CURT 18100 Aluminum Tray Carrier vs Stromberg Carlson CC-100 Cargo Caddy

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The CURT 18100 Aluminum Tray Carrier is the better carrier overall, rated 4.0 to 3.9. The Stromberg Carlson CC-100 Cargo Caddy wins on value. The Stromberg Carlson CC-100 Cargo Caddy costs $59 less ($131.99 vs $190.99).

CURT 18100 Aluminum Tray Carrier vs Stromberg Carlson CC-100 Cargo Caddy

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.

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every hitch carriers carrier; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightCURT 18100 Aluminum Tray CarrierStromberg Carlson CC-100 Cargo Caddy
Overall rating4.0/53.9/5
Value 30%85 $38.20 per 100 lb of rated load ($190.99, 500 lb)100 $26.40 per 100 lb of rated load ($131.99, 500 lb)
Capacity 20%67 500 lb load rating67 500 lb load rating
Weight 15%50 weight not published (neutral score used)50 weight not published (neutral score used)
Features 20%57 folds up50 features not published (neutral score used)
Warranty 15%100 limited lifetime warranty50 warranty not published (neutral score used)

Specifications

CURT 18100 Aluminum Tray CarrierStromberg Carlson CC-100 Cargo Caddy
Capacity
TypeHitch basket or platformHitch basket or platform
Load rating500 lb500 lb
Cargo area60 x 20 x 2.8 in60 x 23 in
Build
MaterialAluminumSteel
Finishrawpowder coat
Fits receiver2 in2 in
Features
Folds upYes-
Tilts for hatch accessNo-
WarrantyLimited lifetime-
Released2012-02-152016-03-01

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