What is the best fifth wheel hitch brand?

There is no single best brand. B&W is known for premium build quality and the Companion/Turnoverball system. CURT has the widest range and is the easiest to find. Reese/Draw-Tite has the longest history in towing. PullRite specializes in automatic sliding hitches. The best brand depends on your budget, truck setup, and priorities.

Is B&W better than CURT for fifth wheel hitches?

B&W hitches are generally higher quality with better fit and finish. CURT has the wider range and is easier to find. Both brands are safe and reliable. Don't assume CURT is the cheaper one: in September 2026 etrailer listed the B&W Companion for less than the comparable CURT A20, so compare the exact hitch for your truck.

Which fifth wheel hitch brand is the best value?

No brand is always the cheapest, so compare the exact hitch for your truck. In September 2026 etrailer listed the B&W Companion for less than the comparable CURT A20, in both rail-mount and Ford puck-mount form. If you just want the lowest-priced new puck hitch, CURT's E16 is about as low as it goes, but it uses a slide-bar jaw that leaves more play than a dual-jaw hitch.

Are PullRite hitches worth the extra money?

PullRite is best known for the SuperGlide, an automatic sliding hitch that slides back on its own for tight turns and returns to the towing position. If you have a short bed truck and tow frequently, the convenience of an auto-slide hitch can be worth the premium. On a long bed you likely don't need an auto-slider; PullRite's fixed Super 5th is the model aimed at long beds.

Which brand makes the best automatic sliding hitch?

PullRite's SuperGlide is the best-known automatic sliding fifth wheel hitch: it slides during turns without you getting out of the truck. Demco's Autoslide is the other automatic option. Most other sliders, including B&W's and CURT's, are manual, so you release them and move the truck to slide them.

How do Reese and Draw-Tite fifth wheel hitches compare?

Reese and Draw-Tite are both owned by the same parent company (Cequent/Horizon Global). Reese is positioned as the premium brand with more features, while Draw-Tite offers budget-friendly options. The underlying engineering is similar, so Draw-Tite can be a smart value play.

Brand Comparison

Written by a towing industry expert Updated October 2026

The short answer: A side-by-side breakdown of the top fifth wheel hitch brands — quality, price, and who they're best for.

The Big Picture

All major brands make quality hitches that will safely tow your trailer. The differences are in features, price points, and what each brand specializes in. There's no universally "best" brand — just the best fit for your needs.

B&W Trailer Hitches

Premium

Made in USA • Known for: Companion & Turnoverball

B&W is a family-owned company from Kansas. They're known for innovative designs and premium build quality. The Companion (puck-mount) and Patriot (rail-mount) are popular choices.

Strengths

• Excellent build quality
• Turnoverball gooseneck system
• Great customer service
• Lifetime warranty
• Made in USA

Considerations

• Premium pricing
• Limited auto-slider options

Popular models: Companion (puck), Patriot 18K (rail), Companion Slider

Price range: $800 - $2,000+

CURT Manufacturing

Widest Range

Wide selection • Known for: A-Series & PowerRide

CURT makes a huge range of towing products, and its hitches are easy to find almost anywhere. The A-Series comes in rail-mount and puck-mount versions, the E16 is its entry-level puck hitch, and the PowerRide handles trailers up to 30,000 lb.

Strengths

• Competitive pricing
• Wide product selection
• Easy to find/buy
• Roller option reduces friction

Considerations

• Some overseas manufacturing
• More basic designs

Popular models: A-Series (A16, A20, A25), E16, PowerRide

Price range: $500 - $1,500

Reese / Draw-Tite

Established

Industry veteran • Known for: Goose Box & Sidewinder pin box

Reese has been in the towing business for decades. They offer everything from budget to premium options. Also known for the Sidewinder rotating pin box (sold earlier as the Revolution).

Strengths

• Wide dealer network
• Budget to premium options
• Sidewinder pin box (formerly Revolution)
• Goose Box gooseneck pin box

Considerations

• Brand complexity (Reese/Draw-Tite)
• Quality varies by product line

Popular models: Goose Box, Elite Series, Select Series

Price range: $400 - $1,800

Reese's Goose Box is the name most people know in gooseneck pin boxes, but it has company now — CURT, Gen-Y, MORryde, B&W and Shocker all build one. See the gooseneck pin box comparison.

PullRite

Specialist

Short bed specialist • Known for: SuperGlide auto-slider

PullRite is famous for the SuperGlide — an automatic sliding hitch that's a favorite among short bed truck owners. They also make the ISR Series for standard rail-mount applications.