Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo
#1 in BrakeFull review
For gas motorhomes towing one car. It brakes in step with the coach and stays out of sight.
Amazon $1,165.57$1,165.57
The Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo is the better tow bar overall, rated 4.3 to 3.3. The Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo leads on weight or install, warranty and price. The Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo costs $244.88 less ($1,165.57 vs $1,410.45).
Blue Ox Patriot BRK2022
#8 in BrakeFull review
For owners who want a light portable brake they can control from the coach. The short warranty is a drawback.
Amazon $1,410.45$1,410.45
Prices 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 Stay-IN-Play Duo for weight or install (stays installed in the car vs portable, set up each trip), warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty) and price ($1,165.57 vs $1,410.45).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every brake tow bar; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo | Blue Ox Patriot BRK2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Price 25% | 68 $1,165.57 | 44 $1,410.45 |
| Capacity or braking 20% | 100 proportional braking | 50 braking type not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight or install 15% | 100 stays installed in the car | 50 portable, set up each trip |
| Features 20% | 100 breakaway included, motorhome monitor included | 100 breakaway included, motorhome monitor included |
| Warranty 20% | 44 5-year warranty | 11 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo | Blue Ox Patriot BRK2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tow bar | ||
| Type | Supplemental brake | Supplemental brake |
| Braking | ||
| Proportional | Yes | - |
| Install | Installed | Portable |
| Breakaway included | Yes | Yes |
| Motorhome monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Motorhome brakes | Hydraulic brakes | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 6.2 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |