2021 Newly redesigned Next Gen Carry on 5x8 Utility trailer from Tractor Supply & Lowes. 

I had just bought a trailer almost identical to this one,except without the wooden floor. I pretty much agree with everything you say about it except I had an issue with the brake/turn signal lights. It wasn’t the actual lights but the brackets holding them to the frame. On my second use the bracket on the driver side was cracked and loosely hanging off and the other one was loose.I went to amazon and bought 2 new ones and installed them and they’re working fine…I do check before every trip and retighten as needed.

I have had a few trailers including the carry-on 2018 version . I use cable ties to attach the license plate to the ramp. About half way up.

I got rid of my license plate bracket and just bolted the plate to the mesh tailgate. Keeps it out of the way. Nice video👍🏻

I just bought a 5X8 Carry-On trailer. Mine has a wood deck and retailed for $1,199.00 at Tractor Supply. I feel the same as you. It's a great trailer to move my big snowblower and my garden tractor. Very good review, thank you.

I just bought my neighbors from him a few days ago and I really like it, it's like brand new, he's only owned it for about 9 months. Almost no one mentions that gate flips forward and folds flat which is super nice.

Excellent side by side review. TS in my area have the plank deck versions for $1149 & more than a few in stock. Plan was to wait until mid-winter to make the purchase but I think I'll grab one this week. Supply of all trailers is dwindling around here.

Thanks for the review. I just bought this trailer today at TSC for $1199 (wood floor) in Maryland. It seems like a nice trailer and will work fine more my needs. I plan to build some sort of higher side rails to be able to haul slightly taller loads.

Good review. Just purchased the next gem 5x8 wooden deck trailer today after watching this video.

I bought this 5x8 trailer with the mesh bottom back in March, 2022 from Tractor Supply; overall, this is a decent trailer. However the paint quality leaves a lot to be desired. I've only had it for 2 years and a lot of the paint has pealed off and rust forming everywhere. I can say for sure this trailer was not dipped because the areas behind where the front brackets bolt on has no paint, because it was sprayed when assembled. I now have to do a complete restoration if I want this trailer to last. It is just disappointing to see how it has deteriorated in just two years.

Based on your review and others I went to Tractor Sply today to buy this trailer but none in stock and tried to special order but Carry On stated this trailer is not going to be mfg for sale any longer. In this current configuration. They have another wood floor trailer but doesn't have the square tubing frame and just has 12" wheels. Really surprised.

This is probably the most useful trailer review I've ever watched. I was just about to push the button and buy one of the Next Gen trailers, and this video convinced me. On my way to Tractor Supply! Thank you for this.

I have a 2010 Caryon trailer from TSC, with the mesh floor. The paint job is really its most visible defect. Paint started to fail badly after 4 years. Its great for trips to the lumber yard, steel recycler, taking mowers, snow blowers and tillers for service, carrying straw bales and bagged peat moss, extra 3 pt implements to a neighbors for my tractor, brush and tree limbs, saving delivery charges for manageable appliances, moving, etc.. As I told one admirer at the scrap yard, " Its a poor mans pickup truck, when you cant afford both a car and a truck." The 8 ft floor length is great. Its already saved much more money in just yard equipment trips to and from the shop, than it cost, so the rest of its benefits are essentially free. My biggest " build " frustration is it doesnt track straight driving down the road. I cant see the trailer at all in the right side rearview mirror, and it always sticks out a couple inches on the left side, behind both my Equinox, and Ford Flex. Brought it back to TSC, when it was new, and was told "They all do that. What do you expect for that low a price." When I bought it, Lowes and Home Depot sold another similar, but more expensive brand trailer, about 200 bucks more, on sale. So, Ive grown to appreciate this defect, as I can always see the back corner of the trailer, while travelling down the road.

Good job with the review. It looks like they made some nice upgrades to the next gen especially with the paint, wiring and with the gate being removable. I bought my trailer Nov of 17 from TSC in Middletown. mesh bottom no complaints with it other than the ones you hit on your last review. Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing.

Good video and I'm glad you mentioned that you use your trailer for firewood rounds. I just picked up a utility trailer and was planning on doing the same with mine. I didn't know how it would hold up compared to a dump trailer. I didn't want a dump trailer due to their weight and that dang battery you have to keep charged!

