In this post, we will highlight some of the best Jeep Gladiator campers in the market today, for you to consider when building a Jeep Gladiator Overland Build.
The Jeep Gladiator is one of the best Jeeps for Camping, its loved for its reliability, longevity, and off-road capabilities. The Jeep Gladiator makes one the best Jeep Overland vehicles in the market, with tons of campers and camping gear available in the market, it’s no wonder it’s rated one of the best Overlanding vehicles.
Let’s dive in!
What is a Jeep Gladiator Camper?
Jeep Gladiator campers is a unique travel trailer that you can install in the space between the Jeep Gladiator cab and over the truck bed to create a shelter you can camp and sleep in.
Jeep gladiator campers are loved by overlanders because they provide sleeping space for up to four people, provide lots of storage options in the bed rack, and on top of the camper itself, you can also have bed racks to add storage spaces.
Some expensive Jeep Gladiator campers have added luxury and Overlanding amenities such as a Kitchen, panel windows, and moon roofs.
Jeep gladiator campers are made of two types of materials, regular tent canvas (Cheapest option), and a hard top 9Expensive (Option), all campers can be made automatically to fold themselves or manually fold them, they are essential Jeep Gladiator camping build consideration because they add to the look and utility of your Jeep Gladiator Overland.
Can you have a Camper in a Jeep Gladiator?
Yes, there are several campers available in the market that can be installed in a Jeep Gladiator, the two most common Jeep Gladiator campers are made from Canvas and Hard tops campers, when building your Jeep Overland you have to understand some campers will need you to install a bed rack on your Jeep Gladiator truck bed.
One of the major considerations and factors to consider before purchasing a Camper for your Jeep Gladiator is the dimensions of your Roof rack, bed rack, and truck bed. You will also need to put into consideration the weight of the Camper and the Jeep Gladiator’s weight capabilities (Add Overlanding Gears you will add in your Jeep Gladiator).
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7 Badass Jeep Gladiator Campers
There are plenty of campers that can be installed in a Jeep Gladiator, to narrow down your research, we have made a list of 7 badass Jeep Gladiator campers available in the market today.
AT Overland Atlas Camper Review.
The AT Overland Atlas Camper is made by AT Overland A famous brand in the Overlanding industry and makes the best Overland campers for vehicles such as Toyota, ram, Jeeps, etc.
The AT Overland Atlas Camper is one of the best already-built campers that can be installed on your Jeep Gladiator truck bed, if you are into serious off-roading in Jeep Trails, and you want one of the most luxurious campers for your Jeep Gladiator, we recommend the AT Overland Atlas Camper.
Compared with other campers available in this list, the AT Overland Atlas Camper is a budget-friendly Jeep gladiator camper retailing at $12,000, the camper features other additional Overland and Off-roading features such as built-in rails that you can use to install a roof rack, spacious cargo area and a Moonroof for lighting and sky watching at night.
Is the AT Overland Atlas Camper worth it?
The AT Overland Atlas Camper is worth it! It features built-in 12 volts wiring raceways for powering your camper, it’s a simple camper that is easy to install, deploy and stow.
Some of the features lacking in the camper are the design of the camper itself, the camper design is not ideal for aerodynamics when driving, the drag caused by the AT Overland Atlas Camper will increase your gas use, the design also allows the camper to flex slightly when driving.
Alu-Cab Canopy Camper review
The Alu-Cab Canopy Camper is ideal for a Jeep Gladiator that matches the truck’s strength and features. The camper was made by off-roaders and Overlanders, who understand what every Overlander needs in a camper.
To make it lightweight, the camper is made with aluminum support poles and a dual-layer tent, it also features an aluminum rail for you to mount additional camping gear such as fuel cans for Jeep, and Cargo storage boxes. The aluminum ladder makes it easy to access the camper, however, it has a fixed length.
Kimbo 6 Camper Review.
The Kimbo 6 is one of the best campers available for your Jeep Gladiator, installing it on your Jeep Gladiator is like having a small home installed, we recommend this camper for serious off-roaders, however, its an expensive camper retailing from $23,000 and we will let you know why the Kimbo 6 Camper is worth the price.
The Kimbo 6 is an already build camper that will add comfort and all the amenities you will need when camping in your Jeep Gladiator if features a Goal Zero inverter that converts your 12V power into electricity that you can use when camping, it also features a propane fireplace and a beautiful kitchen that you can use to cook when camping, all these features are included in the Kimbo 6 and also leave space that you can use to store your Overlanding gears.
We recommend the Kimbo 6 camper for serious Jeep Gladiator off-roaders and Overlanders, as it is made for outdoor living and camping. The camper fits perfectly on a Jeep Gladiator bed and allows you to add additional power equipment such as solar on top of its roof.
The Kimbo 6 is waterproof and allows you to drain water and dirt on top of it easily. The founder of Kimbo 6 is an engineer by profession and built the Kimbo 6 s a small home he can live in.
Is the Kimbo 6 worth it?
