5 Years and 11 Weight Distribution Hitches// Ranking them 11 to 1// Some Rankings May Surprise You!

[@WanderingWeekends]

Weigh Safe has shifted their discount to 10%... while unfortunate it still saves you around $100!!

[@JDHarpr]

After watching one of your other videos, I bought the weigh safe middle weight. I have about 1200lbs of tongue. I have air bags. If I don't air up the bags I get alot of tongue bounce or porposing. Is the heavy tongue cause? Would you add more distribution? Also would you air the bags to the desired height for the truck and then set up weight distro? Would you set hitch and then level out with bags?

[@Captndarty]

@@JDHarprtoo much tongue weight for the middle weight.

[@michaeld4502]

Would you recommend Anderson 3350 for 2010 Tacoma 4x4 pulling geopro 20bhs .... 21' trailer gvw 4600 lbs or something else

[@TheBigrigger80]

Do you have the code

[@ronhayes832]

I’ve been towing for decades. The WeighSafe heavy is absolutely the best I have ever used. The adjustable hitch can be separated into 2 pieces to better manage the weight for hook-up. I’ll never use another hitch for which I can’t open my tailgate.

[@rockymtnhighadventures]

You’ve put a ton of effort into these hitch reviews and produced a lot of content. Thanks for your honest opinions and experiences. I also appreciate you emphasizing that these are your opinions. My experience with some of these hitches has been different. For me, the Weigh Safe HD angle adjustment mechanism broke, and the hydraulic scale leaked out. Also, the plastic alignment pieces in the head broke. The other problem is their app puts my weight distribution over what my owner’s manual recommends I should do. So, I couldn’t use their app and had to measure the front wheel fenders anyway to set up the hitch (plus when the scale quit working then the app was useless). I’ve heard of many others having these same issues and think the hitch is assembled in USA but all the parts are made overseas which is why they are always backordered. I absolutely love my Equalizer and have had no issues (for less $$ and feels like half the weight when putting it in my receiver). I do clean and regrease the sockets in the head for every vacation (takes 2 mins) and have never had hitch noise. I also have better sway control than I did with Weigh Safe. That was comparing exact same setups - same weight, trailer, and amount of weight distribution. From your videos, it seems you used different trailers and different amounts of weight distribution when testing these hitches which will give different results. I now tow doubles (2 trailers at once) with the Equalizer and would never do it with another hitch (except maybe the Propride, but not for that price and other hassles). Again, I appreciate your honest reviews and this is not meant to argue or bash. Just wanted to give a second opinion.

[@WanderingWeekends]

These comments are always welcome! Respectful and informative!

[@ssranon]

Thanks for this, it’s been really useful in making my decision. I’m going with an Andersen for my midsize Airstream. Maybe not the best possible sway control, but it’s super easy to use, plus no worries backing up at any angle.

[@JandAReview1]

I have the Husky hitch but since we upgraded to a 2500 we don’t use the round bars anymore. Our trailer is 28’ long with a little over 600lbs hitch Weight and it Doesn’t squats the truck, heck the truck doesn’t even know it back there. Ha Ha. Great video as always!

[@Abc-kf4qx]

Thanks for the list, well done. Totally agree on the B & W, plastic just won’t last as long as metal so the jury is out for now as they’re too new, but I want to like them. Weigh safe seems to be the best all around. Cheers

[@johnleach6845]

Thank you so much for you effort. This is hands down the best review of hitches on the web. I ordered a B&W this week. Current hitch is a Hensley its a great hitch but what a pain in the but to hook up. So we will see this weekend after the install. Thanks for the review.

[@WanderingWeekends]

Keep us updated!!

[@myriadcorp]

You can use your tailgate with Andersen depending on how you have to setup the ball.

[@michaelknott4702]

I got the WS Heavy and literally threw my Reese system in the trash last fall! What a night and day difference! It's a very well-built system that has almost entirely removed sway for me.

[@ericbarrett1030]

Better check your bracket bolts. One of mine broke today and the other 3 are bent to the point that they will break soon.

[@timh8543]

My Anderson unit does a great job with my Rockwood 2506 witch can be nose heavy. I do cheat and use air bags. Does a great job across the windy Mojave Desert.

[@grajprogramming694]

Thank you so much for your honest opinions, and for the work and effort you've put in to provide this very helpful info!

[@WanderingWeekends]

You are very welcome!!

[@jproctor9]

Interesting ranking. Also interesting comments that Propride is a "Band-Aid" for an "inadequate" truck. I'd say it's a piece of high performing equipment that makes towing safer regardless of tow vehicle. As I sit in my campground in Maine after driving from Georgia with my F150, $4000 is a small price to pay for high performance. The 2400BH is as large as I'd tow with a F150, and the Propride locks it down like a champ. Safe travels to all.

[@WanderingWeekends]

Please notice I didn’t use absolutes in my comment and I also compliment the ProPride as an excellent hitch. Here is the catch… the top hitches in this video are ALSO high performing pieces of equipment… and they cost 75% less than the PP. If one believes the PP is their only high performing option I believe they’re mistaken.

[@robertosgood961]

Good review. I've been very happy with our 4P Equalizer for use on a 1200# tongue weight, 9K unloaded weight, 37' GD TT. It doesn't get rid of all the sway, but is really comfortable to drive across the lower 48. Hardly can tell my trailer is back there sometimes. Yup, it's noisy, doesn't bother me though. I bought the shank extension from Equalizer to use the tailgate on my F250 but could have just turned the power jack head sideways for the clearance. Would love to check out the WS Heavy, just can't justify getting rid of a good hitch for another with the cost of these things. Thanks again.

[@markphillips590]

I know your are not The WS tech, but you are generally recognize as The Tester of the most WDH. Yesterday we hitched up, generally have to adjust the hitch a little. Hitch weight was 700#, generally 500-900" and use 1100#. This time it was 700#, connected the bars, and it is generally 1900-2400#, and our target is 2150-2300. This time the weight was 1400-1525". We loosened the Clamp Bolt and tried to adjust the weight by turning the Lead Screw - no luck - stayed the same. Took the hitch off the ball - weight was at zero; placed it back on the ball, 700#, hooked the bars, 1400-1525". Pulled the trailer for half a block - no change; turned and turned the Lead Screw with the Hand Crank (which is nice to have but a pain to use in this way - any other suggestions); we have never had a similar experience - but there is obviously and issue with out hitch. Pulled the trailer for about a mile - same result; went through the whole process again - same result. Pulled 77 miles - towed OK for the most part - some rough roads made it hard to tell sometimes. Any clue what could be the problem? Again, I know you are not the WS Tech and I will reach out to them. THANKS!

