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CURT 51180 Echo Mobile Electric Trailer Brake Controller with Bluetooth-Enabled Smartphone Connection, Proportional, Black PLastic, 9 x 9 x 3 inches, BLACK PLASTIC

4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 2,465 ratings

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  • 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 your Apple or Android phone, turning it into a brake controller interface with the Smart Control app (Warning: Avoid distracted driving. Only make adjustments when vehicle is stationary). Note: If Bluetooth connection is lost, the brake controller will continue to function safely, using the most recently programmed settings
  • ZERO-TOOL INSTALL. Installing this 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. NOTE: Strap stored inside cap
  • 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
  • Not compatible, but will not interfere, with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto

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Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 51180
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ October 25, 2018
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ CURT
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07JQ99SDD
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 2,465 ratings

Product Description

The CURT Echo mobile trailer brake controller is a Bluetooth enabled device that wirelessly connects to your smartphone and allows you to control and monitor all trailer brake activity right from your device. It features a simple, plug-and-play installation, a portable design to easily switch between vehicles and a highly durable construction to outlast the elements. The Echo brake controller brings your towing experience into the modern age. Powered by Bluetooth, it wirelessly connects to your smartphone without any extra wiring harnesses or modules required. Simply download the Smart Control app on your Apple iOS or Android OS device, plug the Echo into your vehicle and you're ready to start towing. The app allows you to create multiple vehicle-trailer profiles for different towing situations. Installing the Echo trailer brake controller is truly a plug-and-play experience. It is designed to insert in between the vehicle-trailer wiring connection and is compatible with any industry-standard 7-way RV blade plug. This design also allows the Echo to be easily transferred between vehicles, making it perfect for fleet vehicles or multiple-vehicle owners. The Echo mobile trailer brake controller is built to withstand the outdoor elements, whether you're towing through rain, snow or sunshine. It features a potted enclosure. This means the interior of the Echo is filled with an epoxy resin that covers the internal electronics and seals them off from dirt and moisture. This promotes long-lasting durability and also helps reduce vibration. To further enhance the connection, the connector port of the Echo is equipped with a retention strap and locking tab to firmly seat in the 7-way vehicle socket. The CURT Echo mobile brake controller operates with a tri-axis circuit for smooth stops going up or down a hill, and it is able to operate up to two to four trailer brakes at a time (one to two axles). It is also compatible with cruise control and ABS brakes.

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From the manufacturer

CURT Echo Trailer Brake Controller Plug into 7-Way

Echo Mobile Brake Controller

World-first.

Portable.

Bluetooth-enabled.

Echo Trailer Brake Controller 51170

Bluetooth-enabled, wireless brake controller

The Echo mobile trailer brake controller is the world’s first Bluetooth-enabled, wireless brake controller. It simply plugs into your vehicle-trailer 7-way connection and utilizes your smartphone as a brake control interface.

Echo operates with a powerful triple-axis accelerometer for smooth, responsive braking, and it is easily transferable from one vehicle to another.

Echo Brake Controller Features

CURT Echo Trailer Brake Controller Wireless Portability

CURT Bluetooth Echo Brake Controller

CURT Echo Brake Controller No Tools Needed Install

Wireless portability

Fast, plug-and-play operation makes it easy to switch Echo between vehicles.

Bluetooth-enabled

Echo wirelessly connects to Android and Apple phones, using the Smart Control app.

Tool-free install

Echo requires no permanent, invasive installation – simply plug it into the 7-way connection.

Simple, Fast Operation… in Three Easy Steps

CURT Echo Trailer Brake Controller Installation Step 1 Download

CURT Echo Trailer Brake Controller Installation Step 2 Plug In

CURT Echo Trailer Brake Controller Installation Step 3 Configure

Step 1

Download the Echo Smart Control app from the App Store or Google Play.

Step 2

Insert Echo between the vehicle and trailer 7-way wiring connectors.

Step 3

Configure your settings and tow! Echo will remember multiple vehicle-trailer combinations.

