Vivere Double Cotton Hammock with Space Saving Steel Stand, Upgraded Polyester End Strings 450 lb Capacity - Premium Carry Bag Included - USA Grown Cotton (Blue Lagoon)

I’ve had this hammock for over a year now, and it has been one of my best purchases. The price was amazing, and the quality exceeded my expectations. It’s super comfortable, looks really nice, and has held up perfectly with regular use. It was very easy to set up, feels stable, and is portable enough to move around when needed. Definitely a great buy. I highly recommend it!

This hammock and the seller are excellent. First, the hammock. I grew up on "American" hammocks (the design with the wooden spreader bar at each end) so I was a bit dubious of this design. But after some research and realizing that pretty much the rest of world uses this design (and often as their primary sleeping location) I decided to give it a try. I absolutely love it! It is amazingly comfortable and very cozy. But it might not be for everyone. The American design lays much flatter (and is also much easier to flip out of) and allows one to lay there while socializing with others nearby. This hammock envelops you in a cocoon or perhaps cradle-like environment. I find the latter very comfortable and a great way to relax. But if socializing with others while using the hammock is your goal, this might not be the best choice. Also, this style is a little harder to get out of. It is not bad (I am a middle aged out of shape person and have little problem) but I can imagine that an elderly person or someone with certain physical limitations may have an issue. And finally, this is advertised as a double hammock. But its design means that both people sort of sag to the middle. This can be very nice and intimate or it may feel crowded. It depends on your goals. If those caveats are not a problem for you then otherwise this hammock is excellent. The hammock itself appears to be excellent quality material and I think the frame will last for many, many years (perhaps longer than me with care). The entire setup is super easy to setup and breakdown and the carrying bag means this is something I can easily travel with (camping, beach trip, or just visiting someone without a guest room?) Now for the seller. They have been wonderful to deal with. Within hours after ordering the seller contacted me to tell me that the specific color I ordered was not available. They told me they only had one left in the warehouse and upon inspection it was damaged. They gave me the option of a refund, back order, or choosing another color. I know from painful experience that many sellers would have simply sent the damaged product anyway (either because they didn't pay attention or just didn't care). I was thankful for this seller's quick and honest communication. After choosing another color I received my hammock quickly, it was well packaged and damage free. Interestingly, I ended up receiving the color I originally asked for. I guess they worked to find a solution to the problem I inspected the product in great detail and found not even the slightest flaw. I could not be any more pleased with my experience with this transaction.

After researching for hours about different hammock stands, we chose to get this one. We are so glad we did! It is super easy to put up and take down--this can even be done by just one person. This was important to us because we were looking for one that we could take places with us, as well as, set up in our home and outside our home. It comes with a carrying case so it is easily portable. The zippers on the carrying case have leather tabs which broke off on the first time we zipped it. However, the zippers still work and can be used, so although disappointing, it is not a big deal. The other great feature of this stand is that it fits so many different types and lengths of hammocks. We have 4 hammocks--2 nylon camping styles, a rope hammock, and the canvas hammock that this stand came with. They are all different lengths ranging from 9' to 12' and they all work great with the various hook placements you can use along the stand. One of the holes on one side of the stand is not drilled wide enough so can't be used, but all the rest work fine. Another amazing thing about this product is that the price includes a hammock! There are so many different kinds of hammocks and fabrics and colors to chose from. We chose a canvas material and it is comfortable and very wide. You can wrap yourself up in the material or have two people in it at a time. We love this hammock! It is our favorite hammock out of the ones we already owned. Both the hammock and the stand are very sturdy. We are super happy with our purchase and hope to enjoy this for years to come!

I don't think I've ever been so excited to get something in the mail! Could have been the super long and miserable winter, but I could not WAIT to get this set up. Luckily, setup was a breeze and required no tools whatsoever. Screw about six things in by hand, loop the hammock over the hooks and you're in business. In less than ten minutes, I was enjoying my first hammock ever! Some others mentioned an odor/smell, but I didn't notice anything. I set this up outdoors in about 70 degree weather and didn't notice anything and I'm highly sensitive to smells, esp that new plastic/manufacturing smell. I didn't have any struggles putting the pieces together, either. It was so easy to put together and I truly did appreciate not having to use any tools to screw anything into place. I logged about two hours in the 'mock today and I have to tell you, there's no uncomfortable position. I initially was a little skeptical that I'd like a hammock that was so wide (seeing the hammock 'burrito' pictures some others posted left me curious), but I've found that the wideness can sometimes provide some shade, too. There are so many ways to lie on this and it's just so cozy. I opted for the cotton hammock (color: tropical), and not the sunbrella fabric. The cotton is super soft and durable. I will take the cotton hammock part in the garage when not in use, but will leave the stand in the yard all summer. The hammock and stand seem very well-made. I had no hesitation about moving around in it and getting in and out. This hammock can accommodate up to 450 lbs. I had my boyfriend join me in the hammock, but it was kind-of cramped and, as he said, "it's not my thing". Pffft - more hammock for me! The hammock and stand come with a carrying case, too. I don't imagine I'll be transporting my hammock any where, but it does indeed break down easily and fits in a very nice little bag if you want to hammock somewhere else. Nice addition. So far, I'm very impressed! I'll update this review at the end of the season and note any flaws or issues, if applicable. For $130 (as of this writing), I'm very happy and look forward to wasting away the summer in this!

