BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding vs TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Rolling
Both made our Best Hard Tonneau Covers shortlist, at #1 and #2. Here's how they differ and who each one suits.
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Quick verdict
Choose the BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed if you want highest weight rating of any folding cover in this roundup at 500 lbs distributed. Choose the TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Rolling Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2024 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed if you'd rather have bridges folding and retractable at a lower price than a true retractable canister system. Overall we rank the BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Hard Tonneau Covers list.
Winner overall: BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed
BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed vs TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Rolling Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2024 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed compared
Every difference that matters, in one table.
| Attribute |  | |
|---|---|---|
| Our ranking | #1 of 10 in Best Hard Tonneau Covers | #2 of 10 in Best Hard Tonneau Covers |
| Pick label | Best overall | |
| Brand | BAK Industries | TruXedo |
| Key features | Hard folding tri-panel aluminum design; 500 lb distributed weight rating; Automatic panel latching as the cover closes | Heavy-duty aluminum slats pressure-bonded to matte-black fabric; Bundles at the front of the bed without a full canister housing; Not rated for standing weight |
| Biggest strength | Highest weight rating of any folding cover in this roundup at 500 lbs distributed | Bridges folding and retractable at a lower price than a true retractable canister system |
| Main trade-off | 90-plus lb panel assembly still needs two people to align rails during install | Not rated to bear any standing or cargo weight, unlike folding hard covers in this same list |
| Best for | Most buyers | Most buyers |
Which should you buy?
#1 pick · Best overall
Choose the BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed if…
- Highest weight rating of any folding cover in this roundup at 500 lbs distributed
- Panels latch automatically as you close each section, no separate locking step
- 6,800 ratings at 4.7 stars is the strongest review volume-to-score combination here
Prefer the alternative? See the TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Rolling Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2024 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed section.
#2 pick
Choose the TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Rolling Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2024 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed if…
- Bridges folding and retractable at a lower price than a true retractable canister system
- Under-30-minute no-drill install is faster than most folding hard covers
- Matte-black fabric surface hides scuffs better than bare powder-coated aluminum
Prefer the alternative? See the BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed section.
Pros and cons of each
BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed
Pros
- Highest weight rating of any folding cover in this roundup at 500 lbs distributed
- Panels latch automatically as you close each section, no separate locking step
- 6,800 ratings at 4.7 stars is the strongest review volume-to-score combination here
- No-drill stake pocket install avoids any warranty risk questions
- 5-year warranty range (-40°F to 180°F) covers real climate extremes, not just a marketing number
Cons
- 90-plus lb panel assembly still needs two people to align rails during install
- Folded stack near the cab reduces clearance for tall cab-mounted accessories
TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Rolling Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2024 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed
Pros
- Bridges folding and retractable at a lower price than a true retractable canister system
- Under-30-minute no-drill install is faster than most folding hard covers
- Matte-black fabric surface hides scuffs better than bare powder-coated aluminum
- Slat-and-fabric bundle takes up less front-of-bed clearance than a full retractable canister
Cons
- Not rated to bear any standing or cargo weight, unlike folding hard covers in this same list
- 3,100 ratings is the lowest review count among the hard covers featured here
- Fabric backing between slats is a wear point that pure-aluminum folding panels don't have
BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed vs TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Rolling Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2024 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed: common questions
Which is better, the BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed or the TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Rolling Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2024 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed?
Choose the BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed if you want highest weight rating of any folding cover in this roundup at 500 lbs distributed. Choose the TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Rolling Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2024 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed if you'd rather have bridges folding and retractable at a lower price than a true retractable canister system. Overall we rank the BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Hard Tonneau Covers list.
What is the difference between the BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed and the TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Rolling Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2024 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed?
The BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed stands out because highest weight rating of any folding cover in this roundup at 500 lbs distributed, while the TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Rolling Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2024 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed stands out because bridges folding and retractable at a lower price than a true retractable canister system. The trade-offs differ too: the BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed's main caveat is that 90-plus lb panel assembly still needs two people to align rails during install, and the TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Rolling Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2024 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed's is that not rated to bear any standing or cargo weight, unlike folding hard covers in this same list.
Is the BAK BAKFlip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2020 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed worth it over the TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Rolling Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2024 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Rolling Truck Bed Tonneau Cover, Fits 2015-2024 Ford F-150 5'7" Bed instead if 90-plus lb panel assembly still needs two people to align rails during install is a deal-breaker for you.