Truck Bed, SUV Trunk or Roof Rack? Best Cargo Net Options by Size and Mesh

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The best cargo net is the one sized for where your gear actually rides. A 4 by 6 foot latex net that suits a pickup bed is useless in a sedan trunk, and a small trunk net won’t hold camping gear in a roof basket. So we sorted by location first and features second.

We compared seven nets, every one in stock and sold by the brand’s own store: four truck bed nets in different sizes and mesh patterns, a custom-fit net for one truck family, a small latex net for roof racks and hitch baskets, and a dual-layer nylon net for SUV trunks. For each one we quote the size, stretch, mesh, hook count and material exactly as the listing gives them, and we flag what’s missing.

A net keeps loose items from bouncing around or blowing out. It doesn’t replace straps on heavy items, and it only works if the anchor points it hooks to are solid.

Our Top Cargo Net Picks at a Glance

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1. AUTOWN Truck Bed Cargo Net (4 x 4 ft): Best Overall Truck Bed Net

AUTOWN’s truck bed net is a flat, highly elastic net with what the listing calls an ultra-fine 1 inch by 1 inch mesh. The specs file gives the size as 48 by 48 inches, and the package includes eight metal carabiners, which AUTOWN calls climbing buckles, and a storage bag.

The design goal is to hold loose items flat against the bed. Rather than tying a load with separate cords, you clip the carabiners to the bed’s tie-down points and let the net’s stretch press down on whatever sits underneath. AUTOWN describes reinforced mesh joints and a straightforward locking mechanism meant to make the job quick.

The fine mesh is the practical difference. Small items such as balls, grocery bags, toolboxes and sports gear are less likely to slip through a 1 inch grid than through a 4 inch one. AUTOWN lists pickups, trailers, Jeeps, SUVs, ATV/UTVs and boats as fits, and says the net stands up to water, sunlight and snow.

It suits pickup owners who mostly carry everyday items in the bed and want them to stay put through turns and stops, without a pile of loose bungees. Because it’s light and folds into its bag, it can stay behind the seat between uses without taking up much room.

Why we like it

• 1 x 1 in mesh
• Eight metal carabiners
• Two-year warranty field

Watch out for

AUTOWN doesn’t say how far the net stretches or what it’s made of, so measure your bed’s anchor spacing first.

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2. Suu66 Heavy Duty Cargo Net (5 x 7 ft): Best Large Truck Bed Net

Suu66’s net is the biggest here: 5 by 7 feet relaxed, which the title says stretches to 15 by 21 feet. It’s a latex bungee net with what the brand calls a thick 5 mm latex core and handmade knotting, and it comes with twelve carabiners and a zipper storage bag.

The carabiners are anodized aluminum alloy, which Suu66 says gives corrosion-free performance even under punishing use. With twelve clip points, you can spread the net across the full length of a bed or trailer and pull it down over a pile of gear, camping equipment or yard bags.

Day to day, the extra size helps with tall or uneven loads. A smaller net stretched to its limit pulls hard on each anchor, while a larger one can drape over a load with stretch to spare. Suu66 says the net works on cargo carriers and luggage racks too, and names Dodge RAM, Ford, Chevy and Toyota trucks in the title.

It suits full-size pickup and utility trailer owners who carry piled or oddly shaped loads and want one net that can cover the whole bed. Check the mesh in the photos, since the listing doesn’t give the grid size. The zipper bag keeps the big net from tangling when it’s off the truck.

Why we like it

• Biggest relaxed and stretched size
• Twelve aluminum carabiners
• One-year warranty field

Watch out for

The listing gives no mesh size or weight, and its “can bear great weight” line isn’t a load rating.

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3. Migaven Heavy Duty Cargo Net (4 x 6 ft): Best 4 x 6 Net With Spare Clips

Migaven’s 4 by 6 foot net is built from what the listing calls extremely sturdy 5 mm premium latex rubber and nylon, with a 4 inch by 4 inch mesh grid and knotted joints. The title says it stretches to 10 by 15 feet, and it ships in a zipper bag.

