. Dianna Agron, Nicole Richie, Olivia Wilde and Nina Dobrev are just a few of the famous faces spotted in La Ligne both on the streets and in the brand’s campaigns .

The Away x La Ligne Summer Travel Capsule imagery features actress and director Natasha Lyonne, imagined by a star-studded creative team comprised of photographer Micaiah Carter, celebrity stylist Jamie Mizrahi , hair stylist Vernon Francois and makeup artist Jo Baker.

The collection’s color palette ranges from neutrals and ocean-inspired hues to vibrant summery shades, and, of course, plays heavily with La Ligne’s iconic stripe. Included in the capsule is Away’s best-selling Bigger Carry-On and matching accessories in two limited-edition colorways: bold orange stripe and classic navy stripe. The 10 clothing pieces include women’s, men’s and children’s tees, lightweight knits and sleepwear.

Check out a few of our favorites below and shop the full collection before it sells out on awaytravel.com and lalignenyc.com .

Away x La Ligne The Insider Packing Cubes in Cabana (Set of 4)

La ligne x away leo sweater, la ligne x away marini sweater, la ligne x away mr. marina sweater, thr newsletters.

Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day

More from The Hollywood Reporter

When and where to stream ‘love island usa’ online, tonys roundtable: rachel mcadams, kelli o’hara, leslie odom jr., sarah paulson, daniel radcliffe and eddie redmayne on broadway paths, parts and pet peeves, the 70 best gifts for men that aren’t all power tools or boring neckties, glen powell issues “false alarm” after learning cannibal dating story he shared is urban legend, get ready with sasha velour: behind the scenes with the ‘we’re here’ star for l.a. pride.

Personal Finance

Best travel credit cards for june 2024.

Our evaluations and opinions are not influenced by our advertising relationships, but we may earn a commission from our partners’ links. This content is created independently from TIME’s editorial staff. Learn more about it.

The best travel credit cards unlock a world of free and discounted travel. If you travel a lot, one of these cards could be worth obtaining. Depending on your travel preferences and goals, you may want a card with no annual fee, ultra-luxury premium rewards, or many points per purchase. Here’s a closer look at the best travel rewards cards to help you see the world at a fraction of the cost.

Best Travel Credit Cards: Summary

Best for beginners: card_name, best for premium travel: card_name, best for no annual fee: card_name, best for intro bonus offer: card_name, best for airport lounge access: card_name, best for business: card_name, best for insurance coverage: card_name, best airline credit card: card_name.

• Best hotel credit card: Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® credit card

Our recommendations for the best travel credit card

The best travel credit card varies depending on your travel preferences. If you’re loyal to a specific airline or hotel, you may consider that brand’s card. A general miles or points rewards card could be the best choice for travelers looking to get the maximum value across a wider range of redemption options.

Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card

Why we like it:, product details:.

• Earn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. That's over $900 when you redeem through Chase Travel(SM).
• Enjoy benefits such as 5x on travel purchased through Chase Travel(SM), 3x on dining, select streaming services and online groceries, 2x on all other travel purchases, 1x on all other purchases, $50 Annual Chase Travel Hotel Credit, plus more.
• Get 25% more value when you redeem for airfare, hotels, car rentals and cruises through Chase Travel(SM). For example, 75,000 points are worth $937.50 toward travel.
• Count on Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver, Lost Luggage Insurance and more.
• Get complimentary access to DashPass which unlocks $0 delivery fees and lower service fees for a minimum of one year when you activate by December 31, 2024.
• Member FDIC

The card_name is our pick for the best credit card for general travel rewards for beginners. It does a great job of balancing a robust rewards program with a reasonable annual fee. If you’re new to travel rewards cards or want a top card you can use everywhere without spending more than $100 per year, this card should be on your shortlist.

New users who spend at least $4,000 on the card in the first three months get 60,000 bonus points worth $750 when redeemed for travel through Chase Ultimate Rewards . For purchases, you’ll earn five points per dollar spent on travel at Chase Ultimate Rewards; three points for dining and eligible delivery services, online grocery purchases, excluding Target, Walmart, and wholesale clubs, and select streaming services; two points for other travel; and one point everywhere else. Points are transferable to airline and hotel partners, including United , Southwest , and Marriott.

The card also provides other perks, including travel and purchase protections. You’ll also get $50 back as a statement credit each year for hotels booked through Chase. While there’s a annual_fees annual fee, it’s easy to see how you’ll get that back and much more every year when using the card regularly.

Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card

One of the newer premium travel cards, card_name , comes with a wide set of travel benefits, including access to Capital One lounges and more than 1,300 additional lounges through Priority Pass and Plaza Premium Group. While the card requires a steep annual_fees annual fee, getting that value back and more is easy. Users get a $300 annual statement credit for travel booked through Capital One Travel, a $100 credit for TSA PreCheck or Global Entry , and a $100 statement credit with other premium services when booking certain hotels through Capital One.

The card_name starts new users with 75,000 miles after spending $4,000 in the first three months, and you’ll earn 10,000 bonus miles annually on your account anniversary. For purchases, you’ll get 10x miles per dollar on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel, 5x miles per dollar on flights booked through Capital One Travel, and 2x everywhere else. Capital One miles are redeemable through Capital One and a list of transfer partners .

Other benefits include premium experiences and museum access through complementary memberships to PRIOR, The Cultivist, and $300 toward a Gravity Hauss membership. If you book a flight when Capital One Travel recommends and the price drops within 10 days, you can get up to $50 credit back.

Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card

If you don’t want to shell out $100 yearly just to have a travel rewards card, the card_name could be a winner. With this card, users earn five miles per dollar spent on rental cars and hotels booked through Capital One Travel and an unlimited 1.25 miles per dollar on other purchases.

New users can earn 20,000 bonus miles after spending $500 in purchases in the first three months. There are no foreign transaction fees, either, and the list of travel insurance and purchase coverage is impressive, considering there’s annual_fees annual fee.

Another advantage is that VentureOne starts new users with a intro_apr_rate,intro_apr_duration and balance_transfer_intro_apr,balance_transfer_intro_duration . If you want to consolidate and pay off other cards or make a big purchase interest-free, card_name may be the best choice for you.

Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card

card_name is an excellent card for easy-to-understand travel rewards. You earn 5x miles per dollar spent on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel and a flat 2x miles per dollar on other purchases. These miles can be redeemed through the Capital One Travel site, used to cover the cost of a recent eligible travel purchase, or transferred to a list of partner travel brands. Redeeming them for cash, events, and gift cards is also possible.

Other benefits include a credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck, two free Capital One lounge visits per year, and the most important travel and purchase protections anyone would want from a travel card.

There’s a annual_fees annual fee, but it’s easy to get that back and more redeeming Capital One miles for travel.

The Platinum Card® from American Express

The card_name is an ultra-luxury credit card unlocking a huge heap of benefits, including express lanes and access to lounges at airports, gold status at Marriott and Hilton hotels, and about $1,500 worth of various travel, membership, and purchase credits. On top of that, new users can earn 80,000 membership rewards points after spending $6,000 in the first three months.

The card carries a steep annual_fees annual fee ( Rates & Fees ), but it’s easy to see how you get more than that back in a year if you use its benefits fully. Additional users can get free Amex Gold cards or up to three additional Platinum cards at $175 per year. Additional users beyond that cost $175 each.

Benefits include a hotel credit worth up to $200 for prepaid bookings with American Express Travel for Fine Hotels + Resorts or The Hotel Collection, a $189 statement credit annually to cover a Clear membership, a credit of up to $100 for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck, up to $20 per month for select entertainment purchases, up to $300 per year in statement credits for Equinox memberships, $12.95 per month in statement credits for a Walmart+ membership, and $50 in statement credits twice per year when shopping at Saks Fifth Avenue. It also includes $15 monthly in Uber Cash ($20 in December) and Uber VIP status. Users also get Gold-level status with the Marriott Bonvoy and Hilton Honors programs .

The rewards are not all that impressive, however. You earn five points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with airlines or through Amex Travel, hotels booked on Amex Travel, and one point for everything else. Points are redeemable through Amex and transferable to a list of airline and hotel partners. The card is worthwhile for frequent travelers when you add up the massive travel benefits.

Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card

The is the best business card for travel due to its rewards flexibility, foreign transaction fees, and protective consumer benefits.

You may like the card_name if you run a business, even a side hustle. The card comes with a huge 100,000-point bonus after spending $15,000 in the first three months. That’s worth $1,250 in travel when redeemed through Chase or potentially more when transferring to travel partners.

The card features 3x points per dollar on shipping purchases, advertising purchases made with social media sites and search engines, internet, cable and phone services purchases, and travel.

The card also comes with a good list of travel and purchase protections, including cell phone insurance when you use the card to pay your monthly bill. And like most premium travel cards, there are no foreign transaction fees. While it has a huge starting bonus and great benefits, it also requires a annual_fees annual fee.

Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card

This card's generous benefits and flexible Chase Ultimate Rewards points make it an excellent deal for those who can use them. Users get a Priority Pass Select airport lounge membership (retail value $469), a $300 annual travel credit that applies to travel purchases each year, 50% more value when redeeming their rewards for travel through Chase, a fee credit toward Global Entry or TSA PreCheck membership , and a generous suite of travel insurance benefits.

• Earn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. That's $1,125 toward travel when you redeem through Chase Travel(SM).
• $300 Annual Travel Credit as reimbursement for travel purchases charged to your card each account anniversary year.
• Earn 5x total points on flights and 10x total points on hotels and car rentals when you purchase travel through Chase Travel(SM) immediately after the first $300 is spent on travel purchases annually. Earn 3x points on other travel and dining & 1 point per $1 spent on all other purchases
• Get 50% more value when you redeem your points for travel through Chase Travel(SM). For example, 75,000 points are worth $1125 toward travel.
• 1:1 point transfer to leading airline and hotel loyalty programs
• Access to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide after an easy, one-time enrollment in Priority Pass(TM) Select and up to $100 application fee credit every four years for Global Entry, NEXUS, or TSA PreCheck(R)

card_name is a premium travel card loaded with valuable benefits. While it requires a large annual_fees annual fee, you get the first $300 back on travel purchases with the card, up to $100 in statement credits every four years for TSA’s trusted traveler programs, and a complimentary Priority Pass Select membership with access to more than 1,300 lounges.

New users can earn 60,000 bonus points after $4,000 in purchases in the first three months. For purchases, you’ll earn 10x points per dollar spent with Chase Dining or when booking hotels or rental cars through Chase Ultimate Rewards, 5x for flights booked through Chase, 3x for travel and dining purchases, including restaurant delivery, and 1x everywhere else.

The package of travel and purchase insurance is also quite valuable. The card includes trip cancellation/interruption insurance, auto rental collision damage waiver coverage, lost luggage reimbursement, trip delay reimbursement, and emergency evacuation insurance. For purchases, it includes purchase protection for new purchases for up to 120 days, return protection, and up to an additional year of warranty coverage.

United℠ Explorer Card

If you’re looking for an airline-specific credit card, the card_name Chase is a standout option. The card comes with a list of benefits rewarding United travelers, with bonus miles, free checked bags, and other benefits. New users can earn 60,000 miles after spending $3,000 with the card in the first three months.

You’ll earn 2x miles per dollar for purchases with United. The same 2x rate extends to dining, restaurant delivery, and hotels booked directly through the hotel company. It features 1x mile per dollar on all other purchases.

When flying with United, the cardholder and a companion get their first checked bag free, worth up to $140 per roundtrip. The card also includes an opportunity to earn Premier qualifying points, which get you closer to elite United status. Users also get a one-year complimentary DashPass subscription, offering discounts with DoorDash. It includes excellent travel insurance benefits, purchase protection, extended warranty protection, and complimentary Visa Signature Concierge service access.

Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card: Best hotel credit card

Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card

The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card from Chase is a top hotel card. While it has a $95 annual fee, an annual free night award worth up to 35,000 points is easily worth more. When you stack points from the card and Marriott Bonvoy membership, you can earn up to 17x points per dollar on purchases made with Marriott, which has more than 7,000 properties worldwide.

New users can earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $3,000 in the first three months after opening a new account. Users get automatic Silver Elite status and credit toward the Gold Elite tier. The card also features a one-year complimentary DoorDash DashPass membership.

Travel insurance benefits are fair and include lost luggage reimbursement, baggage delay insurance, and trip delay reimbursement. It also includes purchase protection and Visa Signature Concierge service.

Best travel credit card comparison chart

Our methodology.

To choose the best travel credit cards, our team reviewed dozens of cards from multiple issuers. We looked at the best rewards for regular purchases, the best signup bonuses, and the best travel-related benefits. We also considered annual fees and other common costs that you’re likely to incur. We didn’t, however, consider interest rates, as travel rewards cards are best for users who pay off the card in full monthly to avoid interest charges.

How to maximize your rewards with your travel credit card

If you want to maximize your rewards with travel credit cards, follow these quick tips:

• Use your credit card for every purchase: You don’t earn miles or points when you don’t use the card. Use your rewards card for every eligible purchase to earn as much as possible. But be careful not to overspend and get into trouble with high card balances.
• Consider multiple rewards cards: Mixing and matching multiple cards can get you the best rewards. For example, picking one card for restaurants, one for groceries , and one for gas could help you earn more.
• Research each redemption: Don’t redeem your points without considering the value. When transferring to airline partners, getting values well over one cent per point is possible.

