Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
Yakima SkyBox NX (Medium) and Yakima SkyBox NX XL 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 SkyBox NX Medium is the sedan pick — Yakima's smaller cargo box for compact cars.
The SkyBox NX XL is the value pick — Yakima's flagship at $200 less than Thule comparable.
Mid-size. Cheaper than XL. Sedan-friendly.
Best value. Bigger nose. Less polished.
| Spec | Yakima SkyBox NX (Medium) | Yakima SkyBox NX XL |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | Medium | XL |
| Brand | Yakima | Yakima |
| Vehicle | Sedan-friendly | — |
| Price | $649 | $749 |
| Shape | — | Big nose |