Grand Design Travel Trailers - Teardrop reviews

Probably one of the best built travel trailers I have ever owned. The build design along with the spacious floor plan makes this a number one choice of travel trailers. In our 40+ years of camping experience, the Grand Design and Winnebago always stood out as top choices when looking for a new RV. Grand Design sure did everything right. Show less

Like many others here, we did A LOT of research before purchasing a toy hauler. We understand that most RV's are poorly built (somehow this industry gets away with it year after year with little to no consequence) so we decided to spend the extra money and we purchased our Grand Design 21G in December 2020 based on many reviews which indicated Grand Design was better than most brands. Oooops. Nope. This is definitely NOT the case. Without listing the massive amount of problems and issues we've experienced with this overpriced piece of trash, and after over 9 trips to the dealership "service department" (LOLOL "service") and over 27 months of our trailer sitting in this "service department" while the so-called "technicians" just make things even worse, we've hired an attorney and we are pursuing a lemon law buyback. (why aren't more of you doing this???) This trailer is easily the biggest disappointment of a purchase we've ever made in our lives, and we aren't going to let them get away with it. We suggest more of you do the same. Grand Design is just as big, or in our case, an even bigger piece of junk than any of the others. Their customer service? Yeah, they put on a decent enough show at first, but when push comes to shove, they're the typical spineless dirty weasels who know they built and sold garbage. Show less

We looked forever at floor plans trying to find one that would work for teens or adult children. So many have little bunks where they get inside a tube to sleep. Our kids are older so we knew this would not work. We also wanted a big enough floor plan that we could sit inside during inclement weather. I wasn’t initially looking for an island or a fireplace but can tell you that I do love both. This unit has so much storage which is something people complain about often. I love that it sleeps six adults easily. Another thing is that we can all watch one TV together. So often the bunk areas can’t easily view the TV and with this floor plan we can all watch the TV easily. We have had no issues with our unit other than some very small cosmetic things. One of the reasons that attracted us to the Grand Design brand was that they have a really good reputation for a quality unit. I think during Covid when they were making units as fast as they could go (unit years 2021 and 2022) the build quality maybe wasn’t quite as good. We did have an RV inspection done by a third-party before we brought our unit home and I would pay for that again. It gave us peace of mind that all the things worked like they were supposed to before we took it out. It’s a heavy camper so we made sure we had a tow vehicle that could handle the weight. The only thing I wish it had it doesn’t was a king size bed other than that this camper has been perfect. we’ve said many times we’re glad we didn’t buy some of the other floorplans we were looking at because we would have wanted to trade them in already. Show less

SOLID LITTLE TRAILER FOR THE PRICE. HAS EVERYTHING ONE NEEDS, NOTHING ONE DOES NOT! EVERYTHING WORKS AS IT SHOULD. ITS NOT FANCY BUT ITS A GOOD LITTLE TRAILER AND EASY TO PULL. I UPGRADED IT CONSIDERABLY FOR MY PERSONAL USE. I DO MY OWN INSTALLATIONS AND ANY NEEDED REPAIRS. THE SO CALLED OLD SCHOOL WATER HEATER IS STILL THE BEST. PROPANE OR ELECTRIC FAST RECOVERY SUBURBANS STILL OPERATE BETTER THAN ANY TANKLESS! I HAD A JAYCO WITH TANKLESS AND IT WAS SO SLOW TO RECEIVE HOT WATER! TANKLESS WASTE WATER WAITING FOR IT TO GET HOT! I HEAR THEY FREEZE UP IN VERY COLD WEATHER. BEST OF ALL, THIS TRAILER IS A TRUE 4 SEASON UNIT. IT GOT DOWN TO 11 DEGREES AND NO FREEZE UP. I DID HAVE A HEATED HOSE WORKING ALSO. FOR THE PRICE, ALOT OF BANG FOR THE BUCK! NO RV IS PERFECT! EVEN THE HIGH END ONES! Show less

