Although filled with air some manufacturers are producing air mattresses that can be used long term and come with adjustable options. These inflatable and self inflating bed mattresses are ideal if you have guests over as a temporary bed solution.

Temporary bed mattress

One of the cheapest and most portable mattresses that is ideal for camping, temporary bed or a guest bed. Most self inflate these days and therefore are not a chore to blow up. An inflatable air bed is a bit of luxury when you are camping for those of you not keen on the rather firm alternatives. A popular choice is the aerobed inflating to full size in under a minute.

Portable bed

If you are on the move and need some kind of travel bed then a blow up mattress makes a perfect portable bed. As mentioned above if you are the outdoors type they blow up mattress serves as a perfect outdoor travel bed.