ENO DoubleNest review: the default hammock, examined

The ENO DoubleNest is popular because it removes most of the uncertainty from buying a first hammock. The 9.5-foot body is roomy enough for a diagonal lie, the 70D fabric is more durable than many ultralight alternatives, and the attached stuff sack keeps the 19-ounce package tidy.

Who it is for

DoubleNest fits the buyer who wants one familiar hammock for parks, campsites, and fair-weather overnights. ENO has a broad suspension and shelter ecosystem, so adding straps, a net, or a tarp later is straightforward.

The name can be misleading. Two adults can sit in it, but a double hammock is generally more comfortable as a wide bed for one overnight sleeper. Sharing the full night concentrates two bodies in the center and makes independent movement difficult.

Verified specifications

Spec	Detail
Kit Score	8.3 / 10 (researched, not personally tested)
Body dimensions	9 ft 6 in x 6 ft 2 in
Packed weight	19 oz
Capacity	400 lb
Fabric	70D FreeWave nylon taffeta
Included	Aluminum carabiners and attached stuff sack
Not included	Tree straps, bug net, tarp, insulation

What the price buys

The 70D body favors everyday durability over minimum trail weight. It tolerates repeated park use and routine packing better than thinner specialty fabrics, while the gathered-end shape remains simple to inspect and replace.

The purchase is less complete than several budget bundles. ENO includes the hammock and carabiners, but not the tree straps needed to hang it. That distinction matters when comparing checkout prices. Use straps at least 1 inch wide and follow the tree and angle guidance in how to hang a camping hammock.

Comfort and overnight use

At 9.5 feet long and more than 6 feet wide, the DoubleNest gives one sleeper enough material to rotate off the centerline. That diagonal position flattens the body and reduces shoulder squeeze.

The hammock itself is not a complete sleep shelter. A bug net controls insects, a tarp handles weather, and an underquilt or pad limits heat loss beneath the sleeper. Buyers deciding whether to build that modular system should read hammock with a bug net vs a separate net.

Frequently asked questions

Does the ENO DoubleNest include straps?

No. It includes aluminum carabiners and an attached stuff sack, but tree straps are sold separately. Include suspension in the total purchase price.

Can two people sleep in an ENO DoubleNest?

Its 400 lb rating can support many pairs, but capacity is not the same as sleep comfort. Two people tend to slide together. It works better as a two-person lounger or a roomy overnight hammock for one.

Is the ENO DoubleNest good for backpacking?

It can work for short and casual trips, but the 19-ounce figure excludes straps, weather protection, bug protection, and insulation. Add the complete system weight before comparing it with a tent.

Compare its dimensions and fabric with the Kammok Roo Double, or see the budget and bug-net alternatives in best camping hammocks.