Trying to decide between this and the Offgrid Expedition
Hey Jseda3g
I was in the same conundrum a few weeks ago. After much back and forth, I wrote pro and con lists, many YouTube videos and blogs, read many other trailer manufacturers' websites, and rented Expedition Trailer. These are a few of my findings.
Both these triallers are similar in design, materials, price, and equipment.
I am not an expert on suspensions, but the Cruisemaster on XT seems much more robust, heavy-duty, and capable compared to Pando's Evolution Series Suspension.
Pando has 360 degree Maxcoupler Hitch. The Cruisemaster 360-degree Hitch on XT seems to me much more robust, heavy-duty, and capable again.
Pando has single-pane slide windows, XT has artic dual-pane acrylic windows with built-in screens and blackout shade. There is no light leakage and no additional purchase or storage of black-put curtains.
XT has one 30-gallon tank compared to 2 tanks on Pando, 14gal and 19gal, and I am not switching or filling multiple tanks. The water fill port is on the side of XT.
The small galley fridge makes no sense; going to the front of the trailer while cooking. Running two separate fridges causes more drains on batteries.
Loss of storage space, putting the same Truma Fridge in front of the trailer.
Total Height XT is 80.5" compared to Pando 83" -
Total width XT is 84" compared to Pando 89"
Overall, XT dry weight is 2100 lbs. Tounge weight 210
Overall, 3.0 dry weight is 2200 lbs. Tounge weight 300
Overall, XT Length 192" - Overall, 3.0 Length 166"
The XT's weight, height, and width are lower overall, making a difference on some back roads, driveways, or garages, where a few inches make a difference in getting through.
Pando has one rear 2" tow hitch, XT has rear and front with room to carry bikes, motorcycle or additional Storage box.
XT has brake handle to encage trailer brakes, makes moving around trailer easier, Pando does not have option
Standard equipment like 100w Solar panel, Proplex heater, interior Shelf, 8'x8' Side Awning, Full-Size Spare Tire, and Stabilizer jacks are all options on Pando
Boreas are made in USA, Off Grid Trailers are manufactured in Canada
Off Grid Trailers have many options for add-ons and pricing ,But the add-ons to equip it to Boreas XT base price are over my budget on already expensive small trailers.
After all my findings I decided and I went with Boreas XT. I picked it up on March 25, 2024, It hadles like a dream even over Colorado's moutian passes in heavy snow fall. Everyone has there needs and wants and limitations, The Boreas XT is exactley what I need. Checks all my boxes to facialate my outdoor adventuring.
I hope this helps you or anyone else who is considering to invest in a off road trialer to expand thier outdoor adventures.