Which camper do you guys like more? Let us know below! 👇👇👇

I had a 30' 2001 Fleetwood Terry 4 seasons travel trailer, and I went solo most of the time. The setup and tear-down got to be too much for me, so I spent three months researching Class C RVs figured out what I wanted. Then I spent nine months looking for one within my price range. In January of 2020, I purchased a 2005 30' Lazy Daze Class C, and I have absolutely NO REGRETS!

I lived 4 years in class C and it was a great great choice for one basic reason .... .... because I could block the entire cab off with lovely curtains when parked so I didn't have to look at the details up in the cab while relaxing or eating a meal. It made my home space very cozy and pretty. That meant a whole lot to me!

After having owned both trailers and motor homes I prefer the simplicity (less to go wrong) of the trailer vs motorhome. The issue even with a well built motorhome is having to take to the coach to the chassis company (Mercedes or Freightliner) and then deal with the RV manufacturer for any body related issues. The chassis manufactures really don’t like working on motor homes and the dealer network is much smaller than your typical pickup truck dealerships. All those extra niceties are great when they are working but they suck the life out of the fun barrel when they break. Our trailers have been much less maintenance intensive than a trailer truck combination. Don’t forget that almost all motorhome couples (even small class c) have a vehicle they flat tow so there is really no difference in overall length. Thank you for the excellent video.

There are pros and cons to every trailer. We love our bumper pull, but we’ve had a 5th wheel and Class C too. It’s just a matter of what works best for your situation at that moment in your life.

I’m just starting full time RV life in a 25’ Class C. Perfect choice for me as a single person. Lots of room, and an extra bed in case of guests…like my mom. Love that I don’t have to figure out how to back-up a trailer. LOl! Lots of amenities AND I can easily boondock. Add my bicycle and a motorcycle on the carrier at the back, I’ve got all the mobility I need. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

Ok guys, I know this is an older video… but my wife, Glori just watched this for the first time this morning. We vote for our GD 2600RB hands down. 😁 We actually think the bedroom wins because we love having a separate bedroom that is already made up all the time and extra storage that is out of sight from the living area. Finally the cost differential is major, plus having a vehicle once your camp is set up is a big deal. So, once again, we vote for the Imagine even though the View is VERY nice. 😊

I don't think there is a right or wrong choice, it's just what features/functions appeal to your lifestyle. I think your first choice needs to be what class of RV to get, a motorhome or a tow vehicle/trailer combo. Towing a trailer allows you to leave your "home" in one spot and still have a vehicle to get around in. A motorhome is usually built on a sturdier frame than a trailer, and is easier to drive/park than a tow vehicle/trailer combo, but unless you tow a car, you have to pack up camp if you want to go into town. As for the layout, different floorplans are available for all types of RVs, so there is no clear winner between them. If you already have a suitable tow vehicle, adding a trailer will be the least expensive option. If you don't, a new truck/trailer combo will be in a similar price range to a motorhome. I had a travel trailer when I used to leave it at a lakeside all season, it was sort of a portable "cabin", now for traveling, I prefer a motorhome.

We had a class b plus for 2 years, then went t a toy hauler. Motorhomes seem more complicated, more difficult to service and no car to drive unless towing. Trailers are cheaper, easier to service, tow vehicle can be serviced anywhere. Nice comparison video.

I started out with a travel trailer, but quickly switched to a class C. As you noted, half the fun is getting there. And with the class C, you can enjoy everyday, home activities. My daughter was 5 or 6 and would hop in the over the cab area with tv, games and enjoy the trip. She's older now, but I still have rv...Planning a trip to Fla., this winter....Happy R'ving!!!!

Definitely a Class C for everyday living and long trips. For part time living travel trailer is a good option. You don't have to worry about storing an engine, the tow rig can be used for other things and replaced easily.

I still like your camper better, but love the solar/ generator package of the Winnie. I totally agree with you guys on the price point issue. I already owned the truck, so the trailer was the price point logical choice for me.

I've been debating about the Class C vs. 5th wheel/trailer for awhile. This video was spot on for highlighting the Pros/Cons. Ultimately for my situation it will be the Class C (for sleeping more people, got a few kids), and the driveability in/out of tight camping spots as well as using the camper while on the road (so many times we had to rush to find a bathroom for one of the kids). I would hitch up the Class C with a 4-6 seater UTV as a spare vehicle for when you are in the boonies and want to run to town for supplies or off roading deeper.