Echo Smart Control App Features

Echo Trailer Brake Controller Vehicle Memory

Echo Trailer Brake Controller Smartphone App

Echo Trailer Brake Controller Manual Braking

Device and vehicle memory

You don’t have to memorize the settings for each of your trailers or redo the setup every time you switch trailers. Echo remembers them for you! The Smart Control app is able to store multiple profiles for convenient access every time.

Control at your fingertips

The customizable Smart Control app gives you the power to control and monitor all brake settings right from your smartphone. You can calibrate output, manually apply the brakes and much more.

Safety notifications

The Echo mobile trailer brake controller sends notifications to your smartphone if ever your trailer becomes overloaded or disconnected during travel.

What's in the box

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    Customer reviews

    4.3 out of 5 stars
    4.3 out of 5
    2,465 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the ease of use of the auto accessory. For example, they mention the app download and setup was seamless. That said, some complain about the performance and connectivity. For instance, they say it's not strong enough for the job and the Bluetooth connection doesn't always stay. Customers also dislike the stability. Opinions are mixed on braking, and value.

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    366 customers mention278 positive88 negative

    Customers like the quality of the auto accessory. They say it works well, is portable, and does what it advertises. The app it uses works great, and the device works immediately. It is reliable and useful for your car brakes. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...But for the ease of installation and reliable operation I'd pick this over an in-cab wired controller...." Read more

    "...This excellent to use product works quite well, is very portable in other vehicles, is controlled right from a smart phone and alerts you to..." Read more

    "...But bottom line - this is a great product, it works great, and it very nicely gets around the awkwardness of a dash or under dash mounted brake..." Read more

    "...All-in-all it is a simple brake controller if you don't want permanently install something." Read more

    243 customers mention220 positive23 negative

    Customers find the auto accessory super easy to set up and operate. They say the app download and setup was seamless. Customers also say the settings are easy to figure out without reading the instructions. They mention the pairing is simple and the device does not require any modifications to their car.

    "...But for the ease of installation and reliable operation I'd pick this over an in-cab wired controller...." Read more

    "...quite well, is very portable in other vehicles, is controlled right from a smart phone and alerts you to connection issues...." Read more

    "...The setup is just as simple as the YouTube instructional videos say it is. The controller and the Bluetooth app work very reliably while driving...." Read more

    "...No permanent mounting or wiring to install. The app is simple enough to use, but can be a little annoying since you have to leave the screen on all..." Read more

    36 customers mention36 positive0 negative

    Customers appreciate the versatility of the auto accessory. They mention that it can be moved between different vehicles and trailers with no wires to run or tap. They also appreciate that it works quite well and is very portable in other vehicles. Customers also say that it's great for multiple trailers and makes switching between vehicles very easy.

    "...This excellent to use product works quite well, is very portable in other vehicles, is controlled right from a smart phone and alerts you to..." Read more

    "...have to add any wiring to the inside of our truck and it can be moved to other tow vehicles! Fantastic!..." Read more

    "We love this brake controller. It is portable, easy to use, simple, and works perfectly...." Read more

    "...No issues hauling the trailer from Fort Worth to Oklahoma. Then I used the trailer again in April and the unit wouldn’t connect...." Read more

    96 customers mention35 positive61 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the auto accessory. Some mention it's well worth the money, a relatively affordable option for adding brake controls to a 7-blade trailer, and the features outweigh the initial investment. However, others say that it'll only work for a specific trailer and is overpriced.

    "...This Curt plug-in brake controller wasn't cheap and might have been about the same price as returning to the dealer to have the GM Tow Package..." Read more

    "...Pros:*Relatively affordable option for adding brake controls to a 7-blade trailer connection*..." Read more

    "...The app it uses works great but as of 12/15/23 they use a new app and it sucks...." Read more

    "...and the rubbery strap that is supposed to hold it in place is practically useless, it pops off constantly because in order to get it tight enough to..." Read more

    58 customers mention19 positive39 negative

    Customers are mixed about the braking of the auto accessory. Some mention that it's very handy with the brakes, and the actual brake controller usage is phenomenal. They say that the trailer brakes are immediately responsive and work smoothly. However, others say that it still applied like a pause, and that the brake was always on.

