RV Smackdown - Best Small Class A Gas Motorhome

What's the best small class A gas RV? Which RV is perfect for me? We get these questions often...so we put it to the test in this RV Smackdown video. As part of our RV Shopper Series we've put four different Motorhomes head-to-head in this RV comparison to see which of these new RVs are the best! As always it's just our opinions, so please take it for what it's worth.
Here's what we reviewed:
Fleetwood Flair
Forest River FR3
Winnebago Vista
Thor ACE

Filmed on:
Sony NX30U
Canon 5dmkiii
Audio:
Sony Shotgun Mic (built-in)
RODE VidMic Pro (on canon)
Editing:
Adobe Premiere 6
Magic Bullet Looks

© Gone With the Wynns 2015

*we were not compensated by the dealerships nor are we affiliated in any way, if you want the full disclaimer please read the article.

[GrumpyOldMan]

Seriously, I love you guys.  You are fun and informative with great personalities that are easy to mentally engage with, without being with you personally.

[VTXrider]

We are in the market and looking, I have owned both an older bus and a current class C but want to downsize to a small class A. While on a cross country trip this last summer we had occasion to take the Forest River factory tour, I was impressed with the build quality of the FR3 and really like the 28DS over the 25DS due to the rear bedroom slide, added sofa with footrests, electric windshield shade and other standard stuff, like 3 way cameras, ducked AC, leveling jacks, and outside TV center. The only option I can see wanting is solar panels and inverter. The slides are a full 36" so side by side adds 6' to the width when parked on the 25ds, with the rear facing slide on the 28ds it only adds the 3' to the width. I have been in spots where a 14' wide coach would not fit. And there is only a $12, 000 premium on the 28ds over the 25ds and it seems to be a much better thought out design. Amazing what 3' can do. The 25ds is actually 26'6" overall and the 28ds is 29'8" Cute video by the way.

[takayama]

Jason, I like the rounded roof. I'm 6'2", but think it'd be tall enough. The reason I like rounded is I think that it will be better for strength and leaking issues. Water, snow, will more easily run off. I think.

[maxpower]

Pink dress, 4 thumbs up! Ive said it before and you guys still are way on top. Including the penalty points for the skipping, you both have overall video quality best of all Youtube. I know you are a photographer but i find vids a totes different animal and you are way good at it. In the next RV shootout i think the mechanical side should be part of ratings. I can change an accordion door but i cant change a junk Ford I beam suspension. You guys rock!

[laurielavallee]

Love your videos! Wish you were still concentrating on RV's but understand your pull towards new adventures! We just purchased a 2017 Flair 30U. Love the higher end quality features at a lower price point. Happy travels everyone!!!

[jdaisy]

Thank you so much for doing this series.  My husband and I have been in the market for about a year looking to buy our first RV.  We really enjoy your advice and hope one day soon to find the RV that fits all our families needs.

[Ellen]

Points for the skipping. There's always room for more fun in this world. Takes a lot of energy to be so upbeat and cheery, and your videos always give me a lift. Makes it easier to absorb the great information, too.

[richbarrett]

Y'all are just stinkin' cute, and we would watch pretty much any video you make at this point. Thanks for bringing RVing to a younger market. I like all your videos, but especially the "smackdowns, " like gas vs. diesel. I'd like to see more of those, that evaluate the pros/cons of a specific feature. For example, long vs. short wheelbase, mid-entry vs. front-entry. Or comparing strategies like towing vs. Uber or towing vs. rental cars. Keep it up! We're subscribers!

[DavidSmith-btqe]

To get all the best features in one motor coach the budget gets thrown right out the window so that leaves us with the compromise and deciding what features are the deal breakers.  I liked the last one you saw in North Texas the best.

[shizlnit]

I remember the days when a new class A would run 200k plus and there really were no "entry" level ones to speak of. I'm glad the industry has realised not everyone can afford or wants a 40' diesel monster.

[gonewiththewynns]

Hello Everyone, I wanted to answer a few similar questions:
Small Class A - This is the first of 4 videos, we will cover others in the next ones.
Class B and C - In the future we may do a comparison of these however there's a chance we may not since we've never traveled in one so we're not sure about the details.
We didn't cover every RV, we didn't cover every detail, this is not an in depth review, these are simply our top 3 likes and dislikes of our 4 selected RVs.

[Fred]

I been rocking my 97 Winnebago Brave....now that's a budget! I love it!

[irokradio]

Thanks guys, good comparison. I didn't know about the bed/slide in the FR3, that's a bummer.

[larryz]

The Flair was the one that caught my eye....very nice affordable coach.  Thanks for the reviews, you guys are AWESOME!

[mimmy]

Thank you for these videos! We've been eyeing the forester for about 6 months now, Think it's time we took it over an overnight :) 

[AnitaLife]

Good information! It's nice to get an idea of what to look for. Since you are full time RVers, you are a good resource. Thanks! Live your vids! You look grest!

[HARE]

Thanks for a great, fun, informative video!
Your video production is absolutely the best.
We are travel trailer types, but really enjoy seeing all these cool motorhomes.
We found our dream trailer in the 2014 Passport 23 RB by Keystone. Had it for a year now, and it is great to travel and camp in.
Looking forward to your next video.
Happy Camping!

[darrenedger]

Honestly, I like the last one the fair because of its price and features and I would take out that recliner and put in a small desk with a chair.

[Brianuyahoo]

Nice presentation, nice video & edit work and good humor. I give you guys three thumbs up. .. Oh, wait! How do I do that? I only have two thumbs! 😉

[ericm]

I enjoy your videos. I'm glad you did a video on small class a units. I'm interested in purchasing a small class a and customizing it for off grid boon docking during the winter season this upcoming year. I have a Geo tracker 4x4 convertible for a tow behind, and I would like to add solar and composting toilet to the class A.. My plan is to be able to stay for 7-10 days off grid in a national park etc, and then staying a night or two in a resort to recharge with hookups. I also purchased a soda stream and absolutely love it!! Any suggestions would greatly be appreciated. Thanks