[@bamorris22]

I appreciate all of the work that you put into this over the years. My only comment is in regard to the Blue Ox Sway Pro. I’m wondering if you perhaps got a defective or incorrectly sized unit. I have been towing travel trailers for about 20 years now. Through that time, I have used the round bar style, Reese cam style, the Equalizer, and most recently the Sway Pro. I would rank it on par with the Equalizer. It performs very well for me. I have a 34’ Jayco, towed with a RAM 2500. It works flawlessly. I initially went with the recommended size bars, but they were too light. During that time I also experienced the porpoising problem. But once they exchanged for the larger bars, it was golden. Been using that system for a few years now and have no desire to change.

[@WanderingWeekends]

You’re kinda making my point. The hitch has design flaws. One major flaw is bar recommendations. I’ve heard from several folks asking me to go with heavier bars. The bars I used in testing were already slightly above my loaded weights. Blue Ox themselves worked with me to make sure I had the correct setup. If one is expected to guess whether they need bars that aren’t designed for their setup that is a problem that needs to be addressed.

[@flintcarlton]

Selling my Anderson. Can’t get rid of sway using 1/2 ton with 25ft microlite. Called company. They made a suggestion that didn’t help.

[@philjh12]

Love the reviews on all the hitches, very thought out and insightful so thank you. Have you ever thought of doing a review on sumo springs and timbrin bump stops? I would love to get your take on them!

[@WanderingWeekends]

Definitely a possibility. I’m just not sure I need them towing with a 3/4 ton.

[@GregsWorkshopOregon]

Thank you for this video. My new (used) trailer came with a round bar/chain hitch and no sway control; it wasn't working for me. I just pulled the trigger on the TR3 and your series of videos on it were a big influence.

[@ericbarrett1030]

My weighsafe bracket bolt broke today!! Good thing i was still at the campground! The other 3 are bent so it was only a matter of time for those. Also the scales are junk!! On my 3rd one. Still doesnt work right! Never has!

[@jamesonclark5854]

The weighsafe hitch is trash. My scale failed in months and now they want me to send it in for repairs and be without my hitch for weeks. Should have never gotten rid of my trusty Husky! Spent $1000 on junk!

[@ericbarrett1030]

​@@jamesonclark5854they ended up sending me a brand new middleweight setup and a 2 in ball head to use with the heavy weight shank I already had. I've used the middleweight only a few times so I can't really say if it's great. The 2 in ball head however is a great thing to have!

[@RustyShackleford-pf3lz]

Agree - way overrated! Made in china too!

[@ericbarrett1030]

This guy must be on their payroll or really, really needs to put his tailgate down when hitched 😂. Weigh safe is the most UN safe hitch out there. Even their regular hitches are very sloppy.

[@paulhendey1501]

Pro Pride no sway hitch with WD. Pricey but worth it. Ram 2500 and 10k pound TT.

[@WanderingWeekends]

Not in my experience. ProPride is a great hitch but not worth its price. Others have performed just as well for me at 1/3 the money.

[@guentherwilke2055]

If this list were for smaller trailers, would you rank the Andersen as high as the eaz-lift? I have a Kurt round bar 6000lb (looks identical to the Husky round bar) right now, and porpoising is terrible for a trailer that weighs as much as the truck.

[@waynehendrickson4632]

I am using the Blue Ox Sway Pro. I tow a 34 ft 9700 lb travel trailer and love it. I get no sway. I do believe if it is not connected correctly, you may get sway. I also do not get any porpoise movement. I have been towing for over 20 years

[@theien5929]

I love my sway pro too. Works great on my 5000 lb trailer.

[@MrFlyboyldb]

On the Husky round bar - definitely one of their older models. Husky's Centerline TS line does the job just fine with the tapered bars & 4 point sway control along with weight distribution. Albeit, with the typical friction based hitch noises. One can back it up with the tapered bars attached. For a hitch around\under the $400 the Husky Centerline TS is difficult to beat. Of course it is comparable in weight to most friction based WDHs. The Camco Eas-Lift TR3 is a contender - but with the same weight of the Centerline TS. I am going to replace my Centerline TS with the Andersen WDH - mainly for ease of handling\half the weight of others.

[@WanderingWeekends]

Yes, the Husky was older but they still sell them… hence the inclusion.

[@atptravel]

We actually have the husky Centerline TS. I hope to hear your review on it someday. We actually like this hitch. At first we didn't because we're such newbies and this is our first rig and hitch, and it swayed and porpised alot. So, we didn't know any better. Once we got it set up correctly the sway and porpoising was greatly reduced.

[@WanderingWeekends]

I’ve reached out numerous times. Always ignored 🫤

[@ChrisRoten]

I had and used the centerline for over 4 years and when its set up correctly it does the job. I did purchase the new B & W continuum and it is a night and day difference. I think wandering weekends has done a great and honest job with all these reviews.

[@therealjonwsmith]

@@ChrisRoten Literally did the same thing, went from Centerline to B&W and it's been great, although I don't have a ton of miles on it. I actually clipped the edge of the load bar this weekend- got on a chat today and they are sending me a new one to install.

[@JeffBailey60]

I have this hitch and I get a lot of porpoising. What did you change in your set up to reduce?

[@DucDNA]

Update: I towed my ~7,500 lbs trailer, with the Weigh Safe Middleweight, across the US about 6 months ago. It was night and day compared to no weight distribution hitch. No sway and no porpoising. I was able to safely go 65-70 mph where as with no weight distribution hitch, I could only go 55 and sometimes I had to go slower if there were winds.

[@dennishetheymemanscarfile3364]

Blue Ox's get greasy after awhile if you keep it greased. Transfers to the chains as well.

