Which is better for camp cooking?

The Camp Chef Sherpa. Its 28-inch height puts the aluminum top at a comfortable prep level, and the four zippered compartments hold utensils and food.

Which is easier to carry?

The Nemo Moonlander. It weighs 2.2 kg and folds to 14.5 x 9.5 x 1.5 in in a padded case; the Sherpa weighs about 9.9 lb.

Is the Moonlander tall enough to eat at?

Only at its 16-inch side-table height, which is too low for most camp chairs. Its 4-inch picnic height is meant for sitting on the ground.

Which holds more weight?

The Moonlander, at 99.21 lb (45 kg) versus 75 lb for the Sherpa.

Is the Sherpa worth the extra $60?

If you need a full-height cooking and prep surface with storage, yes. If you mainly want a packable side table, the Moonlander saves money and weight.

Which lasts longer outdoors?

Both use aluminum frames. The Sherpa's aluminum top resists wear and stains better than the Moonlander's nylon top, but the Sherpa lists no UV fade protection.

Camp Chef Sherpa Table vs Nemo Moonlander

Buy the Nemo Moonlander if you want a compact, dual-height table that packs small and costs less. Buy the Camp Chef Sherpa Table if you need a full-height 28-inch prep and cooking station with zippered storage. The Moonlander is $159.95 at REI as of November 4, 2026, and the Sherpa is $219.99 at Backcountry.com as of November 4, 2026.

Today the Nemo Moonlander costs $60.04 less at its best price.

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