10 COMPACT TRUCK CAMPERS | AMERICAN-MADE AND VERSATILE

[@donnelson4140]

I’ve owned and used a Capri (Cowboy model) for about three years now. Mine was ordered pretty spartan, and is comfortable from 10F to 90F with just the ceiling fan/vent. The trick is to think of it as a rigid tent that one doesn’t have to erect or strike, and not to think of it as a portable palace. Good folks to work with, Capri. Highly recommended.

[@kriskabin]

The Capri is the best deal, even fully loaded they're a hell of a lot cheaper than most of the campers listed here.

[@creativehearts7127]

Design you own....or refurbish an old one....just take a combination of what was shown here...you’ll be glad you did....

[@instakee7040]

Hard to insure a DIY.

[@strattuner]

@@instakee7040 the unit on back is covered by the car policy,and if not you have the wrong carrier,actually finding a real truck camper now is hard,they've all been bought up by people losing their lives in the covid coverup,i bought mine in the nick of time,its an oldie,the absolute first thing you do with a camper or c class is mop the roof,water leaks suck,use the expensive stuff,then everything you put in it stays dry,ive lived in one for years,every divorce i'm back in the camper,for awhile,its nice to get lost,oh yeah be damn sure to buy 2to 3 acres somewhere to come off the road for awhile,repairs are best made at home,i bought 2 for 7000 and never regretted the purchase,neighbors constantly wanting to buy it ,what for ? there camper of course

[@robertjreiss2029]

The Arctic Fox campers made by Northwood are great campers. They are not cheap but they fill your needs. I like the 1140 model.

[@ThePaulninno]

I like the idea of the really portable campers that pop out and have surprisingly cool features for the money.

[@notsosilentmajority1]

Gotta love #6. It has just about everything you can reasonably expect (tv too, lol) and prices start at 10K. That's for a full sized truck so it's a decent size. If anyone is going to spend 100K or more, you'd be better off with a totally tricked out 5th. wheel and you'd still be able to unhook it and utilize your truck like normal.

[@senseiglen1071]

notsosilentmajority1 b

[@tomroot6013]

Been RV'ing since 1977, having 7 rigs in all, and 4 Truck Campers, every one built by Lance Campers! They are Solid performers, and built right! Never ever had a Major issue with them, at all! Midrange Price to most other competitors too!

[@ejbrandt9736]

Happy with my $34K Lance 865 with almost every option on it. 1 Year of ownership no regrets.....They could do a little better job of maximizing the storage area but, I'm happy!

[@macclark4112]

Best part is I have had numerous RVs in my past. Which allows me the most practical choices in my knowledge base as being best suited for my needs. First of all never buy new as I have lost time and time again. Second in your search for the perfect model for your needs always try to assume your future needs. I figure in Montana most backwoods camping areas are accessible to any size unit you like. So I needed room for my SideXSide then the choice was 07’ Toyhauler. Next I only needed 1 bathroom + shower. I want comfort so I choose slide outs with 2 queen sized beds. Yes it’s 36’ But the bonus was the fact I can boonedock for weeks if I wanted. The roof line allows me plenty of room for 2-200 watt 24 volt solar panels. The garage allows for 3 -8D agm batteries for entertainment System. The On board Onan 5500 Generator allows for any excess power needs. 4- AGM series 34 batteries in the front with separate 40 watt panel to maintain complete charge.105 gals. of water storage allows for showers every other day for a couple weeks. 3 - Fantastic fans for hot air exhaustion so as to limit AC use. Storage allows for a large selection of needful items for Comfort related issues including food items. And no I am not a full timer but may at some point consider such life style. The unit cost me 10K and I did have to do some maintenance in the over all setup. Total expenses came to 18K but trust me it is a very sound investment in Bug-Out Insurance. If spend your hard earned money wait for someone who made a bad choice. And just wants to rid their selves of your next investment. Never forget to purchase more then you need on someone else’s dime.

[@macclark4112]

Not sure why it crossed out part of my comment.

[@uwusmolbean]

@@macclark4112 in the scrip ytube uses, if there is letters between two dashes, it -does that- Peace.