[@darylberry6286]

I wonder what is different with a Ford tailgate that you can’t use your tailgate. I have a Blue Ox Track Pro that the dealer sold me with my trailer. It seems to do okay but noisy and I can use the tailgate on my RAM. Looking to upgrade to a 2800BH and am considering changing hitches. Your videos will surely help me decide on the best value.

[@iciclehead2517]

Have you considered testing/reviewing the Air Safe Receiver hitch?

[@kenneysseeamerica5750]

Thank you.

[@charlieodom9107]

From my experience, and seeing countless others connect their WD Hitches, I can honestly say most people have no clue what the hell they are doing when they hook up their WD Hitch. I have used many different types of WD hitch, and my personal favorite is the Andersen simple because of the weight. I also have a round bar setup that works great as well, and has many miles on it without any issues. The weight is absurd, storing it is cumbersome, and it doesn't fit some trailers, but that can be said about others as well.

[@adamfultonutk]

Hey thought you should know. I have had the weighsafe HD hitch for over a year and had many problems about 8-9k miles After many phone calls with them over the past months. They now recommend to customers detaching sway bars when backing up because of on going issues. It was not a recommendation for just me it is a factory recommendation for all hitches. Now looking for new hitch.

[@WanderingWeekends]

They are asking you to remove bars every time you back up or only when you are over 60 degrees?

[@adamfultonutk]

@@WanderingWeekends according to the phone call and faqs on website for heavyweight hitch “It is not recommended to back up with the spring arms attached to trailer”. The middle weight faqs says you can as long as it is not a steep drive or significant change in grade.

[@adamfultonutk]

@@WanderingWeekends processed started because my hitch needs to be rebuilt already because of gauge failure I expressed other concerns because of excessive wear and the saddles moving on trailer they sent new bolts but still happening. I have 2018 GMC 2500 and 2022 grand design 2800bh. I am not pushing the limits.

[@Max-jv3yg]

This is a huge con. Is the same true for the upcoming Gen2 model of the heavy weight?

[@buetang]

This isn't a direct question about hitches, but more of an opinion request... Wife and I just sold our Epro 19BHS. The camper I "think" we've decided on is a Transcend 265BH. I don't really want a stick and tin.. but, I do love that floorplan (3 young kids). The opinion part... Our tow vehicle is a 2020 Tundra 5.7 Crewmax. Clearly plenty of vehicle for an EPro... but, I've been concerned in regards to towing a 33ft'er, started out looking at higher end Weight Distribution hitches (Hensley was what I'd decided on). In your opinion, having towed a lot of different campers, including basically the same model we're looking at... would you just suck it up and get something like your new F250, or do you think it will be safe to use our Tundra with a proper/quality hitch system?

[@WanderingWeekends]

I went the F250 route in 2018 and never looked back. Payload and stability being the main factors. The Hensley will bandaid your situation but payload (not towing capacity) might still be a concern that won’t go away. I’ve had several folks do what you’re doing with a ProPride or Hensley only to still feel the need for a 3/4 ton truck. Definitely doesn’t need to be a new one and a gasser is more than enough truck for the 265. All of this is just my opinion of course. I hope you have safe travels either way! Cory

[@buetang]

@@WanderingWeekends You added insight to the logic I was already bothered with.. Like, my brain knows I need to suck it up and go the 2500 route... but, my heart does not want to go to a dealership in this auto market. That being said, its a double edge sword right now. I'll get basically what I paid for my Tundra (new) for it now, with 30k miles on it. Thanks for the advice and sharing your opinion with me. Appreciated. (we live down in McDonough, hope to see you on the road in our team Grand Designs!)

[@WanderingWeekends]

Absolutely! Don’t hesitate to say hey if you see us out!

[@JustOutHereTinkering]

I got the Curt Trutrack 4 point active sway control for $550, so prices must have come down since the making of this video (Equalizer is also around $650)

[@JustOutHereTinkering]

My curt is also really quiet. Granted I've only used it twice but so far it's been very quiet and seems very well built. I will say however Sway is not 100% eliminated.

[@WanderingWeekends]

That is good news!

[@scottmattox860]

Now can you do this list again towing with a half ton towing a 30+ft trailer 😆

[@WanderingWeekends]

Nope! Haha! I’ve been there, done that. Precisely why I’m in a 3/4 ton. That said I don’t see why these results would change in their order. What you feel in the truck will likely be exaggerated in a 1/2 ton but the performances of the hitches would still be relevant.

[@DannerPlace]

Excellent video, thank you.

[@WanderingWeekends]

Thank you for watching!

[@ibarr1212]

Love the review. Thanks for all the effort you have put into this. I recently purchased a Weigh Safe MW and am very pleased with it but I have to offer a possible correction. I have the MW owner’s manual right in front of me and on the cover in the lower left hand corner it states: Engineered in the USA Made in China

[@WanderingWeekends]

I just visited their facility a few month ago. They hand build every one of them in Utah. Maybe some of the parts they use are from China? kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKi5nKerqtOhq8k

[@rockymtnhighadventures]

@@WanderingWeekends The parts for the heavyweight are made overseas and just assembled in USA. Sounds like the middleweight is completely made in China. I think only their aluminum ball mounts are made in USA.

[@troybrown7575]

Have you tried the Harbor freight weight distribution hitch?

[@WanderingWeekends]

I have not! Maybe I’ll take a look.

[@dianaguthrie5226]

Just found your channel. All this WDH stuff is so confusing to me. I have a 2022 Ameri-Lite 199RK (22'). Tow vehicle 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE. What would be your recommendation? I'm a newbie to this RV life but am looking forward to taking trips longer than an hour away from home like I currently do (w/o a WDH). Your videos are great! Thank you in advance.

[@DanielCranston-w9k]

Have you ever tried the shocker weight distribution hitch. I’m curious how this one would hold up on your list. I’m having trouble finding anyone’s reviews on it.

[@WanderingWeekends]

We have reached out several times and they've ignored our requests...

[@Okie-Tom]

What do you think about the Reese Dual Cam 2?

[@danwalker3210]

@WanderingWeekends which Weigh Safe would you recommend for a GD Imagine 2800BH?