How to choose a travel credit card

Everyone has different travel goals, credit histories, incomes, and spending habits. Here are some additional considerations to guide your choice:

• Spending habits: If you always cook at home and never go to restaurants, a restaurant rewards card wouldn’t be practical. Consider your budget and spending habits to find the best card .
• Annual fee tolerance: Some people are okay with annual fees, while others will only tolerate them up to a certain point. With some popular cards requiring over $600 per year, you have to ask yourself what you would be willing to pay and which benefits you’ll use regularly.
• Desired benefits: If you want airport lounges, status with a certain hotel or airline, or fast lines at the airport, find a card with those benefits.
• Brand loyalty: Finally, if you love one airline or hotel—or simply find one most convenient for your travel priorities—its branded card could be a good choice or addition to one of the cards above.

How to compare credit cards

Every issuer offers different benefits and rewards. When comparing travel cards, look at the rewards program to determine if it favors your spending habits. Then look at any costs or fees you expect to pay, such as annual or foreign transaction fees. Next, look at statement credits and other benefits. The card that yields you the biggest net benefits (rewards and benefits minus expected annual fees and other costs) should be your top pick.

Also, consider the card’s credit score and other credit requirements before applying. That information should be available on the issuer’s website or by contacting its customer service desk.

Types of travel credit cards

Our favorite travel credit cards are general miles and points rewards cards. General rewards cards feature points or miles redeemable at a big list of airlines, hotels, and potentially additional travel companies.

Depending on your location and travel preferences, you may also find brand-specific cards helpful. For example, the United MileagePlus Explorer card comes with benefits and rewards miles only for use with United Airlines. Most airlines and hotels offer at least one credit card for loyal customers.

Alternatives to travel credit cards

If you don’t want a travel credit card, cash back credit cards are an excellent choice. Many of them have no annual fee. And, if you’re not into travel, the rewards come in the form of cash or points redeemable for cash.

Most cards with cash back rewards allow you to redeem for statement credits, which lower your credit card balance; direct deposit to a linked bank account; and sometimes for travel, gift cards, Amazon.com purchases, and other redemptions. Merchandise is usually a low-value redemption for your points.

You can also find cards with no rewards, often featuring lower fees and interest rates. A secured credit card may be the right choice for someone with bad credit or no credit.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

What’s the difference between points and miles on a travel credit card.

Points and miles on a travel credit card are rewards earned through spending on the card. While they share similarities, there are some major differences between them.

General rewards points tend to offer more flexibility for redemption, as they can be used for various rewards, including flights, hotel stays, car rentals, and even cash back. However, miles are usually restricted to flight redemptions with a specific airline or its partners. Some travel credit cards may allow you to convert miles into points or vice versa, but this typically comes with a conversion rate and may not always offer the best value.

Ultimately, the difference between points and miles on a travel credit card comes down to how they are earned, their redemption options, and their value. Understanding the specific rewards program and choosing a card that aligns with your travel habits and preferences is essential to maximizing your rewards.

How do I know if a travel credit card is right for me?

Determining if a travel credit card is right depends on your spending habits, travel frequency, and personal preferences. First, consider your travel patterns and the type of travel rewards you desire—such as airline miles, hotel points, or more flexible rewards redeemable for various travel expenses. Frequent travelers who can take advantage of perks like lounge access, priority boarding, or free checked bags may find travel credit cards more valuable.

Additionally, assess your spending habits and ability to earn rewards. Travel credit cards often have higher annual fees and interest rates, so ensure that you can offset these costs through rewards, perks, and benefits. The right travel credit card for you should align with your lifestyle, provide valuable rewards, and offer perks that enhance your travel experiences.

The information presented here is created independently from the TIME editorial staff. To learn more, see our About page.

Advertisement

Supported by

Nigeria Confronts Its Worst Economic Crisis in a Generation

People in Africa’s most populous nation are suffering as the price of food, fuel and medicine has skyrocketed out of reach for many.

• Share full article

By Ruth Maclean and Ismail Auwal

Photographs by Taiwo Aina

Reporting from Kano, Nigeria’s second-largest city

Nigeria is facing its worst economic crisis in decades, with skyrocketing inflation, a national currency in free-fall and millions of people struggling to buy food. Only two years ago Africa’s biggest economy, Nigeria is projected to drop to fourth place this year.

The pain is widespread. Unions strike to protest salaries of around $20 a month. People die in stampedes, desperate for free sacks of rice. Hospitals are overrun with women wracked by spasms from calcium deficiencies.

