**ONE Subaru Outback Kit AVAILABLE for Immediate pick up or shipment. CLICK HERE for details**
*NEW* Crosstrek Platform
Designed specifically for the Crosstrek, the ideal minimalist platform is now available!
Transform The Way You Camp
Why Compass Camper?
- Aluminum Framing: Unmatched strength-to-weight ratio
- Comfortable Sleeping Experience: protected from the elements and wildlife, a cozy, secure environment
- Retractable Bed Extension: Store the bed in the trunk to use your back seats, or extend it for sleeping. Unmatched flexibility!
- Plug-and-Play Convenience: Tailor-fitted for each model to maximize storage. Zero tools needed for install, secure to existing anchor points
- Built for Adventure: Engineered to handle rugged travel conditions with durability as a priority
- Instant Camp Kitchen: Pull-out drawers provide on-the-go food prep space
- Sleek and Stylish: Customizable Drawer Faces add elegance to functionality
Your Basecamp Starts Here
My back seats do not fold flat. Does the bed platform lay flat?
- Yes, the camper's dimensions account for the slight incline of the folded down back seats to create a flat bed platform. The support for the bed extension is a specific height based on your vehicle's measurements.
Can I use my back seats with the camper installed?
- Yes! The bed extension can be detached from the trunk frame and slid into the trunk. Then, you can raise your back seats. It's easy to keep the camper installed full-time and not lose any functionality of your vehicle for daily driving.
How heavy are these campers?
- Depends on which model car you have. In total, they range from about 75-100lbs for kits with drawers, and about 45lbs for the kits without drawers.
How does shipping work?
- I can ship anywhere in the lower 48 states. For full Kits with drawers, it costs a flat rate of $500. I load the camper in a padded custom box, then strap it to a pallet. It is shipped via freight shipping service. They use forklifts and semi-trucks to transport the unit. This is the safest way to ship large items by far. *Contact me about shipping to Canada*
- For bed platforms without drawers, it costs $175, and comes flat-packed and shipped via UPS.
Can I pick it up locally to save on shipping costs?
- Absolutely! We are located in Bend, Oregon. Select 'Pick Up' at checkout. We will then coordinate a time and date. I will install it for you on site, show you how to operate it, and answer any questions you might have.
How strong are the drawers?
- The drawer slides range from a load rating of 250-300lbs when fully extended, although the plywood drawers can roughly handle about 50 lbs on each drawer comfortably. Make sure the trunk frame is secured tightly to your car so the extended drawers do not tilt when loaded.
Can I access my spare tire easily?
- Yes! You do not need to take the camper out of your vehicle to access your spare tire. Simply unhook all four turnbuckles from your anchor points, then slide the trunk frame over your folded down back seats to expose the spare tire area under the trunk.
Let customers speak for us
Awesome system! Got the low profile setup for my 2023 RAV4. I wanted more headroom, but in retrospect the drawer setup would have provided sufficient headroom, so part of me wishes I had gone that route, but I’m very happy with the low profile setup. When not in use everything fits under the factory cargo area cover in the cargo space. Well engineered and thought out. Anthony was great to work with, and very helpful explaining everything. Materials and construction are super high quality. I recommend getting the split setup and the mattress. The whole system is well worth the cost and super easy to use. 10/10
I am beyond happy with my compass camper! The craftsmanship is next level and the communication was top tier. I am so glad I went with this company instead of doing a dyi build.
Anthony did a great job on my conversion kit. I opted for the black aluminum frame and star mosaic drawer fronts. They look great! The product is made very well and it was easy to install. I just got back from Yellowstone, and this setup was great!
Fits perfectly and it its comfortable. Nicely made, great product.
Arrived in Orlando in perfect condition, setup after unboxing took less than 10 minutes. Everything worked perfectly, no issues whatsoever. I recommend this item.
Absolutely love it! Drove from CT to Oregon to pick it up. Met Anthony and was installed super fast and easy. Great storage and the pop up table is a cool feature. When extended into sleeping position the platform is very sturdy, set up air mattresses onto it and had a great car camping experience.
!! The drawer storage and lift table are top tier! My cat and I have been traveling and sleeping comfortably for a couple of weeks now.
Packaging was intimidating, coming on a couple pallets, however easy peasy to install!
