Old vs. New XTherm – Is It Worth Upgrading?

This video compares the Therm-A-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT vs. the original, highlighting key upgrades in warmth, comfort, and performance.
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Looking to upgrade your sleeping pad? In this video, I compare the Therm-A-Rest NeoAir® XTherm™ NXT with the original XTherm to help you decide which one is right for you. We’ll break down everything from design changes, thickness, and weight, to comfort, insulation (R-value), and real-world performance in cold-weather camping.

I’ll also cover size and packed dimensions, how the valve performs on each version (including the new and improved WingLock valve), and what it’s like to adjust firmness and deflate the pads. Plus, I’ll test the noise level, compare materials and durability, and wrap it all up with pros, cons, and my final verdict.

Whether you’re a side sleeper, winter camper, or ultralight backpacker—this review has you covered.

// CHAPTERS

0:00 I ntro
0:30 Design & Build
1:17 Comfort & Thickness
1:46 Weight & Pack Size
3:26 R-Value & Insulation
4:02 Material & Durability
4:26 Valve & Inflation
7:23 Noise Level
7:47 Adjusting & Deflating
9:03 Stats
9:27 Pros & Cons
11:08 Final Verdict
11:49 Outro


// WHAT TO WATCH NEXT

Original XTherm video:    • Therm-A-Rest - NeoAir® XTherm™ MAX Sleepin...  
NXT Review:    • Therm-A-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT Review – Be...  


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// VIDEO CREDIT

SpeedValve video:    • Therm-a-Rest SpeedValve Tips and Tricks  


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