Thule ProRide 598 vs Yakima FoldClick 2
Comparison 2026 — Bike Racks
Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Yakima FoldClick 2 edges out the Thule ProRide 598 with an overall score of 80/100 against 76/100. It scores particularly well on stability (82/100) and e-bike suitability (74/100), making it the better all-round pick in Bike Racks.
The Thule ProRide 598 remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €130.00 versus €350.00.
Stability winner
Yakima FoldClick 2
2% higher than its rival
Specifications
| Specification | Thule ProRide 598 | Yakima FoldClick 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €130.00+169% | €350.00 |
| Rating | ★4.5 (1,820) | ★4.4 (820) |
| Overall | 76/100 | 80/100+5% |
| Capacity | ||
| Number of bikes | 1 | 2+100% |
| Max weight per bike | 20 kg+15% | 23 kg |
| Max total load | 20 kg | 46 kg+130% |
| Rack weight | 4.5 kg+222% | 14.5 kg |
| E-bike suitable | Nee / No | Lichte e-bikes |
| Mounting | ||
| Mounting | Dak (T-gleuf of klem) | Trekhaak (kogel) |
| Clamp type | Frameklem met momentknop | — |
| Lock | Frame + drager, één sleutel | — |
| Roof-bar compatible | Thule, Yakima, T-slot | — |
| Folding arms | — | Ja |
| Tiltable | — | Ja |
| Integrated lights | — | Ja, 13-polig |
Pros and cons
Thule ProRide 598
Pros
- Excellent value for carrying a single bike on the roof
- Keeps the bike intact — no front-wheel removal required
- Locks both frame and rack with a single key
- Fits most Thule, Yakima and standard T-slot roof bars
Cons
- Lifting a bike to roof height is physically demanding, especially on SUVs
- Fuel consumption jumps notably due to drag on long drives
Yakima FoldClick 2
Pros
- Budget-friendly alternative to Thule without major concessions on build quality
- Folding arms save space when the rack stays on the tow bar
- Quick tool-free mounting via a clamp lever on the tow ball
- Dutch and German licence-plate holder supplied as standard
Cons
- A 23 kg per-bike limit is tight for heavy e-bikes with mid-drive batteries
- No loading ramp included — lifting goes up to hip height