Gator EFX Hard Tri-Fold

It was relatively easy for one man to install. The instructions are pretty good - but like most things once you make all the mistakes and finally get it installed the next one would take about 1/3 the time. As it was it took about 45 minutes. It works well with my Ford tailgate and keeps almost all water (including car wash) out of the bed. You get a little bit- a few drops. No issue for me. It fits perfectly and has stood up to a few months of opening/closing. No complaints. It open and closed easily. If I get another truck this is exactly what I will get. I was told by several folks before I bought a cover to get a 3 piece. A two piece is heavy to open.

So far so good. Love the flush fit. Easy install, and very minimal water intrusion during forceful car wash. The drain channels and drain pipes are the key here. Haven't driven in the rain yet, but I imagine it would handle that just fine. Works great for my purposes of storing tools in the bed.

I’ve had the 8ft soft trifold!!! But then I bought a new 2025 F150 with the shorter bed and I bought the hard version! Gator is the best! Easy install, great quality and I was surprised how nice my trucked looked after the installation! I’d buy it again and recommend it!

I installed this tonneau on my truck six months ago to protect some cargo on a trip from NY to Iowa. The installation was a little tricker than I thought. I had a very hard time getting the brackets to feel secure. I'm still not entirely sure it is on 100% but it hasn't flown off yet! In fact, when I was in Iowa in May there were some severe tornados in the area. I was driving 70 MPH with a steady 40 MPH crosswind for 1-2 hours and it didn't budge even a little bit! That trip gave me good peace of mind that it isn't going anywhere, but I still check it from time to time and cinch the bracket bolts and the bolts that keep the front section in place occasionally. I am surprised that they loosen up as much as they do. I think the manufacturer should put a little lock-tite or thread locker to make sure the bolts don't back out. Another point of concern is the weather stripping. It seems to deform easily over time and has shown a considerable amount of wear under normal use in just six months. It isn't tearing, but it is showing stress marks where the panels fold back on the other panels. Hopefully this doesn't get worse over time. The tonneau has kept things very dry. I routed the drain hoses out the existing bed accessory plugs and didn't have to drill through my factory bedliner. I use my truck more now for long trips. It's been great on a couple camping trips this past summer, and nice that I don't have to use tarps to protect the gear in the bed. I also keep a small toolbox and a few essentials in the back and I don't worry about it getting exposed to the elements or prying eyes. The other week I got some new appliances and liked how easily it was to fold up and secure in the open position to haul taller items. I wish I would have got a hard tonneau years ago. I don't think I'll ever own another truck without one!

Installed on my 2024 Ford F-150, the Gator EFX Hard Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover has exceeded expectations. The installation was quick and straightforward—no drilling or complicated tools required. Once in place, it fits snugly and securely, offering excellent protection from rain and dust. It’s truly leak-proof, even during heavy downpours. One of the unexpected perks has been improved gas mileage, likely due to the aerodynamic design. Plus, it looks fantastic—sleek, low-profile, and perfectly matched to the truck’s lines. Pros: Easy, no-hassle installation Leak-proof and weather-resistant Noticeable improvement in gas mileage Stylish, low-profile design Con: To access the full bed, the entire cover must be removed Verdict: If you're looking for a durable, great-looking tonneau cover that boosts performance and protects your gear, the Gator EFX is a smart investment—just be aware of the full-bed access trade-off.

Second time purchasing this tonneau cover. I purchased one about 4 yrs ago and it held up great! I recently traded my truck in and got another truck and purchased this cover for it also. It is easy to install, and remove when needed. It is secure when you lock you truck and it is strong and doesn't show dents etc. My favorite thing about this particular cover is it has wire pully loops under each section that you pull down to release and fold back, my husband said he prefers this and not many others have this release system. Great quality and not nearly expensive as some other brands. Totally recommend this cover

Update 4: Gator has denied any warranty options because the version I bought was Sold by and Shipped by Amazon. I originally contacted them on 10/19, my Amazon return window closed on 10/29. Gator was no reply until 11/5. So I am screwed now. DO NOT BUY THIS COVER! Update 3: Gator has not responded to my email from 5 days ago. Terrible customer service. Spend the money to get the name brand cover that will honor a warranty. Update 2: I have been trying to talk to “Jeff” at Gator about the leak and what options there are to correct it or warranty exchange. Communication has been awful, slow and not professional at all. Short and dismissive and its been a few days since I have received any more replies. True you get what you pay for. Should have bought the B*KFl** Update: After the first real rain, I went out to look in the bed of the truck to find that more than a little water was dripping in from a screw that holds the nylon straps. Not only was I frustrated to think about water making it into the bed, after further thought, the fact that rain (while the truck sat parked) was making somehow inside the rail channels to even get to this screw. I have sent a message to the seller but have received no response. The cover also has a few spots in the black top where there little white specks of the white undercoating. The black finish must be pretty thin. Also, not having the third section fold up against the glass to have more use of the bed has quickly shown to be a bother. Even for things such as washing the roof of the truck cab by standing in the bed. I know this is a cheaper version of the “name brand”... but still was hoping for a bit better experience out of the box. Original: Cover looks great, seems well built so far. The written instructions are close enough to get it installed. The only part that wasn’t mentioned in the paper instructions but is in the installation video, is the location to put the foam tape on the bulkhead. The only thing so far that I have noticed that would be nice from the competitor is that it has a 4th hinge just a few inches from the bulk head. This would allow you to fold the last panel up and lean on the glass to allow use of more of the bed. The design of this cover would require complete removal to use the last 1/3 of the bed. Some water did manage to enter the bed in a touch less car wash test. But thats high pressure sprayers and not likely going to happen in normal rain conditions.

I previously had a raised level truck bed cover that was worn by years in the Florida sun. Got this new sleek surface level cover that fits perfectly in my 2025 Ford F-150 truck. Nice mechanism for opening the various trifold sections, and when you close it, you don't have to fasten any clips. It just locks in place. It has clips to fasten when driving with the cover 2/3's open. I am very pleased with my purchase despite the cost.