Popularity of automatic caravan levelling systems revealed

When you arrive at your chosen pitch after a long journey, getting your caravan level is one of the first tasks before you can truly relax. While many still use spirit levels and wheel chocks, automatic levelling systems can do the job in minutes, stabilising your caravan at the touch of a button. But do many caravanners have one fitted?

In our recent community poll we asked caravanners: Do you have an automatic levelling system on your caravan?

The automatic caravan levelling system results

After 362 votes, the popularity of automatic caravan levelling systems was split – here’s how caravanners responded:

44% said yes – they’ve invested in an automatic levelling system.
42% said no – they’re sticking with traditional caravan levelling methods.

14% said they are considering an automatic caravan levelling system – but cost and weight are key factors.

Your comments about automatic caravan levelling systems

An automatic levelling is a game-changer for many caravanners, providing stability and convenience. However, cost, weight, and potential maintenance issues mean it’s not for everyone. We have previously featured a review of the E&P LevelSystem for caravans.

Many of you shared your experiences with an automatic caravan levelling system, both the benefits and the potential downsides. Here’s what some of you had to say:

Doug Mackie bought a Coachman Laser with the E&P system as standard: “It’s easy and quick to use, but I do worry about what would happen if the jacks failed to lower,” he added.

Robert Byrne has also had an E&P system from new: “It’s great, but on a sloped pitch, you have to switch to manual mode,” he commented. “It’s frustrating that you can’t put the jacks down one at a time when using chocks.”

Matthew Butler’s Buccaneer Commodore came with an automatic levelling system. “It’s a luxury I now wouldn’t be without!” said Matthew. “But for previous caravans, the extra cost and weight would have put me off. Manufacturers should consider making these standard on high-end models.”

Trevor Dixon said automatic levelling was “great for us older caravanners” and Conan Lewis said the the benefits of an automatic levelling system included easier fitting of Al-Ko wheel locks, better stability, improved bed comfort, fridge operation, and waste drainage.

John Atkinson said he had an after-market system fitted in 2018: “It’s made our twin-axle VIP 675 much firmer and makes fitting Al-Ko wheel locks much easier.”

Robert Davie told us he had thought about fitting one, but thought the cost outweighs the benefits and Dave Cox said: “Most levelling systems use four hydraulic rams, which makes them expensive. Two rams on the axle for side-to-side levelling, combined with a jockey wheel for front-to-back, could be a cheaper alternative.”

Andrew said they’ve caravanned for years and have had no trouble levelling up manually. “Since switching to a motorhome, we’ve found ramps to be a nightmare. An article comparing different levelling systems and costs would be really useful.” See our new motorhome levelling system gear guide Andrew!

Thanks to everyone who voted and commented.