We love our 2018 2600rb! I will admit there it is a wonderful convenience to be able to access your kitchen and bathroom while on the road.

The murphy bed is GOLD. We love ours - we have a 22ft trailer and during the day we get all of that space for living. I wish there were more trailers that came with murphy beds.

Thanks for your informative video! Like everything, both have their + and -. Will be deciding between a shorter towable or small Class C in the next 12 month's. Thanks for sharing both rigs! So many things to consider🤔 Enjoy and stay safe out there! 😎

Excellent video and very helpful. You guys are awesome and do a fine job of presenting valuable information for the rest of us. Thank you.

Great comparison. I'm trying to figure out which is better for us. This has helped me. Thank you, folks!

We really like our class c. It is really nice that we can turn the generator on while driving down the highway and make coffee. LOL just super convenient. Great video guys. Lynn and Danny

Brought my 24D, 2018, from private seller w/ only 6k miles for 110k 9/20. This video makes me feel better about my decision as a Single solo 64 yo woman w/ 2 cats. Love my ‘Lillymae’.

We are semi retired but are frequently heading out in our Grand Design Reflection 320MKS and we love it. The space and comfort are incredible. However, at 63 it’s becoming more of a challenge climbing in and out of the truck bed hitching things up. I foresee changing to a class see in the future. I like the convince of the Class C of moving around and accessing the fridge or bathroom while in transit (for my wife of course, I’ll be driving). Thanks for the video.

Love the setup with Class C rig! That fold down bed is amazing, I have never seen that before :) Glad ya'll are doing well, we just wanted to stop by and say hey! Cheers to you guys...also can we meet up sometime soon on the road? lol 😄👋🏼 Would be great to see your faces in person! Happy trails Mike and Stephanie - Kyle and Renee

We switched from a 32' Montana TT (& a Ford v10 Crew Cab PU) to a Winnebago Reyo 25T (Class A version of the Navion with same floor plans, but no longer in production) with a length of 25.5'. We do not regret it! Driving and maneuvering is so much easier! Our floor plan is a little tighter than the "D" (which we love), but we're happy!!!

As a full=timer I need my vehicle to run errands and stuff plus I do like my dedicated bedroom space so fifth wheel or travel trailer for me.

But wait ...there’s more! Lmao I love you guys. Thanks to your parents for sharing their beautiful RV.

I plan to get a class c soon. Ty for the video.

There are "Pro's & Con's" on anything you get. Best thing is to get what works for you. Trailers are usually lower to the ground, making it easier for an older person to get in & out. That's good! Class A, Class C and 5th Wheels are high up and have several steps to climb. (Great while you are young) Safety issue when camping at night and you here a bad guy come close to you... In a trailer..... you'd have to exit the trailer and walk to your truck. Might be a bad choice if bad guy is outside waiting. However, if you are in a Class A or Class B... you could simply hop in driver seat and drive away from danger. ( Unless you have to unplug from shore power ) If your vehicle breaks down.... If you have a trailer and your truck breaks down, you could rent a truck to pull your trailer to a RV park while you wait on your truck to be repaired.... Use the rent vehicle while you wait on repairs. However,,, If you have a Class A or C and it breaks down on the road..... you will have to rent a motel room and drive your toad if you pull one. This is a few things I thought of... I'm sure there are plenty more.

Good video. I love at 1:50 when she burns her hand and then plays it off. I have laughed so hard.

Wow. Super helpful. TY 👏🏽

The class C looks really nice! Thanks for sharing! ~ Shion and Matthew

Whatever fits your needs is the best choice! both lovely options to pick from.

That's fun that you compared this two because it is exactly what we did. The 2021-2600RB won but honestly, I think we could have been happy in either one.

This is worth viewing if only because they are such nice people and she is just out'n out cute. Nice couple, hope things are going well for them.

