Apollo Hitop vs Travellers Autobarn Budgie
Apollo
Hitop
campervan
Seats2
Sleeps2
ToiletNo
ShowerNo
PetsAllowed
Min age21+
Locations10
vs
vs
Travellers Autobarn
Budgie
campervan
Seats2
Sleeps2
ToiletNo
ShowerNo
PetsNo
Min age18+
Locations6
Both seat 2 and sleep 2
Overview
The Apollo Hitop is a 5.94m van with a 78L fridge and pets allowed, requiring 21. The Budgie is a 4.5m bare-bones van with an Esky cooler and no pets, accessible from 18. The Hitop is a significantly better-equipped option with more storage and pet access. The Budgie applies only where minimum cost and a lower driver age are the key filters.
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Full Spec Comparison
Capacity
Apollo Hitop
Travellers Autobarn Budgie
Seats
2
2
Sleeps
2
2
Bed Setup
1x double bed
1x double bed
Dimensions
Apollo Hitop
Travellers Autobarn Budgie
Length (m)
5.9
4.5
Width (m)
2.1
1.8
Height (m)
3.1
1.7
Interior Height (m)
1.9
1.2
Bathroom
Apollo Hitop
Travellers Autobarn Budgie
Toilet
Shower
Self-Contained
Kitchen
Apollo Hitop
Travellers Autobarn Budgie
Fridge (L)
78
—
Cooker
Gas cooker + microwave (240V only)
Portable gas cooker
Fresh Water (L)
110
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Features
Apollo Hitop
Travellers Autobarn Budgie
Rooftop Tent
Rear Awning
AC (Cabin)
AC (Living)
Heating
Solar
yes
no
Dual Battery
Tech
Apollo Hitop
Travellers Autobarn Budgie
Reverse Camera
Cruise Control
Bluetooth
USB Ports
CarPlay/Android Auto
—
no
Policy
Apollo Hitop
Travellers Autobarn Budgie
Min Driver Age
21
18
Pets Allowed
One-Way Policy
One-way hires allowed between Apollo branches; fee may apply and varies by ro...
One-way rentals allowed; minimum rental period varies from 10 to 35 days; a o...
AU Locations
10
6
Child Seat
No child or booster seats can be fitted.
Baby seat cannot be fitted. Booster seat available ($45).
After Hours
—
Pick-up and drop-off outside office hours available by arrangement via reserv...
Included
Apollo Hitop
Travellers Autobarn Budgie
Kitchen Kit
Bedding
Towels
Unlimited KM
Roadside Assist
Which Should You Choose?
Choose the Hitop if you…
- •travelling with pets
- •want more fridge space
Choose the Budgie if you…
- •prefer a more compact, easier-to-park vehicle
- •have a younger driver
Always verify specs and pricing directly with the rental company before booking — availability, features, and policies may have changed.