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
9.3/10
Editor's ChoiceOverall Winner
Stone Stomper
Stone Stomper
6.8/10
Best CoverageCategory Scores (8 Weighted Criteria)
Ease of Installation
Weight: 20%D-Flector Stone Guard
10/10WIN
Stone Stomper
6/10
Daily Convenience
Weight: 20%D-Flector Stone Guard
10/10WIN
Stone Stomper
4/10
Build Quality & Materials
Weight: 15%D-Flector Stone Guard
9/10WIN
Stone Stomper
8/10
Stone Deflection Effectiveness
Weight: 15%D-Flector Stone Guard
8/10
Stone Stomper
9/10WIN
Durability & Longevity
Weight: 10%D-Flector Stone Guard
9/10WIN
Stone Stomper
7/10
Value for Money
Weight: 10%D-Flector Stone Guard
9/10WIN
Stone Stomper
6/10
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
8/10
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 & aerospace-grade 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 & aerospace-grade aluminium won't corrode
- +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
- -Less mid-span coverage than horizontal trapeze-style guards
- -Permanent mount means it's always visible on the van
- -Limited colour options
Stone Stomper
Pros
- +Superior mid-span coverage — catches stones between vehicle and caravan
- +Protects rear of tow vehicle as well as front of caravan
- +500,000+ stone chip-free kilometres claimed
- +Quick 10-second connect/disconnect once fitted
- +Australian designed and tested
Cons
- -Requires connecting and disconnecting at every stop
- -Gets extremely dirty — messy to handle
- -Higher price point compared to alternatives
- -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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