Ahhhh, always pro's & con's to everything in life... I have traveled in both styles, and yes everything you said is spot on about the cost of each, I'm trying to decide whether I should keep my 21 ft or go for a class C, I'm older so I need more of my comfort items, such as a comfortable Queen size bed, a nice kitchen, but great video, 👍 Safe Travels 😊

Hello. I just discovered your channel. I love your videos. This is the first Grand Design Imagine TT channel that I have seen. We have a Grand Design Imagine 23LDE and LOVE it! We looked at your model and loved it, but we needed less weight. Thanks for sharing. Safe travels. (Marie)

Nice to run into your channel here on KZfaq. Missy and I are full timers with our 3 fur babies. Looking forward to watching more of your videos. Missy and Stuart with 3 Dogs and an RV.

Thanks for sharing I do like the class C. But I can see they both have pros and cons. We like our camper, but have been thinking about a Class C.

We LOVE our View 2018 D! When we realized at a camper show that we had 12 people inside, with plenty of room to spare, we knew we had found our rig. Took me two years to save and find a great deal. Drove from MI to Missouri and haven’t regretted a minute. It’s a treat to drive and we love the flexibility of the small size. Park, press the auto-levelers, press the slide-out, done. What could be better?

I like our class c 26' and now 28' the separate bedroom for napping and sleeping in while others are awake and moving around. Great with kids too for the privacy. The 28" allows walk around in the bedroom.

I’ve been pulling my 5th wheel since the beginning for myself. For the last few years, we had been pinning away for a class C or A, but after we’ve gone on some longer 3 week trips over the last couple years, I’ve started to appreciate our setup more and more. I do like everything pointed out here and yes, it would be cool to be able to get snacks while underway, but the real benefits have proven to be while on site. Once camp is set up, we are able to go to the store, travel to attractions or just head into town for dinner or breakfast to break up the monotony of camper life. A class C/A would require a total breakdown of camp to drive into town to get supplies, do laundry or just to visit the local national park. Essentially, we’ve gone full circle on what we’d prefer and now we just throw some items into a cooler for the drive when traveling to a destination. You could add a tow vehicle, but then costs go up as well as work to unhitch it

We just put some of the nonslip shelfliner on the bunk over Cab and store a lot of light weigh things in see thru plastic boxes up there. Winnebago Outlook 25J, tow;Jeep Wrangler.

Good comparison, but you should have included the tank sizes as well. Most of the Class C's built on a van chassis have small tanks...which would limit the time you could easily boondock.

We have a TT, considering upgrading to a small class a or c. Love the idea of being able to grab lunch or go to bathroom without pulling over!

The number one reason that we decided on a towable camper is that you can leave your camper at the site and use your pick up truck to run errands or go shopping in the closest town or See local sights all day, and then come back and your camper is all set up and everything is in place. If you run errands or see the local sights in a class C then you have to put your coffee pot away and everything else and when you get back, set it all back up again and sometimes Re-level your camper, when you really just want to crawl into bed.

This class C is awesome. I’m defiantly gona shoot for one of these when it’s time to switch RVs

Great video! I tuned in because we just traded in our 2022 Rockwood Roo 235S and bought the 2023 Entegra Odyssey 26M. I will miss the tent bed ends of the Roo for sure but the time it takes to hitch & unhitch plus prep time in general to travel ( especially for shorter trips) just go to be too much for us. We had another Roo before that one. With the Odyssey, we can pretty much jump in and go. It also has many of the features we loved about the Roo ie outdoor kitchen, ( took the grille out and replaced that with a cutting board and I have 2 burner Eureka stove & small propane Weber) indoor fireplace that is so cozy and a great heating source, nice big rear bathroom. The murphy bed is actually really comfortable but can't say the same for the couch. Got 2 small storage ottomans to help. I love all the ideas for the dinette but will hang onto it for now. I will miss the recliners! We are a bit older than you two and looking forward to retirement travels in about 3 years. We also have 4 dogs so the expansive interior space is huge bonus. Our overhead bunk has a huge window for stargazing and let's in a ton of light 👍 Will use it for both a bit of storage + sleeping if someone misbehaves lol! Ford E450 chassis, Onan 4000 generator, solar, so many power sources for boondocking. Just really excited. Blessed to be able to make the purchase for sure! Happy travels :-) B & P

Great video! We went from a diesel pusher class A to a 26’ camping trailer about 7 years ago. This week we went to a 22’ class C for a lot of the advantages you went through. We like the ease of driving and gas station/parking lot/campground navigation, and love the easier time boon docking for days at a time. Not to mention jumping up to grab whatever whenever you want with light and a controlled climate. We still have the trailer as of now, and we’re thinking about renting it out. We’ll see, keeping the options open at the moment. Great job, glad we found your content!