[@WanderingWeekends]

I’d go with the heavyweight but really both will be fine. Tailgate function.

[@TK-bs5cx]

Any thoughts on the Recurve R6?

[@ianpaddick2003]

What would you recommend for a 30’ (including hitch) that is 6000lbs dry. Towing with a 3/4 ton with airbags. Debating hard between the b&w and middleweight. The hitch we currently have is a curt and not super great.

[@WanderingWeekends]

You'll be in good shape either way. Win-win! I have a slight preference for the Weigh Safe but either will serve you well.

[@ianpaddick2003]

@@WanderingWeekends I’m leaning towards the b&w. Mostly because 1) super quick connect/disconnect means more time enjoying camping less time messing around. 2) on the fly adjustments are easy. 3) it’s something different and innovative. Question. How quickly can you disconnect the hydraulic from the trailer. Where I live it get to -40 - -50 regularly in the winter. Would probably be best to disconnect and put it in the heated garage.

[@paulhyland5868]

Was looking for a new sway bar and started watching a bunch of your videos. Funny thing is, when I tow a 9 or 10 thousand pound of hay of equipment on my low boys. I don't use load an saw bars. An didn't use them on my TT until 2 years ago. I want to say one thing though, On your myth about towing video. You were mislead. The payload for that 2014 f250 diesel was not 1,800 Lbs. It is over 3,000lbs. I had a 2017, a 2019 and just ordered a new 2024. All are over 3,000 lbs. some configurations are close to 3,700lbs. You were miss lead. I couldn't post a screen shot or I would have posted the spec page.

[@WanderingWeekends]

No sir, I saw the VIN specific sticker myself and I have seen others with similar payloads. Each truck is different. Some certainly have higher payloads but I knew exactly what I was looking at. I appreciate the dialogue. Safe travels!

[@wmcnett]

Nice job Cory! I have towed twice with the WS heavy and it's worked fine. I have found that the truck and trailer MUST be on the same plane or the adjustment will be off. If either is off plane from the other the adjustment will be inaccurate but this is not a failing of the hitch, it's the nature of WD hitches. If you're on uneven ground, wait until you get to even ground before making any major adjustments. Just my 2C. Otherwise, best hitch I've owned.

[@WanderingWeekends]

Appreciate you watching and thank you for sharing that. Many heads are better than one.

[@BeefNEggs057]

Husky Centerline got me to Glacier NP and back from Ga. Very happy with it. Had 20 mph winds on the way back. No sway. Solid. Was it a fun drive? No. Saw lots of states and gas stations though. Glacier is epic bucket list worthy.

[@tfdonckers]

I thought I’d share my review for consideration. First off, love your videos and the way you break everything down. I purchased both the Weigh Safe Middle Weight and the B&W Continuim. My tow rig is a 2023 Suburban Duramax with the max towing package pulling a 2023 Flagstaff Superlite 29BHS. I towed with the Weigh Safe for 300 miles (highway and two lane roads windy and non windy conditions). I also pulled the same amount of miles and conditions on the same rig with B&W. The B&W was night and day better then Weigh Safe in every aspect, especially sway control. The Weigh Safe honestly was so bad, even dangerous, with the sway control that I completely reset it up three times, watching multiple videos and having my wife assist with measurements, etc. to make sure I had it dialed in exactly right. It failed miserably. The B&W is incredibly good in all aspects when compared to Weigh Safe I was very surprised. My thought on why I experienced such a noticeable difference is due to the type of rig I have. Being a half ton Suburban vs you using a 3/4 ton, I just think the B&W does a better job compensating for a lighter duty tow vehicle then the Weigh Safe.

[@WanderingWeekends]

Hmm, this is interesting to hear. I’ve had so many 1/2 ton users tell me they absolutely love their Weigh Safe. I have zero doubt something was off with the WS setup. Just based on my experiences and the experiences of literally 100’s of other folks. Regardless, I’m glad the B&W is working well for you.

[@jimbob9799]

Weight safe is doing EVERYTHING right. Love the company and all its products

[@andrewski6563]

This series of hitch review videos is great. I have a 37' travel trailer with about 1200 lb. tongue weight, and the ProPride hitch has been phenomenal. I've pulled with it about 6000 miles in the last couple years. It's been worth every penny to me. We're going on a 3500 mile trip with the camper in August, and I'm glad I'll have that hitch for the trip. It makes for an overall less fatiguing experience.

[@markoberlin2451]

What are you pulling the trailer with?

[@coevers1962]

I just upgraded trucks, so I am waiting on a 2.5” drawbar from Weighsafe to test out the middleweight on a Ram 2500 with factory air suspension. My expectations are high! Shank delivers on Friday. Excellent video as usual.

[@WanderingWeekends]

I hope you love it. Others seems to.

[@kevinlavery6194]

I've had both a Sway pro and an Andersen hitch, and I completely agree with your assessment. They both sucked. Bought a Weigh Safe based on your original hitch video. It's hands down way better. Highly recommend. Thanks for doing these hitch battle videos!

[@thomasforrester370]

I had a husky centerline ts and it was a good hitch and now I have a andersen hitch and love it cause of the no bounce and it's lighter than the husky and quieter than the husky.i have a 28ft trailer and the andersen does a fine job.

[@nickstolz2698]

Thanks for all your videos! Question regarding the heavyweight vs middleweight. I’d really like to be able to use my tailgate and don’t mind spending the extra money, but I’m concerned that the 10k lb GVWR of my trailer will make the heavyweight “overkill” for my setup. Any thoughts or info on that? Thanks again!

[@WanderingWeekends]

I appreciate you watching! Heavyweight should be fine. Both hitches will use the same distributed tongue weight for your specific trailer so it won’t matter. Heavy allows for more capacity, middle allows for saving money and it’s a little lighter to handle.

