Top 3 Rolling / Retractable Bed Covers

[@shanewhittemore]

You are a true expert my friend.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Thank you!!!

[@ronnovak1604]

Had a Pace Edwards powered cover for 16 years, never any problems other than the keyfob needed to be replaced. Loved the cover and especially the ease of use and ability to stop the cover in any spot, allowing to keep as much of the load as possible covered, and for lighter objects, could even use the cover to hold a taller item as the cover co5 be stopped against the object and it locks into place.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Pace Edwards makes a great cover. It deserves an honorable mention.

[@blackpepe]

ain't no body buying pace edwards's

[@timothyleemay]

Great review and comparison of these retractable covers. I was leaning towards Retrax -- but this video solidified my decision. After watching the video, I realized that Xtreme is actually one of the local dealers here in the Kansas City area. I ordered the Retrax Pro XR from Xtreme - it arrived quickly and they were able install it this week (actually, Josh who did this video did the installation!). Super happy - fantastic work, Josh, Mark and Xtreme Truck & Auto!

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Thank you!!! We apricate your business!

[@jasonburke7685]

@@XtremeTruckAutoWhats the difference between the Retrax PRO MX and the XR? Would be for a 2024 F350 short bed if that makes a difference. EDIT: Disregard. I found answer in another comment here. Was confused as I thought this video was the MX and it had the T-slot

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

@@jasonburke7685 the display had both rails on it. Thanks for pointing that out I will be sure to mention things like that in future vidoes.

[@kevinminer9889]

Thanks for the details and candid pro/con of covers. I’m in the hunt for my 22 Denali

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Absolutely!!! If you have any more questions on any cover lmk and I will give you pros and cons.

[@RK-nr8qf]

Very thorough comparison. Thanks.

[@TheEmmauswalk]

Best honest review my friend

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Thank you!!!!

[@johnjwatsonjr3835]

Great Video however from what I'm reading it seems as though the XR can use T-Slot accessories but not the MX? Looking to order one, not sure yes if that is important or not. Thanks!

[@dalltex]

Retrax Pro with the gloss finish on my '14 Sierra and still looks brand new after 195,000 miles. The only problem I have is that about a year ago the right side lock stopped opening with just using the flap. I have to open the tailgate and give it a slight tug backward for it to release. I just want to see other options now that the price is so high but will probably go with another on my new Silverado.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

You really can't go wrong with any of these covers. If you are looking for a hard folding I would recommend the Undercover Ultra Flex. For a soft rolling cover the Truxedo Lo Pro would be my recommendation. Best of luck finding your new cover.

[@stevestevens824]

I had the Roll & lock for 15 years never had any problems with it.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

That's awesome. Typically when I see issues with the roll n lock it due abuse or lack of maintenance. They are a great cover.

[@lesspam6601]

Great video!!! I have 3 questions. Does the Retrax require drilling? Any thoughts on how good these 3 are on keeping rain out? Do the drain tubes get clogged with debris?

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

First- Yes it does require drilling for the drain tubes. depending on the truck you might be able to drill plastic bed plugs and not the bed. However chevy and toyota you will be putting holes in the bed. Second- All 3 of the covers do incredibly well at keeping water out. However no cover is 100% waterproof. So car washes and torrential down pour you might a bit of water in the bed. Third- Yes they do it is rare. Most of the time it gets clogged is because people don't brush the leaves off of the cover and they fall in the canister. Thanks for watching hope this helps.