I just bought the open mesh from Loews for $1,198 and a $100 discount for signing up for their credit card. It's been great hauling furniture and my lawn equipment for volunteer work. I love the Carry-On and the only thing I ended up adding was a lock to prevent theft. Might get a Reese trailer jack for moving around.

Excellent side-by-side comparing of the trailers. $50-$60 more for the 'next gen' series (mesh floor) is definitely a better bargain for the customers. Only thing I would have added are angle supports on the hitch area for of course support and ability to place a toolbox. All in all....Great job listening to your customers, Carry On.

I havea older 5x8,it had the open mesh I put 3/4 inch plywood on the bottom and side and front. I put 1/2in plywood on the ramp. I also put 4 big 3/8 bolt down D ring tie down mounted on top of the top railing, I use the big yellow ratchet tie downs. I have had the trailer for 8 years or so paid 425.00 from tractor supply and love it well worth the money.

Great video. I just bought this trailer a month ago. And after watching your video I went and checked the U bolts and the axle. They in fact were a little on the loose side. So I definitely recommend checking all the bolts. But all in all I’m very happy with the trailer. Thank you for the awesome video !

This video was great, thank you so much! I just got back from a Tractor Supply in Topeka which is about 30 miles away because my local TS had a 5X8SPW for $1299 yet the TS further away had a 5X8SPW-GEN for $1199. I really tried to figure out what the difference was between the models, ("diff between 5X8SPW and 5X8SPW-GEN" doesn't reveal much in Google) so I wasn't able to find anything except that the specs for the "GEN" model show a 96 1/2" length bed. So, basically I accidentally purchased the newer model which is a relief because after reading reviews I was concerned with wiring issues, which appears to have been addressed. The next-gen model btw does not have a 96 1/2" bed as shown in the spec, it is exactly 96" like the previous model. But I am very happy that all the lights work and after coming back from Topeka I noticed the trailers at my local TS did have faded deck boards so they are very obviously the older model (at a higher price) than the model I bought which has beautifully new thick deck boards. I'm looking forward to enjoying this trailer and I'm very happy I "accidentally" got the model that addresses many of the concerns from the previous model. And yes, being able to remove the gate is a great feature!

Thank you very much for your time

Omg... Today I bought one old style trailer at Lowes... When trying to transfer the title the did a mistake and they didn't have the correct title it was from other title...they refund my money... And now I am here whatching this video.... Just waiting to run to Tractor Supply Co... God Bless You... tomorrow I ll get my new trailer

This video was great. Thank you. I’m going to get one of these tomorrow for various uses to pull with my Subaru Forester. Anything bigger would not make a lot of sense for me with what I’m pulling it with but for my needs this will be perfect. I just plan to use it for some overflow when traveling, bicycles, moving furniture, and likely some campfire firewood. Should be perfect for all those things. Thanks for the thorough review.

Wood floor is cheaper we paid $999.00 5x8 gvw 550 load weight 1450 to equal 2000k. My complaint is the tongue doesn't afford room if you have a jack attached for a utility box. Someone told me the tongues are adjustable if you remove the bolts under the trailer and slide it forward but I'm not so sure it can be and can't find information one way or the other either. I made my own gate helper spring lifts so my wife doesn't have to struggle lifting the tail gate ramp. Paint is also an issue the top rail is peeling badly, otherwise it's been a good trailer for the it's first year. Thought I'd share my own review with you.

Thanks for the review. I'm starting a review video on my Tractor Supply trailer this week. I love that that you go over the side-by-side comparison. 107 thumbs up and no thumbs down is awesome! You have a new Sub and I've also added your chancel to my inspirational channels section of my channel.

Excellent reviews and trailer, just buyer beware when purchasing from Tractor Supply. I bought the big one dual axle 6x14 it is currently 3699.00 since they said there was special financing. I decided to finance mine. But guys there is no special financing because I got approved for the purchase and exact amount. But the way they do there financing is it goes on your credit card and they report it as a maxxed out credit card at your limit so my credit took a 70 point ding and ruined my credit from 705 to 635 now. I will never buy from Tractor Supply again. But the carry on product is awesome. Just want to give you guys a heads-up 🙏😎☮️✝️

Fyi the lights on both are made by Optronics and they offer replacement LED replacement lights for the older trailer. It would be nice if carry on offered a small rectangle lock box as an accessory that would hold a breaker bar to change a flat and some ratchet straps.

