For a car or midsize SUV on a budget. It brings aluminum and lifetime cover for much less than the big names.
Amazon $750The NSA Ready Brute II is the better tow bar overall, rated 4.1 to 3.8. The NSA Ready Brute II leads on price. The Demco Dominator 9511008 wins on weight or install and features. The NSA Ready Brute II costs $481.30 less ($750 vs $1,231.30).
For anyone who wants the lightest bar to lift and stow. You pay extra for the low weight.
Amazon $1,231.30Prices 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 NSA Ready Brute II for price ($750 vs $1,231.30).
- Choose the Demco Dominator 9511008 for weight or install (30 lb vs 37 lb) and features (self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, stores on the motorhome, safety cables included vs self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, stores on the motorhome).
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 | NSA Ready Brute II | Demco Dominator 9511008 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Price 25% | 77 $750 | 27 $1,231.30 |
| Capacity or braking 20% | 43 8,000 lb towing capacity | 36 7,500 lb towing capacity |
| Weight or install 15% | 72 37 lb | 100 30 lb |
| Features 20% | 75 self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, stores on the motorhome | 90 self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, stores on the motorhome, safety cables included |
| Warranty 20% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| NSA Ready Brute II | Demco Dominator 9511008 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tow bar | ||
| Type | Tow bar | Tow bar |
| Towing capacity | 8,000 lb | 7,500 lb |
| Hitch | 2 in receiver | - |
| Material | Aluminum and steel | - |
| Self-aligning arms | Yes | Yes |
| Non-binding latches | Yes | Yes |
| Stores on motorhome | Yes | Yes |
| Safety cables included | No | Yes |
| Brake included | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 37 lb | 30 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |
