As an owner of a 2024 Overland 221MSL manufactured in March with max solar and 2 gamechanger batteries we could not be more pleased. A very good quality product that functions well off grid. The freshwater tank is 55gal. The Cerbo system makes monitoring the solar and inverter functions easy. Windows allow amazing airflow, so easy to get the hot air out on arrival at camp site. We seldom have used the AC here in Minnesota. We had a custom “dogeared” mattress made for one of the bunks to serve as a regular bed and use half the other bunk piece higher up for storage. There is also a routing path for Starlink cable. The folks at Ember have thought of most everything. .

Thanks Nerd!! I prefer the square sink. This is an amazing camper. I applaud Ember 👏

Ok, first off, Voltron is defender of the universe, not just the galaxy. Second, STEVE! So good to see you!!! Man, it's hard to say anything bad about this unit because it does everything right. There are a few things that aren't absolutely perfect, but that doesn't truly detract from anything. I was going to say that the placement of the handle in the bathroom is bizarre, but the other half says it's absolutely freakin' perfect right where it is. I'll take her word for it, she's the one one that would benefit the most from using it. I guess if I was forced to complain, it would be the lack of default pantry and not so much clothing storage, but even then, we'd be turning half the missile bay into my desk and the other half of the bay would simply be our pantry; maybe we'd even build some storage shelves into it. Not sure what else to say, so I'll quit while we're not behind and say thanks, Uncle Josh!

built quality, features. = worth EVERY penny of the very fair and competitive price from what I've seen in dozens of brands over the years and currently. OH.. and that bedspread needs to be in the back mother-in-law suite. 🤣 Steve the Stove-Top returns! Love him!

To me that would be great for boondocking, this thing is a frick!!! Thanks Josh for showing this one!!

Ember continues to impress.

Glad to see you're finally doing a 2024 221MSL video. Didn't think you would since not much has changed from the 2023 edition. Although they did change the ceiling fans to a mini model, which I'm not a fan of (That pun is for you, Josh!). I was told by Ember personnel that it was because the fans are now below the additional solar panels, so they needed a low clearance fan model. While that's true for the fan they added in the main cabin, it's not true for the bathroom fan...but I'm sure they're sticking to one fan model for inventory/supply reasons. In the 2025 versions, I'd love to see them convert the bathroom shower from the 24"x40" model to the 30"x36" shower enclosures (with the cubby shelves along the side) found in all but one of the Touring Edition and E-Series models. I was told by an Ember executive that the 221MSL has the 24"x40" shower enclosure because that's what they started with in the initial Overland Series units that were narrower. But now that they are pretty much all 8-feet wide, the 30"x36" shower is much roomier and not uncomfortably narrow like the 24"x40" enclosure they are using. I'd also like to see them offer the twin/king bed configuration they have on the 240TRK as an option...certainly not a deal-killer if they don't but it would be a cool option. Finally, they need to bring the lagun-style tables to the Overland Series. They've had them in the Touring Edition series from the start, but, again, I was told by Ember that it's because of existing/remaining inventory of the static tables. IT'S TIME to bring the lagun-style tables to the Overland Series in the 2025 models!! Other things that would be great: · A screen for the rear access door - This would be great for getting airflow through the RV instead of having to open the side cargo door every time · Slide cargo door(s) to access the storage spaces behind the sofa from the exterior of the RV (like they've implemented on the Touring Edition 24MBH) · Add 12v cigarette-style power outlets alongside the USB and 110v power outlets throughout the Overland Series · Stronger frame to enable CCC to increase to 30%-35% of total GVWR (although they've increased it to 22%, which is an improvement) · Electronic anti-sway/ABS braking system - either integrated throughout the Overland Series lineup from the factory or as a factory option · Integrated off-grid water filter (like from Blu Tech) But it's already a pretty great RV! #nerdherd

I've been looking at other campers and then I watch one of your Ember reviews. Seems like the Ember Overland series checks off the most boxes for me. I appreciate the information (and humor) you provide. Thanks.

Great looking rv. And I love that you see faces in some things like I do and giving it a name just cracks me up. THanks for a great laugh to start the day.

Finally a complete Rv trailer that’s 95% set up correctly for shtf. Cargo capacity a tad low and on sale for $60,000👎🏻

Love it! Keep em coming JTRVN. YOU TOO Ember!!❤

Prefer the square kitchen sink, thank you.

Thanks for making these videos, Josh! Appreciate the early bird preview!

