Best GMC Canyon Tonneau and Bed Covers

Bed Cover Benefits

So, why install a bed cover in the first place? 

As aforementioned, bed covers offer outstanding protection against the elements, keeping your cargo safe and dry! With waterproof coverings, perimeter seals, hook-and-loop fasteners, and drain channels/tubes, tonneau covers keep moisture out of your Canyon’s bed and off your valuables. Aside from harsh weather conditions, bed covers also guard against theft! 

Uncovered, your Canyon’s bed is highly theft-prone; it only takes a few seconds for a thief to approach your unattended pickup’s bed, reach over the bed rail, and make away with your belongings. Bed covers encapsulate your Canyon’s cargo area, hiding your valuables out of sight and deterring thieves. Some bed covers even feature key-lockable handles and auto-locking latches; when paired with a locking tailgate, your valuables in the bed are safer than those in the cab! Other benefits include improved aerodynamics and sleek aesthetics. 

So the real question isn’t why should you install a tonneau cover, but why wouldn’t you?

Bed Cover Styles

No two bed covers are created equal. These popular pickup accessories come in several styles, materials, and price points, but which is right for you? Let’s dig into the most popular bed cover styles and their key features and characteristics.

• Hard Folding: A folding tonneau cover with rigid top panels, typically constructed from fiberglass-reinforced polymer (FRP) or aluminum. These covers are highly secure and usually offer full bed access when opened. 

• Soft Folding: A folding tonneau cover with soft fabric top panels, typically constructed from marine-grade vinyl or canvas stretched over a rigid aluminum frame. These covers are lightweight, easy to operate, and cost-effective; however, most only offer ⅔ bed access when opened.

• Roll-Up: A tonneau cover featuring rolling operation, typically constructed of soft canvas or vinyl, with or without vulcanized aluminum/polycarbonate slats. This style offers intuitive operation and full bed access when opened. 

• Retractable: A tonneau cover featuring an interlocking slat construction, with or without a soft canvas/vinyl overlay. These covers feature a bulkhead-mounted canister that the cover rolls into, offering nearly full bed access when opened. Retractable tonneau covers come in manual-retractable and power-retractable variants, with the latter featuring an electric motor and handheld remote for opening and closing.

• One-Piece: A tonneau cover featuring a durable, one-piece ABS of fiberglass construction. These covers feature bulkhead-mounted hinges, allowing them to open toward the rear for bed access. These covers are highly secure and sleek; however, they make hauling oversized items difficult. When paired with a BedRug Classic Bed Liner, a one-piece tonneau cover transforms your Canyon’s bed into a massive trunk!  

For additional information on tonneau cover styles and variances, check out our guide on the Best Tonneau Covers of 2024!

Best GMC Canyon Bed Covers

With tonneau cover benefits and styles covered, let’s get into our expert’s top picks! While styles and prices may vary, each tonneau cover on this list offers exceptional quality and intuitive operation.

BAKFlip G2 Tonneau Cover

BAK Industries is a renowned manufacturer of bed covers, specializing in high-end, hard-shelled tonneaus. The BAKFlip G2 is no exception, featuring an easy-to-use hard-folding design, exceptional security, and a sleek, ultra-low profile. 

The BAKFlip G2 Tonneau Cover features robust, solid-core aluminum top panels, offering exceptional impact and theft resistance. The cover’s clamp-on rails feature automatic catch points, allowing the panels to snap securely into place. With such a sturdy construction, the BAKFlip G2 comes with a 300-pound weight capacity! 

Operating the BAKFlip G2 is quick and easy; just release the rear latches and flip the panels onto one another toward the bulkhead. Once you’ve exposed ⅔ of the bed, either secure the panels with the included straps or fold them against the rear window, supporting them upright with the integrated prop rods.   

BAK Industries is a RealTruck brand. When you order the BAKFLip G2 Tonneau Cover or any other BAK product from us, you’re dealing directly with the manufacturer. We back each BAKFlip G2 with a limited 3-year warranty. 

Features: 

• Durable, solid-core panels with aluminum skins

• Sleek, low-profile design

• Automatic latching panels

• 3rd brake light visibility

• New dual-action tailgate seal on select applications

• 100% truck bed access

• Easy, clamp-on installation

• Rated up to 300 Lbs. of evenly distributed weight

• BAKBox 2 compatible

• 3-year warranty

Gator Recoil Tonneau Cover

Up next is a premium retractable tonneau cover from Gator, a RealTruck brand. This tonneau cover features a robust aluminum slat construction, preventing thieves from prying open or cutting through the top layer to access your valuables. The Recoil’s clamp-on aluminum side rails and maintenance-free ball bearing rollers make for effortless, maintenance-free operation. 

