Best Cargo Box Reviews 2018

The cost of getting a cargo box is definitely way below that of getting a second car, and the benefits also outweigh replacing a car that has been damaged by overload. The price of a cargo box like any product is affected by many factors like the material it's made of, design, brand, and size amongst others. You can get a cargo box for as low as $50 or as high as $600. Note that there are high end cargo boxes which are more expensive than the price stated.

There are also cheap cargo boxes as we found out during our research, but the reason they are not featured in this review is because they are not made with top quality material and are not durable. We have confidence in the products/brands featured and know that any choice made based on this review would afford you great value for your money.

As you make a choice for your cargo box, you need to know the features that are important so that you'll be able to make a purchase that would give you what you’re looking for. Some of those features are:

• Size - The dimensions of the box should be measured in relation to the vehicle it will be strapped onto and the volume of things it can carry
• Compatibility with Vehicle - Check that the model you want is compatible with your vehicle
• Ease of Installation - Find out how easy it is to install
• Design - This would determine the type of stuff you can carry in it; suitcases/ skis/ hiking gear, ect.
• Ease of Access and Use - Ensure that it's convenient to open and reach your stuff
• Material and Finish- This would determine how it would look on your vehicle and its durability
• Manufacturer’s Warranty - This shows how confident a manufacturer is about its’ product
• Weight Capacity – Ensure that you don’t exceed the weight capacity of your vehicle or cargo box
• Firmness – This would affect its stability on the vehicle when in motion

If you're still feeling weighed down by all the information, keep reading and all will become clear!

As you go shopping for a cargo box, you need to bear in mind that whatever design you get has to be compatible with your vehicle. Check for the height and width in relation to your vehicle and your garage entrance especially if you plan to leave the cargo box on the vehicle for long durations. If you'd just install it for the periodic trips and short periods, then you may not have to bother about the height clearance for your garage entrance. You'd also not want to have a cargo box that's too wide for your vehicle; it might encumber you on your trip.

There are different designs of cargo boxes, and each design has specific items that they are most suited for. Long and narrow cargo boxes are ideal for snowboards and items with such designs, so they work well for packing items for camps and beach outings. The short and wide ones are suitable for household stuff and other items. You might need to carry both skis and household items on your trip so before you purchase a box, fit some of that stuff in it if you can but if you can’t, then ensure you read many reviews to find out from people who have bought and used the type of box you are considering.

The material the cargo box is made of will determine its durability. You don't want to get a box that's made of thin cheap material that may come apart on the highway some day. It pays to spend a little extra to get a box made of top quality material, whether it is plastic, reinforced rubber or fabric. It ideally should be water/ weather proof because it would be on the roof of your vehicle and will encounter all sorts of weather conditions (especially for the very adventurous traveler).

Some cargo boxes have a dual opening; this means that you can open it from two sides; you can alight from any side of the vehicle and access it. Ensure that the locks are secure enough to keep the box firmly closed even as you speed along on the freeway.

Look out for the ease of installation when considering a box. If the box is going to remain on the roof for a long period, you might not be unduly concerned about spending time installing it properly but if you have the box for just short weekend trips or the occasional events that you have extra luggage, you might not want a model that would take up so much time installing and dismantling it.

Make sure that you know the weight capacity of your car so that you don’t get a box that exceeds the maximum weight capacity of vehicle. This will impact on the speed and stability of your vehicle, or worse still -- dent the roof of the vehicle. Cargo boxes with sleek designs have aerodynamics which work with your vehicle and allows you to travel faster and with less noise than designs without this feature.