GFC Topper vs A.R.E. Topper Comparison | Truck Camper Battle and Review

We reviewed and compared the GFC Topper and A.R.E. Topper side by side to help you decide what might be the right choice for you.

[tonyalewis]

Thanks for doing an in depth comparison on these two toppers. I currently have a 2002 Ranger with an ARE that I’ve enjoyed for over 20 years. I’m looking at new pickups & toppers so this helps!

[jw]

Background music is distracting. Would be nice to hear comparison to rsi smartcap. How was gfc for water leaks around panels and tailgate?

[ideaplusagency]

Wish you had some b-roll of video production packout and unloading. Great video though!

[pv]

Thank you for the comparison video. This is exactly what I was looking for.

[kiwionarope]

The trouble Ive found with ARE is trying to actually buy one. Ive been contacting them through their website twice, and twice through the dealer in the city I live in and 3 months later, no one has got back to me. Started looking elsewhere but my only options are Leer and ARE as Im not keen on the other big, bulky looking things that arent color matched to the vehicle.

[CanadianCampPurr]

Love the reviews!!!....Looking for a tent topper, if you guys get the chance please review Pack Out campers.
Similar to GFC but with more options.

[ideaplusagency]

Thanx!! Have an F150 and been searching for more video production "pickup" solutions.

[joshuawaters]

The GFC is awesome but there isn’t an option for side windows and that takes it out of the running for me

[InspectorI]

The GFC costs Twice what the ARE does. Not exactly a comparable ?

[lnchappo]

Why did you choose a GFC topper vs an RSI smartcap? Any considerations- I am currently between these two

[scottburrell]

Good review, background music super annoying…

[joelaimone]

Is that a Wiredhaired Pointing Griffon in the unfocused background?

[thebigempty_]

What about heat and cold transfer?? I have an ARE Z series on my Tundra and it's carpeted - the aluminum is not as good an insulator as fiberglass and the carpeting.

[bm]

What color did you put on the ARE? Looks matte

[docimma]

Is there a Topper with expandable roof? (defender expandable roof topper in the EU)

[PackAnimalTruths]

I’d get an Alu Cab contour canopy before either of these two.

[ammouragingjudge]

Word of the day must be functionality.

[absolute.freedom]

GFC looks nice. Just too expensive and way long lead time, too bad.

[ravhybrid]

the guy is BSing it does not weigh 135 spec'd out the way he has it. and on that particular vehicle. liar