The Gator Recoil also offers exceptional weather resistance with its full perimeter seals and integrated drain channels/tubes, directing moisture where it belongs: outside the bed! 

Operating the Gator Recoil is a breeze; just unlatch the rear of the cover, roll it forward toward the bulkhead, and enjoy nearly full bed access! If partial bed coverage is required, utilize the Recoil’s adjustable locking positions. 

Gator is a RealTruck brand. When you order the Recoil Tonneau Cover or any other Gator product from us, you’re dealing directly with the manufacturer. We back each Gator Recoil with a limited 2-year warranty. 

Features: 

• High-end retractable tonneau cover

• Durable aluminum slat construction

• UV-resistant matte black finish

• Maintenance-free ball-bearing rollers

• Weather-resistant design includes drain channels and drain tubes

• Low-profile aluminum canister

• Adjustable locking positions

• Simple no-drill installation

• Easy operation with quick-release handles

• 2-year warranty

RetraxPRO XR Tonneau Cover

The RetraxPRO XR Tonneau Cover is the ultimate in utility, blending the features of the best-selling PRO MX with the added cargo capacity of the Trax Rail system. This system allows you to attach most t-style accessories from Yakima, Thule, and Rhino Rack onto the bed, making use of the space above the tonneau cover in addition to below. 

The cover features an industrial-strength aluminum slat construction with a corrosion and scuff-resistant matte-black finish. Friction is reduced by premium sealed ball bearings, allowing the cover to effortlessly slide along the tracks. The cover also features heavy-duty seals, preventing excess moisture or dirt from tarnishing your precious cargo. 

Security is handled by a premium key-lock cylinder, preventing thieves from quickly gaining access to your valuable belongings.

Retrax is a RealTruck brand. When you order the RetraxPRO XR Tonneau Cover or any other Retrax product from us, you’re dealing directly with the manufacturer. We back each RetraxPRO XR with a limited lifetime warranty.

Features: 

• Industrial-strength aluminum slat construction

• Corrosion-resistant matte-black finish

• Trax Rail System integration

• Compatible with most T-slot accessories from Yakima, Thule, and Rhino Rack

• Sleek, low-profile design

• Heavy-duty seals for maximum weather resistance

• Sealed ball-bearing rollers for effortless service

• Simple bolt-on installation

• Limited lifetime warranty

BAK Revolver X4s Tonneau Cover

The BAK Revolver X4s is a premium bed cover blending a durable aluminum slat construction, soft vinyl outer skin, and simple roll-up operation.

This bed cover is highly protective, featuring a rigid aluminum construction and stout latch mechanism. Patented rotational locking rails secure the sides of the X4s, preventing would-be thieves from prying open the sides of the cover. With the X4s closed and the tailgate shut and locked, cargo in the bed is safer than in the cab!  

The BAK Revolver X4s features a simple no-drill installation. This cover comes backed by a 5-year warranty, guarding against defects in workmanship and materials. 

Features: 

• Cut-resistant aluminum slat construction

• Marine-grade vinyl overlay

• Matte black slats, clamps, and hardware

• Flat side seals and redesigned rear corner caps give the X4s a sleek, smooth appearance

• Patented rotational locking rails secure the X4S across the entire length of the truck bed

• Provides complete bed access when fully rolled to the bulkhead

• Easy-to-use latch mechanism

• Integrated bulkhead seal for superior weather protection

• Supports up to 400 Lbs. of weight (evenly distributed)

• Compatible with most 5th-wheel hitches

• Simple, no-drill installation

• 5-year warranty

Gator SFX Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover

Guard your precious cargo (and wallet) with the Gator SFX, a soft-folding tonneau cover with durable construction, simple operation, and exceptional weather resistance. 

This bed cover features a weather-resistant, marine-grade vinyl tarp stretched over a rigid and lightweight aluminum frame, providing exceptional weather resistance without excess weight. Foam rubber seals prevent moisture intrusion, keeping your valuables clean and dry.  

Operating the Gator SFX is quick and easy; release the rear Speed Klamp latches and fold to cover toward the bulkhead for ⅔ bed access. The Gator SFX features integrated straps to secure the cover open, allowing you to transport oversized cargo. 

Features: 

• Marine-grade vinyl cover

• Rigid and lightweight aluminum frame

• Weather-resistant

• Simple tool-free installation

• Allows up to ⅔ bed access for transporting oversized cargo

• Foam-rubber seals to prevent water intrusion

• Limited lifetime structural warranty / 10-year vinyl

• “Love it or swap it” Gator Guarantee