A Black Friday "deal" is often a normal price next to an inflated list price. Here a carrier only counts as on sale when its checked price is at least 15% below its own typical price over the last 90 days, from our price history. The best-rated models are listed too, since many are good value without a sale.
On sale now
No carrier rated 3.8 or higher is 15% or more below its typical price at the last price check (October 31, 2026). Prices are rechecked through the sales; this list updates when one drops. See the recent price changes.
Best buys at their normal price
The top-rated models in each type. A sale on one of these is worth more than a big discount on a weaker model.
Best Hitch Cargo Carriers
- VEVOR 60 x 24 Folding Cargo Carrier#1 of 17Full review
A complete budget kit with a full size folding basket, bag and straps, for occasional road trips.
Amazon $150.85$150.85500 lb-Steel - CURT 18100 Aluminum Tray Carrier#2 of 17Full review
A rust proof folding tray for 2 in hitches, for buyers in wet or salted road areas who want aluminum without paying for a ramp model.
Amazon $190.99$190.99500 lb-Aluminum - CURT 18109 Folding Tray Carrier#3 of 17Full review
A budget full width folding tray for 2 in hitches, for buyers who want 500 lb of capacity and do not need tall sides.
Amazon $154.99$154.99500 lb-Steel
Best Hitch Cargo Boxes
- Buyers Products 1707020 Hitch Cargo Box#1 of 4Full review
A tough, waterproof utility chest on a hitch frame, for work trucks and campers who value capacity over looks or hatch access.
Amazon $509.99$509.9917 cu ft-Plastic - Thule Arcos XL with Platform#2 of 4Full review
The biggest Thule hitch box, for ski trips and large luggage loads on vehicles whose hatch clears the box.
Amazon $1,499.90$1,499.9015.9 cu ft72 lb- - Thule Arcos Box L with Tilt Platform#3 of 4Full review
A premium lockable hitch box for EV and crossover owners who want roof box space without lifting gear overhead and still need the hatch to open.
Amazon $1,749.90$1,749.9014 cu ft82.7 lb-
Best Truck Bed Racks
- Thule TracRac TracOne#1 of 13Full review
The value pick for a pickup owner who needs to carry ladders or lumber over the cab. It is a work rack, not an overland platform.
Amazon $435.34$435.34800 lb42 lbAluminum - Malone TradeSport#2 of 13Full review
A well priced aluminum work rack for pickup owners who haul ladders or boats over the cab. Overlanders wanting a low tent platform should look at lower racks.
Amazon $394.95$394.95800 lb58 lbAluminum - Thule TracRac SR#3 of 13Full review
A work rack for full size pickups hauling long, heavy loads over the cab. Weekend overlanders will pay for capacity they may not use.
Amazon $999.95$999.951,250 lb58 lbAluminum
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.