Comparing Pace Edwards 311-KMD7936 And RetraxPRO XR RTT-80233 For 2026 Ram 3500 8' Bed

Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 10/10/2025

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Pace Edwards UltraGroove Metal Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover - Aluminum - Matte Black

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$2476.35

RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Cover - Retractable - Aluminum - Matte Black - Accessory T-Slots

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$2699.99

Question:

This cover vs RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Cover - Retractable - Aluminum - Matte Black - Accessory T-Slots. Putting it on a 2026 RAM 3500 dually 8’ bed. Any pros or cons between the two.

asked by: Al

Expert Reply:

Hello Al, thanks for reaching out. Both of the tonneau covers you mentioned, the Pace Edwards UltraGroove # 311-KMD7936 and the RetraxPRO XR # RTT-80233 are a fit for your 2026 Ram 3500 with the 8' bed. There are a few noteworthy differences between the two.

One thing I really like about the Retrax is the cover can lock in any position along the rail. The Pace Edwards locks in 12" intervals. The Retrax cover also glides more smoothly along the rails, and has a pull handle on the drivers side. The pace Edwards has a pull strap which can be harder to get to when the cover is open. Retrax is typically priced a bit higher, but comes with only a 3 year warranty. Pace Edwards covers have a lifetime warranty.

A few things I like about the Pace Edwards. The cover is more low profile and sits more flush inside the bed rails. Also the canister is smaller so it takes up less room in the bed. The Pace Edwards will also be easier to install.

Both covers have T-slot rails for adding accessories, and both have a similar aluminum composition. Personally I would lean towards the pace Edwards because the quality will be a bit better and the cover is more versatile.

expert reply by: Jesse M

RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Cover - Retractable - Aluminum - Matte Black - Accessory T-Slots
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Jesse M.

10/30/2025

Hey Al, how did things turn out with the tonneau cover for your Ram 3500? Did the Pace Edwards or the RetraxPRO XR end up being the better fit for you? Your feedback could really help others comparing these two covers.