The RAM 1500 is designed for serious performance with a range of workhorse engines and versatile features, like the multifunction tailgate, to make easy work of your hauling and towing needs. This pickup truck is the perfect example of fine form meeting rugged function, designed to be durable, stylish, and practical. It is also the most luxurious truck in its class with impressive cabin technology, and safety and security features to give you peace of mind no matter where you go. Speaking of, one of the best “mods” you can do to further protect your truck is investing in a tonneau cover. A truck bed cover not only protects the bed itself from harsh elements and the environment, but also keeps your items safe from the hands of thieves. When properly engineered, tonneau covers can also reduce drag and improve your vehicle’s fuel efficiency.
Vivid Racing carries a slew of different tonneau covers ranging from soft and hard covers in roll-up, fold-up, and retractable variants. With so many brands offering so many varieties of covers, it can be quite challenging to sift through the competition and find the best one for you. For this reason, we have compiled the following list of the top 5 best tonneau covers for the RAM 1500 to help you along. These are in no particular order, but boast important elements like durability, sleek styling, ease of use, and overall protection. You can also check out other brands and designs of bed covers for the RAM 1500 right here.
1. Truck Covers USA American Roll Cover
The American Roll Cover by Truck Covers USA is designed to expertly fit virtually every make and model of pickup truck sold today. This hard-retractable roll-up cover has been uniquely engineered to adapt to roll bars, and accommodate both factory and aftermarket accessories. In other words, the American Roll Cover will fit your truck like a glove and give it that OEM streamlined appearance. Backed by over 10-plus years of research, design, and service, this is by far the toughest aluminum retractable cover available on the market today.
The American Roll Cover features a double-wall heavy-duty construction using strong, lightweight aluminum panels that can support up to a whopping 500-plus pounds. The panels are further protected by a generous and attractive, scratch-resistant textured powder-coating. What’s more, a unique, flex-tube water drainage system and wider side rail seals ensure that unfavorable weather conditions will not lead to rust or any other problems. The tension-driven American Toll tonneau cover automatically locks every 12 inches to provide easy cargo-carrying versatility and security. And, at 8 inches by 8 inches, the canister is the smallest in the industry, creating more bed space than competitive retractable covers.
Our American Roll Cover is designed to increase the durability of your truck and keep your belongings away from harm’s way. It even features a specialized locking system to keep your possessions safe and your truck bed secure. No matter where you go, your cargo will be right where you put it and in the exact condition in which you left it. With a straightforward clamp-on installation including all the necessary mounting hardware included, you can be on your way to a more secure truck bed in just minutes. It even comes backed by a two-year warranty!
Features:
- Constructed from double-walled aluminum
- Durable textured powder-coated finish
- Keyless entry quick release option
- Improves gas mileage by 7-10 percent
- Weather-resistant construction
- Unbeatable 4-way drainage system
- Supports up to 500 lbs evenly distributed
- Auto-locks every 12 inches
- Smallest yet toughest 8 x 8 in. canister
- Smoothest retractable action
- Convenient pull strap
- Made in the USA
- 2-year warranty
2. LUND Genesis Snap Tonneau Cover
The LUND Genesis Snap Tonneau Cover features a low-profile design and premium semi-gloss vinyl with a black leather appearance for your RAM 1500. The aerodynamic, smooth styling also reduces drag and wind resistance to improve your truck’s gas mileage. All in all, this is an affordable truck bed cover with a ragtop-style fabric that delivers awesome looks and ultra-durability. The Genesis Snap tonneau cover is also 50 percent thicker than most competitors’ covers. It’s made from an extra durable, premium Haartz twill weave fabric that is super resilient. Plus, the seals that come with the cover ensure that any unwanted water, dirt, and debris stay out of the bed.
The Genesis line of truck covers uses heavy-duty aluminum frames with removable bows for the ultimate construction that will last you a lifetime. The corrosion-resistant, black powder-coated aluminum frame features Insulsnaps, which allows the snaps to slide within the rail for easy alignment and quick access to the entire truck bed. This style of tonneau allows you to roll up the cover and remove the bows when you need to use the bed for hauling; plus, you can just unsnap one corner for quick access when needed.
The Genesis Snap Tonneau Cover comes with heavy-duty clamps and the pre-marked rails to easily install onto your RAM 1500 bed in about 20 minutes with no drilling required. Each full snap cover is custom-fitted for your specific truck’s specs to ensure a snug fit that keeps your belongings safe and secure. Made with the convenience of a snap cover and the strength of a tri-fold, the LUND Genesis Snap Tonneau Cover is just what you need to keep your RAM 1500’s cargo safe and its bed clean and dry.