[@MarcMangan]

My retrax sucks. So many complaints from so many with side rail leaks. Looking to change. The truck2go looks very promising atleast from keeping water out.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

@@MarcMangan How long ago did you buy it? I have only seen one leak and I have been installing the for almost 10 years

[@jon8625]

Thanks for a super overview! I have a new Jeep Gladiator and will be buying one of these three. From what I have been able to find, Retrax is not an option for the Gladiator, so it comes to Truck Covers USA or Roll N Lock. One minor point is that the Gladiator already has 4 potential drain holes that would work if I went with Truck Covers. Any thoughts between these two? One concern I have is rattle--wonder if the vinyl covered Roll N Lock would be less likely to rattle.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Sorry to get back to you later than I had hoped. Things have been crazy here. The roll n lock will be a bit smoother in operation, as for which to go with I would like the TC USA epically if you do jeep things with it. TC USA you have the ability to set things on the cover with in reason with out damaging. As for the rattling I would think they would be about the same. Do you have a soft top?

[@jon8625]

@@XtremeTruckAuto thanks much for the reply! I have a hardtop. I doubt that I would need to put weight on the top but factors like rattle and drainage/leakage would be important.

[@DrunknOdin]

How do these perform in winter? Does anyone have any issues with freezing shut, not opening or snow building up?

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Most snow and stuff like that can be brushed off and the cover will function fine. But, when it come to ice it can freeze shut. It can depend on if it is sleet or freezing rain because the freezing rain will cause more problems than the sleet. Here in Kansas and Missouri rarely an issue but some where like New York or a place that gets lake effect winter weather I could be a different story.

[@scottlallemont]

Where can I find the Rhino rack products you used in the video?

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

www.rhinorack.com/en-us/products/roof-rack-extras/roof-rack-parts You can order direct from them or if you are located in KC area come by and we can get you set up.

[@joeobryant7084]

Of the retractable covers out on the market, is the retrax one of the better weather/rain proof? I wouod use mine for hunting/camping and looking for a better weather proof one. Thanks

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

To be honest, very rarely do I see any weather proof issues with any of these rolling covers. 99% of the time there is an issue it has to do with how it was installed or it had been abused in some way or another. I would have to say they are all about equally weather proof. One thing I will point out is the Retrax pro MX and TC UAS you will have the ability to put some weight in the cover its self. If you ever need to get something out of the back it's nice to have the ability to put a couple of thing on the cover instead of the ground. Retrax pro MX and TC USA hold up to 500 pounds of evenly distributed weight. Roll N lock is 120 LBS distributed.

[@joeobryant7084]

@XtremeTruckAuto thanks! I'm deciding between the retrax and a BAKFLIP F1 to see what's best. Appreciate it, thanks for the information

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

@@joeobryant7084 Anytime. Thanks for watching!!!

[@CHB-Tuber]

Retrax MX .. thoughts on the XR model? I was under the impression the MX didn't have the option for T-Slot rails .... that the XR was the version that offered the T-Slot rails.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

I would recommend the RetraxPRO MX or RetraxPRO XR because they are the metal cover. The only difference between MX and XR is the rails. I would shy away from the RetraxOne MX or RetraxONE XR they are polycarbonate. I haver seen more than one customer put a hole in a RetraxONE.

[@ChristopherRichards-wh2us]

Is there an option for a pull strap on the retrax? Like how the roll n lock and truck covers USA have to pull it closed from the tailgate.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Not directly from Retrax but I bet one could be added with a bit of ingenuity.

[@sipesta62]

What is your favorite cover if you have a crossover truck box?

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

That depends on what you are looking for out of the cover. Truxedo makes the lo-pro or Access make soft covers. If you are looking for a hard cover solid fold. These are the only cover companies that make them to work with a cross-box that I know of. I will tell you that with the Truxedo there is a wait for them to build the cover about 2-3 weeks. The other two can typically be found in stock.

[@lifes2short4bs73]

Do you know if the Retrax comes in white or bare aluminum? I'd like to avoid black so that my stuff isn't cooking inside the bed during summer time

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

They do not. Honestly I don't know of any rolling cover that come in white or bare aluminum. I know the fusion cover (ultra flex that is painted to match or color of choice), one piece undercover covers can come in white or painted to match, or the lo-max comes in silver diamond plate.

[@gusebewavy6744]

I’m looking for a retractable bed cover for my 6ft bed Tacoma what is the safest and securest bed cover? Something a thief will have a hard time getting into?

