It will do for the purpose that I purchased the sleeping mat. It does self-inflate, and does provide cushion against the hard floor. If you are over 5'4", it may not be the best. I am 5'5" and barely fit on the mat. If you are a heavier set (and wider) person, the mat provides support, but it may not be wide enough for you. Overall, it does what it is supposed to do. The pillow does provide support, is easy to inflate, and you can adjust the amount of air to adjust the firmness of the piSee full review