For Mother's Day this year, my wife told me she wanted a hammock. For some reason she had a thought of the time when we were on our honeymoon and the resort we stayed at had hand woven hammocks for every room's balcony/patio. So around that same time, we started looking around locally. We even went to a local craft fair and found these beautiful hand woven hammocks for sale... the problem was that the local seller wanted $160 for just the hammock alone. Another problem that I didn't realize until actually measuring is that the our deck/patio at home didn't have any place to mount a hammock. There's also not very many mature trees in our backyard, so going the hammock tree straps "route" wasn't going to work either. That's when I started looking around online for a hammock with a metal stand. That's when I found this one. I will admit that the reason I ended up choosing this hammock was based on: 1. It was the #1 Best Seller in Hammocks on Amazon 2. It hand an unusually high amount of 5-star reviews. After reading probably about a dozen reviews, I ended up picking a color that matched our house & patio decor. Then the rest is history... All I can say is that this is an amazing hammock and the hardware is fantastic. On Mother's Day, my wife literally spent all day laying in it, napping, watching TV, etc in it. She said it was one of the best presents I've ever gotten her. The hammock itself is very strong and my wife actually likes it better than the handwoven ones. Particularly because it's just one big sheet. Handwoven hammocks made in a "net style" end up being uncomfortable over time with each cord pressing onto your skin. The Vivere is basically a thick sheet/blanket that cocoons itself around you (very comfortably). The stand is just simply genius and can be set up within 5 minutes by 1 person. It's very sturdy and testing the hammock attached to it, my wife and I were able to swing in it without problems. I know that the instruction sheet says not to use it as a swing, but it was sturdy enough to moderately swing in it. I also wanted to add that the instructions mention that the hammock will sag over time (obviously over normal usage & wear). When that happens, you can adjust the hooks to "raise" the hammock higher to prevent your butt from touching the floor/stand bar. At the lowest setting, it was able to accommodate me (203 lbs) but my wife said it was too low. By raising the hook to the next setting, it raised the hammock bed higher. This is a wonderful idea that extends the longevity of your hammock. The carrying case that comes with it is a very nice touch. What it does is allow you to make your hammock portable (think picnics, camping, or simply just resting outdoors) or allows you to store it safely. On top of that, add the 1 year manufacturer warranty, this thing truly is a 5-star relaxing setup!

Very good quality. Easy to assemble. I was able to put it together, by myself, within 20 minutes of taking it out of the box. The one sheet instruction guide could, however, be a bit more helpful. This is a very comfortable hammock. I'm not sure I would feel so comfortable with another person resting in it with me, but it certainly can accommodate two. As some other reviewers have done, I purchased this to serve as my main bed. My sleep pattern has definitely improved. I am waking up more refreshed, and medically speaking, I have noticed far less problems with swelling in my legs, ankles, and feet. I have also noted a big improvement in the way my back feels in the morning. I continue to monitor the stitching at the ends for any signs of early breakdown as a result of daily use for 6 to 8 or more hours each night. So far all is intact and demonstrates quality in its construction. I appreciate the ability to adjust the placement of the ends as the fabric stretches. Two small caveats to mention. 1) I am 5' 7". To get out of this hammock I find it is helpful to have a small footstool available. I could lower the overall depth of the hammock, but I have found that to do so reduces my overall comfort when sleeping. 2) Another reviewer mentioned an odor. There was a slight odor that came from the inside of the tubing when I first took the product out of the box it came in. Perhaps my olfactory sense has dulled over the years, but while it was mildly unpleasant for a few nights, IF I placed my nose right up to where the tubing opened, the odor dissipated by the end of night three. If you are very sensitive to odors, however, be aware this might be of concern for you. Overall this really is a Five Star product, but leaving room for perhaps a future revision that would allow the overall footprint of the frame to be adjustable up to a foot smaller, I will go with 4 stars. It is also nice to know you can purchase replacement hammocks, if needed. I plan on picking up a few more of these to function as guest beds, or for sleep overs when my grandchildren visit.

