Tailgate Table: 3 Folding and Mounted Options

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Quick answer

Three tailgate table options are compared here by their listed size, and the sections below use each product’s own listing data. SUNNYFEEL Folding Camping Table with Cooler lists 25.5″ D × 22.05″ W × 25.5″ H; Nice C Metal Folding Grill Table lists 23.6″ D × 53″ W × 26″ H; Hooke Road Aluminum Tailgate Table lists 26.6 × 12.8 × 1.2 in (axes not labelled in the listing). A footprint could not be compared for SUNNYFEEL Folding Camping Table with Cooler, Hooke Road Aluminum Tailgate Table because the listing gives conflicting, missing or unlabelled depth and width. Specifications come from Amazon listing data checked October 4, 2026; we have not tested these products. Recheck the selected variant and the current price on Amazon before ordering, because titles and specification fields can change.

Quick compare: the products in this guide

Sizes come from the Amazon listings as we read them; check the product page for the current details before you buy.

Product	Listed details	Link
SUNNYFEEL Folding Camping Table with Cooler Bag & 4 Cup Holders, Collapsible…	25.5″D x 22.05″W x 25.5″H; material type Iron	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
Nice C Metal Folding Grill Table, Camping Tailgate Grill Station	23.6″D x 53″W x 26″H; material type Alloy Steel	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
Hooke Road Aluminum Tailgate Table for 2018-2026 Jeep Wrangler JL 2/4 Doors	26.6″ x 12.8″ x 1.2″; material type Aluminum, Carbon Steel	See details on Amazon Affiliate link

Three options at a glance

Pick	Listed dimensions	Floor footprint	Footprint rank
SUNNYFEEL Folding Camping Table with Cooler	25.5″ D × 22.05″ W × 25.5″ H	n/a	Footprint not comparable (conflicting listing dimensions)
Nice C Metal Folding Grill Table	23.6″ D × 53″ W × 26″ H	1250.8 sq in (8.69 sq ft)	Footprint not comparable
Hooke Road Aluminum Tailgate Table	26.6 × 12.8 × 1.2 in (axes not labelled in the listing)	n/a	Footprint not comparable

1. SUNNYFEEL Folding Camping Table with Cooler Bag & 4 Cup Holders, Collapsible Portable Beach Table with Carry Bag, Tailgate Picnic Table for Outdoor Camping Hiking Fishing BBQ Parties, Black — Footprint not comparable (conflicting listing dimensions)

Listed details: dimensions 25.5″ D × 22.05″ W × 25.5″ H (a listing bullet gives 15″ L × 15″ W × 7.1″ H); item weight 8.4 pounds; material Iron; color Black.

The SUNNYFEEL is a two-tier folding camping table with an insulated cooler bag on the lower level and four mesh cup holders. The bag is meant to hold ice packs for drinks and snacks. The listing gives 25.5 in D × 22.05 in W × 25.5 in H, while a bullet gives 15 in L × 15 in W × 7.1 in H, so the size cannot be confirmed from the page. The spec table lists an iron frame, while a bullet describes an aluminum frame with 600D Oxford fabric. It weighs 8.4 pounds, needs no tools to set up, and a bullet states a 110 lb static load capacity.

Pros

• Two tiers with an insulated cooler bag meant for ice packs, so drinks and snacks sit in one setup
• Four built-in mesh cup holders keep drinks off the main surface
• Listed at 8.4 pounds, the lightest of the three, with no assembly required per the listing

Cons

• Footprint not comparable: the listing gives both 25.5 × 22.05 × 25.5 in and 15 × 15 × 7.1 in, so verify the real size before buying
• Frame material conflicts: the spec table says iron, a bullet says aluminum frame
• The 110 lb capacity appears only in a bullet (the spec table lists no maximum), and the listing is written for camping and beach use rather than as a vehicle tailgate surface

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want a portable drinks-and-snacks table with a cooler built in for a tailgate party or the beach. Skip it if you need confirmed dimensions or a table that mounts to a vehicle.

2. Nice C Metal Folding Grill Table, Camping Tailgate Grill Station — Footprint not comparable

Listed details: dimensions 23.6″ D × 53″ W × 26″ H; item weight 11 pounds; listed maximum weight 120 pounds; material Alloy Steel; frame Metal; color Alloy Steel.

