Comparing Curt & EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receivers For a 2023 Subaru Forester

Published 09/14/2023

Products Featured in This Question

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

(106)

$280.05

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

(135)

$389.99

Curt Auxiliary LED Indicator Lights

(311)

$32.94

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

(3771)

$40.26

Question:

What are the differences between these hitches for my 2023 Subaru Forester? EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" Item # 306-X7391 Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" Item # C47HR

asked by: JP

Expert Reply:

The Curt # C47HR and EcoHitch # 306-X7391 receivers you found do have a lot of similarities. First they are both made in the USA and have a lifetime warranty. Both have a 2" receiver and hidden cross tube which mounts behind the rear bumper fascia. The main difference in these is the construction and materials used. The Curt is made from steel only while the EcoHitch uses a combination of recycled materials such as aluminum, steel, and stainless steel for its construction. Many like the fact it is made from recycled materials but it does come with an increased price.

I do recommend installing the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56040 when you install the receiver. This will give you a 4-way flat connector which is the most common connector found on small trailers you may tow. It will also allow you to use Auxiliary Lights # C53201 should your hitch mounted accessory impair the view of your tail lights.

expert reply by: Bud M