Hardware is generous. You get twelve ABS plastic clips and twelve aluminum D-shaped clips, which Migaven describes as anodized aluminum alloy for corrosion resistance. The plastic clips are gentler on painted rails, and the aluminum D-clips suit tie-down rings and loops.

Migaven says the net fits roof racks and luggage racks on pickups, trucks, trailers, Jeeps, SUVs, ATV/UTVs and boats. In practice, 4 by 6 feet is a flexible size: big enough to cover a mid-size bed, small enough to pull over a roof basket without a lot of slack, and the knotted grid keeps the net from bunching.

It suits drivers who move a net between a truck bed, a trailer and a roof rack and want a pile of extra clips for different anchor points. Small items may slip through the 4 inch squares, so pair it with a bin or a bag for loose bits. The zipper bag holds the net and all 24 clips between trips.

Why we like it

• Two kinds of clips, 24 in all
• Stretches to 10 x 15 ft
• Knotted 4 x 4 in grid

Watch out for

The warranty and weight fields are empty, and the 4 inch grid won’t stop small items.

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4. Rhino USA Bungee Cargo Net Set (4 x 6 ft + Mini Net): Best Two-Net Set

Rhino USA sells a two-net kit: a 4 by 6 foot bungee net for the truck bed and a 15 by 15 inch mini net for motorcycle racks, ATV cargo areas and other small spaces. Both are made from what the brand calls 3/16 inch bungee material, and they store in an included carrying case.

The big net is aimed at awkward loads. Rhino USA mentions hauling brush, camping gear and other irregular-shaped cargo in the bed. You clip the corrosion-resistant carabiners to the bed’s anchors and stretch the net down over the pile, so lumpy items get held from above rather than tied one by one.

The mini net is the bonus. A 15 inch square holds a helmet, a jacket or a small bag on a rear rack, which a truck bed net can’t do without bunching. Rhino USA describes both nets as durable and weather-resistant for road and off-road use.

It suits households with a pickup plus a motorcycle, ATV or bike rack who would rather buy one kit than two separate nets. The case keeps both together in the truck or garage, so the small net isn’t lost when you need it. Check the photos for the mesh size and clip count, since the bullets don’t list them.

Why we like it

• Two nets in one kit
• 3/16 in bungee material
• Carrying case

Watch out for

The listing doesn’t say how many carabiners come in the set or how big the mesh is.

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5. Muslogy Cargo Net for Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra: Best Custom-Fit Truck Net

Muslogy’s net is made for one truck family: the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500, 2500HD and 3500HD. The brand says it was designed from laser scanning data to fit those beds, and installation is simply clipping the included carabiners to the truck’s default anchors.

The material is what Muslogy calls LockNflex. The brand says it locks small items in place so they don’t fall out, while also stopping larger items such as groceries and tools from rolling while you drive. Six mounting points spread the hold across the bed.

The carabiners get attention in the listing too: heavy-duty metal, which Muslogy describes as 25 percent thicker and twice as heavy, though it doesn’t say compared with what. Because the net is shaped for the bed, there’s less guessing about stretch and slack than with a universal net.

It suits Silverado and Sierra owners who want a net that fits the bed and anchors without improvising. Check your model year and cab and bed configuration against the listing before you order, since the title and bullets give slightly different year ranges. Owners of other trucks should skip it; it isn’t sold as a universal net, and a fitted shape only helps on the bed it was designed for.

Why we like it

• Shaped for one truck family
• Six mounting points
• Top seller in Cargo Nets

Watch out for

It fits only the listed Silverado and Sierra trucks, and the listing’s year ranges don’t match exactly.

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6. CZC AUTO Latex Bungee Cargo Net (22 x 38 in): Best for Roof Racks and Hitch Baskets

CZC AUTO’s net is a small black latex bungee net, 22 by 38 inches, that the listing says stretches to 44 by 76 inches. It uses 3/16 inch latex bungee and a 2 by 2 inch mesh, which the brand points out is smaller than the 3 inch grids on many luggage nets.