[@dennyglenn1479]

Why would you ever call buying a car or RV an investment??? They will not make you any money. You just lose from the day you buy it?

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

Sounds great in theory, but how does one cope with only a single bathroom and shower?

[@richi4521]

There's a lot of great ideas in this video. Of course someone with some skill can build one themselves, but who has the time. The one thing I loved most about this video is that all the products are made here in the USA. Regardless of the overpriced items shown here, it's nice to see companies making products by Americans for Americans.

[@sensiblecougar2723]

My grandpa used to have an old ford bronco with a HUGE camper on the back, used it as his hunting truck. Every single year drove it from Florida to Colorado, to Ohio, Montana, everywhere. He ended up getting rid of it around 2005, it had over 500,000 miles on it.

[@ipyramus]

I found the CAPRI to be the best value so I am going to go with it.

[@GuzziMatt1]

Thanks for posting, coming from Australia we don't often see what else the world makes, only what's available down here. You folk in the USA are spoilt for choice - cost aside, you certainly have a varied choice which we don't have. Congrats to US manufacturers, your products are very well thought out, steong engineering and custom to specific trucks and look far superior to Chinese made imports (flooding our market). Guzzi.

[@krome2ez]

I think that the Aussie's have an outstanding selection in off-road/expeditionary campers.

[@beefzerkee]

Those 10k and below ones look pretty neat. I work on the road around the country and when I'm not working I like to go up north to the mountains and camp. This could be perfect for someone like me.

[@spackle9999]

Yeah, I'll spend 7000 on some tarp and 200 bucks of metal and a hinge.

[@waterhead1029]

I am now having these videos pop up in my recommended list. This is great advertising for the whole industry. Absolutely nothing I've seen is affordable to most people, and no one that has money would pay these insane prices. Except for marks. These videos cost nothing. If only 900 of the 900K people that watch this by a 50k tent, it's a big win.

[@madmardigan246]

45 thousand for a do it yourself shell. Someone is out there damn mind !

[@MantasticMonk]

Agreed.

[@jedidiah5131]

You can buy camper truck shells in Canada for 6-10 thousand....we use them for our work trucks, no windows at all....you can have either double/ single doors or have the whole back of the camper open up over head...I think they purchased them from Action Caps in Nova Scotia....looks like the diablo model but a bit larger...

[@livefreeordie4850]

Mad that is crazy. Must be catering to rich DIY''ers.

[@nursebennie3256]

@Scott Daniel that or brain damaged.

[@MRBILL2020]

Bel-Air camper shells, less than $4k installed.

[@mikemead2315]

FYI: propane tanks hanging on the back do not meet DOT rules to be within the vehicles bumpers. Nobody has ever been ticketed. However, an accident that causes injuries or damage as a result of those propane tanks rupturing during an accident is your, not insurance’s, unlimited liability.

[@gmcjetpilot]

The prices of some of these truck bed campers are unbelievably High. The last $45k for a bare shell, $115k outfitted. You could buy a really good travel trailer with lots of money left over or a full motor home for that kind of cash.

[@MantasticMonk]

Capri.. From Texas.

[@tmseh]

The prices on most of these,.........yikes! #6 looks like the best bang for your buck. The off road capabilities (depending on the truck) seems to be the biggest attraction.

[@Gantzz321]

problem is that "STARTING OUT AT" price, does not mean what we saw was that price. The #1 Shell for 45k made me laugh.

[@tmseh]

@@Gantzz321 Very true. Starting at.....$$$$$$$$$!

[@sidewyndersshed1676]

I built my own, and even with "free labor" and quite a bit of free materials, I was surprised at the prices for some things that are specific for campers. The jacks/legs to raise the camper to load/unload it on the truck were $900.00 for 4. A good fridge is from $700.00-$2,000.00 A/C units are $600.00-$1,800.00 then just the little stuff adds up quick, ie, interior wood, stain, paint, sealer, windows, plumbing and electric, etc.. My cost was $3,500.00 but fortunately I was able to get most of the materials for the structual part for free, the interior is what was the most costly. (Except the jacks/legs, I ended up buying 4 new, $900.00) So add in labor, warranties, overhead, etc. And I can see how they can get so expensive.