[@stevenfoster5737]

Really well done summary. I do have to say that I owned a Pro Pride hitch and by far it was the most amazingly engineered hitch I've ever used and sway was non existent. I purchased that hitch used along with a travel trailer and it was already installed. The owner wanted $1200 to include the hitch. Bargain! At the time we had just gotten back into camping and I had an F-150. That hitch probably allowed me to tow a little more than what I should have. That's the problem. I think a lot of people use that hitch to overcompensate for a tow vehicle that isn't up to the task. I think they forget about the limitations of a 1/2 ton truck such as payload, LT tires, smaller brakes, lighter suspensions and frames. In an emergency situation, the Pro Pride hitch does not help you stop any quicker. On windy downhill mountain roads it does not take away the limitations of a light truck. The trailer still pushes hard in turns. A few years later I purchased an F-350 and a fifth wheel toy hauler so I sold the hitch. Of course now we are back to a TT but I don't miss that hitch at all. Hitching up could be a pain and ground clearance was always an issue. There are so many excellent choices that are much less expensive and honestly if you have enough truck you don't need a $4,000 hitch. I really enjoyed this one!

[@youcanthide004]

I just bought a trailer ( Steel 7 x 16 Cargo, converted to toy hauler ) and it came with the Reese, I'm assuming it's garbage LOL since you didn't even mention it on this list, just wondering what your thoughts were ???

[@WanderingWeekends]

No experience with the Reece! With a 16ft trailer you may not need a weight distribution hitch.

[@andys5775]

Just bought a weigh safe middleweight mostly due to your videos, thanks for the in depth reviews. I do see however a sticker on the shank indicating that it's made in China... it was a toss up between this and the TR3 due to price and the TR3 is also made in China and I thought I was paying more for a US made hitch

[@WanderingWeekends]

Yep ☹️ Unfortunately Weigh Safe had to start manufacturing some parts overseas. I was disappointed to learn this as well. They tell me they still manufacture as much here as they can but the middleweight has parts from Asia.

[@victordelarosa50]

Very new at this. About to transfer from a Newmar Class A pulling a Jeep with a BlueOx to RAM 1500 pulling a Travel Trailer. This video is very informative. However, stil undecided for the best option. The RV dealer wants to sell me a Curt Tru Track but I'm not conviced yet. So much to learn on this.

[@CF542]

A true fall from grace with ProPride falling from number one to number six! I recently just bought one and your cons are definitely valid. Once the thing is hooked up though, it excels at what they designed it to do. Anyone using one really does need a can of dry lube to get that stinger mounted in there properly. I did almost get the WeighSafe hitch but since I was driving a long distance, I wanted to get the best for sway control. Super high winds in California proved my choice valid there.

[@WanderingWeekends]

I just wish it was $2k... but its not

[@stevensims8922]

@@WanderingWeekends you've lost all credibility in my book. But HEY you don't need to worry about it because I'm no longer a subscriber.

[@WanderingWeekends]

Sounds good! I don’t want anyone here that doesn’t want to be here. ✌️

[@oldmanriding6291]

Thanks for all the hard work and sharing your opinion. Just bought a trailer from a private party. He threw in an Equalizer 4 point as a sweetener. Checked your review and it helped close the deal. Will upgrade once I have recovered from the recent cash outflow but knew trailer was coming with a decent weight distribution hitch. Go Dawgs!

[@gasman477]

@@stevensims8922Didn’t pick your favorite, so you’re taking your ball and going home?

[@lynnscott7115]

We purchased the middle weight for our 3100rd. Worked great but felt we were pushing it with that hitch. We got luck and found a used heavy weighsafe but we have not towed with it yet. Customer service is beyond excellent!

[@WanderingWeekends]

Great to hear!

[@joshgarner805]

I want to say this... If you properly load your trailer and have enough truck to handle it you shouldn't get much sway at all. My issue with the propride is that I often wondering if its masks a trailer that is not loaded correctly. I use a Equalizer E4 hitch and have no reason to shell out $4000 for a hitch when I know if I load my trailer right it won't sway much at all. Also I would like to know what makes that hitch worth almost $4000 because as an engineer myself it sure doesn't look like $4000 to me.

[@Gary-ib8dz]

I have an Equalizer. I tow a 30' travel trailer with a 4700# dry weight. I'm not sure what it typically weighs, but I've towed it with all 3 tanks mostly full. I've been in fairly strong winds. I've been up and down mountains. It has been great for me. I drive a Tundra. I have not used the other hitches. I can open my tailgate, but only because I turned my power tongue jack 90 degrees.

[@WanderingWeekends]

Yes, the tongue jack trick works for most of these. Safe travels. I appreciate you watching.

[@desertdan100]

I have run a 1,000 lb Eaz lift hitch for over 20 years on 3 different campers from 18 foot to 32 feet. It is the spring bars with chain link system and has an accessory flat bar friction type anti sway system. These are easy to set up and totally adjustable. They also have good ground clearance. Sway has a lot to do with the way you set up the camper and the tongue weight. I have always felt confident using it and set it up myself. I used to build and install hitches fir people. I used to have a camper service and repair business but never sold them. I ran mobile repair. I went out to where they were setting , even in state parks and campgrounds. I am going to mount this hitch on a brand new 35 foot Apex ultralite this weekend. I have a method and procedure that I have used many ma.y times. I prefer less complicated hitches that are more durable and dependable . I like the round spring bar hitches that just never wear out if you maintain them and set them up correctly. A proper install prevents most all problems and sway on the road. The driver has a lot to do with that.

[@CallieCarter145]

Regarding the Equal-i-zer being noisy. The manual says to put lube, I use the Equal-i-zer brand, on the upper and lower portions of the steel spring bar receiver sockets, not further back where the bars rest on the L brackets. I lube my hitch according to the manual and have very little to no noise. I also do not use those plastic things you mentioned. Thanks for the great work you are doing!

[@whitenoyzplus1599]

Great video for sure. I did buy the weigh-safe before watching this video so I feel I chose wisely. You might mention in future vids that the weigh-safe is the only hitch with an actual scale on it.

[@michaelcorey9890]

Been using the Andersen on our 24' behind a Tundra. Love it. Simple, light. I can open and close my tailgate completely. I do agree that with a heavier trailer the sway controlled offered by the hitch head hydraulically pressed into a nylon sleeve may not be enough. Also, with full time RVers or commercial users I could see the nylon wearing out. For casual RVers and shorter trailers I would recommend it to everyone.

[@pgfitzgerald]

Love our Weigh Safe Heavyweight! Your videos were the primary reason I started looking into it and boy am I glad I did. It's been amazing!