I've had a Grand Design Transcend Xplor 261BH, and I couldn’t be happier with this travel trailer! From the moment we stepped inside, it felt like a perfect blend of comfort, practicality, and quality—everything my family and I were looking for in a home away from home. The layout is fantastic, especially for a family. With a spacious queen bed up front for the adults and double-size bunk beds in the rear, there’s plenty of room for everyone to sleep comfortably. My kids absolutely love having their own little bunk area—it’s like their personal hideout, which makes bedtime a breeze. The trailer sleeps up to 9, so we’ve even had space for friends or extended family to join us on trips. The kitchen is a standout feature for me. It’s well-equipped with a deep stainless steel sink, residential countertops, and plenty of storage, making meal prep super easy whether we’re cooking inside or using the outdoor kitchen. Speaking of which, the outdoor kitchen has been a game-changer—grilling burgers while enjoying the fresh air just adds to the camping experience. Cleanup is quick too, leaving us more time to relax. Storage is another huge plus. This trailer has so much space for all our gear, clothes, and essentials, yet it still feels open and uncluttered inside. The build quality really shines through—everything feels solid and sturdy, from the hardwood drawer fronts to the upgraded residential furniture. It’s clear that Grand Design put a lot of thought into making this trailer both functional and durable. Towing has been a breeze with our half-ton truck, and the power tongue jack makes setup at the campsite quick and stress-free. The heated and enclosed underbelly is a nice touch too, giving us confidence that we can extend our camping season without worrying about the weather. We’ve only had it for a short time, but so far, it’s exceeded our expectations. The attention to detail, like the USB ports throughout and the Bluetooth stereo with exterior speakers, just adds to the overall enjoyment. It’s the little things that make this trailer feel special. If you’re in the market for a reliable, family-friendly travel trailer that’s built to last, I can’t recommend the Transcend Xplor 261BH enough—it’s been an absolute joy to own! Show less

This is the perfect family RV. It's light enough to be easily towed and the whole family can spend time together in this great travel trailer. We enjoyed that at 27 feet we could fit into almost any RV spot at least 30 ft and still have plenty of room. There is plenty of storage space and we enjoyed the outside cooktop, where we could make meals outdoors while camping. One of the best features of this RV was the keyless entry. So, every member of our family had access without needing to have their own set of keys. This RV is an all-around perfect RV for a family that enjoys camping and sightseeing together. Show less

This is the third camper we have purchased for our family. We switched to Grand Design because of all the great things we have heard about them. This camper has been nothing but a nightmare. We purchased it brand new. After our first trip, the glass entry door shattered. It took about 3 months to replace it. The dealer did install a temporary door so the summer wasn't wasted. Then, the exterior ladder pulled out of sidewall, interior panels started popping off the walls, the back garage wall was not securely fastened to the side walls, and one of the bolts on the garage door broke off. It turns out it was missing multiple studs and backers. Grand Design told us to take it to the dealer for warranty repairs. That was an epic fail. The dealer did more damage to everything they touched and took multiple shortcuts. We complained and Grand Design said they would fix it. We just got the camper back and not only did they make more damage, but they also cut corners and failed to fix everything. You can see daylight through the panels by the nightstands, the entertainment cabinet is scratched, marred, and damaged. Nothing was resealed or even replaced. We reached back out to Grand Design and they told us to take it back to the dealer for warranty work. That is where we are now. Standby for updates. Show less

Great RV for a small family. Has a queen size bed and a bunk beds. Plenty of walking room and a full bathroom. My family and I have enjoyed this RV. Plenty of storage and easy to tow with a midsize truck. I added an anti-sway hitch that made towing very easy and tress free. Show less

Excellent floorplan - especially for the size. Easy to tow. This towable trailer has the best floorplan - using the space well and with lots of storage. We have enjoyed our trailer. The bathroom is full size with 2 doors so you can close it off from the bedroom as well as the main living space. The kitchen spans the width of the trailer and is huge. Show less

GREAT LITTLE TRAILER! EVERYTHING ONE NEEDS, NOTHING ONE DOES NOT! LIKE WITH KIDS.... BIG KIDS, BIG PROBLEMS! BIG TRAILERS...BIG PROBLEMS! SMALL AND UNCOMPLICATED IS BEST! SIMPLE LAYOUT AND COMPACT. GREAT TRAILER FOR A SINGLE OR A COUPLE STILL IN LOVE! AND ITS 4 SEASON WITH SEALED HEATED UNDERBELLY. TRADITIONALLY BUILT BUT GOOD ENOUGH. I HAVE UPGRADED THIS TRAILER CONSIDERABLY AND MADE IT EVEN MORE COMFORTABLE. BUT FOR THE PRICE, STOCK ITS GOOD TO GO! EASY TO TOW AND PLENTY OF COMPARTMENT SPACE. ONLY ISSUE I HAD WAS LEAKING WATER HEATER OUT OF THE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE. I REPLACED VALVE WITH AN UPGRADED ONE AND DOUBLE TAPED THE THREADS.. AT SAME TIME, I REPLACED ANODE ROD. A/C WORKS GREAT AND 20,000 BTU HEATER KEEPS IT WARM EVEN DOWN TO 17 DEGREES. AND NO FREEZE UP! ALOT OF BANG FOR THE BUCK! Show less