[@timbutler3213]

nothing wrong with my arctic oven tent with woodstove, that gives me room to throw the dogs, beer, wood, and whatever else I need IN THE BACK of my truck. Nothing wrong with sleeping in a nice warm 4 season tent, which is pretty much what a few of these campers are.

[@LivingOnCash]

Thanks for showing different options. The Capri seems to be the only one reasonably priced. All the other are ridiculous and I think they are trying to capitalize on the whole current "overlanding" fad. I wonder if they actual sell them at their list prices or if they negotiate to something more reasonable. I have a diesel pickup and have been camping with just a standard shell but I'd like something with more room so very interested in these but for the price they ask, I could buy a nice used class C or B. Most likely will end up with a used 4 Wheel Camper although they are hard to find.

[@yonmoore]

I bought an old pop up camper for 1,000 bucks and used it the first weekend I had it. It rained the whole time but we had a blast inside listening to music, cooking, etc. I've since done a lot of upgrades, but I've also been enjoying it this whole time. So let someone else take that huge depreciation hit and go have some fun!

[@gailhitson6722]

Go Capri

[@demofactory]

Interesting how the nicest campers cost the least, and the most basic ones cost as much or more than the truck they're supposed to mount to. I'd have to agree with several other commenters suggesting to build your own.

[@cfconant]

i never knew there were so many rich people who were into camping.

[@theninja001]

cammer look at Overland Expo videos.....

[@drew8642]

cammer trendy Silicon Valley f!cks probably

[@joshuacarver7796]

Not every one wants a four bedroom house ten kids and a hundred thousand in debt. Don't be ignorant

[@STEAMBOLTANNIE]

its not camping..these are people who drive to an overpopulated resort and drink wine and do their nails and bitch when they see one fuckin fly then watch the evening news in the camper but they have money to buy these outrageously overpriced campers and think they are outdoorsmen...lol

[@tj-kv6vr]

what are you? 5 yrs old?

[@SaltedSeeder]

Arctic Fox seemed like the best choice/price to me, it sure why these things are so high priced? Can get a fully self contained trailer for way less. Most of these look like do it yourself style shells/campers. Got a good feeling from the Arctic Fox brand and this is the style I’m looking for. Thanks for the video!

[@Wickhaven1]

I thought the pricing to be the most interesting. Because it’s so CRAZY..

[@mysticalmisfit1332]

Mike Zelesnik 😂😂 same!

[@janicebeaty5924]

You hunt till you find a good used one at a decent price.

[@dhw14]

He gleefully states that #9 is priced around 27,000! Seriously?

[@divebobber]

Bought a used 1989 Bigfoot for 2900.00 about ten years ago. Hasn't let me down yet. My wife and I have our little home on wheels that we've seen most of the states in. Love it.

[@edtaylor89]

I have been checking out these "Capri" campers. I am becoming very impressed with their longevity compared to other TC's....

[@RamenOnWheels]

Never realized there were so many different types. Good stuff.

[@uckBayNguyen]

For the price, the artic fox is the winner

[@jessebaldwin2661]

The best buy for the money!!

[@michaelwilliamson2626]

I bought a used Coleman pop up camper just needed cleaned up for around $3,000 dollars its in excellent shape everything works sleeps five comfota

[@SelectCircle]

This next truck bed camper comes with a pool table - luxurious sauna - weight room - and swimming pool.

[@chtisponytail538]

Is the pool Olympic size with diving board ?? How much more is a slide for the kids ??

[@SelectCircle]

Now there's an idea - a truck bed that's nothing but a twisty-turny vertically extendable waterslide. Get yourself booked on Shark Tank!

[@livefreeordie4850]

SelectCircle I know right.

[@jamesmerkel9442]

Capri is good basic lit bed camper, Phoenixs, & Bahn were also custom nice.

[@sailorman9518]

If only there was a video like this for conversion vans... Almost every review is from Europe so more than half their recommendations need to get shipped...

[@florentdestin1947]

The GZL is made in Poland, equipped in France and sold in the US by a distributor. The name in France is Gazell.

[@tomroot6013]

All a Matter of Opinion, of course, but Lance Campers are MY pick! I have owned 6 Different Brands through the years, since 1978, actually! seen a few of these as well! But for pure Luxury and Value, and Durability, and Options, Go Lance!!!

