10 Best Trailer Brake Controllers 2024

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Reese Towpower 8508211 Brake Control (Proportional BRAKE-EVN) – ⭐ Best Overall Trailer Brake Controller

8508211 by Reese

  • Release date: 10/10/2016
  • Weight: 0.48 pounds
  • Dimensions: 0 x 0 x 0 inches
Reese Towpower 8508211 Brake Control (Proportional BRAKE-EVN)
  • 1-4 Axle capacity
  • Boost feature gives ability to apply more initial trailer braking
  • Reverse battery protection
  • No leveling required
  • Diagnostics features incorporated in easy to read LED display

REESE Towpower 8507111 Brakeman IV Digital Brake Control

8507111 by Reese

  • Release date: 11/06/2015
  • Color: Regular
  • Weight: 0.35 pounds
  • Dimensions: 0 x 0 x 0 inches
  • Warranty: Lifetime
REESE Towpower 8507111 Brakeman IV Digital Brake Control
  • INSTALLS QUICKLY: This 100% solid-state electronic with a small compact design mounts in any direction, no leveling required. Pre-wired plug-and-play feature allows for quick and easy connection to 2-, 4-, 6- and 8- brake systems.
  • ADJUSTS EASILY: Two separate easy push-button adjustment controls (output and sync) allow for not only different trailer weights (output) but also the speed of activation (sync) depending on your driving style.
  • DIGITAL DISPLAY: Bright and prominent digital display clearly indicates the output setting, sync setting, brake overload or short connection.
  • SAFE & SECURE: This device includes advanced internal circuit protection to help prevent damage and is for use on 12-volt negative ground systems only. Includes a limited lifetime warranty.

Tekonsha 90160 Primus IQ Electronic Brake Control

90160 by Tekonsha

  • Release date: 12/09/2014
  • Color: Silver
  • Weight: 1.25 pounds
  • Dimensions: 4.5 x 2.5 x 8.5 inches
  • Warranty: Lifetime
Tekonsha 90160 Primus IQ Electronic Brake Control
  • Utilizes Plug-N-Play port for 2-plug adapters
  • Self-diagnostics features will illuminate LED readout when issues occur
  • Works proportionally in reverse
  • Includes a Boost feature
  • Snap-in dash mounting clip and hardware included

Tekonsha 90195 P3 Electronic Brake Control

90195 by Tekonsha

  • Release date: 12/09/2014
  • Color: silver
  • Weight: 1.32 pounds
  • Dimensions: 4.5 x 3 x 10.6 inches
  • Warranty: Lifetime
Tekonsha 90195 P3 Electronic Brake Control
  • A distinct, easy-to-read LCD display with multiple screen color options, displays in English, French or Spanish
  • Diagnostics show output current, battery, brake, and output voltage and warning system alerts to No Trailer Brake situations
  • Boost feature allows for different levels of customized braking, select Electric over Hydraulic or Electric trailer brake mode
  • Integrated Plug-N-Play port for 2-plug adapters and Snap-in mounting clip allows user to remove and store the control when not in use
  • Compact, dash-hugging design. Electric trailer brake control for up to 4 braking axles.

CURT 51180 Echo Mobile Electric Trailer Brake Controller with Bluetooth-Enabled – 👑 Premium Pick

51180 by CURT

  • Color: BLACK PLASTIC
  • Dimensions: 0 x 0 x 0 inches
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime
CURT 51180 Echo Mobile Electric Trailer Brake Controller with Bluetooth-Enabled
  • PORTABLE. The Echo trailer brake controller has a non-invasive install and is easily transferrable from one vehicle to another. It plugs into any 7-way connector, wirelessly links to your smartphone using Bluetooth
  • SMARTPHONE-READY. The Echo brake controller wirelessly syncs with Apple or Android smartphone, turning it into a brake controller interface with the Smart Control app (Warning: Avoid distracted driving. Only make adjustments when vehicle is stationary)
  • ZERO-TOOL INSTALL. Installing this aftermarket trailer brake controller is as easy as plugging in a 7-way trailer wiring connector. It requires no tools, no extra wires and no hardware. A locking tab and strap keep it firmly connected
  • HIGHLY RESPONSIVE. Echo uses a triple-axis accelerometer to provide smooth, safe braking. It maintains responsive braking, even when your phone screen is locked, receives incoming calls or if the Bluetooth connection is lost
  • VERSATILE. This electronic trailer brake controller easily transfers between vehicles and trailers and works on virtually any trailer with 1 to 2 axles (2 to 4 brakes). It is also fully compatible with cruise control, anti-lock brakes, low-voltage systems