Twelve movable ABS plastic hooks slide along the edge so you can line them up with the bars of a roof basket or the frame of a hitch tray. CZC AUTO says the plastic avoids scratches and rust, unlike steel hooks.

The fit guidance is unusually specific. CZC AUTO names SUVs, ATVs, snowmobiles, vans and minivans with roof rails, rooftop racks, rooftop cargo carriers, hitch baskets and hitch trays, and says the net is not suitable for a truck bed or an oversize rooftop basket above 38 by 42 inches. That makes it easy to rule in or out before you buy.

It suits drivers who carry duffels, coolers or camping gear in a roof basket or on a hitch tray and want a tight grid that keeps small items in. The listing also mentions a 30-day money-back policy and a 12-month warranty for quality issues. Measure your basket or tray before ordering, since the brand gives a clear upper size limit.

Why we like it

• Tight 2 x 2 in mesh
• Sliding hooks for rack bars
• Clear fitment limits

Watch out for

It’s sized for racks and baskets, not truck beds, and the warranty terms appear only in the bullets, not the warranty field.

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7. BFXM Dual-Layer Nylon Cargo Net (35.4 x 15.7 in): Best Trunk Net for SUVs

BFXM’s trunk net is a dual-layer nylon weave, 35.4 by 15.7 inches in this listing, meant to sit along the back or floor of an SUV or sedan cargo area. The brand also sells 43.3 by 15.7 inch and 51.2 by 17.7 inch versions on the same page for larger SUVs and minivans, so pick the size that matches your cargo area.

BFXM says the double-layer nylon gives strength and elasticity and stretches up to twice its original size. Each net comes with four swivel hooks, four hangers and four screws. The swivel hooks clip to existing anchor points; the hangers and screws are there if your trunk lacks them, which means fastening hardware to the vehicle.

Day to day, a trunk net keeps bags, bottles and sports balls from rolling across the floor when you corner or brake. BFXM lists travel, off-roading and shopping as uses, and the net folds small enough to leave in the trunk all the time.

It suits commuters and families who mostly need to stop groceries from tipping over, not secure a load in an open bed. At a listed 0.15 pounds, it adds essentially nothing to what you carry. Measure the width of your cargo area before choosing among the three sizes.

Why we like it

• Dual-layer nylon
• Swivel hooks
• Three sizes offered

Watch out for

The size field in the specs file looks like the package, not the net, and mounting may need screws if your trunk has no hooks.

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How We Chose the Best Cargo Net

We started with nets that were in stock and sold by the brand’s own store, then compared what each listing states:

• Where it goes: truck bed, SUV or sedan trunk, roof rack or hitch basket.
• Size and stretch: relaxed dimensions and the stretched size, as listed.
• Mesh: grid size, since small items slip through large squares.
• Hooks: how many, and whether they are metal carabiners, aluminum D-clips or plastic hooks.
• Evidence: material, seller, sales rank, warranty field and any empty or odd fields.

We capped each brand at one pick. All seven landed in our lowest price tier, so the spread here is about size and vehicle type, not price.

Cargo Net Buying Guide

Best Cargo Net for Truck Bed

Measure the distance between your bed’s tie-down points before you choose a size. The AUTOWN (48 x 48 in) fits short and standard beds with a fine 1 inch mesh. The Migaven and Rhino USA nets are 4 by 6 feet, and the Suu66 is the largest at 5 by 7 feet. If you drive a Silverado or Sierra, the Muslogy is shaped for those beds and clips to the factory anchors. Heavy items such as appliances or a mower still need straps; our ratchet strap guide covers working load limits.

Best Cargo Net for Car Trunk

Trunk nets solve a different problem: bags and bottles sliding around inside the car. The BFXM is the trunk net in this guide, with dual-layer nylon and swivel hooks. If you want compartments rather than a net, our trunk organizer guide compares bins and dividers.

