Mobile Meditator Inflatable Meditation Cushion and Travel Pillow

I currently use a buckwheat filled zafu on a foam zabuton. I also have a seiza (meditaion bench). I wanted to try this mobile inflatable cushion to see if it would be an option when I travel, and also I wanted to try out an air filled cushion to see how comfortable it would be.This cushion is well made and seems like it would last. It was easy to inflate. However, when I used it I noticed two issues. These issues pertain to me - I am 5'8" tall - and may not affect others using this cushion.First, it was lower than my crescent shaped buckwheat zafu and thus sitting (in a modified Burmese sit) was not quite comfortable. It might be that my usual sitting posture is just better suited to a higher position but I was immediately aware of the height issue. I think I had it as full as possible, but still a bit low for me. It may be perfect for others and I am sure my buckwheat zafu may be too high for others. Anyway, the height issue is something to think about. It may also be that I just need to modify my sitting position a bit - I am not sure.Second, the "sit" was not stable enough for me. My buckwheat zafu is really solid and firm and you can really anchor-in. It was more difficult for me to maintain a vertical position consistently with this cushion as there was some wobble. Others may not experience this, but for me it was a definite problem. After trying this cushion I went back to my buckwheat cushion and felt at home again.

I love the shape of this cushion and the ease of blowing it up. But it doesnt last. I use it at home, not for travel (the old one traveled a lot). So this one has had little wear - I am 115 lb (ie not heavy!) and sit abot 40 min daily. After about 6 months of use it began to leak, slowly, now gushes out in about 20 minutes. I finally found the leak today - its where they emboss their logo!! Likely a heat process and damaged the fabric, which gave way. I am soooo disappointed and I can find no way to contact seller or manufacturer and its beyond the Amazon 30 days. So. off to find a new brand. I advise against purchasing this!!! And if the company responds to me with a replacement I am happy to change my review! (They should want the feedback!)

I am traveling for 3 months around the US and Europe and in the middle was going to my first Vipassana 10 day meditation retreat. I had NO meditation experience. We were told to bring our own meditation cushion so I ordered this one so I wasn't carrying a huge pillow around. It was awesome!I had no idea what I would need and this cushion gave me tons of options in terms of how much to inflate each compartment (sometimes I'd want more under my hips and less under my butt. Also, after 100 hours of meditating, it was nice to be able to switch it up a bit so the pressure was different. I'm an athletic 5'4" 125 pounds and this cushion was fine for my size but my experience was DRAMATICALLY improved when I put little pillows/bolsters/whatever under both knees while sitting cross-legged on this cushion. It seemed like most people on the retreat were doing this, no matter what kind of cushion they were using.Also, the material of the cushion is a little fuzzy so it grips you and you don't slide down the wedge shape. Very very nice.I WAS able to deflate the cushion completely AND get it back into the pouch it came in, which has been awesome to be able to inflate and deflate it as I hit each of my 20 destinations and am continuing my new skill of Vipassana meditation twice daily. The key is to look at how the cushion is packed when you first get it. Make sure that after you deflate it (squeeze the sides of the valves different ways while you sit on it to help get the air out) you fold the sides of the pillow IN, between the top and bottom of the pillow. If you don't do this, the cushion will be too long to fit in the pouch.They made a big thing in the course about meditating in the same place each day, as well as you could, so that that area has peaceful vibrations when you go there. As a traveler, it is great to have one that I can use no matter where I am. I fully intend to make this my primary meditation cushion once I get back home as well. Enjoy enjoy enjoy!

I had one of these which I used for a year and then one of the 3 chambers either sprung a leak or otherwise wouldn't stay inflated. So I got another last April. Used a few times indoors and the same thing happened. Bummed. Not sure if I'll replace a third time. Would like a replacement if possible.

I just got my cushion today, and WOW! The initial quality of this product is outstanding. It's plenty big enough to sit on (I'm 5'8", 170lbs). It comes with a cool carry pouch with a snap flap that is the same durable suede-ish material as the cushion itself. Look, you don't have $200 for the high-end memory foam zafu/zabuton sets on other sites. So meditate on air for $35. If this thing holds its air over the long-term, you are probably looking at the best product value on all of Amazon. And it doubles as a travel pillow! (just flip it over if you don't wanna put your head where your butt was hahaha).When inflating your cushion, remember it has a flap inside the valve, like beach balls and other inflatable gear. You have to squeeze the valve to allow the air inside. I found it is alot easier to put your mouth around the valve completely, bite down lightly on the base of the valve and blow. It will inflate rather quickly. Then you will see that the flap inside the valve prevents the air from rushing right back out, and you have time to close and recess the valve.I'll check back in a while to update the review, after a longer term evaluation. But as of right now, I say get one!

Well made and sturdy, and very convenient for traveling. With a few lungfuls of air the cushion is ready to use. Be sure not to inflate it fully so as to allow for expansion when your sitting on it. I found the cushion very comfortable and made sitting for meditation a delight. Overall very pleased with the item.

Probably the most comfortable cushion I've ever owned. Unfortunately, there seems to be a very tiny leak in the main chamber of the cushion because I need to top up the air nearly every use. The two side chambers dont need any topping up since I bought it, so the leak is definitely in the main chamber but too small to find.

Excellent product, adjustable for perfect posture, and if treated with respect as per instructions it will maintain inflation and last a long time.

nice quality and really comfy.

Rubbish product, doesn't inflate nearly high enough to sit on comfortably. Total waste of money!