Dutchmen Eddie Bauer Travel Trailer 295BH vs Jayco Eagle HT 294CKBS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These 2026 travel trailers split the difference between family bunkhouse and luxury couples coach. The Dutchmen Eddie Bauer 295BH is a 34.8-ft bunkhouse at 7,365 lbs dry, 9,600-lb GVWR, sleeps five, with 54-gal fresh, 60-gal grey, 30-gal black, and a $59,999 MSRP. The Jayco Eagle HT 294CKBS is a 37.92-ft luxury center-kitchen couples coach at 9,660 lbs dry, 11,700-lb GVWR, sleeps four on a queen, single slide-out, 200W solar plus prep, Climate Shield four-season insulation, Olympic mattress with Cooling Tech, JayCommand smart controls, outdoor kitchen, residential refrigerator, and a $62,858 MSRP.
The Eddie Bauer 295BH is the family bunkhouse choice at $59,999 - sleeps five with bunks, 54-gal fresh tank is generous, the 7,365-lb dry weight is light for its 34.8-ft length, and the Eddie Bauer Outdoor Outfitter co-brand brings styling cues. The Eagle HT 294CKBS counters with Climate Shield four-season insulation, 200W factory solar, residential fridge, outdoor kitchen, JayCommand smart controls, 60-gal LP, and theater seating - content the Eddie Bauer 295BH does not include - at $62,858 ($2,859 more).
For a family bunkhouse with Eddie Bauer styling at $59,999, the Eddie Bauer 295BH. For luxury couples coach with content and four-season build, the Eagle HT 294CKBS.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Eddie Bauer Travel Trailer 295BH | Jayco Eagle HT 294CKBS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $59,999 | $62,858 |
| Length | 34'10" | 37'11" |
| Dry weight | 7,365 lbs | 9,660 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,600 lbs | 11,700 lbs |
| Sleeps | 5 | 4 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 54 gal | 52 gal |
| Grey tank | 60 gal | 74 gal |
| Black tank | 30 gal | 37 gal |
| LP | — | 60 gal |
| Solar | — | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | — | queen |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | Yes |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | Yes |
Where Dutchmen Eddie Bauer Travel Trailer 295BH wins
- $2,859 lower MSRP ($59,999 vs $62,858)
- 2,295 lbs lighter dry weight (7,365 vs 9,660 lbs)
- Sleeps 5 (vs 4 on the Eagle) with bunkhouse layout
- 80 lbs lighter hitch weight (1,210 vs 1,290)
- 3 more gallons of fresh water (54 vs 52)
- 195 lbs more cargo capacity (2,235 vs 2,040 lbs)
Where Jayco Eagle HT 294CKBS wins
- 200W solar plus solar prep wiring
- Climate Shield four-season insulation tested 0-100F
- Olympic bed with Cooling Tech mattress
- JayCommand smart RV controls (app-based)
- Outdoor kitchen for outside cooking
- Residential refrigerator standard
- 60-gal LP tank for extended runtime
- Single slide-out expands main living area
- 14 more gallons of grey water (74 vs 60)
Pick the Dutchmen Eddie Bauer Travel Trailer 295BH if…
Pick the Dutchmen Eddie Bauer 295BH if you are a family of four to five who wants a bunkhouse layout with Eddie Bauer outdoor styling. The 7,365-lb dry weight tows behind a properly equipped half-ton truck, the 2,235-lb cargo capacity covers kids' bikes and a generator, and 54 gallons of fresh water supports 4-5 days off-grid for a family. At $59,999 the Eddie Bauer 295BH is the lighter, cheaper bunkhouse versus the Eagle's couples coach layout. Best for families with one or two kids.
Pick the Jayco Eagle HT 294CKBS if…
Pick the Jayco Eagle HT 294CKBS if you are a couple who travels extensively and wants four-season content, smart controls, and luxury appointments at $62,858. The Climate Shield insulation extends camping windows year-round, 200W solar plus 60-gal LP supports off-grid stays, JayCommand smart controls let you monitor tank levels and toggle A/C from your phone, the Olympic Cooling Tech mattress and residential refrigerator plus outdoor kitchen plus theater seating earn their keep on multi-week trips. Best for empty-nesters or remote-working couples.
Frequently asked
Which trailer has bunks?
The Dutchmen Eddie Bauer 295BH has a bunkhouse layout sleeping 5. The Eagle HT 294CKBS is a couples coach sleeping 4 on a queen - no bunks.
Which is better for cold-weather camping?
The Eagle HT 294CKBS has Climate Shield insulation tested 0-100F. The Eddie Bauer 295BH is not rated four-season.
Which has more cargo capacity?
The Eddie Bauer 295BH has 2,235 lbs. The Eagle HT 294CKBS has 2,040 lbs - 195 lbs less.