Removal and hardware: DECKED’s general removal guide estimates 30–60 minutes with basic tools and a helper. That estimate covers removal only. TruckVault’s public installation guides did not establish drilling requirements or a removal time for this Gladiator build.

Locks and lighting: The DECKED midsize keyed cam lock uses a pawl and latch plate. The TruckVault build shown uses keyed compression locks. The front-mounted T-handle draws the All-Weather drawer face against its gasket. TruckVault’s online configurator shows keyed compression as the only standard All-Weather lock. For Covered Pickup, it lists TacLock and push-button locks with Strike Guard and key override, plus a remote fob option. The Covered Bed Utility 2 Drawer, designed for trucks with toppers, specifically lists Simplex with Strike Guard. KUFU’s full-length interior LEDs automatically go to sleep when the drawer closes. The handle logo turns off with them. If it stays lit, check that the drawer is fully latched. The removable USB power bank can also charge a phone. Its optional interior LEDs run on batteries. TruckVault lists 16–20 hours of light, depending on the batteries. The checks reflect features and availability.

Weather and deck details: See the KUFU FAQ and TruckVault’s All-Weather specifications for seal design. An exact ingress protection rating for either configuration was not verified. Confirm wing or infill panel fit and inclusion for your build.

TruckVault direct build: The TruckVault configurator listed the two-drawer Utility Height build at $4,875 with standard carpet, black composite face, compression locks, and four selected dividers. Two interior lights add $70. Its approximately 8-inch internal drawer height is close to KUFU’s 210mm (8.3 inches). Total usable capacity differs.

Fair comparison: DECKED has the lowest listed kit price and a broad raised deck. TruckVault offers made-to-order face/carpet choices in its All-Weather line; confirm options and upcharges for the listed SKU. KUFU offers independent quick-release modules and included lighting. Marks indicate the specifically named criterion, not an overall winner. No construction material is declared universally better.

TruckVault removal and top: This two-drawer enclosure is not an independent quick-release module system; use its vehicle-specific attachment instructions for removal. Confirm any required wing panels and outlet/bed access in the fitment drawing. A broad top does not restore original bed-floor height. KUFU rails remain installed after releasing the modules.

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Scope: 2021 Jeep Gladiator, five-foot bed. KUFU’s 280 + 280mm Premium kit versus current DECKED YJ1. These have different drawer shapes and storage volumes; DECKED’s full-size and legacy systems differ.

Quick release: KUFU modules detach while the bolted platform stays. Removing all rails requires tools; the documented Gladiator installation calls for drilled mounting holes. Both systems require safe lifting and somewhere to store removed components. DECKED publishes inconsistent removal times; no timed comparison is claimed.

TruckVault width: The Utility All-Weather specs show an approximate 48″ overall width on a reference cabinet with two even-width drawers. The 20–21″ estimate assumes ¾″ housing walls and center divider, ½″ of slide clearance per side, and ½–¾″ drawer side panels. Actual width depends on the fitment and construction. The exact Gladiator drawer width is not published in the sources reviewed.

Warranty: Limited lifetime coverage applies to qualifying defects and varies by component and use. KUFU lists shorter terms for its platform and electronics and for commercial use. See the DECKED and TruckVault terms for their coverage and exclusions.

Prices: KUFU twin kit includes its listed platform and two bracket sets. DECKED’s listed system includes its Premium Accessory Pack. Tax, labour and optional accessories are excluded. Stacking and vehicle sharing require compatible platforms, hardware, and clearances. A heavy-gear load rating for the KUFU T-slots was not verified. Weather protection does not imply airtightness or submersion resistance.

Dimensions and weight: KUFU module body: 1400 × 510 × 280mm. DECKED midsize short-bed envelope: 56.9 × 63.4 × 12.3 inches. KUFU’s chart lists approximately 154 lb per 280 × 1400mm module, before platform; current-stock applicability and installed weight need confirmation. DECKED lists 168 lb for the Gladiator configuration and 177 lb in its general midsize short-bed table. No weight winner is assigned.

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KUFU lighting and keyed locks are included; DECKED keyed locks are optional and its reviewed YJ1 inclusion list does not list integrated lighting. Sources originally checked November 9–11, 2026; catalog prices checked during page creation.

Altitude sells and distributes KUFU in the U.S. We previously carried DECKED and TruckVault; we no longer sell those brands. Marks reflect our dealer and hands-on assessment. Security marks describe features and inclusion rather than a certified rating.