Polaris Sportsman 570 vs. Can-Am Outlander L 500, 2015 King of Value 4x4 ATV Shootout 

I struggled hard with this choice, but wound up getting Polaris. Favors my style of riding and the machine is more spacious for my larger frame

Out of all the reviews I have seem on youtube ranging from chain saws to power boats this is by the FAR the most thorough and informative. Great job guys.

I would also like to note that the polaris is manufactured in minnesota and the can am is manufactured in mexico, this adds a lot of value to me for the polaris

This throwdown was LEGENDARY. there needs to be an updated modern one since both bikes have changed SO MUCH price wise, and aesthetically. This has long been the shoot out that I watched when buying my bike and the one I point potential buys to. As there is no real winner, but a great advert for both companies

Cracks me up every time I hear someone refer to a quad as a "bike" hahaha. I've been running a 2005 Polaris Sportsman 500 since 2007. Machine has been super reliable for all tasks thrown at it in all that time. The front rack that opens up providing weather resistant storage is a massive selling point. If you've never had it, you just don't realize how handy it is. My experience with this machine over the past decade plus is the single biggest influence as to what I will buy next. Definitely getting another Polaris. The power steering thing isn't really a selling point for me. I'm a big dude at 6'3" and well over 250 lbs. I can turn the bars just fine without it. The bottom end power at my weight is a big bonus too. Looks like Can Am has done a good job gunning for the king, but their pricing and lack of weatherproof storage makes my choice a no-brainer. Polaris for the win.

Great review! Thanks

This video was absolutely needed, I love it thanks for the comparison!!! We need more like it!

Seems like a lot of production value here! Very nice to see a proper, lengthy review. Keep it up!

I'm a Yamaha Die hard when it comes to ATV's, Growing up on mostly Yamaha and Polaris machines i've always preferred the bar height of the Sportsman's probably due to the fact that i'm a taller rider. My Mother has worked for Polaris for over 20 years so i get to ride alot of their machines. Last summer we went on a big group ride ten Sportsmans a handful of Aces 4 Can-ams a Grizzly 700 and 550 and a couple Hondas and Arctic Cats and we were swapping machines constantly and it always seemed like the Polaris machines would come to a hard obstacle and just go right threw it without hesitation the Can-ams AWD might be better on paper but when your stopping and waiting for them it didn't seem like it. Out of the box i think the Polaris is the hardest to beat everyone seemed to Favor the 850 SP and Grizzly 700 on our ride. Yamaha needs to make some drastic improvements to the grizzly it feels so similar to the old Timberwolves, Big Bear's and Kodiak's that alot of us grew up with in the 90's while it's not necessarily bad it just leaves the Yamaha's feeling outdated and IMO Yamaha has the best EPS on the market. You can only really grade a machine on it's owners needs and everyone is going to prefer one machine over another based on why they're buying it. It doesn't matter what you ride as long as you enjoy riding and please people clean up after yourselves on rides i'm sick of seeing trails closed because people abuse them.

I purchased the sportsman 570. Very good for utility use.

I have had my Sportsman 570 for two months now. I love the way it takes off from a dead stop. It will pull wheelies in low range just by nailing the throttle. I ride it at Wellsville Ohio and it does anything I need. That place is scary.

Polaris should have won for suspension, most people are not going to tune their suspension if they are normal quad buyers.

I loved the review guys! Really helped show me some things i might have missed. Im looking into the 2 up models though n wonder is it about the same even though they are longer and heavier.

thanks for the recommendation on the dwt moapa. just what I was looking for. love your videos.

I have the 2015 Polaris 570 and I bought it used for $2500 back in 2019. I am a non certified mechanic and realized it needed front CV axles, so the seller dropped the price to $2500. Cv axles weren’t too difficult. Then I upgraded the clutch and got a new belt and this thing runs good enough for my family get togethers and I like the wheelies it pulls. Only in low gear though. 😊. I’d love to ride a Canam though.

I would still prefer the polaris, I own a 07 sportsman 500 and it has over 10000k on it and still runs like gold, maybe the only reason I would get the can am is the warranty but either than that polaris

we have a sportsman 500 just got it fixed after gears messing up so glad its back now! great farm vehicle and sport vehicle

Nice review.

It looks like the can am suspension is always compressed. I had a 2012 sportsman 500. Adding a set of high lifter mud springs on factory shocks made an insane difference in trail riding performance.

I purchased the Polaris yesterday so I feel confident in saying its the best in the world..because I own one..

I like the sportsman and always have. But seeing this new can am keeps me thinking. Great review and love the time and effort put in to it!

Great review. Thanks for taking the time to make a thorough shootout. I'm like that Can Am a lot.

Great video

I'd love to see a big bore shoot out with the Sportsman 850, Outlander 800, Grizzly 700, Brute Force 750, King Quad 700 and AC 700 XR. The Can Am and Polaris have AWD systems and the rest have traditional 4x4 systems. It would be nice to see someone compare the different systems but not to say which is better but to see where each system shines in certain conditions. For example a diff lock machine would be handy in slow rock crawling because of the power being sent to the front wheels from a stand still compared to Polaris' AWD system. Also, Polaris' or Can Am's AWD is better in coming upon unexpected mud or other situations where 4x4 is nice to have without having to stop and put it in diff lock first. Just a thought. Keep up the great work!