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Truck cover USA is the strongest of the covers. The price does reflect that but if security is your thing than that is the cover I would go with.

[@RobertoRaymon]

Does Retrax create a rolling cover that's made into a toolbox like the Truck Covers USA American Work Cover?

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Unfortunately, they do not.

[@powerstroke8994]

Great video. I am working on deciding for my 2023 F250 this VS a Diamondback

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Thank you! That is a great cover as well. The benefit to the diamond back is that it can have 400 lbs on top of it. I really just depends on what you are going to be using the bed for. For example if you plan on pulling with a goose neck or 5th wheel the rolling cover might be a better option.

[@davidlarson7994]

I currently have a diamondback cover, I also have a 5th wheel so I have to completely remove the diamondback to hitch up my RV. With the Retrax or Roll & Lock I could just open it, hook up to the 5th wheel and go. When I get to the camp site I could uncompleted, pull out then close the Retrax or Roll& Lock Easy peasy!

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

@@davidlarson7994 you are correct.

[@ChasVS391]

Have used this cover for over 5 years and no spring ever broke!

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Awesome to hear. It doesn't' happen often but I have seen it. I think the biggest factor on the longevity of it is how many times it is opened and closed.

[@johnnyrotten200]

You had mentioned that that are not impossible to get in to: completely understandable. However, would it be easier or harder to get into a rolling cover versus getting into a mounted toolbox? I currently have a tractor supply toolbox that I'm considering replacing with one of these three covers.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

The Truck Cover USA would be the strongest and I know they have one that has a tool box built into it. Retrax would be the next strongest fallowed by the Roll N Lock. Honestly, I know for a fact that you will be making quite a bit of noise to get into any of them tool box included. It's not easy to get into any of these covers. I have had to get into them when people have had their tailgate handle break and its a challenge. If you are looking for security being the only deciding factor. Truck Cover USA would be my recommendation.

[@Tierone1337]

I have the retrax xr pro and thieves easily pryed on the lock side and the lock broke . Effortless and quick. My tailgate was also damaged from prying on it.

[@hpain6261]

How about if I need a ladder rack?

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

All three companies have the ability to come with t channel rails. I believe that Retrax is the only one that changes the name and that one is called the xr. Same thing a the Retrax MX just comes with the t channel rails. A ladder rack and be added to the channels. If i need to be a longer cross bars can be added to the roof to help aid with long extension ladders. Make sure the cover and rack you pick are rated for the amount of weight you plain on carrying.

[@TheLevergunBum]

Super helpful video. Thank you.

[@chipsandguac2]

With the retrax MX, does it still have the T channel? If so, what is the difference betteen the Retrax MX and Retrax XR?

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

The Retrax MX and XR are the same cover the only difference is the rails. The XR has the T channel and the MX does not.

[@JDMSiR9]

how water proof are the rock n lock and retrax covers?

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

They will hold majority of the water out of your bed, like 99% if properly installed. Keep in mind that no cover is 100% water proof. Car washes and some heavy rains can get past the cover but its because of gaps in the bed, bedrail caps, tailgates etc..

[@skaverick]

How’s gatortrax compare to these for a tundra?

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Seems to be cheaper version of the Retrax. It is either made by Retrax and rebranded or a near exact knock off. I don't have any experience with any of their covers. If I had to guess it a rebrand because both are owned by Real Truck.

[@stephenr115]

Does the $2500 roll n lock have a lock on it?

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Are you asking about the Roll N Lock that is power opening and closing? If you are, it doesn't because the electric motor will keep it from being opened.

[@edwinsantiago8201]

Any videos on lomax

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Not yet but I do have a folding cover video planned. I will be sure to have the lomax in it.

[@michaeljackson6504]

You know if Retrax has a version to fit the 2024 Tacoma yet? Love that cover.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

They don't have one yet due to the bed being bigger on the 24. If you would like to know, I will see if I can get ahold of a Retrax Rep and possibly get you a lead time.