[@dougdoris8622]

This video came out at the perfect time for me. I’m going from a 35 foot fifth wheel to a 28 ft travel trailer. I love B&W Companion hitch for fifth wheels but I didn’t want to be an early user of their new WDH. Weight Safe Heavyweight works for me. I just hope they get off backorder soon. Thanks for all the work you put into the comparison.

[@WanderingWeekends]

I love they’re a small company but I believe that makes it tough for them to keep up sometimes.

[@daveremillard6257]

Great video sir. I just received the B&W yesterday. What a build wow. I really wanted the weigh safe but the draw back for me was #1 when I could get it. #2 they don't recommend backing up with it. And #3 dealing with the bars going from one side to the other when hooking up and disconnecting. On my truck the hitch ball is 33" off the ground and climbing over it would be risky for my age, thus walking around the truck 3 to 4 times each use got a bit old. Call me lazy LOL. Anyway I really appreciate your take on all of the hitches and sharing your experiences with them.

[@rogereastman7392]

Love this series! I'd also add that the drop bar on the Weigh safe heavy can also be upgraded to a 2 1/2 inch without swapping out the whole hitch. I ran into this shortly after I bought it that I traded up for a new F350 with a class 5 hitch. For under $200 I just ordered a drop bar and went from a 2" 1500/15k lb to a 2 1/2" 2200/20k lb capacity. That's definitely worth putting on the weight-safe Pro column. I do wish they sold a 3" though just to reduce the slop. Oh, and I've already split the rubber boot under the weight-safe from not being careful enough when setting it down, that's one for the cons.

[@yellow5c]

This is very helpful! 🙌 I have a 32' tongue to bumper travel trailer. The Pro Series WDH that came with it has not been good enough to manage sway or distribute weight on my Expedition, which was swapped for a Navigator L. This helps me, weigh 😂, my options!

[@Doug-gp2qw]

I just got my first travel trailer. I tow it with a F150. I purchased a Husky round bar WDH, primarily on price. I wish I had seen this video first.

[@ericm4483]

Our original was a Reese with the friction bar. The little nut that the tightener screws into started stripping out. We upgraded to an Anderson WD hitch. That was like night and day difference. We still had a little truck suck that starts with the tow vehicle being push away and then pulled towards the passing semi. We are upgrading to the ProPride 3P. The sway elimination was the main attraction. In my calculations, I could either get a bigger tow vehicle or get a different hitch knowing we'd probably end up upgrading to the ProPride eventually. Of those options, going to the ProPride was actually the cheaper option.

[@genebraddy567]

I really wish I would have watched this before the dealer talked me into a blue ox.

[@oaktree13]

I bought a fish house and planned on using a pole tongue adapter but because of the hydraulic steel arms, I need to put the adapter a little farther rearwards. The arms on the equalizer 4 are too short. Is there another one that has arms about 4-5 inches longer?

[@ChollaJJ]

I have a Reese with bars and chains….works fine ! 29ft trailer. Half ton truck, have not used sway option ! Thanks

[@Antieau4]

Great work! Great video! I have the Equalizer and love it. It was my first hitch, and I couldn't be happier. When she groans, I know she's working. I've added the "plastic pads" and have not noticed any change with performance, and she still makes some noise, just not as much.

[@wsdp1911]

Thanks again for your hard work. We are about to buy our first real trailer and although I don't know which weight distribution hitch I will get , i can now make an informed decision. Keep on keeping on.

[@geraldkoth654]

At a rally where all the Pro Pride fanbois gathered around some poor schmuck who bought one. The problem was a tiny bit of truck front high and trailer tail low and all those "experts could not get the dadgum thing to line up and insert. The final solution was to find the perfect amount of blocks for the truck rear tires and then use the trailer jack to get the mating part of the hitch at the right level. And then I watched all the normal fun of messing with the rest of the hitch adjustments. YIKES My A frame has a central beam so B and W will not work at all. I have had a Reese Dual Cam for 13 years and properly set up is just works. Easy as pie to hook up using the tongue jack.

[@brandonzachary2052]

Clearly it was inexperience you were witnessing. I have a ProPride with my Ram 2500 and 28ft Airstream with no such issues. There is a learning curve, but I find it super simple.

[@alannoel489]

One con for some folks with the heavyweight from weigh safe which I learned after purchase do to my oversight but they also don’t make the info easy to find. The hitch is NOT compatible with underslung trailer frames, most commonly found on Jayco trailers.

[@markjustice5600]

Corey, just pre-ordered the heavyweight but saw this comment. We own a Jayco and now concerned with compatibility. Any thoughts???

[@alannoel489]

@@markjustice5600 in my experience, we used the hitch several times with the Jayco. Just never felt correct. No matter what adjustments I made.

[@johnzielinski7032]

First off, well done!Understanding there is a lot of variables in truck/trailer combinations, it is difficult to know what your experience will be with these hitches unless you try them. Thank you for sharing yours. As a BlueOx Sway Pro owner I've been looking for a better option but I'm pretty sure my wife would have me locked up if I tried to do what you have done! Your ratings consider factors that are also important to me (performance, quality, ease of install/setup, cost) but there was one factor that I didn’t see mentioned that is important to me. Backing up or tight turns without disengaging the sway/WDH system. For several hitch options you have included, this is not the case. We have a half ton truck and 25-foot trailer and we enjoy boondocking on occasion. Getting out of the truck to disengage is not only inconvenient, it is sometimes not possible. This presumably wasn't a deal breaker for you in your evaluation but I'm curious what your experience has been with these hitches in this regard. Thanks again.

[@WanderingWeekends]

Great question. I always seem to forget something in these hitch videos. Haha. None of the hitches in this video require disengagement when backing up under normal circumstances. A few caveats here. If the Husky has the sway control attachment it would need to be disengaged (mine did not). Weigh Safe suggests disengagement after 60 degrees but I’ve never had an issue (a true 60 backing angle is pretty sharp). I’m not sure 90 degrees is smart with any of them. Appreciate you watching!

[@prestoni3069]

Just ordered the WeighSafe mid weight and used your code! I didn’t opt for the locks or pins but they through all 3 in the box keyed alike. I use the cheap Eaz lift chain system and will be installing the weigh safe this weekend can’t wait!

