We rate over 100 RV manufacturers & popular models from 2008-Current
Our Travel Trailer Comparison Guide and Motorhome Comparison Guide has been the #1 RV buyer’s resource for two decades. We provide reviews for the vast majority of RV manufacturers in North America. Even better, our useful charts compare them against each other. Our chapters on construction techniques and modern materials should be read by every RV buyer. While it may sound dull, many readers find these the most interesting parts of our books.
Both RV guides provide fair and balanced reviews, but we also reveal lots of money saving tips along the way. Our buying tips alone will save you thousands of dollars on any RV, new or used.
Who Builds the Best RVs for the Money?
This is a great question and on the minds of most RV buyers that are considering a new or used recreational vehicle. But, to answer that question there are some variables that will determine which RV is right for your travel needs.
- How long do you plan to own your RV?
- What is your budget?
- Will you vacation in your RV for extended periods of time or use it just for weekend use?
- Will you be traveling as a family?
- Will you be traveling during the pleasant summer months, or do you see yourself as an extreme RV-er?
- For those considering a motorhome, will you be towing anything?
- Gas or Diesel?
First Mistake Most RVs Buyers Make
Most buyers start at the dealer level when shopping for an RV and fall in love with a particular floorplan. This is the wrong approach and usually leads to buyer’s remorse.
Not knowing which RV manufacturer builds top-quality brands that will hold their resale value over time is a big mistake.
We believe, starting at the manufacture level first is the best approach and our strategy has proven to be correct. There is no other RV publication that we are aware of that has been as successful in helping consumers purchase the perfect RV at the lowest possible price.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A WELL-BUILT RV
All potential RV buyers want to know if the model they are considering is constructed well and will stand the test of time, new or used.
Developing a set of construction requirements that appropriately reflect a structurally sound RV is essential and helps remove any frustration when trying to understand the quality of a particular model or brand.
An essential element for selecting any towable or motorized RV is how well it is constructed. In our comparison guides, we cover fundamental aspects of construction. For towable trailers we focus on:
Frames- Underbelly construction
- Exterior wall construction
- Insulation types
- Plumbing & electrical
- Kitchen cabinets
- Windows
- Roofing materials & much more
FramesRegarding the various types of motorhomes such as Class A, B or C’s our focus is on:
Chassis & frames- Exterior wall construction
- Insulation types
- Plumbing & electrical
- Kitchen cabinets
- Windows
- Roofing materials
- The pros and cons between diesel and gas engines
Chassis & framesHOW DO WE COLLECT THE DATA FOR OUR RV Guides?
As we conducted our research, we discovered that most salespeople didn’t know much, regarding how their products were constructed. This was frustrating and made our research team look deeper into the industry to see how much those in upper management knew about construction methods. Interestingly, most in management were also somewhat clueless about construction techniques of their products.
We were beginning to think we would never finish the construction chapter or both books until we decided to contact RV plant managers themselves. To our surprise, many plant managers were delighted to speak with us and they had the technical expertise we were looking for. Much of their insight and feedback has gone into our best-selling publications. We also receive valuable input from previous RV owners and those that have purchased our RV guides in the past.
In addition to speaking with company plant managers, our staff frequently connects with RV manufacturers and dealers from around the country. We talk to existing RV owners and our research team collects data from various RV organizations and other online resources.
We edit all this information down and put into layman terms in our easy-to-read publications. You will learn how RV manufacturers compare to each in the areas of:
- Overall Quality
- Customer satisfaction
- Factory support
- Resale value
- Fair Price
Each review includes information in these key areas:
Both books feature a current factory article for each manufacturer with helpful and interesting facts and insight you won’t find anywhere else. Each article sheds insight about buyouts, impending or past bankruptcies, lawsuits and notable events and product changes. We also, feature popular selling models per manufacturer with honest reviews. Bottom line is this – you won’t find anything as comprehensive as our best-selling RV Comparison Guides.
- Company background and history
- Principle target customer
- List of best-selling models
- Company’s main competitors
- Average MSRP of best-selling motorhomes
- Financial stability of company
- Rating charts which show how each manufacturer is performing over multiple years. (These rating charts are very important and reveal if a particular manufacturer is trending, upward or downward in quality, customer satisfaction, factory support and overall resale value of models)
- Objective comments from research staff
To see which RV manufacturers are featured in both of our books, click here.
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Thanks for the book and report. Your product was very informative and valuable, with a lot of information for the price.
I just want to take this time to thank you for writing the Motorhome Comparison Guide as well as the “How to Save Thousands” report which I downloaded prior to buying the comparison guide. As a result, I learned much more than I thought I would and I am now confident that I will be prepared when I do finally buy my first RV.
