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There are more mover options on the market now than ever before, and that can make choosing the right one feel complicated. The good news is that the decision usually comes down to four key questions about how you use your caravan. Once you answer those, the right mover tends to pick itself.

Here is the full breakdown to help you make a confident, informed decision.

Question 1: How Often Do You Need to Move Your Van?

Daily or very regular use: a fixed mover like PowrTouch is the better choice. It is always ready, requires no attachment or setup, and is purpose-built for frequent deployment. Get in the habit of arriving at a campsite and positioning perfectly every time without breaking a sweat.

Occasional use, mostly at home or storage: a removable mover like the Robot Trolley gives you what you need without permanent installation. Attach it when you need it, store it when you do not.

Question 2: Do You Have More Than One Vehicle to Move?

If you also have a boat trailer, horse float or equipment trailer, the Robot Trolley makes strong financial and practical sense. One unit moves all of them. A fixed mover is van-specific. If versatility matters to your situation, the Robot Trolley wins this comparison outright.

Question 3: What Is the Weight and Axle Configuration of Your Van?

For single axle caravans under 2,000kg, either system works well. The PowrTouch Evolution single axle handles this range comfortably, as does the Robot Trolley 2500RS and above.

For twin axle caravans, you need a twin axle fixed mover for proper control on a PowrTouch setup. The Robot Trolley 4500 and 4500RS models handle heavier twin axle vans from the A-frame position. Discuss your specific van weight with us before purchase if you are in the heavier end of the range.

Question 4: What Does Your Storage or Parking Situation Look Like?

Tight residential driveway: either works, but PowrTouch gives you instant positioning without any attachment process.

Shared storage facility or yard with multiple vehicles: Robot Trolley is highly practical. One unit, one remote, multiple vehicles.

Sloped access or gravel surfaces: both handle these. The Robot Trolley track system gives exceptional traction on many common surfaces. PowrTouch works via the van's own tyres, which are designed for exactly those surfaces.

Still not sure which is right for you? Call or email the RV Supplies team and we will talk it through. We stock both PowrTouch and Robot Trolley and can help you match the right system to your van, your budget and how you travel. Browse the full mover range now at rvsupplies.co.nz.