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Sportsman 1000 vs outlander 1000 please! !!!!!!!!!!!

This was a really good review and I didn't see anything that led me to believe there was any bias involved. I walked away from this simply thinking they are both great, you just have to figure out what you're gonna do with it and make the decision that better fits your style/needs. Great video!

that was a fabulous review, wish there was more reviews like that on other atv's. Honestly, I believed everything they said with out a doubt.

That looks like a very nice machine you have there!! Downfall will be when you want to sell it nobody wants a used Can-Am. For just a few more dollars you could’ve had a Honda which retains it’s resale value right till the end. But anyways it is still a very nice machine you have there I am happy for you!!

I have polaris sportsman 500 and its the most amazing thing

It was a good and iberal comparison. Good Video.

I was having a very hard decision between these two atvs. My friend has the 570 and I just went and picked up the 500 L about a week ago I am very happy with my choice thank you for the time you put in this review!

Toss up overall, but one thing is not mentioned is a-arm thickness. I've seen more than once Can-Ams axle or a arms snap while Polaris's are way more thick & durable. Very important out on the trail

Great review on both. My brother has the Polaris sportsman 570 and its a great atv but he had an issue with it after a year and had to eat the repair bill. I'm buying one in the summer of 2016 and the 5 year warranty alone pushes my atv decision to the Can Am side. Can you guys to a 2 up vrs review as well? that would be wicked!

Great review guys, can you also do one on how easy it is to change battery's and jump starting on both bikes , I know on my Polaris you have to be a very strong Flea to hook up any kind of jumper cables , also do a winch pull off and a snow plow load push. thanks guys great job.

Hey im lookin at getting the 2016 Outlander L 570 XMR it's got 28MudZillas,15% gear reduction for those 28s and a rad relocater and it's got snorkels in the rad relocate,so is that a good bike?plz reply???

great review on great bikes id love to see the new 2016 outlander l 570 added in on this a big bore shoot out sportsman xp 850 x mr 850 grizzly 700 brute force 700

Fantastic video guys. Very informative and impartial. I've watched it (3) times now and each time you pick up something new to consider. I thought I wanted the Can Am but now I'm considering the Polaris more than I have in the past. I keep going back and forth. I think I'm entering into a stage of "analysis paralysis". This will be my first quad and I'm sure I'll eventually make a decision. Either way, I don't believe either choice will be a bad one.

Great review, very well done!

First off, great review guys. You obviously put a ton of work into this and it shows. I will be waiting with anticipation for more of your reviews. I have owned many Polaris machines and I am a big fan of their handling, comfort and built in storage. I agree with your opinions on the AWD system of the Can AM having an edge because they send power to the front wheels all the time in 4x4 mode. That's also especially important on icy trails for those of us living in northern climates. When you let off the gas on a Polaris without decent control the rear wheel only engine braking can cause the rear end to slide sideways, not a good feeling on a tight trail. Chains or studded tires are a must on Polaris machines for those conditions where you probably wouldn't need them on a Can Am, but you would still benefit from them. I also have to agree with someone else that commented about low end grunt being more important to them than a top end. I realize you need to pick a winner for the category some how. If I manage to get my machine up to 60 mph it's only for short bursts. I rarely ever travel faster than 45 mph anyway and the low end grunt of the Polaris, for me, is much more important. But like I said, that's just my opinion. I know top end will be more important to others.

Very good shootout, nicely done. Not a owner of either brand but the biggest problem I have is with the engine category. I don't see how a machine in this class of machine can rank higher just by having a better top end. Almost anyone buying this class of machine wants out of the hole and low end power and torque, not top end. Just my thoughts.

I have a 2017 570 sportsman and they must have changed the awd?

love this comparison review hope to see much more of these videos in the future. hope you can get all kinds of brands to participate

Could you do something similar for their two up versions? With two ups on/ it racing but driving around, loading/utility, comfort.

Polaris for life

Some feedback. I'm only about 10 minutes into the vid. It looks like a great clip, but that background music is too loud and is more like foreground music. I can barely hear anyone talking over it and it becomes obnoxious very quickly. Makes it very difficult to concentrate on the review.

I agree!!!

Clearly this video was made by can am lovers and not people who don't have a favorite

Should have mentioned the new angled radiator for less mud build up, the new 560 watt electric stater for more attachments, and the better mpg on the 570. Just some things I noticed when I visited both my local Can Am and Polaris dealers. My Polaris dealer also offered a free 5 year warranty with my 570 at $5500 before any rebates.

Well no sh## the can am had higher top end and more top end power it's a twin polaris has a single cyl and also the sportsman is a utility quad so yes it would be designed with more bottom end doesn't mean it's not as good

Loved the review, I am looking at both these right now so it was great timing. One minor criticism for me, the music was too loud compared to the presenters voice so it sometimes made it hard to hear what was being said, maybe it's my old ears lol

Another great comparison! Can't wait to see the next one. How can I become a test rider?