The crisis is largely believed to be rooted in two major changes implemented by a president elected 15 months ago : the partial removal of fuel subsidies and the floating of the currency, which together have caused major price rises.

A nation of entrepreneurs, Nigeria’s more than 200 million citizens are skilled at managing in tough circumstances, without the services states usually provide. They generate their own electricity and source their own water. They take up arms and defend their communities when the armed forces cannot. They negotiate with kidnappers when family members are abducted.

But right now, their resourcefulness is being stretched to the limit.

No Money for Milk

On a recent morning in a corner of the biggest emergency room in northern Nigeria, three women were convulsing in painful spasms, unable to speak. Each year, the E.R. at Murtala Muhammed Specialist Hospital in Kano, Nigeria’s second-largest city, received one or two cases of hypocalcemia caused by malnutrition, said Salisu Garba, a kindly health worker who hurried from bed to bed, ward to ward.

Now, with many unable to afford food, the hospital sees multiple cases every day.

Mr. Garba was sizing up the women’s husbands. Which source of nutrition he recommended depended on what he thought they could afford. Baobab leaves or tiger nuts for the poor; boiled-up bones for the slightly better off. He laughed at the suggestion that anyone could afford milk.

More than 87 million people in Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, live below the poverty line — the world’s second-largest poor population after India, a country seven times its size. And punishing inflation means poverty rates are expected to rise still further this year and next, according to the World Bank.

Last week, unions shut down hospitals, courts, schools, airports and even the country’s Parliament, striking in an attempt to force the government to increase the monthly salary of $20 it pays its lowest workers.

But over 92 percent of working-age Nigerians are in the informal sector, where there are no wages, and no unions to fight for them.

For the Afolabi family in Ibadan, in southwestern Nigeria, the descent into poverty started in January with the loss of an electric tuk-tuk taxi.

Forced to sell the taxi to pay his wife’s hospital bills after the difficult birth of their second child, Babatunde Afolabi turned to occasional construction work. It paid badly, but the family managed.

“We had no thoughts about starvation,” he said.

But then, he said, cassava — the cheapest staple in many parts of Nigeria — tripled in price.

All they can afford now, he said, is a few biscuits, a little bread, and for their 6-year-old, 20 peanuts a day.

A Country Built on Gas

Nigeria is a country heavily dependent on imported petroleum products, despite being a major oil producer. After years of underinvestment and mismanagement, its state refineries produce hardly any gasoline.

For decades, the national soundtrack has been the hum of small generators, fired up during daily power outages. Petroleum products move goods and people around the country.

Until recently, the government subsidized that petroleum, to the tune of billions of dollars a year.

Many Nigerians said the subsidy was the only useful contribution from a neglectful and predatory government. Successive presidents have pledged to remove the subsidy, which drains a hefty chunk of government revenue — and later backtracked fearing mass unrest.

Bola Tinubu, who was elected Nigeria’s president last year, initially followed through.

“It was a necessary action for my country not to go bankrupt,” Mr. Tinubu said in April, at a meeting of the World Economic Forum in Saudi Arabia.

Instead, many Nigerians are going bankrupt — or working multiple jobs to stay afloat.

Mr. Garba, the hospital worker, used to be solidly middle class, even though 17 family members, including 12 children, depended on him.

After shifts at the hospital, where he is setting up the first statewide ambulance service in addition to working in the emergency room, for which he is paid $150 a month, he heads to the Red Cross. There he occasionally receives a $3.30 volunteer stipend for helping tackle a severe diphtheria outbreak .

At night, he works at the pharmacy that he and a colleague set up. But few people have money for medicine anymore. He sells about $7 worth of medication per day.

Last year, Mr. Garba sold his car when the gas subsidies were removed, and now takes a tuk-tuk to work. Unable to power the generator, he reads medicine labels at the pharmacy by the light of a small solar lantern. He can only afford to buy rice and cassava in small quantities.

Life under the previous government was very expensive, he said, but nothing like today.

“It’s very, very bad,” he said.

It’s gotten so dire that there have been several deadly stampedes for free or discounted rice distributed by the government — including one in March at a university in the central state of Nasarawa where seven students were killed.

Mr. Tinubu promised to create a million jobs and quadruple the size of the economy within a decade, but has not said how. The International Monetary Fund said last month the state has started subsidizing fuel and electricity again — though the government has not acknowledged this.

“There’s still very little clarity — if any — on where the economy is headed, what the priorities are,” said Zainab Usman, a political economist and director of the Africa Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.

The Tapping Craze

A spate of new crypto-mining games that promise to generate income the more the user plays has people across Nigeria spending all day tapping on their smartphone screens, desperate to earn a few dollars.

