For a mid size pickup carrying a light rooftop tent or bikes at bed rail height. Heavier loads need a stronger rack.
Amazon $599.95The Thule Xsporter Pro Low rates 3.2 among truck bed racks carriers; the CURT 18110 Steel Tray Carrier rates 3.1 among hitch carriers ones. The CURT 18110 Steel Tray Carrier costs $472.97 less ($126.98 vs $599.95).

A small, inexpensive tray for cars and crossovers with a 1-1/4 in hitch, for light loads like a cooler or a duffel.
Amazon $126.98Prices 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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (truck bed racks and hitch carriers), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Thule Xsporter Pro Low | CURT 18110 Steel Tray Carrier |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 24 $272.70 per 100 lb of rated load ($599.95, 220 lb) | 79 $42.33 per 100 lb of rated load ($126.98, 300 lb) |
| Capacity 20% | 3 220 lb on-road load rating | 0 300 lb load rating |
| Weight 15% | 100 weighs 17.6 lb | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 20% | 50 no drilling | 0 none of the scored features |
| Warranty 15% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| Thule Xsporter Pro Low | CURT 18110 Steel Tray Carrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Truck bed rack | Hitch basket or platform |
| Load rating | 220 lb | 300 lb |
| Static load rating | 550 lb | - |
| Cargo area | - | 48 x 20 x 2.8 in |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 17.6 lb | - |
| Material | Aluminum | Steel |
| Finish | black | powder coat |
| Fits receiver | - | 1.25 or 2 in |
| Features | ||
| Folds up | - | No |
| Tilts for hatch access | - | No |
| Anti-rattle | - | No |
| Adjustable height | No | - |
| No drilling | Yes | - |
| Net or straps included | No | No |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |