Side-by-Side
Compare Stone Guards
Select 2 or 3 products to compare side by side across all 8 scoring criteria. See exactly which guard wins each category.
Overall Score
D-Flector Stone Guard
D-Flector
8.6/10
Editor's ChoiceOverall Winner
Stone Stomper
Stone Stomper
7.9/10
Best CoverageCategory Scores (8 Weighted Criteria)
Stone Deflection Effectiveness
Weight: 25%D-Flector Stone Guard
8/10
Stone Stomper
10/10WIN
Build Quality & Materials
Weight: 20%D-Flector Stone Guard
9/10WIN
Stone Stomper
8/10
Durability & Longevity
Weight: 15%D-Flector Stone Guard
9/10WIN
Stone Stomper
8/10
Ease of Installation
Weight: 10%D-Flector Stone Guard
8/10WIN
Stone Stomper
5/10
Daily Convenience
Weight: 10%D-Flector Stone Guard
8/10WIN
Stone Stomper
5/10
Value for Money
Weight: 10%D-Flector Stone Guard
9/10WIN
Stone Stomper
7/10
Australian Made
Weight: 5%D-Flector Stone Guard
10/10
Stone Stomper
10/10
Warranty & Support
Weight: 5%D-Flector Stone Guard
9/10WIN
Stone Stomper
7/10
Specifications
| Specification | D-Flector Stone Guard | Stone Stomper |
|---|---|---|
| Price Tier | Mid-Range $$ | Premium $$$ |
| Price Range | mid | premium |
| Australian Made | Yes | Yes |
| Material | High-strength performance steel & aluminium options | Steel frame with commercial mesh |
| Mesh Type | Heavy-duty, special-grade PVC-coated mesh (UV tested ASTM D4329) | Horizontal commercial-grade mesh |
| Installation Type | Permanent A-frame mount | Removable horizontal trapeze mesh |
| Install Time | 10 minutes | Custom fit initial, 10 seconds connect/disconnect |
| Mounting Method | Heavy-duty galvanized U-bolt mounting (no drilling) | Custom bracket system between vehicle and drawbar |
| Protection Coverage | A-frame, front panel, undercarriage fittings (gas, water, electrical) | Full mid-span between vehicle and caravan — A-frame, gas bottles, and rear of tow vehicle |
| Daily Setup Required | No | Yes |
| Drilling Required | No | No |
| Warranty | 3-year manufacturer warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
Pros & Cons
D-Flector Stone Guard
Pros
- +Permanent fixture — no daily connect/disconnect needed
- +High-strength steel & aluminium resists corrosion well
- +10-minute no-drill installation with U-bolts
- +Australian Made certified (manufactured in Moorabbin, VIC)
- +Rip-stop mesh deflects stones groundward, not back at tow vehicle
Cons
- -Permanent mount may obstruct jockey wheel access on some vans
- -Limited colour options — only silver/grey
- -Mesh can collect debris requiring occasional hose-down
- -Less mid-span coverage than horizontal systems like Stone Stomper
Stone Stomper
Pros
- +Best raw coverage of any guard on the market
- +Catches debris other guards miss — protects the gap between vehicle and van
- +Strong community following with proven track record on serious outback trips
- +Australian designed and manufactured in Lonsdale, SA
- +10-second connect/disconnect once you know the system
Cons
- -Requires connecting and disconnecting at every stop
- -Mesh collects road grime — can be messy to handle after dirt roads
- -Highest price point of any stone guard on the market
- -Custom fitting required for each vehicle/caravan combination
Category Win Summary
D-Flector Stone Guard
6
categories won
Stone Stomper
1
categories won
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