Best Spreader Bar Hammocks

The spreader bar is made from bamboo which is known for its strength and water resistance. It’s also a curved spreader bar which is designed to help add extra balance. Another nice feature is the handy clip in the middle which allows you to detach it in half for easy storing.

The material is a blend of cotton and polyester which provides a happy medium between comfort and strength. Adding polyester overcomes some of the disadvantages of a pure cotton hammock, for example it doesn’t retain as much water making it easier to clean and is less prone to tearing.

It comes with two straps and carabiners included so you’ll have it hanging in no time, plus there is a storage bag too. The total length of the hammock is 10’6ft and with a bed size of 6’6ft x 4’11ft. This is just about big enough for 2 people and the 441lb weight limit will cope with this.

I always bang the drum about NOVICA because I really love the backstory of the products. NOVICA is a marketplace that connects artisan producers with those wanting to purchase sustainable products.

This hammock is handmade by local experts in artisan villages of Brazil. The hammocks are all fair trade, and you know it’s a brand you can trust as they have a strategic partnership with National Geographic to promote their efforts.

The hammock itself is in the Nicaraguan style, made from 100% cotton with spreader bars made from eucalyptus wood. It has a luxury fringe which is the traditional style for this type of hammock, but it still pulls it off in an elegant and modern way.

The hammock is 11’10ft and because it has relatively short suspension strings, it has a large bed size of 7’7ft x 5’5ft. This is big enough for two people, although with a weight capacity of 300lbs you’ll have to be careful not to overload it.

Byer of Maine have become one of the most well-known names in fabrics and textiles but are perhaps best known for their vibrant hammocks, as well as hammock stands and accessories.

This Brasilia hammock is made in Brazil, although technically it’s not in the Brazilian style and is more like a Nicaraguan or American hammock. Compared to the other hammocks here, it has a higher 85% cotton blend, with 15% polyester for added strength.

The hardwood spreader bar keeps the hammock open and makes it easier to get in and out. The material has a luxurious look and feel, plus the addition of polyester makes it more resistant to weather and maintain s the vibrant colors.

It’s only a single size hammock with a 330lb capacity, however with a width of 4’7ft this is still a very generous amount of space for one person. There doesn’t appear to be any alternative sizes although there are two colourful designs to choose between.

You might best recognise Zupapa from their trampolines, but they are fast expanding into other products for the back yard including a huge range of hammocks. This particular hammock is known as a quilted hammock as it’s made from two pieces of polyester material that are bound together with further polyester stuffing inside that adds comfort.

This is not a traditional style of hammock, rather one that has been adapted for the western market. It is much easier to care for than traditional cotton hammocks and you won’t do too much damage if it’s left out in poor weather so it’s an ideal backyard hammock.

The spreader bar is made from bamboo with detachable pillow and can be split in half which makes it easier to store away in the included carry case. It’s also in a curved design which helps with balance, spreader bar hammocks are notorious for tipping over.

The bed size is 6’3ft x 4’5ft and it has a 450lbs capacity so you can relax on your own or with another adult. The total length, from hook to hook is 11ft.It has an attached pillow which runs across the length.

You’ll find four great patterns to choose from, however Zupapa make a lot of other hammocks including some with hammock stands included so you may want to have a browse of their full collection.

This double sized rope hammock from Vivere has an open design thanks to two wooden spreader bars that run across each end. It has a loose weave that allows air flow through the holes; however, the thick ply cotton is supportive enough to hold your body and provide comfort.

It’s a 100% cotton hammock, this means it’s comfortable as the material will stretch to accommodate your body, although not as durable as others here sp shouldn’t be left out in poor weather. The hammock has a really large bed size at 7ft x 5ft and with its 450lb weight limit, it can hold two adults plus kids too. The total length of the hammock is 12.5ft.

I wanted to make sure I’ve included the top spreader bar hammocks for every occasion, so I’ve also added this Lawson hammock which is best suited for camping and outdoors.

Bridge hammocks are generally less favourable than gathered end hammocks for camping as you have the added weight and space of the spreader bar. However, they are great for anyone who prefers an open hammock and are often preferred by side sleepers.

This Lawson bridge hammock is one of the best on the market as it can also double up as a tent if you place it on the ground. It’s made from a blend of nylon and polyester with reinforcing fibres added to increase the materials strength (known as ripstop). The hammock is a little heavy for backpacking, weighing in at 4.25lbs when you include the poles. Still, that’s quite comparable to a tent.

The hammock is a single size at 3’6ft wide and with a bed length of 7’6ft. The total capacity of the Lawson bridge hammock with spreader bars is 275lbs which is just about enough for one adult plus backpacking gear provided you don’t have too much.