Murphy bed options: custom mattress or Renegade has an 7-8" mattress which is comfortable.

Great comparison! We own a 2018 Imagine 2150RB, which is super similar to yours. And our goal is to get a Winnebago 24D. Just saving our pennies...LOTS of them!! Do not even look at the 2020+ models...you'll REALLY want one then!! :) PS - I love the Hogwarts sweatshirt! Always. :)

My girl and I’ve been looking, and been looking at the trailer because the idea of being able to decouple and drive your personal vehicle wherever you wanna go instead of having to park the entire set up every time attach and detach anything, that kind of appeals to me a little more.

Haha I remember you talking about how much you liked the Class C when we were looking! Love your parent’s RV! The Murphy bed is amazing! I wouldn’t care about the dedicated sleep space either. I’m with you on the dual purpose things! We are trying to do that too! Loved this video! 💕❤️

To me the biggest thing is being able to drive out without getting out of the RV!! Safety is the key above the 5th wheel camper. You always need to get out of your 5th wheel and get into the truck. To me that’s a safety issue!

Thank you for this! We are selling our house and getting ready to make RV life full-time. We are clueless about the costs and set-up. Drive-ability is also something we are concerned with. We know we love nature and want to live in it, but not a thing about RV's.

I vote for my Imagine 2600RV over a class C. Been full time in it for a little over a year. I bought a used diesel pickup to pull it. My reasoning concerned getting gas. So much easier to go through the diesel lanes at truck stops. When I had a motor home (no backing up), towing a Jeep, I had to look at the GPS, using satellite view so I could determine if the gas lanes at stations faced the right way for me to get in and out. It was stressful. The main reason I didn't get a class C was because the ones I looked at (RV shows) didn't allow for much personal stuff (GVWR). Also the cost was too high for me. Immediately after buying my 2022 2600RB I took the dinette out. In fact, I watched the video of you guys removing yours to learn how to do it. I did leave the bench seat back that now serves as a divider between my seats and my "desk". I sit in the theater seats more than I expected, but sometimes I long for a couch. Like yours, my slide-out blocks off the bedroom when its closed. I had a slide-out awning put on my RV because I'm 67 and wasn't keen on climbing onto the roof to sweep branches and leaves off the roof of the slide-out. But on the flip side, I encounter a lot of wind. Seems to be everywhere I go. So I sometimes think of removing the little awning and just climbing up on a ladder to clean the roof. When its super windy, I'd like to be able to close the slide-out, but then where would I sleep? Or when I'm on the road and just stop for the night in a parking lot (where they discourage open slide-outs)...well, I have no bed. Yes, I drool when I see other RVs and especially Class C's, but I do really love my Imagine and hope to keep it for a long time. Like you, I love the pantry and the size of the bathroom. I've used my kitchen to make holiday meals and do lots of baking. I have the oven and I can get it lit. Just takes a few clicks of the dial. But I can see why people get frustrated with it. Who knows what the future holds, but for now, I'm loving my little home.

We switched from a big Fleetwood Class A to a Grand Design 5th wheel. However, my FAVORITE Class C is the Entegra Odyssey 26 M (Murphy Bed). It looks much like your parents' rig, but it has an outside kitchen.

We have a 2600RB and like you, the bathroom sold us, especially my wife. Ours has the lighter interior which we really like.

You might want to check out a Minnie Winnie Class C ...or Winnebago Outlook, not quite as expensive as a View and is gas/less expensive.

Thank you guys

We have a 2014 View, with twin beds. We love it. Trying to find a way to remove sofa and put in recliners. I want a pantry! I like our camper over yours just for the safety fact. If we have trouble in the night with intruders, we can just drive away. We have flip up shelf. All in all there will always be pros and cons.

This was very helpful, because I didn't have a con/pro perspective. My husband love class C and I love the 5th wheel. He may win this battle😁

Thanks for the tour! We’re torn between building out a trailer and/or a truck bed camper currently! We like to be modular for a wide array of situations. The storage in there is endless! I bet it gets heavy quick. How often do y’all unhitch from the trailer and go drive the truck around when traveling? We’re thinking the ability to do that alone is a reason for a trailer over a all in one class c.

