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bailer6334
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Mar 30, 2016

OK Which new TT Keystone or Winnebago?

Trying to decide between a Keystone Cougar or a Winnebago. I have read on the internet both good and bad on both. Both are within $1000 of each, with similar floorplans.

So I'm looking for feedback from owners of both on the good & the bad, and how both manufacturers treated you on any warranty issues.

Thanks
  • Not having owned a Winnebago, I can only comment on the Keystone. I've got a 2010 Outback that has been trouble free from day one. Very happy with the construction and operation. I plan on upgrading to a Class A D/P, but should my finances not align with that, I will be going with another Keystone product.
  • Toss up. You should put your eyes on the ones you're considering. The Winnebago's I have seen did not impress me. Keystone has dozens of different brands with slight differences.
  • I've had 2 Keystones and enjoyed both with no major issues. We absolutely love our current trailer.
  • We have a 2013 Keystone Cougar that has given us no trouble since our first trip out...the fridge went bad and was replaced by Camping World as soon as we brought it in.
  • I've been real happy with our Winnebago, and most owners that have posted on various forums (here and at IRV2.com) have been happy as well. That's not to say that sometimes their quality control screws up. I suggest you really look at both trailers and see which one has the best quality from what you see and will work the best for you. If you share which models your considering, you may get additional feedback.

    For us, the choice of the 2201DS was the bathroom size, storage space for longer trips, outdoor kitchen and overall size and weight for towing with a 1/2 ton truck.
  • Here are the TT's I am looking at.

    Winnebago 2401RG or Keystone Cougar 24SABWE

    Hope to hear more input.
  • I have a keystone and have had a few minor issues, however, when ever a problem did arise the repairs were very quick. I would definitely trust to buy again.
  • If you plan on boondocking, the Keystone with it's bigger tanks definitely has the advantage. After that, I'd compare construction materials and appliances.