[@twowheelsdown2002]

The #9 Hallmark campers are very well made, as are the #7 Arctic Fox's. I was seriously considering a camper to live in when I retire, but I want to take lots of toys. Kayaks, mountain bikes, and dirt bikes, so I would end up towing a trailer. If I am going to tow a trailer I may as well have more living space. I am looking at the Desert Fox toy haulers, made by the same company as Arctic Fox. I could boondock longer in a toy hauler because they have 100 gallons of water, a fuel station, and much bigger refrigerator. Yeah, you can't get quite as far into the back country, but once there I could take a 50" SXS or my dirt bike even further, and carry kayaks on the truck to go fishing with.

[@wnburroughs4082]

Even if a person could afford any of these, I find it much more fun to stay a few nights in my truck tent, or for longer camping trips I sue my Kodiak Canvas Flexbow. All together I have spent less than $1,000, for a great time and plenty of comfort. These are just very expensive toys.

[@Dan-vb5fh]

spot on

[@tonymcgee1146]

Agree 100%. Campers like these are for those who want a degree of luxury in the wild.

[@wasichuwacanta7010]

I intend to retire in 2-3 years and live in either a truck camper or a small trailer, so no, for some people these are not expensive toys but home!

[@jthompson553]

The prices they want for these are ridiculous. $45,000 for a shell? You can buy an enclosed trailer or around $4,000 and build whatever you want for much cheaper.

[@Kooma4Yew1600]

Good thing you didn't watch more- the Bengal starts at 145k....

[@theStepFamm]

sounds like you've got yourself a very big profit margin if you know how to do it yourself already. build a trailer for 4,000$ and sell it for $45k. thats 41 thousand dollars in your pocket

[@frederickkidd2841]

Cool, but the prices are crazy bro!!! I only paid 3300 for my 31ft. Dutchman Classic...

[@robinpiper369]

Anywhere from 10 to $20,000 is doable but this overpriced bulshit no way in hell. Absolutely ridiculous pricing.

[@waterhead1029]

The 2K pop ups on Craig's list are getting more and more attractive.

[@jolovesminnis]

Arctic fox is my fave!

[@Leukhin]

You forgot to include the best truck bed camper of them all - Kimbo Living! Check it out, it's freaking awesome! Wouldn't break the bank either, because they are quite affordable. And they are about to introduce an 8 feet version.

[@lynettellouisel]

The Capri retreat sounds like the most for your money. Gonna look into that one.

[@ronnieprice5344]

This is a very helpful video as we are trying to decide what we want in a new truck bed camper. It is vary helpful in exploring options

[@IraQNid]

Thank.you for showcasing American made truck campers. I like them all.

[@arscr1]

At 9:21 never thought of using propane tanks as bumper guards excellent idea 💡

[@jrbisc99]

Capri wins the day here

[@wilbertmlopez9064]

Capri is the best for a 5.5 short bed. Fully Power max 24,000-25,000 including your custom color and trim inside and out.

[@tinmanrobby]

Goodness gracious. They'e out of their minds. I bought a SunLight pop-up camper in the 90's. It was only a couple of years old for $6,500. It was a piece of crap. I sold it and thought....- 'I could build one better'. So I did, two of them, and it nowhere near costs this much to build a camper. Mine were for Montana weather, sealed up, heated, sturdy, and warm. And built, not stapled together with cheap paneling and crappy insulation. For their RIDICULOUS pricing the campers should be carbon fiber and TOTALLY self containable and much lighter. Crazy prices for weekend warriors that won't leave the camper like a true outdoorsman.

[@katuysnipes5154]

Got my money ready ... HERE WE GO!!!

[@johnr7499]

I like the fox!!

[@thomasdoherty503]

I didn't see Four Wheel Camper here, which, to me, has the best price/quality/features/value of any that I saw on the video.

[@mindseyedesign]

Hello Thomas Doherty. thank you for watching! All our camper videos are here if you are interested. 🔹 kzbin.info/aero/PLJmAwjBwlfgIS2tibNdLT7OYkOd4w_YES Might be one in these. If not, we will keep them in mind for a future video.

[@brentagee8129]

Arctic Fox 865 at 25k looks like one of the better values.

[@karenvickers8165]

#3 was my favorite, even the price wasn't too high.

[@dennisbaker4990]

I like the Bengal It looks like everything I wold want in a truck mounted camper,

[@jayclancy4047]

I'm digging that Bengal built on that, Dodge with 4x4 & a Hemi.... NICE

[@geographyinaction7814]

@nexus169 That includes the camper and the one-tonne truck. It's a deal compared to the Bahn and several others on here.

[@benvasilinda9729]

The 2nd one starts at $27K? That’s crazy for something that cheap. The 6th one started at $10K and was a much better option. The 8th one for $145K was a complete joke. The Phoenix custom campers seemed like a great deal since they had multiple options and good pricing.

[@kennethworde862]

Got some fantastic ideas, but spendy anything over 10k$ is out of my range?! But I will "steal" ideas for my diy versions!!? Great vids!!

[@mikezeee4871]

The good overview video, but too much emphasis on pop up low-cost campers. Really need to have a video dedicated to each type of camper. I'm quite shocked that you did not include Lance campers in your evaluation, do you know about them? Keep up the good work and let's get better!

[@greygoose4x46]

These prices Are insane !!

[@jomana4517]

When I heard the HIGH prices I thought they meant camper + TRUCK in the package lol

[@Sheboy19]

Liked them all , nice to know there's a wide selection of prices & size availability.

[@lifelong5425]

Impressive stuff...some of the prices are over the top...just got into this world with a pop up.....great way to go...slide in, get4 wheel, good rubber...go.....anywhere

[@Sarbet888]

The arctic fox I like, it has everything and the price is almost right.

[@williamlodges2195]

Thanks for some of the more basic models! There are still some of us that like the feel of camping wo all the distractions of tech

[@mindseyedesign]

Our pleasure!

[@michaelmathis1961]

Makes me love my old pop up tent even more!

[@johnpatterson1575]

The best slide in truck campers are made in BC Canada. Northern Lite is hands down the best.Bigfoot is a close second. Check them out for yourself online. They are not cheap but hold their value if taken care of because they are 4 season and will not leak. I own a NL 10.2 and I can tell you it is a well made, well thought out camper that will keep you comfortable in almost any weather. Truck campers aren't for everyone, but if you need a camper, and want the best you need to check out Northern Lite and Bigfoot before deciding.

[@nevertwodeep]

Every camper seems to be way over priced besides the Capri camper. It also looked like the nicest one.

[@2bitrasputin793]

Testimony to the practicality of a tent.

[@kriskabin]

Nice thing about the Capri, you can custom design it. Another words, only add what you really need for camping; why pay for & haul a microwave, full-size shower & a huge water tank when you don't want it! (If you need all the creature comforts of home, you should just stay there. The early Native Americans & the pioneers of this country survived just fine without flat screen tv's & flush toilets,..let's toughen up a little & camp with LESS!)

[@wasichuwacanta7010]

Yes, the early Native Americans survived, until the "pioneers" arrived and killed 10,000,000 of them. Just sayin'.

[@kellyashurst9553]

I like the arctic fox although number one because the guy couldn't find his on the campers what he wanted and he wanted to be the perfect camper you can buy the shell you can customize it yourself or you can have them customize it is just a wonderful thing for a full-time or RV or like me and my husband we run a mobile Ministry out of our over the cab camper and those places were sometimes or Sunday evening church so be nice to have as much storage as we can and we were able to do that if we do get the number one

[@PeteSteadman]

I love the Bahn Camper! I spent time in his shop as he was creating it & he has thought of everything. It's incredibly well designed & constructed.

[@lbl9066]

#4, wow! Love it

[@scottprincipe6778]

Nice i like the Texas Capri

[@hectorjudan1058]

I like this Arctic fox pop up camper.

[@gurnblanstein9816]

They're all overpriced, some wildly. But I think the arctic fox is the best deal for what you get.

[@gypsywillow6355]

I agree

[@kevinholland4156]

Shoot for those prices I could hirer a fiberglass molder and finish carpenter and an electrician for way less.