I definitely prefer a trailer over a Class C. I already have the truck, so getting a trailer is much less expensive. If I want transportation, I need to drag a vehicle behind me with the Class C. That means two drive trains to maintain. 80 inch beds are hard to find in a Class C. Solar is just as easy to install on a trailer, so that's not an issue. Instead of a $4000-$5000 on board generator that the Class C has, I have a $499 generator from Costco. While there may be a few benefits to a Class C, a trailer is a much better choice.

I’d have to say mom and dad‘s RV is really nice roomie lots of storage can be a plus never really looked at a class C before definitely nice. My only drawback is you would have to tow a small vehicle around or pack up if you need to go shopping or sightseeing other than that it’s a great set up 👍

You two are so adorable! Thanks for the content. I keep going back and forth whether I want a travel trailer or Class C. This video isn't helping because I am currently thinking travel trailer for more bang for the buck. LOL This Class C is pretty amazing though!

I love the class C, hate towing.

I had a 21’ toyhauler I pulled with my duramax actually started with a gas truck but quickly realized it didn’t have enough power. I got 8-9 mpg. I now have a 2010 forest River that has the same floor plan as Winnie J I have power steps and awning which I love. Diesel generator too but no solar. I tow a 10’ aluminum trailer that’s just big enough for my Rzr 1000. I average 13+ mpg. And don’t have this big weight tugging and bouncing all the time. Parking lots and gas stations are much easier. Cheers

I have yet to decide what I want, but your video has some great points to th8ink about. I have been looking more at Class C as a single female. If there appears to be something threatening, in a Class C, one can just drive away. With a trailer, one has to get out and go to the tow vehicle, thus decreased safety. Just my thoughts here.

I find myself torn as well but in a class c if your house breaks down it does break down and your class c is in the service shop for repairs. if you have a fifth wheel or a travel trailer & your truck breaks down, your house is not broken down. they take your truck and you can get a rental or a tow and still have access to your stuff

I don't ever really see myself full-timing to be honest. With that said, I would probably look toward a class C or a fifth wheel. Namely because I'd want that on-board generator. Pretty rare to find on-board generators on travel trailers, especially anything that is 1/2 ton towable.

Travel trailer for the win

I love my Navion like the View except you need a knee pad to get under the storage top opening door. I have the flex beds. Happy travels.

Great video! We're a bit torn between Class C and an Imagine TT ourselves for an annual long haul trip and otherwise camping around the Southwest. How does your half ton do towing a trailer that size when you're in the mountains or breezy plains?

I really like this one also!

I prefer your parents RV, much more simplistic, also I prefer the 2 sinke separation for dishes, 1 to soap, other to rinse, saves water 💧 great for seniors and small enough to drive/manufrability.

I like that murphy bed set up.

I like y'all kitchen counter space it's marble

The Travel Trailer is more work ? ForgetAboutit ! Leaning heavily towards Class C. Will put a large scouter or small motorcycle on back for cruising once the destination is reached. First trip is the entire length of Hwy 1 on the west coast. I rather have the motorcycle for day trips anyway.

1) If your motorhome breaks down while traveling, you've lost place to sleep. 2) You can tow a car for getting around for supplies and such but then you'll have TWO engines to maintain. 3) You may grow tired of listening to your pots and pans rattling around while driving a motorhome.

Your parent’s RV is beautiful but I still vote for the 2600RB. I like a separate bedroom.

My one major reason for owning our 2022 Rockwood mini lite 2205s trailer is the fact that if you must leave your campsite for any reason , food etc , you can just hope in your tow vehicle and away you go , with a motorhome you have break camp and drive your motorhome to go to the store or whatever ... i will stick with our trailer , lighter , cheaper insurance , and a motorhome is basically having another vehicle to maintain . Just my thoughts , BTW , my Rockwood came with a 12 volt fridge , roof solar and a 1000 watt inverter and only weighs 5200 lbs. at 23 feet long , my F150 tows no probs !

im gonna do full time rv living next year. i started out wanting a 5th wheel but I've been considering the class c recently

Resell value may be a consideration. The mileage on TT is irrelevant. Mileage on a class C is very important to resell value. Something to consider.

