The beauty of RVs is that most of them are freestanding homes that have four wheels and one motor. With any living arrangement, it is important to have the tools and amenities to live a normal life, such as appliances.
Appliances play a key role in how enjoyable your RV and travel experiences are, so it’s important to be scrupulous about their purpose, design, and function. Living in a bigger world is better, but that’s not always true, especially in the world of RVs and even more so with appliances.
How to know what appliances you need to travel in a motorhome
Of course, the answer to this question will depend on a large number of things. Here are some follow-up questions that can help you determine which appliances will be useful and which ones are likely to collect dust.
- What is the average time the RV will use? Weekends Weeks? Full time ?
- How many people will there be in the RV?
- Where are you planning to take the RV? Is hot? Cold?
- How much do you need the comforts of your creature or do you prefer to rough it?
- Will you be staying in utility trailer parks or dry camping?
Answering those questions and more can help you better decide if an appliance is a need, a want, or you could do without. If you’re in an RV for weeks, you probably need a larger refrigerator compared to weekend getaways. If you plan to travel in the summer, you probably want an air conditioning unit.
If trying to calculate all the appliances you might need or want seems a bit daunting, divide the RV into sections like appliances in the living room, appliances in the kitchen, etc. Going from area to area will give you better details and a good idea of what type of appliances is best for you.
Think about the appliances you want for your RV
A lot of RVs are about leaving superfluous amenities behind and hitting the road, but come on, we’re human and we like our stuff. There may be some appliances that you want but don’t need, such as a dishwasher, washer, and dryer. The decision to get an RV with an appliance that you want more than you need is a personal decision. Use questions like the ones above to get a better idea of what is a need versus a want, and what would be better without you.
Choose types and brands
Some people can swear by one type of microwave, while others discard it as garbage. Like your appliance, the type and brands of the appliance are a personal decision, up to the person you ask. In the case of brands and types, it is best to do your homework. Look for different brands and use customer testimonials to assess the review and usefulness of the product. It is also useful if you talk to other RVers.
If you are not around many other RVers, jump on the forums and ask about the different types and brands, people will generally rate personal accounts and reviews. If you are too indecisive, you don’t need to panic, most RVs come with types of appliances and brands already chosen for you. In most cases, the appliances will fit the RV in which they are included.
The bottom line
To summarize, make a list of the VR devices you need and want, then move on from there. Go section by section in your RV if necessary. Talk to other RVers and visit forums to get an idea of what brands and types of appliances would be helpful to you. With your RV appliances on board, you’re ready to live the good RV life.
