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Athelon
ATHELON® Foldable camping toilet for outdoor, camping & travelling

The foldable camping toilet from Athelon® is characterised by its very simple assembly and disassembly, which can be completed in just a few seconds. It is very space-saving during transport. When unfolded, however, it impresses with its pleasantly large seat and high stability. A load of approx. 120 kg was easily withstood for several minutes without any deformation or damage. The seat height is also comfortable. You don’t have to bend over too much, so the chair is also suitable for children or older people. On the negative side, the foldable camping toilet does not have an integrated toilet roll holder. In addition, the bin liner must be held firmly when removing the anti-slip device, otherwise it will immediately slip out of the lid and the contents of the bin liner will leak out.

  • Simple assembly and dismantling
  • Low weight
  • High stability
  • Comfortable and large seat
  • Comfortable seat height
  • No integrated toilet roll holder
  • No additional rubbish bag protection

The first impression

Packaging and contents

Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?

Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?

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Product protection

Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected

80

Points

Sustainability Packaging

Unnecessary packaging waste has been avoided, the plastic film protects the product components

100

Points

Package contents & scope

Complete

100

Points

Instructions for use

Product is self-explanatory

100

Points

TOTAL

95

Points

Weighting: 20%
*Themaximum score is 100 points

When unpacking the box, the foldable camping toilet immediately catches the eye. In addition to the toilet, sufficient compostable bio-waste bags and a small roll of toilet paper are included. A silicone urinal is also included, which is easy to wash and disinfect. Plastic packaging has been avoided as far as possible. No damage was found on any of the products. Assembly and disassembly is self-explanatory and requires no instructions.

The first time in your hand

Product processing and appearance

Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?

Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?

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Visual appearance

Attractive design

100

Points

Processing

Very good workmanship

100

Points

Stability

Very stable

100

Points

Sustainability of the product

No details, but use of high-quality materials

100

Points

TOTAL

100

Points

Weighting: 20%
*Themaximum score is 100 points

The design and appearance is simple and elegant in black. The dark colour makes it less noticeable during outdoor and camping activities, for example. In addition, the foldable camping toilet is compact and space-saving despite the pleasantly large seat. The workmanship of the plastic parts and support legs is satisfactory and has no manufacturing faults. When fully unfolded, the legs engage indirectly. No force is required to fold up the camping toilet. This is done with a smooth movement. The waste bags supplied are compostable and can therefore be disposed of in nature or in the organic waste bin, making the product sustainable and environmentally friendly.

This is what our practical test showed

Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?

Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.

Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.

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Customised

Stability at maximum load

100

Points

Customised

Assembly and dismantling time

100

Points

Customised

Load-bearing capacity of the seat

95

Points

Customised

Smooth operation of the folding mechanisms

100

Points

Customised

Wipe resistance of the surfaces

100

Points

TOTAL

99

Points

Weighting: 45%
*Themaximum score is 100 points

In the practical test, the stability was tested with a maximum load of 120 kg. When the test person sat down with a weight of 85 kg, no deformations, noises or a feeling of instability could be perceived. The weight was gradually increased to 120 kg using weights. It was noticeable that the camping toilet was under more weight. However, at no time did we notice that the camping toilet collapsed or broke. Assembly and disassembly only takes a few seconds and can be carried out with minimal effort. The load-bearing capacity of the seats is excellent at all times thanks to the even weight distribution due to the pleasantly large surface area. Even after several test runs, in which approx. 5 litres of water were filled and emptied and the camping toilet was dismantled and reassembled, the folding mechanisms functioned without any problems. No increased effort was required at any time. Cleaning is easy thanks to the non-porous and very smooth plastic surface, making the foldable camping toilet from Athelon® a faithful companion for many camping trips.

Test plan of the Prüfengel Institute

A detailed insight into the evaluation criteria of the practical part of the test and the distribution of points can be found here. If you are also interested in the evaluation of our other test criteria, please read our document on the evaluation process.

Price/performance ratio

and ratings from consumers

Finally, we analyse how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it?

Finally, we analyse how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it?

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Price / performance ratio

Very good performance in the mid-price segment

80

Points

TOTAL

80

Points

Weighting: 15%
*Themaximum score is 100 points

At the time of testing, the product had not been listed on Amazon for long enough. Therefore, the existing reviews do not sufficiently reflect the advantages and disadvantages of the product, so this point is neglected in the evaluation.

Prices of up to €69.99 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very affordable products are available from as little as € 19.99 . The foldable camping toilet from Athelon® is therefore currently in the middle price segment with a price of €49.99. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is very good.

Overall result

1. packaging & contents

20%

95

Points

2. product processing & appearance

20%

100

Points

3. in the practical test

45%

99

Points

4. price/performance & consumer ratings

15%

80

Points

TOTAL

96

Points

*Themaximum score is 100 points

ATHELON® Foldable camping toilet for outdoor, camping & travelling
 of the brand 
Athelon
achieved
96
Points in our test and therefore passed. The test was carried out in the test period
07/24
and is stored in our database under the licence number
240611003
. Further information on our test procedure can be found at www.pruefengel.de/testverfahren.

The practical tests are based on careful observations and do not include long-term or laboratory tests. The test judgements reflect the personal impressions and opinions of the testers who try out the products in everyday use. We would like to emphasise that these evaluations do not claim to be exhaustive and may reflect both subjective and objective impressions. The evaluations are made to the best of our knowledge and belief, without any liability being assumed for the accuracy or completeness of the test results. It is important to note that our tests are not based on legal requirements, medical effects or specific ingredients of the products. We rely on the advertising claims and information provided by the manufacturers, but use of the information is always at your own risk. Our efforts are aimed at ensuring a serious and thorough testing procedure, which has been developed in a long and professional process in close co-operation with our testers.

The practical tests are based on careful observations and do not include long-term or laboratory tests. The test judgements reflect the personal impressions and opinions of the testers who try out the products in everyday use. We would like to emphasise that these evaluations do not claim to be exhaustive and may reflect both subjective and objective impressions. The evaluations are made to the best of our knowledge and belief, without any liability being assumed for the accuracy or completeness of the test results. It is important to note that our tests are not based on legal requirements, medical effects or specific ingredients of the products. We rely on the advertising claims and information provided by the manufacturers, but use of the information is always at your own risk. Our efforts are aimed at ensuring a serious and thorough testing procedure, which has been developed in a long and professional process in close co-operation with our testers.

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