Thule Xsporter Pro Mid
A light, mid height clamp on rack for a rooftop tent or bikes on a compact or full size pickup. Pick an adjustable rack if you also haul ladders over the cab.
Thule $629.96$629.96
The Thule Xsporter Pro Mid rates 4.2 among truck bed racks carriers; the CURT 18145 Cargo Basket rates 4.0 among hitch carriers ones. The CURT 18145 Cargo Basket costs $511.18 less ($118.78 vs $629.96).
CURT 18145 Cargo Basket
A compact railed basket for small cars and crossovers, for anyone who needs one carrier that fits both hitch sizes.
Amazon $118.78$118.78
Prices were last checked November 2, 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 Mid | CURT 18145 Cargo Basket |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 83 $104.99 per 100 lb of rated load ($629.96, 600 lb) | 100 $23.76 per 100 lb of rated load ($118.78, 500 lb) |
| Capacity 20% | 67 600 lb on-road load rating | 67 500 lb load rating |
| Weight 15% | 100 weighs 42 lb | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 20% | 50 no drilling | 30 anti-rattle |
| Warranty 15% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| Thule Xsporter Pro Mid | CURT 18145 Cargo Basket | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Truck bed rack | Hitch basket or platform |
| Load rating | 600 lb | 500 lb |
| Cargo area | - | 48 x 20 x 6 in |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 42 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 | - | Yes |
| Adjustable height | No | - |
| No drilling | Yes | - |
| Net or straps included | No | No |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |
| Released | - | 2014-04-16 |