People tap as they pray, in mosques and churches. Children tap under desks at school. Mourners tap at funerals.

There’s no guarantee any of them will ever benefit from the hours they put in mindlessly tapping.

Then again, they can’t count on the national currency, the naira.

The government has twice devalued the naira in the past year, trying to enable it to float more freely and attract foreign investment. The upshot: It’s lost nearly 70 percent of its value against the dollar.

Nigeria cannot produce enough food for its growing population; food imports rise 11 percent annually . The currency devaluation caused those imports — already expensive because of high tariffs — to explode in price.

Nigerians can become paupers almost overnight. So they’re searching for anything that might hold its value — or ideally, get them rich.

“People are looking for me everywhere,” said Rabiu Biyora, the undisputed king of tapping in Kano, opening one of his five foldable phones to add to his 2.7 billion taps on the TapSwap app. “Not to attack me, but to collect something from me.”

A relaxed, businesslike 39-year-old followed everywhere by young tech-savvy acolytes, Mr. Biyora would only say that he made “over $10,000” from the previous tapping craze.

He profits from everyone else’s taps, so he encourages them in posts on social media, and by providing free internet to anyone willing to sit outside his house. Nigerians don’t need much encouragement — despite the risks and volatility, Nigeria has the second highest cryptocurrency adoption rate in the world.

So every evening, struggling young men gather by Mr. Biyora’s home and tap.

Pleas for Help

In much of Nigeria, it’s normal to share with your neighbors and give alms to the poor.

Every day, people come to the gate of Kano’s Freedom Radio station to drop off sheets of paper containing heartfelt appeals for help paying medical bills or school fees, or to recover from some disaster.

A radio presenter chooses three to read out daily, and often a sympathetic listener calls in to pay the supplicant’s bill.

But lately the appeals have multiplied, and offers of help have dried up.

Good Samaritans used to come to the E.R. and pay strangers’ bills for them, Mr. Garba said. That rarely happens now either.

Still, Mr. Garba said, the number of patients coming to his hospital has almost halved in recent months.

Many of the sick never even make it. They can’t afford the 20-cent bus ride.

Pius Adeleye contributed reporting from Ibadan, Nigeria.

An earlier version of a map with this article misstated the name of a state in central Nigeria. It is Nasarawa, not Asarawa.

How we handle corrections

Ruth Maclean is the West Africa bureau chief for The Times, covering 25 countries including Nigeria, Congo, the countries in the Sahel region as well as Central Africa. More about Ruth Maclean

Walmart+ Week 2024 Starts June 17: Everything to Know About the Sale and Deals You Can Shop Now

Amazon Prime Day isn't the only major savings event this summer. Here's everything to know about Walmart+ Week.

The season of summer shopping is upon us, and it's no secret that two of the biggest names in online retail are Walmart and Amazon. As we gear up for Prime Day 2024  in July, Walmart is beating Amazon to the punch by kicking off its Walmart+ Week sales event next week.

Starting June 17 and running through June 23, 2024, Walmart+ Week is Walmart's members-only event that is traditionally jam-packed with discounts on top products. Whether you're in need of new AirPods , sunscreen , or patio furniture for summer, be sure to mark your calendars for seven days of incredible savings.

For those who haven't joined Walmart+ yet, now is the perfect time to sign up. Walmart is offering a 30-day free trial , so you can join today and shop all the exclusive offers during Walmart+ Week.

Try Walmart+ for Free

Keep reading to learn everything we know about the big Walmart sales event so far along with some of the best early deals you can snag now.

What is Walmart+ Week?

Walmart+ Week is Walmart's answer to Amazon’s Prime Day Sale, which means there are thousands of can't-miss deals just for Walmart+ members . The annual summer sale offers Black Friday-like pricing on everything from tech and kitchen appliances to luxury beauty and home decor.

When is Walmart+ Week 2024?

Walmart+ Week begins on Monday, June 17 and runs through Sunday, June 23, 2024. You'll want to act early to score some of the most coveted members-only deals that will drop during the event.

Who to expect from Walmart+ Week 2024

While Walmart has not announced the exact products that will be on sale during Walmart+ Week, the retailer did reveal that it's taking appreciation for its members to the next level this year. The focus will be on discounted services that only Walmart+ members gain access to. That means there will be fantastic deals on gas, travel, express delivery and more. Check out some of the details below.