Purchased this item as a gift for my wife and picked up during one of Amazon's daily deals. What drew me to this was the "portable" nature of the frame assembly. I wanted something we could take camping, to enjoy the shade of our campsites to relax and (probably) nap in. The package arrived fairly well packaged, only a couple minor paint dings, which weren't sufficient to make me unhappy. What did make me unhappy was the improperly manufactured cross arm. The holes weren't aligned properly, and the resulting assembly didn't sit level. So much so, that one foot was upwards of four (4) inches off the ground. As this was a gift, I was very disappointed. Since the product carries a full year warranty, I opted to reach out to Vivere to see what their resolution would be, rather than contact Amazon and go through a full on return and probable repurchase (potentially losing the great daily deal pricing). Vivere responded the next business day to my email. Part of their warranty claim process requires that the customer provide photos of the defect. I did, and they provided with a FedEx tracking number right away. Nothing for me to return. I just had to wait for the part to ship out and be delivered to me. Fast forward to after the replacement part arrived, and all is good. The unit assembles very quickly and easily. It's stable. I will point out that that there is a supporting thumb screw for the middle of the cross arm. It is CRUCIAL that this be installed as per the instructions. Without that seemingly insignificant item in place, you risk disaster as the cross arm will bow once a person climbs into the hammock. Once assembled, the hammock is fairly easy to get into and out of. The colors of the fabric are pretty accurate in the photo, the cords/rope for the ends of the hammock are golden colored, which isn't very clear in the photos. This product satisfies my desire to have something easily assembled and disassembled for storage and transport. The included carry/storage bag is amply dimensioned to make easy to put the parts in and not require a degree in Tetris mastery to get the bag zippered close. The only thing I would like to see is a storage bag for the "parts". I used a sandwich zip lock bag to hold the two hammock hooks and five thumb screws to prevent them from wandering around loose in the carry bag. I also re-used the plastic shipping bag that the hammock itself came in; I folded it up, and slid it back into the bag to keep it from getting tangled into the tubes of the frame. Are either of bags required? No, but, it would be nice to have something from the company for better storage organization. Yes, even though I received a product with a defectively manufactured part, the company maintained full email dialog me, in a timely fashion, and made good on their warranty replacement policy. So, I give it a 5 star rating. At the discounted price I paid via the Amazon deal, this is a great purchase. Even at the regular Amazon discounted price, it's a good deal. I even feel that MSRP is still a fair price for what you receive. I recommend this product, and the company. I would purchase this again with the confidence that if anything were to go wrong, the company would make it right.

I bought the first hammock because of Cami Meegan’s review. I had not used a hammock in decades but hoped that it would help with back aches and joint pains. It does, to a certain extent. After doing my own web research and reading hundreds of reviews of this and other products, I realized that I had bought the best one for my purposes. I use it inside, although I can’t leave it up permanently. Putting the frame together more than a few times made me appreciate its strength and ease of assembly. I ended up buying four hammocks and realized that there was some slight variability in how well the frame pieces fit, so you might try Cami’s WD40 tip if needed. Since there are several types of hammock, some customer complaints seem to be due to choosing this Brazilian style rather than one of the others. Many people did not like the “taco” feeling. I found that the double size let me lie comfortably in different ways, including the recommended way at a slight diagonal. Since I always seem to fall into a recuperative sleep in my hammock whether I intend to or not, it could be in any position which was comfortable at the time. Hammock users have suggested various sorts of covers and liners. I use a thin, soft foam yoga mat and found that it really added to the comfort. One person used a body pillow, which I also tried and compared, but it was too much padding. I haven’t tried the sleeping bag option that many people use for cooler outdoor sleeping, but that seems like a good idea to me. I also use a firmly stuffed rectangular pillow for my head and have had no neck or shoulder aches. A second one under the knees provides that kind of support if needed. A tip that I discovered and haven’t seen elsewhere is to use a trekking pole collapsed to its shortest length as a way to swing the hammock. I usually hold it in my right hand at the edge of the hammock and vertically to the floor. Push straight down strongly. You may have to shift the angle somewhat before you get the hammock to start swinging, but you can really create momentum. With the edge of the hammock supporting your hand, it only takes a slight wrist movement and two fingers to keep it rocking. Or you can use the wrist strap. Must be some law of physics that causes this to happen. From the comments I've read, Vivere really backs up their product and handles any questions a customer might have. So I bought their hammocks with confidence. It’s taken some practice to be able to get in and out of this hammock gracefully, at my age. I haven’t used a hammock to replace a flat mattress and bed but would definitely consider it. It’s great to have the option of extra sleeping accommodation in such a fun package! Additional comments: Six months after writing this review, I am still happily swinging in my Vivere hammocks. There is a lot of hammocking information on the web (theultimatehang.com is a good place to start) and I’m always learning something new. It is important to select the right hammock style for your indoor or outdoor purposes. I don’t often have a problem with the hanging hook rubbing the ropes but if I do I just wrap and tie a bandana around it. The metal inserts inside the rope loop ends may come out and will fit snuggly back in. They should be removed if you wash the hammock bed, I think. They prevent abrasion and I ordered extras via Amazon; not all non-Vivere hammocks come with them. Recently I have been trying different approaches for dealing with the cooling effect on the underside of the hammock with good success. When one is tucked up warmly in one of these hammocks, it is impossible to stay awake! Update 1-25-2023: It's more than five years after buying my first Vivere hammock and I'm still very happy with it and the additional ones I have bought. I use them indoors and find them so comfortable that I cannot stay awake in one. I found a Sunbrella fabric chaise lounge cushion with a headrest and the right thickness which has made my hammocks even more comfortable. And a rectangular pillow can provide support under the knees if needed. It only gets better!