[@WanderingWeekends]

Nice! Take the money you saved and fill up your gas tank!

[@riccochet704]

I'll say this about the Andersen. If you have a 3/4 ton you'll have no problem towing over 30' with one. Ours is 31' and 9000#, it handles my trailer with zero issues. They're stupid simple to hook up, light weight and virtually noise free. As for the consumables. The spring bushings have lasted me going on 2 years now with no signs of wear. Thousands of miles. They're like $35 a piece on Andersen's site. I was lucky and unlucky at the same time. When I received my Andersen it was missing the large washers. Andersen sent me an extra set of bushings instead, told me to keep them and sent me the washers as well. KUDOS to their customer service. They were FAST to make it right. The friction cone I could probably stand to replace about now, but at $13, who cares. It takes 10 minutes to replace. Andersen isn't for everyone. Obviously. But if you can get away with using one, they're kind of hard to beat. Coming from someone that had a Curt Eazy-Lift, Equalizer 4P and then a ProPride. If I didn't like the Andersen so much I would 100% be buying a Weigh Safe.

[@WanderingWeekends]

The Andersen definitely surprised me!

[@KeystoneTexan]

The Anderson works very good for my setup. I tow with an 2018 Toyota Tundra Limited Crewmax 4wd with the TRD Off-road Package. My trailer is a 2021 Transcend Explor 261BH that’s 31ft in length.

[@VegasGuy1975]

Another vote for the Anderson. 33 foot trailer behind a SuperDuty. No sway, and that’s going over major mountain ranges and wide open flats. Never a white knuckle moment. The 2 minute set up each time we hook up is a major plus! Also I like that we can still drop our tailgate, and backing up while connected is no issue.

[@jonsorensen1904]

Ram 2500 Cummins pulling a 37' 10k trailer all over the mountains out west with an Andersen WD hitch -- zero issues for three years. Crazy winds on I-40 along AZ/NM border, still steady. No signs of needing replacement parts yet, but like that is easily (and inexpensively) done. Would only consider the Weigh Safe if I ever needed a new hitch. But very happy with Andersen all-around. Great that you were able to try them all out & share your honest opinions.

[@paulhendey1501]

Pro Pride is from Anderson's 2nd company. Minor improvements. Ram 2500 and 10k pound TT tows great.

[@RandR60]

Thanks so much for the great reviews. We just ordered a Weigh-Safe hitch for our upcoming TT purchase. Saved $$ with the code, too!

[@WanderingWeekends]

Awesome! Gas money!!!

[@kimandbobbygohiking4489]

I think after watching this video I might be leaning towards the Anderson. Have an 18 ft Rpod 3000lbs dry and pulling with a Ford F150. Looking to get control over wind caused sway and sway when the big trucks pass on the highway. Currently just using a sway control arm on one side.

[@davidjohoson8397]

I appreciate the fact that you spend the time and effort testing different hitches... Because that's an important thing for consumers that are looking to get an RV and it's peace of mind knowing hey bought the best Hitch For their travel traile.... And you know as well as I do. There's a lot of new people out that have never tow anything in their lives and this is very important for someone that has no experience... I'm from and I myself started out running FEMA 57 trailers back in 07 and then upgraded to a Class A CDL and ran hot shots loads... Like I said before I'm up in the air between Shocker hitch HD with weigh distribution and two friction sway bars or Or buying safeway heavyweighr.. I just wish shocker hitch will get off their ass and send you their HD hitch with sway control and you could compare it against safe weight..✌️

[@WanderingWeekends]

I’d love to!!

[@BFGoodwrench3]

While i watched your whole video i think you're assessment on eliminating sway as not needing 100% eliminated is foolish. Anyone that does or has towed a heavy trailer knows that once away starts it usually gets worse from there. Grabbing the trailer brakes does not always fix the situation. I tow with 5 children, my wife, and my dogs all on board the TV so to leave our lives in the hands of 99% sway control is unacceptable.

[@WanderingWeekends]

You have misinterpreted my statement. A loss of control situation would result in 0% sway elimination. If the trailer goes from not swaying at all to swaying an inch every once in awhile that is what I mean. I don’t think either hitch would allow an out of control situation under the same circumstances. Obviously there are situations that NO hitch can help with but in those cases one should not be towing. After 1000’s of miles in the ProPride and 1000’s of miles in the other top 3 hitches I felt 0% safer in the ProPride. 100’s of tractor trailers and 30-40mph winds included.

[@mikec8123]

Have had the Hensley hitch for over 12000 miles. $1000 less than Propride and the original design. Yes 100% no sway. I don't believe you can say that other hitches are 99% sway controlled. Their designs do not warrant that claim. I agree that they do control sway better than others at maybe 80% but no way 99%. $2800 for the Hensley and peace of mind far out ways less money. How can anyone put a price on their families safety? We can hook up in 5 minutes which is less than most other hitches it just takes practice. I watch all your videos and they have helped me a lot I just disagree with your opinion on hitches.

[@WanderingWeekends]

Agree to disagree... 99% comes from my experience with these units... they might just be better than you realize. Have you used many of them?

[@dwreinard]

The single best source for travel trailer hitches! Thank you for all the work and info! I'm running an E4 but bought before the vids. They say to never use grease on the bars and that the pads don't change the friction. I use the pads. I love the simplicity of the setup but it bothers me they don't include the pads and grease for the head. They also sell better bar pins separately. All that should be in the kit. Imo that would make it easier to recommend. My next hitch will be that weigh safe heavy. For the money it looks worth the upgrade. Keep up the great work!

[@WanderingWeekends]

Both are very good! Thanks for the compliment.

[@PhilDotZap]

I am curious of experiences with Bullerproof Hitches. I have received one with the trailer I bought, and one of the sway control ball tabs is bent...likely from a past jacknife episode. But genuinely appreciate your content and this list was a great review also of what to look for in any hitch. Tally up the pros and cons and you know a number of key items to eval on your particular hitch setup. You won a new subscriber today!

