For a car or small SUV on a budget, with the release and warranty of pricier bars.
Amazon $788.64The Demco Commander 2 9511012 is the better tow bar overall, rated 3.9 to 3.1. The Demco Commander 2 9511012 leads on features, warranty and capacity or braking. The Blue Ox Adventurer BX7322 wins on price and weight or install. The Blue Ox Adventurer BX7322 costs $449.91 less ($338.73 vs $788.64).
For occasional towing of a small car on the lowest budget. Full time travelers will want self-aligning arms.
Amazon $338.73Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Demco Commander 2 9511012 for features (self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, stores on the motorhome, safety cables included vs none of the listed features), warranty (limited lifetime warranty vs 3-year warranty) and capacity or braking (6,000 lb towing capacity vs 5,000 lb towing capacity).
- Choose the Blue Ox Adventurer BX7322 for price ($338.73 vs $788.64) and weight or install (28 lb vs 41 lb).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every tow bar tow bar; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Demco Commander 2 9511012 | Blue Ox Adventurer BX7322 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 25% | 72 $788.64 | 100 $338.73 |
| Capacity or braking 20% | 14 6,000 lb towing capacity | 0 5,000 lb towing capacity |
| Weight or install 15% | 56 41 lb | 100 28 lb |
| Features 20% | 90 self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, stores on the motorhome, safety cables included | 0 none of the listed features |
| Warranty 20% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 22 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Demco Commander 2 9511012 | Blue Ox Adventurer BX7322 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tow bar | ||
| Type | Tow bar | Tow bar |
| Towing capacity | 6,000 lb | 5,000 lb |
| Hitch | - | 2 in ball coupler |
| Material | - | Steel |
| Self-aligning arms | Yes | - |
| Non-binding latches | Yes | - |
| Stores on motorhome | Yes | - |
| Safety cables included | Yes | No |
| Brake included | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 41 lb | 28 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | 3 years |
