Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
Thule Force 3 XL and Yakima SkyBox NX (Medium) score essentially the same (4.7 vs 4.7). Pick the one whose trade-offs match your priorities — the strengths and watch-outs below are where they actually differ.
The Force 3 XL is the ski-focused pick — Thule's longer cargo box for 200 cm skis.
The SkyBox NX Medium is the sedan pick — Yakima's smaller cargo box for compact cars.
Best for long skis. Less aerodynamic than Motion.
Mid-size. Cheaper than XL. Sedan-friendly.
| Spec | Thule Force 3 XL | Yakima SkyBox NX (Medium) |
|---|---|---|
| Ski | Up to 200 cm | — |
| Sizes | M-XL | — |
| Brand | Thule | Yakima |
| Tier | Mid | — |
| Capacity | — | Medium |
| Vehicle | — | Sedan-friendly |
| Price | — | $649 |