[@jedidiah5131]

Go ahead...try and undercut them, lets see how well you do....

[@topgallant32]

Kevin Holland I’ll help you build yours if you’ll help me build mine, i can do fiberglass and wiring, you do welding ! We can do it for 1/4 or less the price of any listed !!

[@milesgentry850]

THE ARTIC FOX..IS OUR CHOICE PRICE AND LOOKS!

[@hldye7442]

A lot of nice choices that you will pay out the butt for ! So.... do research , design it, buy materials, build it ! Thanks for the video and keep up the good work :)

[@vincebaker3384]

I like # 2 the best!!

[@cabovercamperdarren1286]

Truck Campers are #1

[@takayama1638]

$115,000.00!!!!??!!!! Them boys crazy. No way.

[@karenvickers8165]

The campers may be over priced, but the good news is you do not have to buy them. You can just enjoy the video free!!!!

[@waterhead1029]

I'm very grateful for the videos I've watched. I have saved a lot of money.

[@izzymorgan2461]

That's great news, I can just make fun of the fool who would buy any of them.

[@swashington942]

stupid

[@12vLife]

#8 The Drifter vagabondoutdoors.com @2:02 For around $7000 not a bad deal when you consider what guys are paying Leer and A.R.E. for just shells and gives me some real design ideas. Just looks like an MPG killer unless you are living in this.

[@angiesheirlooms]

#6 most bang for the buck but yes the starts at price. Can build a tiny house for way less!! Or a house for that matter AND buy the land. RV would be better choice!

[@McRocket]

The only one I like is the Capri. It's a spartanish truck camper. But for 'only' $10G...that's seems pretty good value. My second choice would be the Arctic Fox (the proper truck camper). Most of the others seem ridiculously overpriced for what they give. And if I am going to fork over money for one of these - it better have a bathroom. BTW - this announcer does a solid job, IMO.

[@ernieelizondo3777]

Casey was the best part of the video best for last

[@nccruising6851]

Crazy expensive! I laughed.

[@alvashoemaker8536]

I had no idea truck campers were priced so high; though I'm sure they are well engineered; but, still...Guess I 'ok just keep looking! Thanks for the info...

[@mikeanzarouth518]

A nice load of cheese.....cool show..

[@juanchavez450]

Very interesting to watch and see how much money people are willing to waste I’d rather buy a whole RV or motorhome for that kind of money for some of those things are asking or just go with the tent I don’t see that there are that many people willing to spend that kind of money but of course I may be wrong

[@notsosilentmajority1]

Juan Chavez I don't think you're wrong. Then again, I don't have 100K to waste....err, spend, lol.

[@terryjp3050]

whats your point?

[@juanchavez450]

Don’t worry about it if you don’t get it you don’t have to get my point

[@juanchavez450]

Scott Daniel lol

[@livefreeordie4850]

Juan yep

[@wadeguidry6675]

So the tiger is basically a class c motorhome. I like the Capri the best.

[@deanfirnatine7814]

The prices on these would be hilarious if they were not so utterly obscene. Best design I ever saw for anything like these was the Flip-Pac canopy/camper that opened up from a canopy and flipped over the roof of your truck, simple but genius, the flip up part was your queen+ bed you had a flip down hanging bed as well and it left enough room for a cot for a 4th if need be, I saw some decked out with cabinets, sinks, stoves etc. just minus a bathroom although had storage for a porta potty and ability to have a outdoor shower. Owner sadly died and they closed the company.

[@terryi8892]

A camper on a truck . Good idea the , final finish is what makes the price .

[@Rose0004]

Love the Capri! 10 grand for all that! Arctic Fox is my second favorite!

[@artmatthes3559]

The prices of these things just blow me away. One of those campers that fit on the back of your pickup truck is $145,000. Do you know what kind of cabin I can buy up north in Michigan for that. Unbelievable. I think you got to be nuts to buy one of them things.

[@lloyddahlen1141]

#4 is my pick 😉

[@strokerace4256]

#1 and #9.

[@karenroot1408]

Eureka campers ... I found them ,finally!

[@wyldwil5568]

karen root I just called them ... their phone seems to be disconnected ???