Towing difference Roo 23IKSS vs Outback 250TRS

We had a ROO 23SS for nearly 8 seasons and loved it. Didn't mind the extra jobs needed with a HTT. But then old age crept up while we weren't watching and it really became a chore. We moved to a Rockwood 2604 and life is good.

Agree that the floorplan of the IKSS is awesome and I just about had a fit when I saw it on the hybrid side of the forum. We all did. Then some little issues were noticed and these may or may not be a problem for you, but these were the most commonly mentioned. While on the road, the frig and bathroom are not accessible without at least partially opening a slide....not good if you're not pretty level. The slide on the curb side would be a huge downside for us....you lose a lot of outdoor space. Seems like there was some question on the bathroom, but can't recall what it was. It is gorgeous and I love the island kitchen, but too many downsides and we needed to change from a HTT anyway.

Not familiar with the Outback you're considering, but looking at the pix it looks like the layout is very similar to our 2604. While we miss some of the camping experience with a HTT, the TT is much better for us now.

You will notice little if any difference towing either one of them.
As far as BO's opinions of the drawbacks on a hybrid, the noise is relative, and we have had no issues freezing folks out in our Roo. Regarding the last comment, I sat in our campsite in Arkansas last week during a late morning downpour and watched as numerous campers were breaking down their hardsided rvs and loading up equipment soaking wet. There is no doubt they'll be drying out when they get home.
No leaks in the 4 years we have owned ours, but I read about plenty, hard sides, 5th wheels, class c, etc.

There will be no noticeable difference in towing. I would not get the Roo. The reasons being: Noisier inside while in use. Harder to heat/cool. Pain in the.. to setup or take down when wet. If you pack it up wet you will need to open it later and dry it out. Harder to get in and out of beds. Possibility of leaks..

B.O.

That particular Roo was my trailer of choice when we were in the market. Then I compared what I could get the Roo for vs the trailer I got instead, and I went with the TT. The 23IKSS is still a great floorplan though.

To answer the original question, I think they will tow similarly - too close to call. My trailer is over 30 ft long and I am totally accustomed to it now having moved up from a hybrid that was about 19' total. If the OP gets something (TT) larger, it just takes some time to get accustomed to it.

If you like canvas, get the Roo.. If not, get the Outback.. Either will tow fine behind your F250..

Personally, I don't like the Roo simply because of the canvas and the slide on the awning side... That would drive me nuts! ;)

Good luck!

Mitch