I got the older version 2 years ago. I covered the mesh with 2x 6's. I got a tongue jack, spare tire holder, spare tire and I bought a cheap trailer box ( very cheap) . I'll keep a scissor jack in the trailer box. Thanks for the great video. Do you ever grease the hinge on the gate? if so how? Thanks again.I got it for $599 with $150 off the $749. My wife was telling me we don't need a utility trailer but we have used it a lot. To transport lawn tractor. I kinda wish that I used decking boards instead, they are much lighter. I didn't need 2 x 6's

I bought one and use it often I love the 5 foot wide bed and the rugged wood decking mine cost $1200 worth the money and all around

10/ 04/2021 got my 3500 LB. They must have sent you a special gone over trailer so they would get a good review. Mine is really bad, the paint preparations

I am definitely going to get a Carry-on from the review you gave! Thank you .

Thanks for your review. I notice they did away with the center support brace in the tailgate, the spot one would use to drive a motorcycle on the ramp. Does the mesh seem strong enough there to you?

I’m gonna pick one up in a couple of weeks. Thanks for the review!

Man, you have a beautiful piece of property. A piece of heaven on earth. Great video buddy.

I would like to give a shout out to this channel and Carry on trailer for a quality product. I use mine for a multitude of things.

There are aftermarket valve stems available that you can have your local tire sales department add to your rims. Some newer vehicles ( I drive a 2019 Chevy Silverado) have the option to read these “Bluetooth” valve stems air pressure and ALSO temperatures which will show a possible axle bearing ready to overheat. PS: Great review!

Thank you for the side-by-side comparison. Great input!

A good review! Like the upgrades and looks like they are still making solid trailers!

hi eveybody. what's the hitch height on a level surface? I'm going to pick one up soon and don't want to have to make adjustments in the parking lot. thanks.

On the new one does the tires have a weight limited and can you buy a better tire or hub that can carry more weight ... I need to haul 275 gallons of water that weighs 2200 lbs

Nice review. They made some good upgrades on the trailer. Thanks for the update.

Just mount your plate on the fender it will never hit the ground. If your state requires them lit or vertical I’m sure it wouldn’t take much build or find a bracket to attach it

My TS supply sold me a brand new old style today (4-18-22) for $1299. It wasn't even put together yet. Looked like a new shipment from carry on. I wonder why they don't have the next gen. After watching this video I will contact carry on and TS to see about an exchange.

i just recently purchased a 5x8 at TSC and they price matched this same one mine was 1,099 and i got it for 849 with wood floor

They did a great job. Just curious if you always left your gate on they could keep the nice new tag holder and also have a option on the gate to hang that’s not gonna hit the ground. 2 bolts holes in the thick part of the gate. Do it half way down so it doesn’t hit the ground when you drop the gate. He really did make a huge jump in quality!

Did they give you a temp plate to drive it home ? My question was how you are able to drive it off the lot

On the new one they could have put a A frame support coming off the tongue. And could have put greaseable hubs on the wheels. And I mounted the tag on the tailgate on my trailer so it won't get bent. These are my pet pevis it is a really nice trailer

My 2024 7x12 carry-on trailer I bought from tractor supply has horrible welding splatter all over the trailer that they painted over I need to sand all that down and repaint those areas

The middle support in the gate/ramp is not there on the Next Gen. Motorcycles will be rolling across relatively unsupported mesh...

Does the tongue fold in case I want to store it vertically on a 10ft height garage?

Just picked one up today in part based on the review. The fit and finish are exceptional. I shopped trailers that cost hundreds more and weren’t as high quality.

Does the tongue have a lot of play on your next gen?

How are you? Do you know the difference between models 5x8G and 5x8G-GEN? Thank you.