I really like this model even though I’m not a huge fan of no propane oven and the dangerous telescopic ladder

Like this. The removal bucks are cool. I would use that back Coner as a office. Love that huge door to put stuff. The kitchen is nice. Wish it had a oven. Like all of the bedroom storage. Like the sofa. The bathroom is nice. I would get max solor page. Love the off road runnig gear. Love these campers! Thank you josh!

As a 2 time Ember owner we love the upgrades , Maybe a little biased but Ember knocks it out the park . Great video as always Josh 🤙🏻

Great work as always Josh.

Love what Ember is doing but I think they're pricing themselves out for most buyers. For me, I'd buy a NoBo or Ibex which offers the same awesome suspension. Suggestion to Ember is consider a version of this with no slide, dinette or bar on the camp side, kitchen where the slide is now. Make the enormous solar package optional. That would help bring down weight and price and probably increase CCC.

The steps on this camper are solid and sturdy, unlike most. I noticed this because I just broke my ankle and currently can not get in our camper. Will probably replace our current steps with this kind or a wooden deck with steps.

I always love to see Embers. I am glad they upgraded to 800 watts. We are getting closer to my ideal. I would prefer the square sink as well, but it isn't going to be a decision maker. I am glad to see they switched out the slide system. I am still leaning towards the no slide option, but this is a good option. I would prefer if there were free floating tables and spot to slide them away into.

The round sink is perfect!

Happy Sunday, Josh. Love this floorplan, just missing a fireplace for me. I really like the Ember line!

If that door was 36" wide and 60" tall, so I could fit my Kawasaki KLR600...perfection.

old school double bowl preferred. We have a "farm" sink in our ORV and hate it. Finally someone put a screen on a cargo door, nice!

Square sink. Love the bunks. Go ahead and give us the full height rear door. I have tall stuff. Would like a front right window. But definitely want a front window in the slide out. I am tempted to ask for a King as they have so much road mode clearance.

Josh, did you notice if the remote for the A/C is rechargeable (charging in its cradle)? Or is it more of a "Honey I’ll be back in an hour, I gotta run into town to get batteries so we can run the A/C." Kind of thing? Thanks for all the effort you put into this channel!

Appreciate the videos! All I can see now is Steve!Lol!

hiya!-Josh. beautiful shots, ✨

We haven't used a round sink, so we can't say which one is better. Love the Embers. Only 6 numbers away from buying one. 😊

Square sink for sure. 👍

Rectangle sink+propane oven and shelf for microwave no factory installed microwave. Just 20 amp plug 115 voltage.

Thx Nerd! TV location is a total buzz kill.

I actually like the bed spread yeah it grew on me very quickly

Good video Josh

LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! This remains at the top of my list of desirable RVs. Perfect? No. But it checks so many boxes and the bunk system is top notch! My one concern is I have seen a number videos and comments regarding leaks. Have they addressed this?

Dog show people need to check this trailer out.

The square sink would definitely be a plus.

Kick the slide and toss in a queen and we got a winner! And isn't a mother inlaw suit and a dog kennel the same thing 🤔 It's a nice rig for the right person. Way more right than wrong. To be honest the things I don't like are offset by people that will find it useful. It seems like it's going to be a family rig that looks the look but will only see a full service park. Kinda like a bling F250. And yeah, it's Burning Man safe 😅

Looking forward to replacing our first camper with an Ember. I really wish they could find a way to get another campside window by the bed on any floorplan. Stargazer is cool, but having opposing-side windows cracked on a rainy day is clutch.

We're planning on full timing in a fifth wheel in about 4 or 5 years. I'm hoping that Ember has both moved into the fifth wheel Market and hopefully they have that storage bunk whatever area available in those fifth wheels that would be awesome

Love it, but not so in love with the price!😂😊

I prefer a deep and square/rectangular kitchen SS sink with a tall pullout faucet.

All our pots, pans, bowels and plates are round. So the round sink works well for us!

Mother in law suite ? Josh these RV trips are supposed to be fun…. please don’t tell my wife i said that. 😆

LOVE IT!!!!!!! Do they have something similar but Tacoma friendly??

I love this trailer ….. do you have one in your Texas store

hate the circle sinks.. square only for me

Off topic, but I would like to see a video on full-time rving what warranties look like and what manufacturers Define as full-time rving as opposed to living in an RV full-time. And I know that is a huge ask and a huge topic

a tandem axle 👍

Always a square sink.