    "...our trailer dealer, the settings were far too aggressive, jerking badly with lots of noise...." Read more

    "...sensitivity or output level you put the thing will clamp your trailer brakes on unreasonably hard...." Read more

    "...The actual brake controller usage is phenomenal and it meant we didn't have to add any wiring to the inside of our truck and it can be moved to..." Read more

    "...When we first got the brake controller, we found that the brake was always on, as shown by a blue arc that never disappeared completely...." Read more

    105 customers mention26 positive79 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the connectivity of the auto accessory. They mention that the Bluetooth does not always connect or stay, and it loses connection when they turn off the screen. Some say that the product is not easy to pair and does not stay paired.

    "...Operation was good but frequently lost Bluetooth connectivity with the phone...." Read more

    "...controller and the trailer wiring plug is not great - it needs a lot of force to connect (even with WD-40), it is hard to get the retainer latch to..." Read more

    "...vehicles, is controlled right from a smart phone and alerts you to connection issues...." Read more

    "...If you switch apps or turn off the screen, it loses Bluetooth connection...." Read more

    63 customers mention14 positive49 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the performance of the auto accessory. They mention that it broke on the first use, lasted 2 weeks before cracking, and feels like it will shatter if anything hits it or is dropped. The strap used to lock is not strong enough for the job, and is easy to lose. The rubber strap breaks quickly, and the plastic case is very brittle. The device is overhyped and not reliable.

    "...Also it is vulnerable to missteps as with loading the vehicle or from dogs climbing into the back of your vehicle...." Read more

    "...It feels like it will shatter if anything hits it or if it is dropped...." Read more

    "...but the little nipple that the strap uses to lock is not strong enough for the job, and is easy to lose...." Read more

    "...Towing a 6000 lb tandem axel 22 foot camper with my 2011 F-150 felt very solid and reassuring with the maximum setting of 80 and a sensitivity..." Read more

    35 customers mention0 positive35 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the stability of the car mount. They say that it does not stay attached, pops off constantly, and falls out of the socket easily. Some customers also mention that the screws holding it together are no longer secure. Overall, customers are not happy with the product's stability.

    "...works great, pairs well with my phone, but the strap to hold it in place is horrible...." Read more

    "...The nipple that secure the straps fell off day one and it’s a little sketch. I have to secure it with a bungee but it works as it should...." Read more

    "...The female connector side flexes a lot and puts strain on the small screws that hold the body...." Read more

    "...that is supposed to hold it in place is practically useless, it pops off constantly because in order to get it tight enough to do any good, it..." Read more

    Great idea, flawed execution, fragile product.
    3 Stars
    Great idea, flawed execution, fragile product.
    The Curt Echo could have been awesome, but it is a let down in many ways.It is long, and it is fragile. The main body is only held together by four tiny screws. The female connector side flexes a lot and puts strain on the small screws that hold the body. The rubber strap is a decent idea to secure it to the 7-way on the truck, but the little nipple that the strap uses to lock is not strong enough for the job, and is easy to lose. It really should've been velcro.Be aware of how your 7-way is positioned before buying. If your truck or SUV has a 7-way connector that is anything but straight out of the back, parallel to the road, this controller will not work for you! My SUV has its 7-way sitting at a 45* angle to the road. The length of the Curt Echo, plus the trailer 7-way connected, left me with very little ground clearance. With the trailer loaded, the connector and cable were as low as the chains!I also came across an issue that it will NOT connect up to every 7-way blade connector. I have two trailers to tow, an 18' flatbed and a 16' car hauler. The Echo will absolutely not connect to the 16 footer's 7-way, despite it being the correct connector (pictured), trying to twist and wiggle it around to get it to connect is how I began to doubt how well this thing would hold up. If I kept trying to force it, it would have snapped the Echo's fragile plastic in two. My 18' flatbed's 7-way blade connected without an issue. I have no idea why some fit and not others. Only being able to use it with one of the trailers was the final deal breaker.I returned this and got the Curt Echo Under Dash version instead. It uses the same app, and is a much better product.
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