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Trakker RLX Bench Chair
RLX Bench Chair
Our verdict
A cracking two-man bench chair for social sessions, gazebo lounging and those long carp waits when you want to get your feet up without hauling a full sofa to the swim.
Good for
- Social carp anglers
- Static and semi-static anglers
Maybe skip if
- Roaming anglers
- Anglers needing overnight furniture
Key points
- Seats up to two people on an approximately 103cm-wide padded bench.
- Maximum load is 250kg under normal usage.
- Folds flat and has built-in carry handles for transport and storage.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the Trakker RLX Bench Chair from the RLX range, not Trakker’s individual RLX armchairs or bedchairs.
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Quick verdict
Verdict
The Trakker RLX Bench Chair is a dead-handy bit of carp camp furniture. It gives two anglers a surprisingly comfy perch, folds flat and slips neatly into a gazebo or Social Cap.
It’s not the lightest choice for a short roving session, and a bench chair won’t replace a proper bedchair. But for social fishing, brew breaks and long nights beside the rods, it’s bob on.
A proper comfort-first bench for social carp fishing, with strong capacity and easy storage. It loses a little ground only if you’re a mobile angler or watching every gram.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality
- 9/10
- Performance
- 8.8/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 8/10
- Ease of Use
- 9.4/10
- Value for Money
- 8.6/10
The padded ergonomic build, arm rests, polyester outer and solid 250kg capacity make it feel like a serious bit of camp furniture.
It does its main job well: giving two anglers a stable, comfortable seat that folds flat and fits inside suitable shelters.
It won’t catch fish for you, but better comfort can keep you settled, alert and ready when a bite-time arrives.
Simply unfold it, place it sensibly and get comfy, with carry handles making transport less of a faff.
For two-person shelter comfort and shared-session practicality, it offers strong value, provided you actually need a bench rather than a lighter single chair.
Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Social carp anglers. You can share a comfy seat in a gazebo or Social Cap without carrying two separate chairs.
- Static and semi-static anglers. The flat-folding design is easy to keep in the car for long sessions, brew breaks and general camp comfort.
Maybe skip if
- Roaming anglers. At approximately 5.7kg, it’s not the first thing you’ll want on a long barrow-free walk between swims.
- Anglers needing overnight furniture. It’s a sitting solution rather than a bedchair, so it won’t cover sleeping or proper rest between bite-times.
On paper
Good points and things to know
What we like
- Seats two anglers, which is cracking for social sessions and shared swims.
- Well-padded, ergonomic design with arm rests for proper comfort.
- Folds flat, with built-in carry handles to make moving it less of a faff.
- 250kg maximum load gives plenty of capacity for normal use.
- Trakker’s bespoke camo finish looks right at home in a carp shelter.
Worth knowing
- At approximately 5.7kg, it’s more suited to static or semi-static fishing than long walks across a big venue.
- A bench chair takes up more footprint than a single chair, so check your swim and shelter space first.
- It’s for sitting, not sleeping, so you’ll still need a bedchair for proper overnight kip time.
The lowdown
Introducing the Trakker RLX Bench Chair
A cracking two-man bench chair for social sessions, gazebo lounging and those long carp waits when you want to get your feet up without hauling a full sofa to the swim.
- Seats up to two people on an approximately 103cm-wide padded bench.
- Maximum load is 250kg under normal usage.
- Folds flat and has built-in carry handles for transport and storage.
- Designed to fit inside Trakker gazebos and Social Caps.
Specifications
Key facts and specs
- Capacity
- Seats up to two people
- Seat width
- Approximately 103cm
- Seat height
- Approximately 38cm
- Back height
- Approximately 43cm
- Weight
- Approximately 5.7kg
- Maximum load
- 250kg under normal usage
Specs checked with Trakker, Oct 2026.
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How it stacks up
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Trakker RLX Bench Chair
There’s a time for travelling light, clipping up a couple of rods and keeping the whole session nice and mobile. Then there’s a proper social carp session, where the kettle’s on, the shelter’s up and nobody’s in a rush to pack away. That’s where the Trakker RLX Bench Chair makes a fair bit of sense.
Rather than giving you one oversized throne, Trakker has made a wide bench that seats up to two people. It’s approximately 103cm across, so there’s room for a pair of anglers to sit together without having to squeeze onto separate little chairs. Handy when you’re sharing a swim, keeping an eye on the rods or just having a natter while the lake goes quiet.
The seat height is approximately 38cm, which gives it a fairly natural sit for most bank work. You’re not perched miles off the ground, but you’re not practically kneeling in the mud either. That matters when you’re repeatedly getting up for the kettle, checking a rig or reacting to a screaming take.
Comfort is clearly a big part of the design. The RLX Bench Chair has an ergonomic shape, a well-padded cover and built-in arm rests. So when the rods are behaving themselves and the only action is a bit of fizzing over the spot, you can actually settle in rather than fidgeting every five minutes.
