Camping with a pop-up camper or a travel trailer can be quite different, and many people aren’t sure of the difference between the two. At Meridian RV, we can provide you with the best information about both options. Visit us in Port Coquitlam, BC.
About Pop-Up Campers
A pop-up camper can be towed behind your vehicle, much like any other trailer. They tend to be cheaper and easier to tow than an RV, though they provide fewer amenities and don’t increase in value as much as an RV does. A camper is cheaper and smaller, but it’s also not as easy to use for traveling. Much of the camper is folded down into a compact slab which you can then pop up when you arrive at your destination,
About Travel Trailers
A travel trailer provides more space for living and sleeping, though many can be towed by an average car (with varying size requirements depending on the trailer’s weight). They are simple to tow since they’re built to attach to a frame-mounted on your vehicle. They provide more amenities and tend to be cheaper than an RV.
Suspension and Weight
Another significant difference between pop-up campers and travel trailers is how they are suspended. Pop-up campers tend to have small axles with a bit of suspension, which means they’ll bounce more on rougher roads. Travel trailers usually have larger axles with better suspensions, which makes for a smoother towing experience. However, campers weigh less than travel trailers, which means you don’t need as large a tow vehicle to tow them.
Comfort
Travel trailers prioritize comfort and smoothness, whereas camping trailers prioritize durability and sturdiness. Travel trailers have suspension systems designed to be more comfortable on the road, in contrast to the more robust suspension components found on camping trailers.
Indoor Space
Pop-up campers have less space for indoor living and sleeping, since they’re designed to be compact and easy to transport. Travel trailers, on the other hand, provide more living space indoors. That being said, you can still expect a pop-up camper to have a kitchen area and a bed.
Outdoor Space
Outdoor space can be limited in a pop-up camper as well, with many having add-ons that allow you to use the outdoors for things like cooking and using the bathroom. Travel trailers provide more outdoor living space with awnings and living spaces, which means they’re better equipped for longer trips with larger groups.
Are you still unsure about the difference between camping trailers and travel trailers? At Meridian RV, we can help you determine which option is best for your lifestyle! Visit us in Port Coquitlam, BC, to check out our selection of both options.
