An Overview of 8 Popular Jeep Soft Tops – Part 1

Unless you want to bundle yourself up in a snow jacket and scarf every time you go for a drive, eventually there's a time to bring out the Jeep soft top. But just like everything in life, Jeep soft tops deteriorate over time and after about 5 years, you will need to replace them. Whether you're purchasing your very first Jeep soft top or simply replacing your old worn out one, it's important to know your options. In the first half of our overview of 8 popular Jeep soft tops, we're taking a look at the king of the realm: Bestop.

Bestop Replace-a-Top
If you've been using the Jeep soft top that came with your vehicle when you drove it off the lot, then you have the factory top. It's probably fairly basic, gets the job done overall, and wore out after about 3 years depending on the environment. If you have been completely satisfied with it, the Replace-a-Top will be a direct replacement. There won't be any fancy upgrades; you can just slide it over your current hardware with minimal trouble and continue on your way. It includes just the fabric and windows, with optional clear & tint windows.

Bestop Sailcloth Replace-a-Top
Now Bestop is taking it a step up. This is still a Replace-a-Top, which means it's still a direct replacement for factory Jeep soft tops, but it's made out of a better fabric that offers quite a few benefits. First of all, it's much quieter than a standard soft top. Studies have shown that not only is it 50% quieter at highway speeds than most Jeep soft tops, but it's actually quieter than some hard tops! The secret is the multi-ply fabric, which minimizes the amount of flapping and better insulates the interior. Also, because it's a stronger fabric, it will stretch less over time, holding its original shape for much longer.

Bestop Supertop
If you don’t own a Jeep soft top, or if the hardware on your current one is past its prime, it's important to get a kit that will include both the soft top and the hardware. The Bestop Supertop is going to be one of the best values if you need to get the whole kit. It includes the soft top, new hardware, and zip-out replaceable windows. These windows are available in both clear and tinted models. And because it's Bestop, the Jeep soft tops are made out of a very reliable fabric. They call it "Set-N-Stretch" because it will keep its shape even in the highest and lowest temperatures. This is definitely one of the most economical choices available.

Bestop Sunrider
If you want to get a little fancier, then the Sunrider is right up your alley. The bonus feature of this Jeep soft top is the flip-back sunroof, which folds back quickly and easily in mere seconds to let in the warm sun and soft breeze. It's just like having a sunroof in the car, except it's not electronic. Other than that, you get all the standard quality that comes with Bestop Jeep soft tops. It includes the hardware, windows, and the top itself for a complete install kit. And it works with an array of soft doors, so you get the flexibility you need.

There are plenty of other Bestop Jeep soft tops on the market, but these are four of the most versatile and most popular. Check out the second part of this article here for a more specialized Bestop soft top, as well as some other popular brands.