Further down, I've also included some insight into the testing methodology I used, as well as some tips on how to shop for a beach chair and answers to a few frequently asked questions. The best ...

We real-world tested over 20 beach chairs to evaluate their portability, ease of use, comfort, and durability on the beaches of California, Florida, and New York.

Beach chairs come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors and styles – from recliners and loungers to low-sling or backpack-style options with features like cup holders, footrests and wheels.

What you really need is a portable picnic chair, sometimes called a folding beach chair ... padded backpack straps to carry it around. The best part is the large back pocket, which is big enough ...