Comparing EcoHitch and OEM Hitch to Curt and etrailer Hitches on 2022 Subaru Ascent

Updated 02/25/2022 | Published 02/21/2022

Products Featured in This Question

EcoHitch Invisi Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

(19)

$402.47

Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector

(34)

$124.63

T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(124)

$39.70

etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs

(1375)

$93.56

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

(223)

$237.03

etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"

(325)

$244.83

Pollak 7 Pole to 4 Way Connector Adapter

(1037)

$8.98

Question:

Why are the Eco hitch and OEM hitches so much more expensive than the e-trailer/curt models? Why do the more expensive ones have the pieces that slide into the frame rail in addition to the bolt locations the crash bar piece is removed from? My real question is, are these less expensive versions which mount differently really as good as maybe better than the Eco and OEM or is there a sacrifice for the lower expense? I believe OEM comes with 7 and 4 pin wire harness, so there is that added cost as well.

asked by: Zachary B