Yes! The Kimbo 6 is worth it to the right people, if you are a serious off-roader and would like to spend more time Overlanding in your Jeep gladiator the Kimbo 6 is the right camper for you.
The Camper is pricy at $23,000 but it has luxurious inner walls that insulate the camper from cold and warmth and allows you to regulate the temperatures in the camper, making it the ideal camper for camping in winter and summer.
The flat roof of the camper provided additional spots for mounting camping accessories such as Solar panels, which can light up the camper and offer lighting that is natural and free, allowing you to camp for days without having to start your truck.
The Kimbo 6 has the height needed to move inside freely, is ideal for tall people, and allows you to customize the interior space the way you want it.
Some of the things we didn’t like about the camper, and are available in other Jeep Gladiator campers with that price range are holding tanks for wastewater, and storage spaces limited to hanging open wire bins.
Instead of building your own Jeep Gladiator Camper, you can buy an already-made camper by certified professionals, the camper is ideal for people looking for weekend getaways, and digital nomads looking for places to live and work while adventuring off-road with a Jeep Gladiator.
Scout Yoho 6.0 camper review.
The YOHO 6 camper is priced at $23,000; this is because it features all the basic needs you will need to go off-roading with your Jeep Gladiator truck. The YOHO Camper is one of the best campers you can buy for your Jeep Gladiator, it fits on top of your Jeep Gladiator bed rack with the help of a low-profile bed cover or rack.
Some of the features we love about the YOHO 6 camper are the power options included, the camper features solar power, a portable power station, led lighting, and large windows for light and ventilation.
The YOHO 6 has opt-in features that allow you to customize your camper based on your needs and requirements, some of the optional add ones include an awning, a 12 volts fridge, and rooftop tents.
The design of the YOHO camper makes it waterproof because it features a full composite substrate construction, meaning the camper is made of just one piece of material, making it leakproof due to a lack of joints and seams.
Is the YOHO Camper worth it?
Yes! The YOHO camper is worth it and is a great camper with all the features you would like in a camper for your Jeep Gladiator, it is a lightweight camper that allows you to add more camping gear to your Jeep Gladiator.
Due to its full composite substrate construction, it’s more durable compared to conventional campers or DIY Camper builds, you can use the camper Overland in the winter and Summer because the YOHO Camper is constructed for 4 seasons of Overlanding.
The camper can comfortably fit a family of four or four friends, it’s a family camper and we recommend it for Jeepers with a Jeep Gladiator.
Compared with other Jeep Gladiator campers, the camper is expensive, however, its design is unique and has lots of natural lighting, and a flat roof for solar panel mounting.
Overland Explorer Vehicles Camp-M Camper review.
The Overland X Camp-M camper is another Jeep Gladiator camper for you to consider for your Jeep Gladiator Overland build, the Overland X Camp-M is an already-built camper from Canada with lots of features you will need for camping and Overlanding in your Jeep Gladiator.
Some of the unique features in the Overland X Camp-M are chest-style fridge trays, a 20 gallons water tank, and cabinets. The best thing about the Overland X Camp-M is that you can add more features to the camper as you wish.
The camper is ideal for a group of three people, it’s expensive and the Kitchen is not included with the purchase you have to buy your cooktop.
Four Wheel Campers review.
The fifth camper on our list is the Project M Camper Topper from Four Wheels camper, The camper fits perfectly on a Jeep Gladiator with ease, Unfortunately, the camper is empty and you will need to personalize the interiors based on your Overlanding requirements.
The Camper has insulated walls ideal for winter and summer camping, you can your temperature control that will control the temperature inside the camper,
The camper can fit up to four people, it’s a lightweight camper that is budget friendly at $11,000 however you have to factor in you will need to customize the interiors after installing it in your Jeep Gladiator Overland build.
In terms of lighting, the camper features 4 interiors led lights, flood lights on the rear, and a solar shade on the roof.
Phoenix Pop-Up Camper review
We recommend the Phoenix Pop-Up Camper because of its automatic roof lift design, versatility, and aerodynamic features, making it a stealth Jeep Gladiator Camper.
The Phoenix Pop-Up Camper retails at $37,000 making it one of the most expensive campers you can buy for your Jeep gladiator, one of the unique features you will find not included in other Jeep Gladiator campers include a built-in wet bath large enough but slightly smaller than an RV bathroom. You will also love its water storage located under the camper.
In terms of power, the Phoenix Pop-Up Camper has a 100-watt solar panel, big enough to meet all your Overlanding power requirements. You will find various power outlets to plug in your devices that include a 12 volts power outlet, 110 power outlets, and USB outlets.
About the Author: James Ndungu
James Ndungu is a seasoned automotive professional with a deep passion for Jeeps. With 40 years of experience in owning, testing, and reviewing various Jeep models, James has gained extensive first-hand knowledge and expertise. He shares his insights, tips, and advice through his engaging writing, helping fellow Jeep enthusiasts navigate the exciting world of Jeeps.
