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If you are looking to upgrade your towable tube or you are envious of everyone else having so much fun, there are so many options available. Naturally, you want to choose a tube that will allow the whole family to have fun, but you also need to find one that is safe.
To help you narrow down your choice, we are going to look at the Big Mable vs Big Brawler. There are different sized tubes, but we are going to focus on the 1-2- person towable tubes. We will compare all of the main features including ease of use, the quality of materials, and value for money. We will include a side-by-side chart and some pros and cons of each.
We will begin with what the Big Mable and the Big Brawler have in common.
Big Mable vs Big Brawler – Similarities
Quick Glance
The comparison chart below will give you an overview of all of the Big Mable and the Big Brawler features.
| Big Mable | Big Brawler | |
| Size | 66 x 69 inches | 66 x 69 inches/ 37lbs |
| Color | Orange with yellow, black and white features | Red, blue and yellow |
| Capacity | 1-2 people/ 340lbs | 2 people |
| Maximum Speed Limit | 20mph adults/15mph children | Not stated |
| Materials | Heavy-gauge PVC bladder with a heavy-duty double-stitched full nylon cover | Durable RF-welded K80 PVC with a heavy-duty double-stitched full 840D nylon cover |
| Tow Points | Front and rear, Kwik Connect. Booster Ball compatible for enhanced performance. | Front and rear, reinforced and quick connection |
| Valve | Speed Safety valve | Lightening valve (57% faster than a Boston valve) |
| Handles | 7 neoprene grab handles | 10, EVA knuckle guards |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year |
| Price | Check Price on Amazon | Check Price on Amazon |
Tube Size
The Big Mable and the Big Brawler are both 66 x 69 inches when inflated. The Big Brawler weighs 37 pounds, however, there is no information about the weight of the Big Mable.
Tow Points
You can ride the Big Mable and the Big Brawler two ways, either front or rear-facing because of the dual tow points. The Big Mable has patented Kwik Connect attachments and the Big Brawler has reinforced, quick connections.
Value for Money
Both the Big Mable and the Big Brawler are great value for money with a small difference of about $20. The Big Mable has a one-year limited warranty and the Big Brawler a one-year warranty.
There are lots of features that are different between the Big Mable and the Big Brawler. We will move on to those now.
Different Between Big Mable and Big Brawler
Appearance
The design of the two tubes is similar, they both have a good-sized seating area and a large backrest for support. The main difference is in the colors and really a personal preference.
Big Mable
Most of the tube is orange with yellow features and some black and white checked areas.
Big Brawler
The red tube has blue and yellow features.
The Winner Is- A Tie
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Capacity
Although this feature is almost a similarity, there is something to consider.
Big Mable
This is a one- or two-person tube. It has a maximum weight capacity of 340 pounds.
Big Brawler
There is no information about the weight capacity, but this is a two-person tube. Using it with just one person might be uncomfortable and unbalanced.
The Winner Is- The Big Mable
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Maximum Speed Limits
We are missing some information here.
Big Mable
With adult riders, you can go up to 20 miles per hour. The tube is recommended for children over 13 and the speed limit is 15 miles per hour.
Big Brawler
There are no details on how fast you can use this tube.
The Winner Is- The Big Mable
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Materials
Both of these towable tubes are made of excellent quality materials.
Big Mable
The bladder of the tube is made of heavy-gauge PVC. It is then fully covered with a heavy-duty double-stitched nylon cover.
Big Brawler
It uses durable RF-welded K80 PVC and then covered with heavy-duty double-stitched 840D nylon.
The Winner Is- A Tie
Valves
Whether you are keen to inflate the tube and get out on the water or it’s time to pack up at the end of the day, the valves are crucial for the ease of use.
Big Mable
The valves are patented Speed Safety Valves. They are designed so that no air can escape when you are replacing the cap after inflating and it’s quick to deflate.
Big Brawler
There are lightning valves. They are advertised as 57% faster than Boston valves.
The Winner Is- A Tie
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Handles
Both of the tubes have a good number of handles strategically placed so that people can grab on whether front or rear-facing.
Big Mable
There are 7 neoprene handles placed around the seat, inner sides, and on the top.
Big Brawler
Here, you have a total of 10 handles all with EVA knuckle guards.
The Winner Is- The Big Brawler
Pros and Cons
Just before our final opinion, we will look at some pros and cons of the Big Mable and the Big Brawler.
Big Mable
Pros:
- It’s made so well you feel very safe
- Inflation and deflation are fast and easy
- The Kwik Connect for attaching the tube is really handy
Cons:
- Occasionally, you need to reinflate it
Big Brawler
Pros:
- It’s almost impossible to flip
- There are plenty of handles for different people in different positions
- It’s slightly cheaper
Cons:
- The valves are not the best quality
The Final Verdict
It’s a difficult choice today. The Big Mable and the Big Brawler are very well made which is the biggest advantage of both. The quality materials not only make the tubes durable and long-lasting but also safe. The size of the two tubes is also the same and so not part of our final decision. The winner was the Big Mable. It might be the slightly more expensive tube, but we felt it was more stable with just one rider but still perfectly big enough for two people. The valves were also, generally better, which made a difference to the inflation, deflation, and use.