[@loumitti1842]

Roll n lock does.Im putting one this week on a 2024 TRD sport

[@aaronlindsay5641]

My Retrax slide right off going down the highway. The one time didn’t have it locked.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

I have a few questions only because I have never herd of this happening and I'm curious. So assuming the cover came out of the canister and rails. Was it in the open position unlocked? Did it bent the stops at the end of the rails? Was it while you were accelerating?

[@aaronlindsay5641]

@@XtremeTruckAuto the cover was closed meaning the bed was covered. I almost always would lock it but I didn’t that day. It did come off during a hard acceleration. It came out of the canister and stripped everything in the rails knocking down the tailgate when it let go. I couldn’t get off the road immediately so when I got turned around it was just in time to see a big rig run over it. Not being a busy highway and seeing it punted off the road I went on to take care of something, figured I could pick up what was left on my way back. Well when I got back it was gone. I really wanted to see what was left of it because there was absolutely nothing in the bed to give any clue as to what failed. This just happened a week ago, which is what led me to your video. I really, really liked that cover. Just doing a little research before buying another.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

@@aaronlindsay5641 That is crazy. I'm sorry that happened. If you were worried about that happening again, then the other two are a better choice. Because, the spring that pulls the cover open would keep that from happening again.

[@RealMNreviews]

I want a retrax but they don't make one for my 1992 f150 long box I don't think

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Unfortunately you are stuck with either a soft/ hard folding or roll up cover. None of the canister covers seem to be available.

[@johnjwatsonjr3835]

Hey following up here again so it seems you did mentione the pro mx and rhino rack but that wont work, i reached out to support. Guessing just a honest mistake.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Yes that is the case. I have not had a chance to answer your previous question due to the Holiday. XR has the t-channel slots and the Pro MX does not.

[@Craig_N]

The Lockpick Lawyer could get into the key'd bedcover in 5 seconds!

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

You think it would take him that long? He is a wizard when it comes to picking locks.

[@LukeBuzzard]

All it would take is for Lockpick Lawyer to glance over at it and it would just fling open in sheer terror.

[@Tierone1337]

A thief can get into it faster, less than 30 seconds . They just pry where the lock is on top of tailgate and Pop the lock. Thats how they got into my retrax xr pro and stole my expensive tools.

[@motorcopT2]

😂 They have to get a warrant Sold Sold Sold! 😂

[@chrismiesner6973]

Where you located

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Grandview Missouri

[@stephenr115]

I was told that a rolling hard top could not be put on my 2024 Silverado straight as the front of bed wider than back.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

That is not true. Whoever told you that is full of it and needs to read the install instructions. All three of these cover are designed to have there rails parallel. It's done with how the rail and canister are made and some sort of shims for the rails to get them as parallel as possible (there is some margin of forgiveness). For example the Roll N Lock has you add to brackets to the bed by the bulk head and some butyl to fill the gaps on the front edge of the bracket. Retrax does it though the bed rails being wider that the bulk head than the tail gate. It is important that the rails are parallel as possible so the cover can function smoothly.

[@manueloviedo1223]

I'm surprised there was no comparison of the cannister sizes.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

I apologize that I missed that but I will tell you that the roll n lock is the smallest and the Retrax and truck cover USA are about the same size.

[@manueloviedo1223]

@@XtremeTruckAuto good to know. Keep up the great work

[@CommercialRealEstate-TEXAS]

Secure the Bag

[@freezebrain4905]

Love these types of tonneaus. Wish they would get rid of the key it’s 2023 you can do better. I’d rather open my tailgate and pull a lever to open so it locks with the truck. I don’t want to carry around another key…

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

In my opinion the key is a necessary evil. Tailgates do fail to open or they break. If the cover was locked from the inside and the tailgate broke you would have to have some way of unlocking the cover. Otherwise you are going to be damaging the cover to get it open.