[@WanderingWeekends]

I appreciate you subscribing! No experience with any of the Bulletproof stuff but I hear it’s pretty good. If I ever snag one I’ll definitely make sure to share my thoughts.

[@petermarr8045]

I'll ditto the others in saying thanks for doing all of this hitch testing. I have a 38' Reflection Travel trailer, was running the blu-ox tru tow and had a lot of sway and porpoising. I took your recommendation and bought the weigh safe heavy and it's make a BIG difference for me, especially in sway reduction - like you, its a game changer for me and makes towing my trailer much less stressful. Thanks!

[@WanderingWeekends]

I’m glad it’s improved your experience!

[@x86brandon263]

Glad to see this. I’ve actually been using Weigh Safe, but my new Jayco is underslung, something the Weigh Safe doesn’t support. Unfortunately the Weigh Safe has broken the plastic clips and a retention screw on the bottom, so I’m replacing it with the Underslung B&W. Hate these new underslung couplers.

[@jusman5231]

This was an awesome series. I have an Andersen hitch and picked it because it was light weight and easy to use. When using it with an F150 and a 30ft trailer there were some slight sway control issues. However now that I upgraded to an F250 the hitch has worked amazing. I have considered changing a couple of times but keep sticking with the Andersen because of how easy to use it is and how light weight all the components are. But that being said I could see how this wouldn’t be ideal for a heavy long trailer. But I like it a lot.

[@WanderingWeekends]

It worked pretty darn good for me too! Safe travels.

[@tdough021]

I currently have the blue ox trackpro and hate it, porpoises and too much sway. Thinking of getting a Weight Safe or the TR3. I have a RAM 1500 and my trailer runs about 7000lbs with a tongue weight around 800lbs. If I get the WS, should I get the heavyweight or the middleweight? If TR3, 8,000, 10,000 or 12,000 lbs option?

[@WanderingWeekends]

Either WS product should do. If you do the TR3 I'd go with the 10k option.

[@erickessler6094]

Brother, A wonderful & massive review! Thank you for your amazing studies! I'd appreciate your thoughts on my below situation. YESTERDAY, we picked up our new Grand Design 22MLE! 😊 My Richmond, VA RV dealer installed the new WeighSafe MiddleWeight. 1st a super POSITIVE: Going over dips and bridge bumps were amazing, damping out bounce immediately with no multiple bouncing. 😊 My WORRY 😮 was my RAM 1500 sits LOW in the rear, BUT the tech (1st time a WS install for him) showed me the App and said all was all correct (Wish I could show you the photo) and it seemed OK, but the truck was far from level. So I took delivery. Once I got on I-95, the steering felt very light. Then the very 1st semi truck that passed me was a bit concerning as I felt the suck, and with the light steering, created stress for me every semi that passed. I kept speed to 65 even though most traffic was 75. Since I'm also in the very middle of a move, I didn't turn around and bring it back. Do you have any thoughts? Thx Again. I know I'll love this once I get it all dialed in. Cheers, Eric

[@WanderingWeekends]

The first thing I would do is download the app and measure everything yourself. You’ll need to know your weights. It is likely he put your advertised hitch weight into the app and didn’t pay attention to the scale. Maybe not. I simply do not trust dealerships when it comes to setting these hitches up. 95% have zero clue how to do it properly.

[@erickessler6094]

@@WanderingWeekends thank you. I will! 😎

[@jerry-381]

Appreciate the video. Have you heard any news on Weigh Safe coming out with a solution for Jayco or other travel trailers with an underslung hitch?

[@WanderingWeekends]

I understand they are working on that. I'm not intimately involved with them so tough to give a timeline.

[@jerry-381]

@@WanderingWeekends 👍

[@markphillips590]

Your reviews are the #1 reason I bought WS. Purchased the MW - still adjusting some - and someone suggested it might be better to back a little then pull forward to set the ball - rather than bouncing on hte bumper;) Would love to see a step by step install video and I am sure someone will add one. I agree the tailgate is con, and so is the lack of the lock on head assembly like the big brother. The way I understood it, WS did say that the WD hitches are assembled in Utah but they are made in China, and they are hoping to change that in the future; their stainless steel products are made in the USA.

[@charlesbuchter5652]

So the Weigh Safe Heavyweight is discontinued. The Weigh Safe Middleweight is sold out through the end of the year, and the B&W is too weird. Composite bars that can't be in the Sun? That would be like buying patio furniture that can't be left outside. I guess it's the EAZ-LIFT TR3 or the EQUAL-I-ZER left for the top choices.

[@WanderingWeekends]

I just checked on this out of curiosity. All middleweights are in stock except 4 inch drop/2 inch receivers. They’ll be back in a month or so.

[@eliasfajr2010]

if at all possible, can you make a video for heavy tongue trailers? my eclipse 32gsg measured tongue weight is 1850lbs with water (1750 empty), theres other models that are pretty heavy, eclipse 3016, there's some TT that are very tongue heavy and the propride, equalize are not rated high enough, weigh safe (wont work because of underslung coupler), dont want andersen, etc. I had to get the blue ox with chains unfortunately (2klb bars and underslung), one of the few that was rated for that weigh of tongue. I think after 1700lbs of tongue, theres none with friction bars available. With my four seater rzr, that tongue weight does drop to 1250 which causes sway. Calculated 8% tongue by taking to the cat scales, brought that number up to 12% with added weight. I have to add bricks to the front compartment to get rid of some of the way, still cant go over 65mph.

[@WanderingWeekends]

That is quite a pickle. I really don't have an answer for you. The combo of under-slung and over 1500lbs really eliminates most options. I believe Weigh Safe is coming out with an under-slung option but it isn't out yet.

[@timf6916]

Well on with the show. I do have a 5th wheel. If I did need a bumper pull, my TAILGATE would be a deal or NO deal. No tailgate no deal.

[@anythingadrenaline4515]

Is there a way to use they Weigh Safe hitch or any distribution hitch with just a single straight tounge bar? I wish I could post a picture. My snowmobile trailer didn't have the tounge V it's just a straight line - - - - - - - [8] it's a 2020 Mission trailer mes101x14 snowmobile trailer

[@WanderingWeekends]

That’s a great question that I do not have an answer for. I understand what you are asking but I have not seen such a device.