Extang Solid Fold 2.0 vs. BakFlip MX4: Head-to-Head of Two of the Top Tonneau Covers on the Market

If you are on the hunt for a hard fold tonneau cover for your truck you have no doubt come across two names over and over again: Extang and BakFlip. These heavyweights are two of the most popular tonneau covers on the market —and for good reason. You can’t go wrong with either choice, both Extand and BakFlip offer industry-leading durability, performance, and quality, but the devils are in the details. So, let’s break down what might give one of these tonneau covers an edge for your truck needs. Design & Materials Both Extang and BakFlip deliver durability, but they use different materials to get there. Extang Solid Fold 2.0 uses EnduraShield polymer panels, which resist dents and UV damage while providing a sleek matte-black finish. Meanwhile, BakFlip MX4 boasts heavy-duty aluminum panels with a premium matte coating, offering a rugged yet polished appearance. Both covers are hard folding and provide robust weather resistance, but BakFlip’s high-den...