From the fall frosty mornings to the spring rainy season, each and every hunter depends on their equipment to handle challenges thrown their way. As hunters, we look for our equipment to be dependable, comfortable, and also serve all of our needs. Every turkey hunter knows that in order to turkey hunt you need a quality turkey hunting vest. Our 4 Seasons Outdoors team has reviewed the top 4 turkey vest purchased on Amazon. We've scored each according to durability, comfortability, and overall purpose severed.
#1 ALPS Outdoorz Super Elite 4.0 Turkey Vest
Topping our list is the ALPS Outdoorz Super Elite 4.0 Turkey Vest. This vest has a 2.5inch thick seat cushion and runs in a variety of sizes. It's great for any first time hunters and has the pocket space to prove it.
Score: 9.63
Pros
Great pocket space
Comfortable seat
High quality
Light weight, around 3 pounds
Affordable
Durable
Cons
Runs small in sizes
Bright orange writing
#2 TIDEWE Turkey Vest with Seat
Coming in at number two on our list is the TIDEWE Turkey Vest with a seat. This vest offers a dual kick stand back support. This support allows hunters to set up shop anywhere to hunt, therefore you're not just limited to trees. The 3inch cushioned seat makes long waits comfortable.
Score: 9.46
Pros
Tons of pockets
Really comfortable
Decent quality
Great durability
Built in back rest
Cons
The one size fits all runs big
Leg tilt could be taller
Leg can catch branches if not returned starting position
Slightly heavier than most, around 7 pounds
#3 Knight & Hale Run-N-Gun 200- Turkey Vest Frame
Rolling in third on our list is the Knight & Hale Run-N-Gun 200- Turkey Vest Frame. This extremely light weight turkey vest allows hunters to pack light, and bring just the essentials for a quick hunt.
Score: 9.25
Pros
Additional back pack space
Comfortable
Very Light weight, 1.5 pounds
Priced Affordably
Cons
Not as many pockets
Not the most durable
One size fits all, for the smaller hunters the straps can be a hassle
#4 ALPS Outdoorz Grand Slam Turkey Vest
Last on our list is the ALPS Outdoorz Grand Slam Turkey Vest. Like the TIDEWE Turkey Vest, this vest offers a dual kick stand back support, allowing hunters not to be limited to trees for back support. The 3inch memory foam seat, offers comfortable long hunts.
Score: 8.65
Pros
Plenty of pocket space
Extremely comfortable
Built in back rest
Cons
Weak kick stand legs, break if not careful
Bulky kick stand feet catch on limbs
Slightly more expensive
Not as light weight, around 7 pounds
Runs small
Bright orange writing