If you seriously think the "cool factor" of a murphy bed is better than a dedicated bedroom, check out the Imagine XLS 17MKE (or the XLS22RBE), but yeah, not only are you looking at a more expensive rig, try parking it at the grocery store. If I had my way, I'd custom build out a Promaster, but it just wouldn't be big enough for the two of us and the dog to actually live in. As the vanlifers say, "I don't live IN my van, I live OUT of my van", and the View is built like a van, even if it is a cutaway and technically a class C. Considering what you're used to, I'm thinking you'd find it too small after about the first week and the coolness of the murphy bed has worn off. Midsize trailers like the 2600RB seem the best blend of being able to camp anywhere, cost effectiveness, and ease of travel (both when towing and unattached) when compared to almost any other RV setup.

no way...you can have your class C....we have hunting dogs that need a little space and i am also 6'2". we have an Imagine 2970RL so our floor plan is different than yours and we have tons of storage. i love to unhook and have my truck for running around town....and I have a tall cap on the bed of my truck that holds all my stuff. thanks for the video though. my wife is interested in a class C....wait till i refresh her memory on the price!!! thanks again!

Wow that’s the best class c I’ve ever seen

I have several issues with a Murphy bed. First, most are camper queen 74 inches long. As a taller person, that doesn't work for me. Second, RV mattresses are notoriously uncomfortable. That means a topper that's at least three inches thick. The one in my trailer weighs about 40 lbs. That probably isn't going to fold up with a Murphy bed, especially a motorized one. And you'll have to trim down that topper, because they're going to be 80 inches long. Additionally, with the 60x80 inch residential-size queen bed in my trailer, sheets that fit are available everywhere.

I had a similar class c. Vista cruiser mini diesel and Loved certain things about it. Ease to drive especially! However, it did not have that amazing Murphy bed or I might have kept it. Ultimately I sold it because I like having a separate tow vehicle for exploration. I would have only been able to tow a car under 2500.

I would have liked to find comparison of the engines and gas mileage which play very important role in decision making along with ease of finding repair service if needed and depreciation.

I would miss the recliners in the travel trailer. You have removed it, but that's one of the things I really want in a tt

Excellent review. One big word…. Space! We have a c class, but really, I think we will buy a cabin somewhere else. RV’s just don’t offer enough room. I want a house away from my house.

Interested to know what the difference in insurance is between the two Thanks for the video

Great video! Love the Winnebago but $$$. Ouch!

RV is only one factor in the decision making. One has to consider all things to make the decision.

We just bought our 3rd travel trailer. We like to park it and have the pickup truck to run around..

People also need to realize that it depends on how much you’ll actually be traveling. My wife and I have a big travel trailer. We wanted a class A but after some thinking we went with the sure thing. Also, the class A was 259k while our travel trailer was 40k. Big difference in financing, we also don’t need extra vehicle insurance just trailer and even that is covered on the road with my trucks insurance. We camp for a year or half year at a time. This last 3 years we’ve just stayed at our current place on a lake. If we bought a big diesel pusher it would just be sitting for years on end. So it really depends on lifestyle.

We have a class a we went from a travel trailer and I missed the travel trailer and the truck but we tow our golf cart behind the class a because we go to a lot of festivals so there's pros and cons

Love having 6 drawers in kitchen (Jane). GD is also a great camper. Let us know what you choose!

I vote for the View

You commented the towing was not a ton, it actually is 2 and a half ton.. lol 😂

To be fair, I would add that you’re comparing top flight units. Comparing a base model (or even mid-price) C and trailer might yield different results. Very nice review but I would prefer more side-by-side component-by-component comparison visually. You were filming almost all the time in the class C. A Grand Design is a premium brand. Prices. What I’m seeing in early fall 2021 is higher prices and little or no discounts. (I’m leaning toward a trailer-RV. ) An important consideration is how much to spend on the truck vs the trailer. At one extreme you get a two-door truck and a deluxe trailer. I’ve already spent over $50 K on a truck. $30K for a truck buys only a very basic work truck. No way $60K today. Calling the trailer-RV a RV confuses some people. Swivel chairs are a must in Class Cs but not always found in cheap units. Many people hate those dinettes. I think anyone gets tired of one format or the other.