Choosing Between Thule or Rhino-Rack Roof Rack

Updated 01/12/2026 | Published 09/06/2024

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Thule WingBar Evo Roof Rack for Rain Gutters - Aluminum - Black - Qty 2

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$599.90

Question:

Awesome. Thanks! Thoughts on Thule rack option vs rhino? Looks vs quality, etc

asked by: Evan B

Expert Reply:

Hello again Evan; between the Rhino-Rack # RR86ZE (this is the same rack from the other answer with everything under one part) and the Thule # TH48ZA the Thule is your best option. I'm assuming you have a 2023 Wrangler Unlimited which is what these roof racks fit. The legs on the Thule aren't so obnoxiously large and sit lower making the rack look better in my opinion.

More importantly, the Thule WingBar Evo bars are going to be a lot quieter. Rhino-Rack can be pretty noisy, especially compared to Thule or Yakima which are comparable to each other. The Thule roof rack has the same 165 lb capacity so you will still want to check your roof/gutter capacity which is likely the limiting factor.

expert reply by: Robin H

Robin H.

1/12/2026

Hey Evan, how did the Thule roof rack work out on your Wrangler Unlimited? It sounds like the quieter ride and lower profile could make a big difference. Your feedback could help others deciding between Thule and Rhino-Rack.