The Nice C is a metal folding grill table with two flip-up side tables and an adjustable height. The product details give 23.6 in D × 53 in W × 26 in H, and a bullet lists the folded size as 23.6 × 17.7 × 2.6 inches and the unfolded size as 35.44 to 53.15 inches long, 23.6 inches wide and 16.5 to 26 inches high. The spec table states 11 pounds while a bullet states 11.33 lbs. The spec table gives a 120 pound maximum recommendation. Materials are listed as alloy steel and a metal frame, and a bullet calls the steel water-resistant.

Pros

• Highest stated capacity of the three: the spec table gives a 120 pound maximum recommendation
• Flip-up side tables and height adjustment (16.5 to 26 inches per a bullet) let you change the layout
• Folds to 23.6 × 17.7 × 2.6 inches per the listing, so it stores flat

Cons

• Footprint not comparable: the width changes from 35.44 to 53.15 inches depending on the side tables, so do not judge it by one footprint number
• Weight is listed as 11 pounds in the specs and 11.33 lbs in a bullet, the heaviest portable table here
• Sold as a camping and tailgate grill station, so it is a general outdoor table rather than a vehicle-mounted surface, and the listing does not mention cup holders or a cooler

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want the highest stated capacity and a table you can raise, lower and widen for grill or cookware use. Skip it if you need a built-in cooler or the lightest carry.

3. Hooke Road Aluminum Tailgate Table for 2018-2026 Jeep Wrangler JL 2/4 Doors — Footprint not comparable

Listed details: dimensions 26.6 × 12.8 × 1.2 in (axes not labelled in the listing); item weight 11 pounds; listed maximum weight 80 pounds; material Aluminum, Carbon Steel; color Black.

The Hooke Road is a fixed tailgate table made for 2018 to 2026 Jeep Wrangler JL and JLU 2-door and 4-door models. The listing says installation requires drilling on the tailgate. The tabletop is a 12-gauge aluminum alloy with a 14-gauge steel mounting plate, and the specs list aluminum and carbon steel. It has rubber stoppers meant to reduce rattle, dual drink holders, and it folds flat when not in use. The listing gives 26.6 × 12.8 × 1.2 in without labeling the axes, a weight of 11 pounds, and an 80 pound maximum recommendation.

Pros

• Rigid ribbed platform with integrated rubber stoppers aimed at stopping shaking and rattle
• Aluminum alloy tabletop is described as rustproof, on a 14-gauge steel mounting plate
• Folds flat when you are done, and the 80 pound capacity is stated in both the specs and a bullet

Cons

• Only fits 2018-2026 Jeep Wrangler JL and JLU 2/4 door models, so it is off-intent for a general tailgate table and useless on other vehicles
• Requires drilling into the tailgate, which is a permanent change
• Footprint not comparable: 26.6 × 12.8 × 1.2 in is given with no axes labeled, and the 80 pound capacity is the lowest stated of the three

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it only if you own a 2018-2026 Jeep Wrangler JL or JLU and are fine drilling the tailgate for a permanent cooking surface. Skip it if you drive another vehicle or want a table you can carry anywhere.

What to check before buying tailgate table

A tailgate table can mean a freestanding folding table you carry to the parking lot, or a platform bolted to a vehicle’s tailgate. Settle that first. The Hooke Road is the vehicle-mounted type: the listing says it requires drilling and names 2018-2026 Jeep Wrangler JL and JLU models. The SUNNYFEEL and the Nice C are freestanding.

Second, check the size numbers. The SUNNYFEEL lists 25.5 × 22.05 × 25.5 inches but a bullet gives 15 × 15 × 7.1 inches, so verify before buying. The Hooke Road lists 26.6 × 12.8 × 1.2 inches with no axes labeled. The Nice C changes size by design, from 35.44 to 53.15 inches long. Do not rank any of them by footprint.

Third, load. The spec tables give 120 pounds for the Nice C and 80 pounds for the Hooke Road. The SUNNYFEEL spec table lists no maximum; only a bullet states 110 lbs, so treat it as less firmly documented. If you plan to put heavy cookware on the table, pick the highest stated number and confirm it on the listing.

Fourth, carrying weight: the SUNNYFEEL is listed at 8.4 pounds and the other two at 11 pounds, though the Nice C bullet says 11.33 lbs. The Hooke Road stays on the vehicle, so carrying weight matters less there.

