I spent over 2 years looking for the right trailer for us (our third one). We ended up with a 5th wheel.
For us, we first figured out the floor plan we wanted. This took the most time for us as we thought about how we camp (state parks, partial or no hookups, nice views out the back of the trailer, etc...) and how we intend to use it in the future.
Once we figured out the floor plan we wanted, I made a spreadsheet to compare the important features to us. The size of fresh, grey and black water holding tanks were very important to us for example.
After I did that, the choice was obvious to us.
So if you plan on researching before buying, find the floor plan first and then look for the other items that are easier to compare.
Have fun.
Ed