• Get double the discount on fuel at Exxon & Mobil stations nationwide. That saves you 20 cents per gallon.
• Earn up to 20% back in Walmart Cash on flights, hotels, car rentals, and activities booked through Walmart+ Travel.
• Enjoy a complimentary Express Delivery, delivering your order right to your doorstep in under two hours, without the usual $10 fee.
• Experience three free months of Walmart+ InHome, delivering items into your home rather than the doorstep.
• Get exclusive access to new and unique items for Walmart+ members only.

Walmart also teased a "mystery offer" that will be revealed on June 20, the last day of the weeklong sale.

How to become a Walmart+ member

In order to take advantage of the upcoming Walmart+ Week, you'll need a Walmart+ membership. With an annual membership fee of just $98, or $49 for qualifying government assistance recipients, members have access to all the amazing savings. In addition to the usual perks, you'll get access to Walmart's special members-only event next week.

Becoming a Walmart+ member couldn't be easier. There's the option to start a free 30-day trial to shop the sale and see how you like it before committing to the annual fee.

Sign Up for Walmart+

Best Early Walmart+ Week Deals to Shop Now

Some of the best Walmart deals this week include savings on new TVs, outdoor furniture, grills, robot vacuums and so much more. Below, shop the best Walmart deals available now to save on everyday essentials, Father's Day gifts , and some of the most coveted items on the market. Be sure to check back here for more information and early Walmart+ deals in the lead-up to the event.

Best Walmart Tech Deals

Apple airtag - 4 pack.

AirTags are a super easy way for your dad to keep track of and find his things. He can keep track of his keys, wallet, luggage and more, all in the Find My app.

65" Samsung The Frame TV

The 2023 Frame TV brings Samsung's upgraded screen, which features a matte finish to help cut reflections. You'll also be able to enjoy the display at its brightest without worrying about color bleed, even in direct sunlight.

$1,997   $1,496

Sony PlayStation 5 Disc Console Slim

Experience lightning fast loading with an ultra-high speed SSD deeper immersion with support for haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and 3D Audio, plus an all-new generation of incredible PlayStation games.

$500   $449

Beats Solo4 Wireless Headphones

The latest model added to Beats' lineup of premium on-ear headphones improves on the Beats Solo 3 in meaningful ways, including better, clearer audio, longer battery life, improved mics and an even more comfortable frame at an affordable price point. This model is available in three different colorways. 

$200   $130

LG 65" C2 Series 4K OLED TV

Take your movie night experience up a notch with this LG television that has beautiful picture quality and intense contrast.

$2,457   $1,579

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is on sale for the lowest price we've seen. With a slim design that slips right into your bag, you can take this sleek, lightweight tablet anywhere. 

$350   $250

Apple iPad (9th Generation)

There's nothing more classic than the Apple iPad and for a good reason. It has substantial storage, vivid screen resolution, excellent camera capabilities, and a 10-hour battery life making it the leader of the pack. 

$329   $249

Apple AirPods (2nd Generation)

AirPods deliver an incredible wireless headphone experience. Simply remove them from their charging case and use them with all your devices.

Best Walmart Beauty Deals

Peter thomas roth 24k gold pure luxury lift & firm hydra-gel eye patches.

Save big on 60 luxurious eye-contour gel patches infused with 24K and colloidal gold to visibly lift and firm the delicate eye area.

La Mer Crème de la Mer, 3.4 oz

There's a reason this supremely moisturizing cream is a favorite. Daily use can help skin appear soothed, supple and firmer. 

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask

Give your lips the perfect pout with this nourishing, fruit-flavored overnight mask that has gone viral.

Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray

Kim Kardashian’s hair stylist swears by this hair product to keep your locks smooth and shiny even in intense heat. The Color Wow Dream Coat gives your hair a glassy shine and keeps frizz at bay.

Oribe Gold Lust Nourishing Hair Oil

The Oribe Gold Lust Nourishing Hair Oil not only works to smooth and strengthen the hair but also delivers a radiant shine.

Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau De Toilette

Top notes of strawberry, violet leaves and pink grapefruit make this a celebrated modern classic. 

Revlon One-Step Volumizer Original Plus

The Revlon One-Step Volumizer 2.0 PLUS is designed to give all hair types one-step salon quality results…and then some! Get shinier blowouts in up to half the time with 50% less heat exposure. 

Ariana Grande Cloud Eau De Perfume

This TikTok-loved perfume from Ariana Grande boasts notes of lavender, pear and bergamot for a truly playful (and fruity) fragrance.

Best Walmart Kitchen Deals

Keurig k-slim + iced single-serve coffee maker.

Whether it’s a cup of hot to start the day off or an iced to take an afternoon break, now you finally can have both with the ease of Keurig.

Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker

We can always count on Ninja for innovative kitchen equipment. From healthy to indulgent, the Creami can create ice cream with the touch of a button.

$199   $149

Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven with Grill

Cuisinart's signature air fryer got even better! You can now make even more delicious meals using the Grill feature. Sear steaks and vegetables on one side and griddle the perfect breakfast on the other with the new dual sided grill and griddle plate.

$230   $172

Beautiful 12-Piece Ceramic Non-Stick Cookware Set

With an 8-inch fry pan, 10-inch fry pan, 3-quart sauté pan, 2-quart saucepan, 5-quart Dutch oven and four cookware protectors, this complete set is perfectly curated to stand out in any kitchen.

$149   $119

KitchenAid Deluxe 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

With a versatile range of 10 speeds and a spacious 4.5 Quart Stainless Steel Bowl, this kitchen companion is designed to stand the test of time.

$400   $359

GE Profile Opal Nugget Ice Maker

Save $182 on the TikTok-favorite countertop nugget ice maker. This ice maker produces one pound of fresh ice per hour and has a large-capacity bin that holds up to 3 lbs of crunchable nugget ice.

$579   $397

Best Walmart Home Deals

Costway 4-piece patio rattan furniture set.

Enjoy the sunshine and admire the scenery with this outdoor patio furniture set made from all-weather rattan wicker. The breathable cushions hold you comfortably while sitting.

$389   $210

Weber Spirit E-210 2-Burner Liquid Propane Grill

By incorporating elements like porcelain-enameled, cast-iron cooking grates that preserve uniform heat distribution, you can be certain of savoring the most delicious results with this propane grill.

$782   $600

Nicesoul Wicker Egg Chair

Blend relaxation and style on your patio with this cloud-like egg chair. It can also stand in your living room as a chic decor piece, radiating the Boho aesthetic. 

$600   $188

Beautypeak 64"x21" Arched Standing Floor Mirror

This beautiful full-length mirror can be leaned on the wall or stand freely anywhere in your room. It also can be mounted on the wall vertically and horizontally to create the illusion of wider space.

Beautypeak Arched Full Length Floor Mirror

Save $140 on a statement mirror with a chic, vintage-inspired arch finish that gives you a full view when you’re getting dressed and makes it super easy to capture the perfect selfie.

Walsunny Linen Fabric Convertible L-Shaped Sectional Sofa

Enhance your living room with this contemporary three-seat sofa sectional in linen fabric. It features a reversible end chaise cushion that can easily be moved around to suit your seating preferences.

$480   $200

Clara Clark Bed Sheets Set

Save big on these hotel-quality microfiber sheets. Resistant to pilling and snagging, these sheets are pet-friendly and made to last. 

Best Vacuum Deals at Walmart

Dyson v8 origin+ cordless vacuum.

For homes with pets, the Dyson V8 Origin+ has advanced, whole-machine filtration that captures pet allergens and fine dust, expelling cleaner air. 

$420   $300

Shark ION Robot Vacuum

The Shark ION Robot Vacuum gets debris off every nook and cranny in your home. You can control it with the SharkClean app or with Alexa or Google Assistant.

$249   $159

Dyson Omni-Glide Cordless Vacuum

Save on Dyson's newest, slimmest, most maneuverable vacuum for in-between cleaning on hard floors. An articulating neck and 360-degree castors make it easy to maneuver around obstacles and into tight spaces.

$350   $279

Bissell Little Green Portable Carpet Cleaner

This TikTok-famous portable upholstery and carpet cleaner sprays, scrubs and lifts away pet messes that don't call for a full-size carpet cleaning machine. It has powerful suction to easily remove dirty paw prints from carpets and stairs, plus it works on car interiors, too! 

Shark EZ Robot Vacuum with Self-Empty Base

The Shark EZ Robot makes cleaning easy by automatically emptying dirt and debris into the bagless base after each cleaning session. 

$400   $297

Sign up to get the scoop on the best deals!

RELATED CONTENT:

Sales & Deals

Prime Day Is Coming: Here's Everything to Know and Early Deals

The Best Summer Sales to Shop at Walmart This Week

Samsung Frame TVs Are on Sale for the Best Prices of 2024 Right Now

The Best Patio Furniture Deals to Shop at Walmart for Summer

The Best Walmart Father's Day Deals: Save on Gifts for Every Budget

Keurig's 2-in-1 Iced Coffee Maker Is on Sale Just in Time for Summer

The 15 Best Grill Deals at Walmart to Shop Now

• Amazon Prime Day

Updates on Celebrity News, TV, Fashion and More!