Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo
#2 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 3.9. The Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo leads on weight or install and price. The CURT RVibrake 4 52202 wins on warranty. The Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo costs $300.16 less ($1,165.57 vs $1,465.73).
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CURT RVibrake 4 52202
#5 in BrakeFull review
For owners who want a portable brake with a wireless monitor. Check that its braking style suits you before paying this much.
Amazon $1,465.73$1,465.73
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) and price ($1,165.57 vs $1,465.73).
- Choose the CURT RVibrake 4 52202 for warranty (limited lifetime warranty vs 5-year warranty).
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 | CURT RVibrake 4 52202 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Price 25% | 68 $1,165.57 | 39 $1,465.73 |
| 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 | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo | CURT RVibrake 4 52202 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | Limited lifetime |