CURT Q20 vs Demco Recon 21K

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The CURT Q20 rates 4.4 among up to 20,000 lb fifth wheel hitchs; the Demco Recon 21K rates 3.4 among over 20,000 lb ones. The CURT Q20 costs $124 less ($599.99 vs $723.99).

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CURT Q20 vs Demco Recon 21K

Scores side by side

These two sit in different rating classes (up to 20,000 lb and over 20,000 lb), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own rating peers. How we rank explains each factor.

Factor weightCURT Q20Demco Recon 21K
Overall rating4.4/53.4/5
Price 25%87 $599.99100 $723.99
Capacity 20%100 20,000 lb gross trailer weight10 21,000 lb gross trailer weight
Weight 15%50 hitch weight not published (neutral score used)50 hitch weight not published (neutral score used)
Features 20%75 full articulation, adjustable height, lockable60 full articulation, adjustable height
Warranty 20%100 limited lifetime warranty44 5-year warranty

Specifications

CURT Q20Demco Recon 21K
Capacity
Gross trailer weight20,000 lb21,000 lb
Pin weight5,000 lb4,000 lb
Head
MountRails (or puck kit)Rails (or puck kit)
JawDual jawSingle jaw wraparound
ArticulationFore, aft and side to sideFore, aft and side to side
Adjustable heightYesYes
Height13 to 17 in15.5 to 18 in
Short bed readyNoNo
LockableYesNo
Build
WarrantyLimited lifetime5 years

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