CURT 51110 Venturer Electric Trailer Brake Controller – 💲 Best Budget Trailer Brake Controller

51110 by CURT

  • Color: Black
  • Weight: 0.5 pounds
  • Dimensions: 8 x 2 x 5 inches
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime
CURT 51110 Venturer Electric Trailer Brake Controller
  • RELIABLE SAFETY. The Venturer electric trailer brake controller offers safe, dependable operation, increasing trailer brake pressure as you depress the vehicle brake pedal and bringing the vehicle and trailer to a smooth stop
  • EASY TO USE. This trailer brake controller features an easy-to-read, ramp-up LED display to monitor brake operation. It also has a simple, reliable design with no internal moving parts and no leveling required
  • POWERFUL. The simple controls of the Venturer brake controller enable powerful brake operation, featuring a manual brake slider button, an adjustable power toggle and adjustable ramp time
  • VERSATILE. You can use this electric trailer brake controller on virtually any trailer with 1 to 3 axles (2 to 6 brakes). It is also fully compatible with cruise control, anti-lock brakes, low-voltage systems and PWM systems
  • SIMPLE SETUP. This electric brake controller quickly plugs into your vehicle using a CURT vehicle-specific quick plug harness (sold separately). It comes with an adjustable mounting bracket and can be mounted at any angle

CURT 51170 Spectrum Original Equipment Style

51170 by CURT

  • Weight: 0.65 pounds
  • Dimensions: 7 x 3.8 x 2.5 inches
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime
CURT 51170 Spectrum Original Equipment Style
  • Fit Type: Universal Fit

Tekonsha 90885C Prodigy P2 Universal Super Intelligent High Powered Electronic

90885C by Tekonsha

  • Weight: 0.99 pounds
  • Dimensions: 0 x 0 x 0 inches
Tekonsha 90885C Prodigy P2 Universal Super Intelligent High Powered Electronic
  • UNIVERSAL SYSTEM: Universal electronic brake control system designed to make trailer towing safer and easier
  • FITS 1 TO 4 AXLES: Fits 1 to 4 axle trailers to deliver a signal from your vehicle's brakes to your trailer
  • BATTERY PROTECTION: Features reverse battery protection for both vehicle and breakaway
  • MOUNTING VERSATILITY: Numerous mounting options offer versatile installation
  • INCLUDES 1 BRAKE SYSTEM: Includes 1 electronic brake control system for 1 to 4 axle trailers

TEKONSHA 90885 / Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Electronic Brake Control f/1-4

0 by Tekonsha

  • Weight: 1.11 pounds
  • Dimensions: 12.5 x 8.5 x 6 inches
TEKONSHA 90885 / Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Electronic Brake Control f/1-4
  • Includes Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Electronic Brake Control f/1-4 Axle Trailers - Proportional

ACDelco 23476237 GM Original Equipment Black Carbon Trailer Brake Control

23476237 by ACDelco

  • Weight: 0.3 pounds
  • Warranty: 24 Month / Unlimited Mile Limited Warranty on parts sold on or after 04/01/18. (Parts Only) Please see ACDelco.com for more details.
ACDelco 23476237 GM Original Equipment Black Carbon Trailer Brake Control
  • Offering the quality, reliability, and durability of GM OE
  • GM-recommended replacement part for your GM vehicle’s original factory component
  • Manufactured with GM Original Equipment specification for fit, form, and function
  • Package Dimensions: 12.7 L x 12.7 H x 27.94 W (centimeters)

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