Coleman Shock-Absorbing Folding Chair Review: A 1.4 kg Seat

By the Store Manager

Queuing for desserts, waiting for fireworks, watching kids' football — two hours standing hurts. That's what the Coleman CM-38833 is for.

Key points first

From official specs, listings and user feedback: about 39×39×58 cm open, 13×12×58 cm folded, about 1.4 kg.

Folded it's umbrella-shaped and fits its carry bag for shoulders, scooter boxes or car trunks.

Key features & specs

Polyester seat on a steel frame, 39 cm wide, 33 cm high, about 80 kg load; black, wine red and navy.

It opens and folds in seconds.

The low seat suits barbecues, streams and sandpits.

Uses: queues, games, fireworks, fishing, camping, car washing.

In use: everyday scenarios

Users love how light and portable it is.

It has no arms or high back; for long sessions choose a moon chair.

Tall users may find it low.

Don't exceed 80 kg or stand on it; check footing on sand or slopes.

Shop owner's notes

Brush off sand, wipe, dry before storing.

Shop owner's aside: good moments often involve waiting — better seated.

See the alternatives below.

Scooter riders can slip it into many under-seat boxes or strap it on a rack for riverside sunsets.

Parents use it for classes, playgrounds and sports days; at 1.4 kg it's easy to carry with everything else.

At home it helps with balcony gardening, dog baths or garage jobs, then folds against a wall.

Pair it with a picnic mat, and check stored chairs for rust or wear now and then.

What forum users say

On PTT camping, Mobile01 and Dcard, users love that it folds like an umbrella — great for queues, games and fireworks — and opens in seconds. Notes: the seat is low for tall people and it's not for long sessions; a chair with a back is comfier.

Similar alternatives

• Coleman compact chair with back; check the listing.
• Helinox Chair One: light moon chair; check the listing.
• Snow Peak folding chair: premium; check the listing.

Before you buy

In short, light, slim and fast, best for short sits.

Specs

Pros

• Slim when folded
• Light at 1.4 kg
• Quick to open
• Carry bag

Cons

• Low 33 cm seat
• No arms or high back
• About 80 kg limit

FAQ

Q: Max load?

A: About 80 kg; don't stand on it.

Q: Folded size?

A: About 13×12×58 cm in its bag.

Q: Long sitting?

A: Low and backless-ish; better for short breaks.

Q: Colors?

A: Black, wine red and navy.

Where to buy

View on Shopee

Prices and specs: check the Shopee listing.

Sources

• Coleman Taiwan official site
• PTT camping discussion
• Mobile01 camping discussion
• Shopee listing

Compiled by the store manager from official specs, listings and user feedback.

Some images are AI illustrations

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