Square sink

Awesome flexible floorplan👍but I was a little disappointed to see a tiny two burner cooktop with no oven and a cheap jackknife sofa in a $74,000 MSRP Ember😢

Definitely snack, nap, crap, and overnight Cracker Barrel stop compliant 👍

Ember's got great ingenuity and innovation Josh.. However, at $59k MSRP is just bonkers, pie in the sky type stuff. Vast majority of your subscribers can't afford this. Make some trailers with adjustable bunks, and rear door access at $25k.. Then I'll get serious about upgrading. Until then, my 2017 Forrest River Grey Wolf continues to get the job done!

Very nice but . . . Shower head room is a deal breaker. Of course, that's why we moved to a fifth wheel, and tested the shower heights in several (some weren't any better than this trailer).

Square sink!

Josh I love ya man. Can you tell me if Ember stop building the 170MRB model and if so are they going to have a model to replace it? Taco driver here!

Square sink is better and need a curtain in front of the bed!!

Definitely in my wheelhouse for layout, but I need to really dive into the reason why it's 20 grand more than the Rockwood/Flaggstaff equivalent layout. From what I've seen, the bunk mattresses are cheap, the Murphy sofa doesn't have recline feature and less counter space in kitchen, even though I'm a fan of the 2 burner stove(which helps). Where is that extra 20 grand going? 👍 your reviews.

In the roof shot I saw the white seals around the bathroom sky light. Does that need yearly maintenance?

I would actually really be interested in a discussion about that Truma a/c. Every company that uses it touts how efficient it is and how it can run off the batteries. Every company that doesn't says "oh but it only lasts a little bit so it's not really worth it." Is that unit really as efficient as they say?

🎉#NerdHerd

With slide in can you get to the fridge / freezer?

Bummed, want to really like this but the CCC is too low to be a contender 😢

What is the model like this in the touring series?

What happened with Ember's rooftop tent? You made a great video about it but I don't see it as an option on their website.

Great trailer. Love all the configuration options. Too heavy for our Highlander...booo.

How come no genesis supreme rv toy hauler videos

Hmmm 🤔

A supposed “premium” trailer with a cable slide system? 🤦‍♂️ Probably the first indication of things to come once that trailer leaves the lot. 😬 I was very exited about these Embers, went and had a serious look at the 191 MDB. After returning home and looking up customer reviews and their experiences with Embers customer service,my heart sank and I quickly kiboshed the idea of getting one. The price too was ridiculously prohibitive ,way to much money for potentially a load of headaches.

Any idea why they used the worst slide system in the RV industry? I know that it is the lightest and saved weight. But that slide system is a deal breaker!

The truma air conditioner is way overrated. I had it in my Micro Minnie FLX. It has some challenges. For one, while it’s quiet, it runs constantly. It doesn’t cycle on and off as it reaches your set temperature. Some people prefer this, but I do not. And in my experience, it’s not as efficient as touted. The filters don’t do much, and are annoying and flimsy to clean and reinstall. The plenum is over engineered and is difficult to service. It could be a nice unit if it were ducted. The plenum also collects mold like crazy and is very difficult to clean. At least, that’s the case where I live in Florida. The irony is that some of the larger rv air conditioner manufacturers are from countries that don’t even use air conditioners (truma from Germany, dometic from Sweden). That said, the dometic a/c in my new camper is excellent, quieter, ducted, residential style filter, cycles on and off as you’d expect, and is more efficient (1200 watts) than my truma was (1500 watts).

I wish the RV industry would divorce itself from the Murphy Beds. Some great models are ruined with them. As a couples camper it would need theater seating

Nerd, my friend. I'm sorry to say, this video sucked. JUST KIDDING. ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO.

Pretty nice in general BUT...no permanent ladder, no consideration and no sale. Sorry Ember.

Buy an RV you can afford with everything you like and stop trying to cram all the big stuff in a little cheap RV.

😍 Love these! I just wish they would adapt that front cap that limits the propane size. Whomever came up with that deserves a job in fast food. They made an RV ideal for boondocking and gave it very limited propane capacity. I’m curious if they offer an electric induction cook top yet? And Yup-Yup, that bedspread is very ugly. Reminds me of my late wife and I looking at a house that was just as fugly (FreakingUgly) as it gets. Kitchen was a sickening pepto-bismol pink, the hallways had lime green and dark brown orange walls, the carpet everywhere was a weird purple-ish blue. But the rooms were large, beautiful spacious layout, I saw the potential and knew some paint and a little TLC would make it an amazing home. The price was over $50k under what it had sold for a few years ago, while everything in the neighborhood had gone way up (Over a $100k less than comps), so I thought DEAL! 💙❤ But my wife hated it, fought me tooth and nail, just livid at the thought that I would buy that ugly house. Ahh the memories. 🥸