[@freezebrain4905]

@@XtremeTruckAuto what if it was an option to have a handle on the inside or a key for those who need it? My new truck works with my phone so I carry zero keys now and I really like it. Really hoping you guys make something for the Rivian!! Please❤️❤️❤️

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

@@freezebrain4905 I defiantly could see that happening in the future. Now that I am thinking about it the power open and close versions for these covers do not have keys. They are quite a bit more expensive but they do have a key fob..... so not much better. A phone app for the powered version would be super cool and then I guess you could have the key fob for back up. Fingers crossed they do something like that.

[@cobyb6947]

I’d like to have them programmable to the garage door opener that comes in most vehicles. Key fob as a back up.

[@randyenglehart3502]

I've been using a Truck Covers USA cover for nine years. I have the key but never use it. My tailgate has electric lock so the cover is locked with a closed tailgate. When I want to open the cover there is a handle attached to a steel cable that is pulled to release the cover. There is also a handle you can then use to release the latch if you don't want to cover to go completely open.

[@mikeaninger7388]

Wait…DON’T lubricate anything? That’s the first time I’ve heard a company tell me to not maintain the equipment.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

The Retrax has sealed ball barring rollers. So you don't need to lubricate them and shouldn't . Thing like WD 40 and other lubrications will get inside the baring, gum them up and cause more issues than help. The other covers will need lubrication every so often I recommend 303 because it will clean and lubricate without leaving a residue that will build up over time and cause issues.

[@chrischrispoole1210]

Sorry, a search of a vehicle includes the bed of the truck. Show me case law that says there needs to be a search warrant needed to access the bed, it's no different than the trunk of a sedan.

[@76erGrant]

10 year cop, presently a detective. Any facts or circumstances that would give rise to probable cause for a vehicle search(i.e. plain sight doctrine) are not going to cover a locked container without a warrant. Even a K9 alerting on a vehicle isn't going to satisfy most courts for a separate, locked container, especially one not in the cab or within arms reach of an occupant.

[@76erGrant]

Trunk of a sedan typically has a button or lever inside the cab that "opens" the trunk or a passageway from inside the cab through the rear seat. Therefore, not a separate, locked container.

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Keep in mind that I'm a mechanic NOT a lawyer and by no means qualified to give legal advice. So take what I say with a grain of salt. You should look into US vs Bradley. This involves a locked glove box in a vehicle that is being searched. Now some trucks will have the button that unlocks/opens the tailgate so I have no idea how that would happen to shake out. Like I said in the description of the video and this comment I'm not a lawyer. I am not qualified to give legal advice.

[@CSltz]

Any one know of a video of security? How noisy and difficult is it to get inside. I saw one from Rollnlock .But that was years ago. I had no problem with the two Rollnlocks that I’ve had.

[@coreym7694]

​@@76erGrantTrucks have tailgates. Tailgates are typically unlocked when your doors are unlocked (in most trucks made in the last 15 years). Therefore, not a separate locked space.

[@76erGrant]

F

[@joespanojr]

Sorry but peragon is the best

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Strongly disagree. I have had more problems and unsatisfied customers when I comes to the Peragon. Their lock system is the worst part of that cover. Just pulled one off for a customer the other day and installed a ultra flex. We even put it back in the box for them so they could send it back.

[@aaronkowalewski659]

Im looking for a retractable cover. Are there any that will allo the use of TraRac sliding rack with the bed slide rails? The Roll and Lock M series looks like it leaves the bed rails free for them to fit. But do you recommend any in particular? Thanks

[@XtremeTruckAuto]

Thule might make a foot for the TracRac that will work with the bed covers t channel rails, but all of the one that I have see either hook over the bed rail and clamp on or use Thule's track system. The roll n lock would be your best bet to get there track system to fit with the cover, but I have neve tried to use them both. I would take some measurements if you have the TracRac system already and give Rollnlock a call to see if it will work. All three companies have great customer service.