Our Favorite Hard Sided Pop Up Campers 2025

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Last Updated on September 5, 2024 by Paul Clayton

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Our Favorite Hard Sided Pop Up Campers

No matter how big an RV you need or can afford, you are probably limited by certain size constraints. And due to a shortage of storage space, not everyone can get the RV they genuinely need.

Hard-sided pop-up campers offer a little workaround around this problem.

Sacrificing a little headroom, pop-up campers are excellent for storage efficiency. Fold the roof down, and you have much more room to work in your garage.

We decided to showcase our favorite hard-sided pop-up campers to show that these campers can be no less convenient and comfortable than other RV types.

Key Takeaway

The document explores the advantages of hard-sided pop-up campers and provides details and comparisons of different models.

Summary

- Hard-sided pop-up campers are a space-saving solution for those who cannot store a large RV.
- They compromise size and comfort, with some sacrificing headroom for better storage.
- The document lists seven different hard-sided campers, including Forest River Rockwood A214HW, Forest River Rockwood A213HW, Aliner Camper Classic, Flagstaff Camper T21DMHW, Aliner Camper Expedition, Aliner Scout-Lite, and Aliner Ranger 10.
- The Forest River Rockwood A214HW is the most feature-rich camper on the list, with a full bathroom and the biggest bed, but it is also the heaviest and most expensive.
- Forest River Rockwood A213HW offers a similar layout to A214HW but with a smaller bed and more dining space. It lacks a shower but has a toilet.
- Aliner campers are generally lighter and more compact. Aliner Classic offers good sleeping space for a smaller camper but lacks an indoor bathroom.
- The document concludes by mentioning Flagstaff Camper T21DMHW, highlighting its features but not mentioning specific details.

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1. Forest River Rockwood A214HW

Forest River’s hard-side pop-up camper series is rather popular out there. One of their lines is Rockwood, the top floorplan of which – A214HW – we chose for today’s overview.

As the Rockwood series’s top floorplan, A214HW offers the best comfort and amenities. Likewise, it is the priciest, so one must have a budget.

The HW in the floorplan name stands for “High Wall.” As the name suggests, the HW floorplans have taller walls than the non-HW variants. They are 5 feet 8 inches high, while non-HW variants are 5 feet 1 inch high.

On the other hand, the A214HW is also the heaviest camper on the line, weighing 2,700 pounds. It is nearly 700 pounds heavier than the smallest floorplan on the line and up to 200 pounds heavier than other HW floorplans.

The A214HW is 20 feet 10 inches long, and compared to the shorter floorplans in the Rockwood line, it has more room for amenities. Namely, it has a large 60 x 80-inch bed, while the shorter floorplans have 50 x 80-inch beds. This may seem minor, but it will matter to some people.

The A214HW floorplan stands out because it is the only floorplan with an interior shower and toilet. A213HW only has a toilet, while the rest of the floorplans don’t have any bathrooms inside.

On the other hand, the A214HW has to sacrifice some dining areas for the bathroom. In other HW floorplans, more area is allocated to the dining space.

However, the Rockwood A214HW is the best in the line in terms of overall functionality and comfort.

2. Forest River Rockwood A213HW

The Forest River Rockwood camper series. The A213HW again has three high-wall and two non-high-wall floorplans, with the two lines being somewhat similar, if not identical.

We decided to pick the A213HW floorplan to overview for a little more variety. The A213HW floorplan has a layout very similar to that of the A214HW, but we chose a different one.

So, there are three differences that we would like to pinpoint between these two floorplans.

First, the Rockwood A213HW has two twin 30 x 74-inch beds instead of one 60 x 80-inch flip-up. Thus, you get slightly less sleep overall, though this camper still has two areas.

The second difference is in the dining area. The A213HW camper has a 30 x 81-inch dinette. Plus, one of the sofas in the Rockwood camper is longer, so there is more room for dinner overall.

The third difference is a rather big one. The A213HW floorplan’s bathroom only has a toilet and no shower, which may matter to some. However, Forest River still includes an outside shower with a water heater and other necessary accessories.

A minor difference is that the A213HW camper is the lightest Rockwood camper.

In the end, while the differences between the Rockwood campers may seem minor, they will matter to some people.

3. Aliner Camper Classic

Aliner offers several great hard-sided pop-up campers, and Classic is just one of them. Measuring 15 feet in length and weighing just 1,590 pounds, the Classic is a relatively compact and light camper, though it isn’t the most miniature model.

When dealing with a camper of such a small size, you receive less comfort and amenities than you would from a large camper.

For example, the Classic Camper lacks an interior bathroom, which is typical for the size. Aliner still includes an outside shower with this camper, but an indoor bathroom is a must-have for some people.

On the other hand, this camper does have plenty of sleeping space. It has a 60 x 76-inch rear bed and a 44 x 76-inch front bed/dinette. This sleeping space is good enough for at least three people, maybe four if you travel with children.