After digesting your very informative Travel Trailer and Fifth Wheel Guide, I did something I have told others I would NEVER do. I purchased a NEW fifth wheel. After finding the “perfect” unit, I did the research as explained in your guide, and stuck to my guns as you prescribed, and made the purchase. As a result, I honestly believe I saved several thousand dollars by reading your guide. Using your Comparison Guide and the other “free stuff” you provided, made the experience a fun one. I would definitely recommend your guide to RVers. It paid for itself many times over!
Thank you for writing all the useful articles and books that really help older folk transitioning to this type of lifestyle.
I really appreciate your quick service & humor. To be honest, I wasn’t sure that I needed to purchase your RV guide & reports. I spent a lot of time researching the different 5th wheel manufacturers(too much). Living in Montana the selection of RV’s can be limited. Your information reassured me that I was making the right decision. That in itself was worth the price. I located a Grand Design 300GK 600 miles away ($6,000 cheaper than in Billings MT). For that, I can take a road trip. There was a difference of 10% off MSRP & 33% off MSRP. Unfortunately, you did confirm that I will lose 50% in five years. That was always a good rule (or bad), and apparently still is.
I have been reading the comparison guide. It is very well done. The woman who answered the phone and spoke with me was very kind, thoughtful and helpful. Keep up the great work you are doing!
Gratefully. Tom
Hi,……..this book is amazing! I have only read a little bit and I am already floored. Outstanding product and this definitely makes our choice more informed.
Thanks,
Lance S.
Thank you very much. This is a great resource and we will continue to recommend it to people we know looking to buy. Thank you for a great resource.
Debbie
I recently purchased your ultimate package of motorhome books. I have read all of them and find the information extremely helpful as I prepare to purchase my first RV. Thanks for your help and keep up the great work. Your books and the work you put into it is extremely valuable.
Thanks, George
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Thanks for the excellent RV Review Report. It supports my research and reassures me that I’m looking at the right unit for my intended use. Your PPI is on my check-off list of needs before I finalize my purchase (probably July or August). It’s been a pleasure working with you. Your RV info products and reviews will be #1 on my list of recommendations for any potential RV buyers I meet on my travels.
Thanks for the book and report. Your product was very informative and valuable, with a lot of information for the price.
I just want to take this time to thank you for writing the Motorhome Comparison Guide as well as the “How to Save Thousands” report which I downloaded prior to buying the comparison guide. As a result, I learned much more than I thought I would and I am now confident that I will be prepared when I do finally buy my first RV.
After digesting your very informative Travel Trailer and Fifth Wheel Guide, I did something I have told others I would NEVER do. I purchased a NEW fifth wheel. After finding the “perfect” unit, I did the research as explained in your guide, and stuck to my guns as you prescribed, and made the purchase. As a result, I honestly believe I saved several thousand dollars by reading your guide. Using your Comparison Guide and the other “free stuff” you provided, made the experience a fun one. I would definitely recommend your guide to RVers. It paid for itself many times over!
Thank you for writing all the useful articles and books that really help older folk transitioning to this type of lifestyle.
I really appreciate your quick service & humor. To be honest, I wasn’t sure that I needed to purchase your RV guide & reports. I spent a lot of time researching the different 5th wheel manufacturers(too much). Living in Montana the selection of RV’s can be limited. Your information reassured me that I was making the right decision. That in itself was worth the price. I located a Grand Design 300GK 600 miles away ($6,000 cheaper than in Billings MT). For that, I can take a road trip. There was a difference of 10% off MSRP & 33% off MSRP. Unfortunately, you did confirm that I will lose 50% in five years. That was always a good rule (or bad), and apparently still is.
I have been reading the comparison guide. It is very well done. The woman who answered the phone and spoke with me was very kind, thoughtful and helpful. Keep up the great work you are doing!
Gratefully. Tom
Hi,……..this book is amazing! I have only read a little bit and I am already floored. Outstanding product and this definitely makes our choice more informed.
Thanks,
Lance S.
Thank you very much. This is a great resource and we will continue to recommend it to people we know looking to buy. Thank you for a great resource.
Debbie
I recently purchased your ultimate package of motorhome books. I have read all of them and find the information extremely helpful as I prepare to purchase my first RV. Thanks for your help and keep up the great work. Your books and the work you put into it is extremely valuable.
Thanks, George
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Our best-selling RV Consumer Guides clearly shows you which RVS rate the highest based on 20+ years of research. More importantly, we also reveal the manufacturers with the worst ratings. Poorly built motorhomes and travel trailers are all too common in the RV industry. Therefore, the buying experience is often followed by headaches, frustration, and costly expenses. Even worse, low-quality RVs have poor resale values, adding insult to injury.
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