What Brand of RV is the Best? The Top 10 RV Manufacturers

Shopping for an RV can be complicated, especially if you’re shopping for a brand-new model. The RV industry has many different options when it comes to styles and brands to choose from. There are Class C, B and A motorhomes, fifth wheel trailers, conventional travel trailers, toy hauler trailers, tent trailers and truck mounted units. Many travel trailers come in “Lite” and “Ultra Lite” models for those who have smaller towing vehicles. Whether you want a luxurious “home on the road” or you want to be a “minimalist” and camp in the backwoods, the manufacturers below will have you covered.

So, what brand of RV is the best? Below you’ll find the top ten RV manufacturers that you should know about to help answer just that question!

Coachmen

This RV dealer and brand has been producing RVs for around 50 years and has produced more than 600,000 RVs. This well established brand manufactures pretty much all of the different types of RVs that you would consider.  The Coachmen RV brand functions on the principle of “Dedicated to the enrichment of your life.” With this as the company’s foundation, they work hard to bring quality and value to every RV that they produce. Their primary focus is on the functionality and simplicity of each model. They incorporate the requests and feedback from their customers to create the best RVs available.

Popular models include Leprechaun, Prism, Freelander, Pursuit, Catalina, Chaparal, Freedom, Apex, Clipper and Viking.

Entegra

This brand focuses on giving RV owners everything that they want and need for their RV lifestyle. They exclusively manufacture driveable RVs. Entegra is based on strong values and integrity and was founded about 50 years ago. Ten years ago, the Entegra brand merged with the Jayco family, but they still carry their values. They’re focused on providing luxurious, smart floorplans, residential amenities, and peace of mind to their recreational vehicle customers. Entegra claims their coaches ride the quietest and handle the best of any luxury coaches available today. All of their models come backed with a two-year limited warranty.

Popular Luxury Diesel models include: Aspire, Anthem, Cornerstone and Reatta and Reatta XL. Popular Class A models include: Vision, Vision XL and Emblem. Class C models: Odyssey, Esteem, Quest and Accolade.

Forest River

About 20 years ago, this brand was created out of a vision the founder had to build and design better RVs to make it so more people would be able to enjoy being outside. Forest River provides a variety of models so that it’s easy for families and individuals to create new memories while being on the road. Interestingly, they own Coachmen, which was reviewed above. They even have their own community, Forest River Owners’ Group (FROG), to help connect RVers – it has grown to have more than 90,000 members.

Popular models include Salem, Forester, Georgetown, Cardinal, Cedar Creek, Flagstaff, Rockwood, R-Pod and Palomino.

Newmar

For more than 50 years, Newmar has been producing RVs. The Newmar company was created based on the principles of the Mennonite faith and still works under those principles. This RV manufacturer is known for producing Class A motorhomes and are known as the first company to have slide-outs on their RV models. On their website, they say that they believe that an RV is more than a vehicle; that instead, it’s a passport to fun and creating memories with friends and family. We definitely agree with that!

Popular models include Dutch Star, Bay Star, Ventana, and Canyon Star.

Thor Motor Coach

By far, the brand that is most well-known in the RV industry is Thor Motor Coach. According to their website, a quarter of all the motorhomes sold in a year is a Thor Motor Coach. They provide customers with various prices, layouts, and sizes, which makes this motorhome brand perfect for anyone.

Popular models include Palazzo, Vegas, and Four Winds.

Winnebago

When you think about an RV, you’re probably imagining a Winnebago. The Winnebago company has been around since the 1950s and is a trusted and respected brand in the RV industry. Winnebago’s vision is to be a trusted leader in the outdoor lifestyle solutions by giving its customers unmatched service, quality, and innovation in the RV industry.

Popular models include Horizon, Navion, Vista, and Forza.

Airstream

These RVs are recognizable because of their aluminum bullet shape and has been around for more than 80 years. The Airstream company started because of a dream to provide people traveling with a way to have the comforts of home while they’re away. There are several different sizes and models to choose from, so there’s something for everyone.

Popular models include Grand Tour, Basecamp, International Serenity, Flying Cloud, and Interstate.

K-Z RV

This brand was founded in 1972 with the design of a truck camper. This brand continues to improve its designs and now has a great selection of RVs, including fifth wheel, travel trailers, and toy haulers. In 2018, they were awarded the Best of Show by RV Pro magazine.

Popular models include: Connect and Escape.

Keystone

When this RV brand opened for the first time, their goal was to design and build high-quality RVs that are more affordable than other brands and are loaded with features. They always put their customer first and strive to produce high-quality products that will last. Keystone takes its slogan very seriously, “Building adventures for the long haul.”

Popular models include Montana and Cougar.

Midwest Automotive Designs

This trailer brand specializes in Sprint Van customer conversions (Class B motorhomes). You get to choose from a selection of colors, three wheelbase lengths, and two roof heights. They also have in-house engineers, designers, and craftsmen to ensure that you get everything that you want for your RV. Midwest Automotive Designs focuses on integrity, service, value, and design.

Popular models include Passage, Weekender and Day Cruiser.

Conclusion

What brand of RV is best? With so many options available on the market, it can be extremely overwhelming to pick the best brand. Hopefully, this article has shown you that ten brands are considered to be the best RV brands on the market today.

All of these brands are known for their craftsmanship, beautiful designs, and commitment to their customers. You can’t go wrong if you go with one of these ten brands. Talk with a dealer today to figure out which brand is best for your RV needs and get started purchasing your new RV.

Go with the brand that is going to offer you the most bang for your buck. There’s no sense in purchasing an RV from Winnebago just because it provides more add-ons if you want to be able to part of the designing process of your RV like you would with a Midwest Automotive Designs.