Best Climbing Tree Stand Reviews for Bow & Rifle

As colder weathers come closer, deer hunting season is also afoot, and many hunters are getting their gear ready for this season’s hunt. Now there are many ways to hunt deer, but one of the most common and effective ones is using a climbing tree stand.  So, let’s talk about the best climbing tree stand available in the market.

Climbing tree stands are very versatile and easy to move around making them ideal for new hunting grounds, where you are probably going to be trying out different hunting positions. They are great for both rifle and bow hunters and are also easy and convenient to use.

What to Look for in a Climbing Tree Stand?

Firstly, the type of hunting you are doing has a significant impact on what features you need. For instance, if you are primarily a bowhunter, you would want a climbing tree stand that does not have a rail, which may otherwise get in your way when you are drawing your bow.

On the other hand, if you are using a rifle or a crossbow, a rail can be very helpful, as it gives you a place to rest your rifle while shooting.

Weight is also an important factor to keep in mind when looking for the perfect treestand. It should be light enough to carry around easily because you are probably going to have to carry the stand quite a distance into the woods. Safety is also very important, so make sure that your tree stand has solid harnesses, and is made from high-quality materials.

If you are spending a lot of time in your treestand, you would probably want it to be comfortable as well. Lastly, also make sure that the stand doesn’t make too much noise. The whole purpose of a tree stand is to get the element of surprise, which isn’t going to happen if you scare the deer away every time you move.

To start off the list, we have an amazing tree stand from Summit Treestands. The Goliath SD is an excellent climbing treestand with a closed front frame made from strong and high-quality aluminum.

All the joints are interlocked before being precision welded for maximum strength and rigidity. Certain critical parts of the aluminum tubing are also filled with specifically designed sound deadening foam, to make the treestand silent.

The Treestand weighs only 25 pounds, so you can easily carry it on your back, and it can carry up to 350 pounds. The Goliath SD has a padded seat along with padded side rails and front rail for maximum comfort. The padding has a mossy oak camo finish.

As far as safety is concerned, the treestand also comes with Includes Full Body Fall Arrest Harness System, along with all the necessary hardware.

If you are a bowhunter and want a super lightweight stand without rails, this is perfect for you. The XOP-XTREME Vanish Evolution Treestand is made from high-quality cast aluminum, instead of the commonly used aluminum tubing. This makes it super strong while eliminating noise as well.

This heavy-duty tree weighs only 12 pounds, including the sitting cushion and harnesses. It is easy to carry around and can easily handle up to 350 pounds of weight. Being a hang-on climbing tree stand, it can be mounted on a lot of different trees, even if they aren’t completely straight and clean.

As far as comfort is concerned, this minimalist tree stand isn’t the most comfortable, but it is ideal for mobility and quick deployment. It does have a padded seat, but no back pain and armrests. For safety, it also comes with the TMA-approved 6-point Fall Arrest System.

If you are looking for a hang-on treestand, that also has better comfort this is a good option. The Hawk Cruzr Hang-On Treestand is made in one piece, so there is no need for additional assembly. Moreover, since it has no rails, it is ideal for using bows as well.

Made from steel, this tree stand might be a little heavier weighing about 22 pounds, but it is also very durable. The stand can handle up to 300 pounds of weight.

It comes with a  MeshComfort™ Lumbar Seat that conforms to your body and offers maximum comfort and support. The Hawk Cruzr tree stand has over-molded attachment hooks and premium Teflon washers, which keep it really quiet.

For safety, the Hawk Cruzr Hang-On Treestand also comes with a full-body harness system. It also has oversized heavy-duty platform cables and Tree Digger teeth for increased stability.

Here is another tree stand from Summit. Like the Goliath, the Viper is also one of their best products, and it is a full-sized, climbing tree stand, with rails and a very comfortable seating system.

The Viper is made from high-quality Aluminium, and all of its joints are locked before welding for added durability. Weighing only 20 pounds, the Viper can handle a weight of up to 300 pounds, and it has custom-engineered expanding foam in the aluminum tubing to prevent noise.

It is super comfortable with a padded seat, backrest, and armrests as well. The front rail of the stand is also padded and everything has a mossy oak camo finish. For safety, a full-body harness is also shipped with the Viper

Looking for a high-quality hang-on climbing tree stand, that is super durable and lightweight? The Summit Featherweight treestand is a great option. Weighing only 17 pounds, this treestand can handle up to 300 pounds of weight.

It is made from high-quality aluminum, with locked and pressure welded joints, and a sound dampening foam in the tubing like all Summit treestands. It has a comfortable  2.75″ thick padded cushion for the seat, which adds a certain degree of comfort while allowing you to move around easily.

The sitting platform is also adjustable for different heights, making it comfortable for all-sized hunters. For safety, it comes with a protective harness.

Accessory for Stand

Summit Treestands Summit Deluxe Front Storage Bag

When you are on a treestand, stalking and waiting for deer, you need to keep a considerable amount of gear with you. You may need something to pass the time, extra ammo, maybe some snacks, and a lot of hunting gear.

So, check out this versatile storage bag that can fit on any summit stand. It is also compatible with many treestands from other brands. It can be mounted on the front rail and has multiple pockets, including a front zippered product for the things that you want to keep safe from falling down.

The Summit storage bag also has side pockets.  Perfect for storing a water bottle or other gear like a flashlight and some tools. All the zippers on the bag have extended string loops so that they are super easy to open, even if you have gloves on.

The bag is made from durable materials and has a PVC lining to provide weather and water resistance

XOP-XTREME Deluxe Hang-On Treestand Seat Cushion

If you have an XOP-XTREME hanging on a treestand, you can make it more comfortable by buying the deluxe seat cushion. Compatible with all XOP hang-on stands, this cushion can make treestand hunting a lot more comfortable.

It is a Tri-layered closed-cell foam cushion, with a compression top, which allows it to maintain its shape. It has a durable water-resistant fabric lining to make sure that the cushion lasts for a long time. The cushion is available in a storm grey color.