It’s really obvious & refreshing when someone puts care and effort into the work that they do. I was looking for a build-out for the back of my 4Runner to upgrade my camping and adventuring. I received this camper and am stoked on the quality, the precision in which it’s made, the ease of installation, and just the overall experience. I was nervous to have this made and shipped, but it delivered expertly packed on a pallet and in perfect condition. I cannot say enough good things about this and I can’t wait to break it in this summer.
We just picked up our Compass Camper for a Subaru Outback. Anthony was great at making pick up easy. Installation went better than expected. Anthony reviewed how to best utilize space, gave lots of info on how to get the most out the platform. I am looking forward to getting outside and having this upgrade to make car camping and outside recreation so much easier. Also looking forward to being so much more organized while traveling.
I recently drove to Oregon to have Anthony install a RAV4 camper conversion kit in my 2020 Toyota, and I couldn’t be happier with the results! The platform is extremely well-made, sturdy, and professionally installed—Anthony even removed part of the back seat to ensure a perfect fit.
What stood out most was Anthony’s honesty, pride in his work, and reasonable pricing. He was a pleasure to communicate with and went the extra mile by adding a custom compartment under the front passenger seat for my dog when I asked.
Though I haven’t used the setup yet, the craftsmanship speaks for itself—it’s clear he pays attention to detail. Highly recommend Compass Camper Concepts to anyone looking for a reliable, high-quality conversion!
I am 5'8" and I have not been able to sleep fully stretched out, toes pointed, in a car until I got this platform. Just having my sleeping pad in my Forester's cargo area with the seats down before was still too cramped with how the front seats would have to be. Now with this design the space above my backseat's footwell is utilized as well and I can sleep truly comfortably, side by side with my partner. The drawers in the back and the space under the platform in the middle of the car provide nice space for easily accessed organized compartments. I've gone on one 2 week road trip so far with this set up and I'm looking forward to many more to come. I also want to say that in the process of ordering this platform I had a bunch of weird constraints with needing to delay pickup by several weeks due to uncertainty with my schedule and Anthony would respond to my emails usually within just a few hours and was accommodating in every way to hold the platform as long as I needed and coordinating with me when I was ready to pick it up. I honestly can't say I've had a better customer service experience than the one I did working with Anthony on this.
I am 5'8" and I have not been able to sleep fully stretched out, toes pointed, in a car until I got this platform. Just having my sleeping pad in my Forester's cargo area with the seats down before was still too cramped with how the front seats would have to be. Now with this design the space above my backseat's footwell is utilized as well and I can sleep truly comfortably, side by side with my partner. The drawers in the back and the space under the platform in the middle of the car provide nice space for easily accessed organized compartments. I've gone on one 2 week road trip so far with this set up and I'm looking forward to many more to come.
I also want to say that in the process of ordering this platform I had a bunch of weird constraints with needing to delay pickup by several weeks due to uncertainty with my schedule and Anthony would respond to my emails usually within just a few hours and was accommodating in every way to hold the platform as long as I needed and coordinating with me when I was ready to pick it up. I honestly can't say I've had a better customer service experience than the one I did working with Anthony on this.
I purchased the low profile, split bed configuration with the black aluminum frame with the Roam rest mattress for my 2024 Subaru Outback. It all arrived as promised. The packaging was secure and intact. The freight company was responsive to rescheduling an in-person delivery. The installation video was clear with just the right amount of detail. The frame and materials are rugged and minimalist - just what I wanted. I'm looking forward to getting on the road soon in comfort and style. Thanks, Anthony!
I got the low profile camper with an extendable table on one side - really happy I did - it’s a huge improvement over my DIY home depot build. I love that it’s carpeted and that the section over the backseat can be moved so I don’t have to take the camper out when I’m driving people. It feels really sturdy and the hooks to lock it in place is pretty genius. Really appreciated the quick responses and great communication from Anthony as well.
About
Starting with a passion for experiencing North America through a Subaru, the perfect car camper was born. My name is Anthony, and I have an obsession with creating tools to make the traveling lifestyle more convenient, organized, reliable, and stylish. Incorporating all of these ideas is what birthed the Compass Camper. I now work full time, building customer's dream campers, and my passion for carpentry fuels the process.
When I am not in my shop building, you can catch me at Oregon's climbing areas, ski hills, and camping along the way. My lifestyle is the perfect testament to prove how useful and practical these campers can be!