Features:
- Front corner snap for easy access to truck bed and cargo
- Integrated tailgate clamp system holds top in place firmly and reliably
- Can be rolled up or unsnapped for quick truck bed access
- Pre-marked rails and heavy-duty clamps assure easy installation
- Tear-resistant, durable, double-sided vinyl fabric with black matte finish
- Integrated tailgate seal holds in place firmly and reliably
- Reduces tailgate drag to improve gas mileage
- Limited Lifetime Warranty
- Proudly made in the USA
3. Tonno Pro Hard Fold Tonneau Cover
The Tonno Pro Hard Fold Tri-Folding Tonneau Cover boasts an extremely lightweight and strong all-aluminum underbody frame covered with the highest marine-grade vinyl on top. An epoxy coating is applied to the aluminum panels to prevent unwanted damage and keep the cover looking its best. With the vinyl over aluminum design, this cover combines excellent weather protection with superior security in one great, easy-to-operate cover. This impact-resistant tonneau offers maximum protection for your belongings and the utmost durability to last for years to come. The Hard Fold Tonneau Cover won’t scuff or dent like other aluminum hard covers on the market and is engineered with Tonno Pro’s own patented design to hold up to even the harshest of environments.
This truck bed cover comes fully assembled and can be installed in just 10 minutes without any tools. Simply lay the cover on top of your truck bed, make sure it is properly aligned, and then fasten the hand-tightened clamps. To open, simply unclamp the EZ lock handles and fold the cover forward. The nylon straps hold the cover in the open position when you need to haul your cargo. The cover opens up to expose two-thirds of your truck’s bed and can be removed easily for larger belongings. This cover can support up to 350 pounds of evenly distributed weight and is backed by Tonno Pro’s lifetime warranty.
Features:
- Industrial-grade vinyl over aluminum panels
- Epoxy coated panels help prevent dents and dings
- Allows for access to 2/3 of your truck bed
- Can support up to 350 lbs. of evenly distributed weight
- Fully assembled and easy to install without any tools
- Nylon straps hold cover in place while open for safe driving
- Backed by a lifetime warranty
4. Extang Trifecta 2.0 Tonneau Cover
The Extang Trifecta 2.0 is the best-selling soft tri-fold cover and it just got better with a full redesign. It has a newly redesigned frame, hinges, and corners to provide more structural rigidity than ever before. As the strongest in the industry, the frame is built from lightweight aircraft-grade aluminum with new rugged MAX hinges that use a double pivot design. Extang’s exclusive snap-on seals eliminate adhesive and remain in place for the best all-weather protection.
The Extang Trifecta 2.0 tonneau cover now boasts softer curves and a sleeker design that creates a smoother, more contoured, low-profile aesthetic for your truck. The tarp is made from heavy-duty, fade-resistant, leather-grained fabric with an integrated corner tuck system that offers improved tarp tension. These features work together to keep your RAM 1500 looking good while protecting your belongings. This truck bed cover has also been rigorously tested to guarantee it could stand up to the elements and handle the weight capacity.
With a host of new features, this tonneau cover remains the easiest to install and the simplest to use. This cover’s clamping system simply attaches to your RAM 1500 in seconds for a streamlined installation with EZ-lock clamps for additional security. Designed, manufactured, and tested right here in the USA, the Extang Trifecta 2.0 is backed by Extang’s lifetime warranty so you can rest assured that you are getting a high-quality product that will last you for years to come.
Features:
- High-strength tarp made from leather-grain fabric
- Lightweight aircraft-grade aluminum construction
- Designed with smooth contours and a low-profile look
- Deflects water and guards your bed against the elements
- Exclusive non-adhesive snap-on style perimeter seals
- Fast and easy to installation with user-friendly operation
- Two EZ-Lock clamps at the tailgate keep the cover locked
- Made for utility; Pairs well with your favorite toys
- Maximum Strength Lifetime Warranty
5. BAK Industries Revolver X2 Tonneau Cover
The BAK Revolver X2 Roll-Up truck bed cover checks all the boxes with unmatched strength, security, and styling. This hard-rolling truck bed cover offers more flexibility than hard-paneled variants; it lets you roll the cover up with just one hand and use every inch of the truck bed without blocking the rear window. This is important because driving with your tonneau cover rolled up could be dangerous for the back windshield. This is why BAK Industries provides four D-shaped cab bumpers that are stuck to the cover when it is rolled up to prevent it from bumping against the glass and damaging it.
This hard roll-up tonneau features hinged, ¼-inch thick rust-proof slats made from aircraft-grade aluminum with a black powder-coated finish for added durability. Matte black rubber and bulkhead seals keep the bad weather out and secure your belongings, while the premium vinyl finish keeps water from running through the aluminum slates. This cover also features exclusive automatic rotational locking rails and a Patented Slam Latch System that secure the cover along the entire length of your RAM 1500’s bed to keep your cargo safe. The Revolver X2 truck bed cover boasts a simple one-handed operation and can carry up to 400 pounds of evenly distributed weight.
Features:
- Textured vinyl over heavy-duty aluminum slats
- Patented Locking Rails secure the full length of the bed
- Easy to use automatic slam latch operates from either side
- Full access to stake pocket holes for other accessories
- Integrated safety slat caps for protection when rolling
- No lifting with easy one-handed rolling design
- Tough security for your belongings
- Easy, no-drill, clamp-on installation
- Allows for 100 percent bed access
- Backed by a 3-year warranty