The back height is approximately 43cm, giving useful support without turning the whole thing into a huge high-back chair. That lower-profile shape helps it work inside Trakker gazebos and Social Caps, where every bit of headroom and floor space counts. You can sit under cover without feeling like you’ve brought half the living room.
It also folds flat, which is exactly what you want from camp furniture. Leave it folded in the van, slide it into the bivvy or stash it with the rest of your shelter kit. The built-in carry handles are a proper bonus too. You can grab it quickly rather than wrestling with loose legs or trying to balance it under one arm.
The approximate 5.7kg weight is worth thinking about before you buy. That’s perfectly reasonable for a two-person bench, especially when you’re moving from the car to a nearby swim. But it isn’t really aimed at the angler who marches miles around a reservoir with a rucksack and a tiny roving bag. For that job, a compact single chair wins hands down.
Capacity is strong, with a maximum load of 250kg under normal usage. That gives plenty of breathing room for two adults, though as with any chair, it wants sensible use on firm, reasonably level ground. Don’t treat it like a wrestling platform, and don’t leave it perched awkwardly across a hole or steep bank.
The outer material is 100% polyester and it comes finished in Trakker’s bespoke camo pattern. That gives it the familiar RLX look and helps it blend into a carp setup. More importantly, the whole package is quick to use: unfold it, position it in the shelter and relax. No faff, no complicated assembly and no waiting around when bite-time finally arrives.
Our take
The big appeal? Two anglers, one chair
Most fishing chairs are built for one bum at a time. The RLX Bench Chair takes a different route, giving you a wide, padded seat for two without dragging a bulky sofa-style chair to the lake.
That makes it especially useful in a social shelter, where space is at a premium but comfort still matters. Fold it out, chuck a brew on the table and you’ve got a proper base for watching the water.
What you’re buying
A wide, padded seat built for the social side of carp fishing
The RLX Bench Chair is essentially a two-person fishing bench with a supportive back, arm rests and a padded cover. The approximately 103cm seat width is the headline feature. It gives two anglers somewhere to sit together, rather than filling the shelter with separate chairs.
It folds flat for transport and storage, and the built-in carry handles keep moving it nice and simple. The bespoke Trakker camo finish ties in neatly with the rest of the RLX range, while the lower-profile design is intended for use inside Trakker gazebos and Social Caps.
Worth knowing. The maximum load is 250kg under normal usage. Keep it on sensible ground and remember that a bench chair is designed for sitting, not standing on or using as a makeshift bed.
Best on the bank
Ideal for social sessions, shelters and brew breaks
This is aimed squarely at anglers who spend proper time in one swim. If your setup includes a gazebo or Social Cap, the RLX Bench Chair gives you a shared perch for watching the water, tying rigs, having a brew or waiting for the rods to melt off.
It’s also a smart option for pairs of anglers who want to save floor space. One bench can replace two chairs, leaving more room for tackle, bait and the all-important kettle. At approximately 5.7kg, it’s manageable for car-to-swim carries, though less appealing for a long walk around a big venue.
Use it beside the rods rather than right on the edge of a soft or sloping bank. That keeps the chair stable and makes getting up quickly far easier when a line tightens and a proper lump starts motoring off.
Quick answers
The bits you’ll want to know before buying
Does it really seat two? Yes. That’s the whole point of the bench format. The seat is approximately 103cm wide and the chair is rated to a 250kg maximum load under normal usage, giving two anglers a shared spot for sitting comfortably.
Is it suitable for overnight carp fishing? It’s useful during an overnight session, especially inside a shelter, but it isn’t a bedchair. You’ll still need proper sleep kit if you’re staying out through the night.
Will it be easy to store? Yes. It folds flat and has built-in carry handles, so it’s straightforward to keep in the van, bivvy or garage between sessions. Just allow for the extra width compared with a normal single chair.
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01Can two adults sit on the Trakker RLX Bench Chair?
Can two adults sit on the Trakker RLX Bench Chair?
Yes. It’s designed to seat up to two people, with an approximately 103cm-wide seat and a 250kg maximum load under normal usage.
02Does the RLX Bench Chair fit in a Trakker gazebo?
Does the RLX Bench Chair fit in a Trakker gazebo?
Yes. It’s designed to fit inside Trakker gazebos and Social Caps, making it a handy choice for social shelter setups.
03Is the Trakker RLX Bench Chair easy to carry?
Is the Trakker RLX Bench Chair easy to carry?
It folds flat and has built-in carry handles. At approximately 5.7kg, it’s manageable for short carries, though a single chair will be handier for long treks.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: verdict. The strongest reasons to choose it are seats two anglers, which is cracking for social sessions and shared swims. and well-padded, ergonomic design with arm rests for proper comfort.; the main trade-off is at approximately 5.7kg, it’s more suited to static or semi-static fishing than long walks across a big venue..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Seats two anglers, which is cracking for social sessions and shared swims.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Social carp anglers: You can share a comfy seat in a gazebo or Social Cap without carrying two separate chairs.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “At approximately 5.7kg, it’s more suited to static or semi-static fishing than long walks across a big venue.”
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