Soo glad i saw this... Was able to pin point who had the good ones, and what a difference! Since they only had them literally 18 hours, i even got to see them side by side (new and old). Also, some of the wiring looks questionable, but its a better routing at least

Curious why the the Lowes trailer has skinny tires and different shaped fenders than Tractor Supply. I don't really care about the fenders, (just an observation), but I do prefer the full size tires of the Tractor Supply trailer.

great comparison

Did they let you keep that trailer?

I really like your review, especially the side-by-side! I’ve bent my license plate and bracket too. I’ve been thinking of moving mine to the fender....it would put it high enough to avoid most damage incidents. You could even run wiring up to it, and it’d be able to be protected with conduit. -I probably won’t, but I could.... I bought a 5’ X 10’ from Lowe’s in April of this year, and have been very happy with it. It has the V-shaped tongue with a crossmember, so that’s a little sturdier. Mine doesn’t have the Gen 2 improvements, but still pretty decent. They make trailers with higher sides, and kinda wish I’d gotten one of those....they look great,

I also bought a Carry On trailer 6x8, from 🚜 Supply. As a retired Ironworker I go over trailers and their workmanship. The welding left me somewhat disappointed. Mt top rail is tubing instead of angle. That attachetment is a spotty

Thank u 🙏 so much for an amazing review

Whole underneath is square tube not angle iron. HUGE difference and you didn’t mention it. That new trailer is 1000x better than the old one. Saw one today at tsc $1299.

Great review! Keep the videos coming.

I had an older carry on trailer 5x8 that had the wires inside that conduit..........BAD MOVE.........ants got in and ate the wiring and shorted out all the lights, wires etc. was a whole mess to get it figured out and then repaired. did NOT use conduit for the new wiring.

Lowes had it advertised for 849.00 i took add to TSC rest is history.

Good and honest review!👍

Can you put a 15 inch tires on the trailer

I purchased the 2021 5x8 and it is build better than the old version. The new Gen version with the wood is $1149. No discounts these days. No one in my area has the new Gen version. TSC had just received 3 about a week ago. FYI. There are quite a few differences between the new Gen and old model. The new Gen has the 2x2 main frame vs the angle iron. It also comes with the light protector. The handle is good to help move the trailer, but you can use the handle to secure the trailer to the hitch with a lock and chain as the coupler is only secured with screws. Carry On needs to get more reviews of these new Gen units on RU-vid so folks know they upgraded the build quality on these trailers. I did not find any reviews on the new Gen trailers. Fortunately, TSC received the new Gen units and I could inspect in person and I am glad I did. I took the 5x8 home. The build quality has been improved. This is the first and only review on the new Gen trailer.

this is a good video

Seems to me the mesh on the ramp is a bit thin

I don’t like how the floor boards stick up 1” past the metal framing. That is no bueno if u ask me.. with the birds up a 1” from framing their going to get beat up and broke .. Been nice if they were in cased..

What is the coupler height?

Got one today in Minnesota for $999

The Next Gen is not available anywhere near me.

They new trailer you bought selling for at lowe's 2,100 dollars

The 5x8 mesh is now 1099 😲

I wish the trailer industry would retire the 1 7\8 ball & coupler. It isn't practical or relevant for any application except trailers that haul aluminum fishing or row boat's and utility trailers with very low payload and tongue weight capacity.

I would never buy one. Don't matter how much they cost. I was so upset with these trailers, I did a video as well. Maybe I got one made at 4:30pm on a Friday. lol

Just put ur license plate on ur tailgate it will be out of the way

You did not take into consideration the tires, what is the load capacity, date code, PSI rating. Are they appropriate the the maximum load instances over long hauls? Tongue rating, does it flex noticeably when the trailer is forward loaded. how far back does the tongue tie into the frame? You should leave trailer reviews to professionals.

I am not getting any money for this...blah blah blah.. they gave u a freaking trailer dude! Of course you gonna say it's better!

Cheap, filmsy junk made out of angle iron. You're better off buying a steel Karavan utility trailer.

Their Awful trailers

I got one but I dont feel comfortable because the bar that connect from the trailer and goes to the hitch has only 2 🔩 bolt 🔩 feels like not very strong for me, I haven't hauled any heavy stuff yet. Do guys this will handle?