Any thoughts on which one would plow snow better? I could be wrong, but I'm thinking with the higher low end torque on the Polaris, the wheels will spin sooner, but I'm still confused which type of wheel lock system would serve the purpose of plowing snow better. Although I am also considering bigger engines for this......650 or 850. Any thoughts??

Hey, I saw these fourwheelers on Craigslist how much is the can am

Like to see a project 570 for harescrambles or just fast trail and woods riding. Throw some goodies on like tires, exhaust clutch kit etc. be a cool build. Or

Profesional, deep, excellent comparison,, when would you make Outlander 450L max vs Polaris sportsman 570 touring? Best regards.!

just got a 2016 polaris 570 sp matte titanium and the awd feels like it's always engaged (in the snow)

Is there any way to bypass the AWD system to lock in at flip of switch?? Seems there would be a sensor somewhere you could bypass or put a jumper on

I think you forgot the polaris has ALOT of accessories to make it better on the trail

My family owns a can am outlander 1000 and I have to ask everyone, does anyone else experience belt slippage/burning on a smaller engine? It's been like this since we got it and it's only getting worse, if I am going up any type of incline I experience some belt burning unless I am in low gear

love my 570!

Love my 18 sportsman has speed and 4wheel drive

Are the Polaris reliable ? Built good with high quality parts and raw materials? I’m in the market for a new ATV

It’s all down to preference

So this a video to sell the canam gotcha.... I love my 570!!!

Would y’all be able to do an updated video and compare the outlander 570 to the sportsman 570

What? That spray can stuff smells great?! I am in. Where I can get that stuff. What street corner?

Dakota Stepe, you are the best

I'm trying to figure out Polaris or Can Am. I currently have access to both but I want a new one. Thanks for the video!

I tried both and finally got a sportsman, in deep mud the cam am have a delay before the front wheel lock kick in and in bumpy trail it want to kick me off the seat. if you look for reliability I thing they both are good machines and for the price you cant beat polaris.

About time!!!!

Genial

I find it comical that there explanation for liking visco lock was actually the opposite of how it works. Polaris engages instantly on rear wheel spin. Visco lock reqyire a huge spin of a front wheel to engage the other. So saying that visco is engaging faster is actually impossible. The reason why Can-Am has finally added a full diff lock

Hi, I’m currently looking at these two models (Same year) there going for around $5k-$6k. I can’t decide which one to get. Please help! Mostly used for play. Reliability is most important for me.

Great video. Head to Head race my Can Am smoked the Polaris. Wasn’t even close

I am a Polaris 570 owner & unfortunately it’s now a 2wd quad , meaning I replaced the lower McPhearson strut assembly to old 2wd spindles . Due to Polaris 4wd system automatically engages when high speed on ICE kicks in and then hit dry ground & BOOOOM , you Grenade the front diff .

how about noise levels, gas consumption, cost of maintenance, etc.? You know the other important attributes!

Is the new 570 outlander the same ATV used in this comparison? I'm confused by the 500l.

Canam took over now 👌🏻

Great review. When will there be a Suzuki KingQuad 500 vs Arctic Cat 550 vs Honda Foreman Rubicon 500 IRS shootout? All with PowerSteering?

I don’t understand the small variation in CC between the 450HO and the 570.. Polaris seem to sell heaps of both

the polaris is the better bang for the buck, hands down. you cant get a can am less than 9k.

I got pic up my new 850 Polaris it my second one love my new beast

Hello! Please tell me, the 570 Outlander do you think it can be good for me? I ask this because i drive about 3000 km in 1 year and I search something to be reliable amd I want something for 4-5 years to drive. Thankyou! (sorry for bad english)

I decided to go with the Polaris after trying both.

Don't get me wrong both are amazing machines but I'd still still with the sportsman

I really cant decide which is best. I'm planning on getting an atv pretty soon and i've definitely narrowed it down to a sportsman or an outlander l. Both seem to have very good reviews. If I were to mainly stick to trails and mud, which would be a better choice?

Nice I'm saving up for a can-am outlander L 450

This sounds like a screw polaris, lets go can-am kinda thing.

Polaris is the way to go

In Finland those are called tractors AKA work machines so how it does wood jobs and other kind of that is important not track driving

I love that you guys tested these at the off road park closest to my home outside of Cincinnati. Being that is where I spend the most time at.

I don't speak english so i can't understand the video, what's better? the outlander or the sportman? thank you, sorry for my english

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I'm looking at buying an ATV in this class. Which of these two has better aftermarket support (if any)?

Ride comfort and handling is most important to me than speed. I bought a Polaris. Good review. I'd call it a tie.

Okay so it says the polaris only hit about 58 yet mine easily hits 65 to 70 I'm confused is it because they are a little heavier why sitting on the fourwheeler or what??

Just got a Can Am Outlander 650 🥰

I feel like this man flipped it right here forsure 😂 just didn't show it 19:05 volume up you can hear him yell

make more please :)