Best Bungee Cargo Net

Bungee nets are woven from elastic cord rather than flat webbing, so they stretch down over piled or uneven loads. The Rhino USA and CZC AUTO list 3/16 inch bungee material, the Suu66 lists a 5 mm latex core and the Migaven lists 5 mm latex rubber and nylon. For a single item, a few individual cords can do the job; our bungee cord guide compares hook types and lengths.

Best Heavy Duty Cargo Net

Every listing here uses “heavy duty” somewhere, and none gives a working load rating. Read “heavy duty” as a description of materials, not a capacity. What you can compare is size, hardware and mesh: the Suu66 and Migaven each come with 12 or more metal or aluminum clips, the AUTOWN with eight metal carabiners and the Muslogy with six mounting points. A net holds items down; it doesn’t make an overloaded bed safe.

Best Cargo Net for SUV

SUV owners have two choices. Inside the vehicle, a trunk net like the BFXM keeps items in place. On top or behind, a small latex net like the CZC AUTO suits roof baskets, rails and hitch trays; the brand lists a 22 by 38 inch size that stretches to 44 by 76 inches and says it is not for baskets above 38 by 42 inches. Using a receiver-mounted basket? Our hitch cargo carrier guide covers capacity and tongue weight.

Unsecured Loads Are a Road Hazard

A loose load is more than a nuisance. In a release on an AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety study, AAA reports that more than 200,000 crashes involved debris on U.S. roadways over four years, with about 39,000 injuries and more than 500 deaths between 2011 and 2014. About two-thirds of debris-related crashes came from items falling from a vehicle because of improper maintenance and unsecured loads.

AAA also notes that every state has laws making it illegal for items to fall from a vehicle, with most states’ penalties being fines from $10 to $5,000 and at least 16 states listing jail as a possible punishment. Its advice for securing a load:

• Tie down the load with rope, netting or straps.
• Tie large objects directly to the vehicle or trailer.
• Cover the entire load with a sturdy tarp or netting.
• Don’t overload the vehicle.
• Always double-check the load to make sure it is secure.

Check the net and its hooks before each trip, too. Replace a net with broken strands or a clip that no longer closes, and re-check the load after the first few miles, since stretch can loosen as things settle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size cargo net do I need for a truck bed?

Measure between your bed’s tie-down points. A 4 by 4 foot net like the AUTOWN suits short and standard beds, 4 by 6 foot nets like the Migaven and Rhino USA cover mid-size beds, and the 5 by 7 foot Suu66 suits full-size beds and piled loads.

What is the best cargo net for a car trunk?

For keeping bags and bottles from sliding around inside the car, a trunk net such as the BFXM dual-layer nylon net is the right type. Truck bed nets are too large for a trunk.

Does mesh size matter on a cargo net?

Yes. Small items can slip through large squares. The AUTOWN lists a 1 by 1 inch mesh and the CZC AUTO a 2 by 2 inch mesh, while the Migaven uses a 4 by 4 inch grid that suits larger items.

Can I use a cargo net instead of ratchet straps?

For light, loose items, often yes. None of these listings gives a working load rating, so heavy items such as appliances or equipment should be strapped down with ratchet straps rated for the load, with a net over the top for smaller pieces.

Is it illegal to drive with an unsecured load?

AAA says every state has laws that make it illegal for items to fall from a vehicle, with most states’ fines ranging from $10 to $5,000. Check your own state’s rules, secure the load with netting or straps and double-check it before you drive.

The Bottom Line

For most pickups, the AUTOWN 4 x 4 net is the best cargo net buy: fine 1 inch mesh, eight metal carabiners and the longest warranty field here. Go bigger with the Suu66 5 x 7 or the Migaven 4 x 6, get two nets with the Rhino USA set, or pick the Muslogy if you drive a Silverado or Sierra. For roof baskets and hitch trays, the CZC AUTO fits; for groceries in an SUV trunk, the BFXM. Whatever you choose, double-check the load before you pull out.

Hauling gear on your truck or SUV? Ask your agent how your coverage applies; our Portsmouth car insurance guide is a good start. Call Jeff Smith’s State Farm office at (740) 354-7747 or request a free coverage review.