Best Jeep Bumpers: Add Extra Protection To Your Jeep Front

Our choice for the Best Jeep Bumper Overall is the E-Autogrilles Jeep Wrangler JK Rock Crawler Front Bumper. This bumper fits a 2007 to 2018 Jeep Wrangler and features 5/32-inch-thick mild steel construction. It also features two-inch steel tubing for added protection and function.

The EAG Rock Crawler has a lot going for it. We like that this Jeep Wrangler bumper has a textured black powder-coat finish that will protect the bumper for a long time. The D-Rings are helpful attachment points, and we also like the fact that it can support a winch with a 12,000-pound capacity. That should be plenty of off-road pulling power.

If saving fuel is your thing, then this bumper might not be the one for you. It’s very heavy and will put a drag on your miles per gallon. Also, the most common issue buyers have with this bumper is faulty powder coating. It appears a flaw in EAG’s process caused several bumpers to rust prematurely.

If you’re looking for a Jeep Wrangler bumper for an affordable price, look no further than the EAG Steel Front Bumper with Winch Plate. Our choice for the Best Value Jeep Bumper fits all Jeep Wranglers, TJs, and YJs from 1987 to 2006. It’s made from heavy-duty, high-quality 5/32-inch cold rolled steel and features a two-inch bar for extra protection.

The EAG is a very capable bumper at this price point. The steel that it’s constructed from is of good quality, and the winch plate is designed for a 12,000-pound unit. We like the black powder-coat finish as it’s both attractive and durable. There are mounting points for extra lighting, and the pre-runner style bull bar adds some style.

Still, there are a few issues to be aware of with our value choice. Installation might not be as straightforward as you would hope. Some users have stated bolt holes are misaligned, and they’ve had to drill their own holes. Also, EAG’s powder-coat process is an issue, so you’ll have to keep an eye out to see if your bumper is affected.

Our Honorable Mention spot belongs to the LEDKINGDOMUS Front Bumper with Winch Plate. This bumper is designed to fit 2007-2018 Wranglers, and it features heavy-duty steel construction. It comes with four LED lights already installed in the bumper that give your Jeep a unique look and style.

The LEDKINGDOMUS has some features worth talking about. We like the D-ring mounts that it comes with. We also like that it has lighting installed inside of the bumper, keeping your Jeep’s front end more streamlined. Also, the powder coating appears to be of good quality with LEDKINGDOMUS stating it uses a two-stage finish. The winch plate is plenty strong, allowing a 12,000-pound winch to mount securely to the bumper. Installation of the bumper is easy as it comes with all the hardware and installation instructions you’ll need to get started.

Installing the bumper may be easy, but if you don’t have a wiring harness, the supplied lights will be a different story. LEDKINGDOMUS does not include a wiring harness for the lights, so you’ll have to supply your own. Also, the lights aren’t very bright, so you might want to upgrade them before you finish your installation.

The Smittybilt Black XRC Front Bumper is designed for Jeep Wrangler 2007-2018 JKs, including those with the vacuum pump inside the front frame. It's designed to provide optimum protection and features a 3/16-inch solid plate center section that safeguards the frame horns and lower cross member when off-roading.

The bumper includes a built-in winch mount and can hold a winch with a 15,000-pound rated line pull. Other features include a one-piece welded design, a solid D-ring mount that's welded inside and out, raised corners for optimal entry and exit in extreme conditions, and a 2-inch over rider and wings constructed of 2-inch wall tubing. Users report that the welds are solid, and it's easy to install. It also provides a more aggressive look over stock bumpers.

One downside is that you may need to drill holes in the cross member for the bottom bolts for a proper fit. Also, there have been complaints that there isn't a spot for fog lights.

The Nilight Front Bumper is designed to fit 2007-18 Jeep Wrangler JKs. It's made of 5/32-inch mild steel plating and is covered in an epoxy pre-coating and high-quality textured black powder coating for durability. The bumper has a winch mount that can accommodate a 12,000-pound winch, and it comes with two 3/4-inch pin D-rings that can support 9,500-pound loads.

Installation is simple; it bolts on using the factory holes and no drilling or cutting is required. All the holes should line up, and it's a very straightforward set up. Mounting hardware and instructions are included, and you can also install OEM fog lights into this bumper without modifications. Overall, this bumper is sturdy, solid, and it looks sharp.

However, there have been some complaints that the package doesn't include the hardware for fog lights. It's also a little bit of a hassle to get the little nut and bolts in place on the fog lights.