Fifth, extras. The SUNNYFEEL adds an insulated cooler bag and four cup holders. The Nice C has flip-up side tables and adjustable height. The Hooke Road has two drink holders and rubber stoppers meant to reduce rattle.

Decision rules: choose the SUNNYFEEL if you want no drilling and a built-in cooler and can confirm its size. Choose the Nice C if you want the highest spec-table capacity and a table that adjusts in height. Choose the Hooke Road only if you own a 2018-2026 Jeep Wrangler JL or JLU and accept drilling the tailgate. Whichever you pick, read the dimensions and capacity on the listing first.

Worked example: fit math for these three options

This worked example is our own planning arithmetic from the listed dimensions, not test results. The wall length and walkway width are assumed example values; replace them with your measurements.

Wall example. Assume 72 inches of clear wall.

• Nice C Metal Folding Grill Table: 72 − 53 = 19 inches spare; centred, 9.5 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.

Walkway example. The US Access Board gives 36 inches as the minimum clear width for an accessible route. That figure is a yardstick, not a rule for private homes. To keep 36 inches clear beside each product, the walkway between it and the opposite obstacle must be at least 36 inches plus its depth:

• Nice C Metal Folding Grill Table: 36 + 23.6 = 59.6 inches of total path width.

Footprint. Depth × width, converted at 144 square inches per square foot:

• Nice C Metal Folding Grill Table: 23.6 × 53 = 1250.8 sq in, or 8.69 sq ft.

Mistakes to avoid

• Assuming every tailgate table is freestanding. The Hooke Road is made for 2018-2026 Jeep Wrangler JL and JLU models and the listing says it requires drilling, so it is not a table you can use at any tailgate.
• Trusting a size the listing contradicts. The SUNNYFEEL lists both 25.5 × 22.05 × 25.5 inches and 15 × 15 × 7.1 inches. Check which set describes the table before you plan around it.
• Reading a capacity number as settled. The listed figures are 80, 110 and 120 pounds, and the 110 pound figure appears only in a bullet. Confirm each on the listing before loading heavy cookware.
• Ignoring folded versus open size. The Nice C folds to 23.6 × 17.7 × 2.6 inches but opens to 35.44 to 53.15 inches long. Check both your storage space and your setup space.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use a tailgate table with any vehicle?

Not always. The Hooke Road is made for 2018-2026 Jeep Wrangler JL and JLU 2-door and 4-door models, and the listing says it requires drilling on the tailgate. The SUNNYFEEL and Nice C are freestanding folding tables, so they are not tied to one vehicle. Check the fitment text on any mounted table before ordering.

How much weight can these tables hold?

The Nice C spec table lists a 120 pound maximum recommendation, and the Hooke Road lists 80 pounds. The SUNNYFEEL spec table gives no maximum, but a bullet states 110 lbs of static weight. Because capacity is not shown consistently, confirm the number on each listing before putting heavy cookware on top.

Which tailgate table is lightest to carry?

By the listings, the SUNNYFEEL is lightest at 8.4 pounds. The Nice C and Hooke Road both list 11 pounds in their specs, although a Nice C bullet says 11.33 lbs. The Hooke Road is a mounted table, so carrying weight is less relevant for it than for the other two.

Do any of these come with a cooler or cup holders?

The SUNNYFEEL has an insulated cooler bag meant for ice packs and four mesh cup holders. The Hooke Road lists dual drink holders. The Nice C listing text mentions flip-up side tables and height adjustment, but it does not mention cup holders or a cooler.

Products worth checking

We have not tested these products. Sizes and features come from the Amazon listings as we read them; where a listing does not say, we say so.

Sources checked

• US Access Board guide to clear width
• Amazon listing for SUNNYFEEL Folding Camping Table with Cooler Bag & 4 Cup Holders, Collapsible Portable Beach Table with Carry Bag, Tailgate Picnic Table for Outdoor Camping Hiking Fishing BBQ Parties, Black
• Amazon listing for Nice C Metal Folding Grill Table, Camping Tailgate Grill Station
• Amazon listing for Hooke Road Aluminum Tailgate Table for 2018-2026 Jeep Wrangler JL 2/4 Doors

Specifications come from the Amazon listings as we read them for this guide. Product details and availability can change, so confirm on the product page before you buy.

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