Besides that, this camper looks similar to the other campers on our list. Most importantly, it has a fully equipped kitchen that is no less functional than the kitchens in most larger camper models.

4. Flagstaff Camper T21DMHW

The Flagstaff T21DMHW HARD SIDE HIGH WALL camper is a top-tier recreational vehicle that provides a blend of functionality, comfort, and durability. This camper has a 12 Volt Water Pump and Torsion EZ Lube Axles, ensuring smooth and efficient operation. The kitchen area features a 3-burner Indoor Range with a Cover and a Microwave, providing all the cooking facilities you need on your travels.

The camper also comes solar-prepped with an on-frame battery box and wiring, a 30 Amp detachable power cord, and a 35 Amp converter. An array of LED ceiling lights brightens the interior, which boasts raised panel cabinet doors and wood drawers with full-extension metal guides.

The doors and drawers feature positive latches and catches for secure storage. Interior floor lights add a touch of elegance, while the durable diamond plate front enhances the camper’s robustness. The camper’s exterior is outfitted with a fiberglass laminated roof, electric brakes, and four stabilizer jacks with sand pads for added stability.

The Flagstaff T21DMHW HARD SIDE HIGH WALL camper also includes an installed step, a large folding entry door grab handle, and a courtesy light on the front for easy access. An outside griddle, perfect for outdoor cooking or entertainment, enhances the exterior features. These combined features make the Flagstaff T21DMHW HARD SIDE HIGH WALL camper an ideal choice for any camping enthusiast looking for a reliable and well-equipped travel companion.

5. Aliner Camper Expedition

For those who can’t live without the more advanced amenities, the Aliner Expedition camper is probably a more suitable option. At first glance, the Classic and Expedition seem identical, but there are some significant differences.

The first and most crucial difference is that this camper is 18 feet long, 3 feet longer than the Classic. As a result, it has more room for other amenities besides the bed, dinette, and kitchen stuff that the Classic has.

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The optional toilet is the most significant addition to the Expedition’s amenity list. Although this model still lacks an interior shower, a toilet is a big plus for this camper.

The increased floor space also allows for twin beds in the back. Like the Classic, this camper still has a sofa bed and single big bed options, but some people may prefer the twin bed option.

The last notable advantage of the increased length of the trailer is that it has more interior room.

Another difference that should be noted about the Expedition camper is that it has an off-road axle by default. The Classic camper has a standard axle, though an off-road axle is available. For off-roading, the Expedition may be a much better option.

6. Aliner Scout-Lite

The Aliner Scout-Lite is yet another compact Aliner camper on our list. This one is noticeably more compact than the Aliner Classic camper we reviewed at the beginning.

This camper measures 13 feet long, 2 feet shorter than the Classic. It weighs just 1,180 pounds—270 pounds lighter than the Classic—making it the lightest camper on our list. Those with limited storage areas and vehicles with low towing capacity would probably like what the Scout-Lite offers.

The Scout-Lite camper has the fewest amenities compared to the previous two Aliner campers and all the others on the list. This may sound bad comparatively, but Aliner included everything possible in its limited space.

As a result, this camper comes with a 30 x 75-inch bunk, a dinette, a dinette sofa that converts to a 40 x 76-inch bed, a smaller non-convertible sofa, and a sink. Aliner decided not to equip the Scout-Lite camper with any kitchen equipment, which distinguished it from the rest of the campers on the list quite a bit.

This camper is more suitable for short trips where you don’t need to prepare food. In addition, it may serve as a supplementary RV to your central unit in case you need more sleeping space.

So if your needs match these criteria, the Scout-Lite camper may be quite a good option.

7. Aliner Ranger 10

The last camper on our list, the Ranger 10, is very similar in size to the Scout-Lite camper we’ve just examined—it is just 4 inches shorter. However, there are some much more significant differences that we want to discuss.

The one crucial difference that sets the Ranger 10 camper apart from the Scout-Lite is that it has kitchen equipment, including a small 3-way 1.9-cubic-foot refrigerator and a two-burner stove.

This means that the Ranger 10 camper, even smaller than the Scout-Lite, can be used as a standalone RV unit no matter how long your trip is. It won’t deliver as much comfort and room as larger campers, but it still is a great camper for those who don’t need more.

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Another notable difference in this camper is that it has an outside shower. Aliner doesn’t include one with the Scout-Lite, which again testifies that it isn’t entirely meant to be a standalone RV unit.

Surprisingly, the Ranger 10 isn’t much heavier than the Scout-Lite. Weighing 1,225 pounds, it is just 45 pounds heavier.

Other than that, the Scout-Lite and the Ranger floorplans are similar. At least, the dual-bunk floorplan of the Ranger 10 is—there is another floorplan with the dinette in the rear and just one convertible bed.

If you need self-sufficiency with a small footprint, the Aliner Ranger 10 is a good option.

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