Key Takeaways

• • The Jeep Sky One-Touch Power Top is a factory-ordered hybrid roof with a retractable powered center panel, while the Bestop eTop is the world’s only aftermarket powered full soft top.

• • The eTop is engineered for the Jeep Wrangler JL & 2 Door and the Ford Bronco in both 2-door and 4-door configurations, and the Jeep Wrangler JK (4-door).
  • The eTop is priced at $5,295 for the Black option and $5,695 for color options, before installation. The Sky One-Touch is a factory add-on directly from Jeep and generally costs between $2,000 and $3,995 MSRP, depending on the specific Wrangler model and trim level.

Open-air freedom should feel effortless. You press a button, and the sky opens. Two power tops promise exactly that for your Jeep Wrangler: the factory Jeep Sky One-Touch Power Top and the aftermarket eTop from Bestop. Both open the roof at the touch of a button, but they take different paths to get there. This eTop vs Sky One-Touch guide explains how each one does this, how they compare, and which power top fits your Jeep, your budget, and the way you actually want to drive it. As Jeep’s sole OEM soft top supplier since 1986, Bestop knows open-air Jeeps, and we will keep this comparison honest. Want the full picture first? Explore the Bestop eTop.

eTop vs Sky One-Touch at a Glance

The core difference is simple. The Jeep Sky One-Touch is a factory-installed hybrid roof—a rigid top with a powered fabric panel that retracts over fixed rails. It can only be selected when ordering a new Jeep and cannot be added after purchase. The Bestop eTop is a fully retractable, open-air, powered, aftermarket soft top. It is a full soft top that opens completely at one touch, and it can be added to applicable Jeeps and Broncos at any time. Put simply, the Sky One-Touch is a factory hybrid hard top/soft top that opens along the roof onlyThe eTop is a true, fully open cabin powered soft top available aftermarket.

What Is the Jeep Sky One-Touch Power Top?

The Jeep Sky One-Touch Power Top is a factory-installed power roof that you must order with a new Jeep Wrangler. It uses a hybrid design: a rigid top with a retractable powered fabric center panel that slides open over fixed side rails. It is not a full soft top, and it is not a full hardtop. Instead, it blends elements of both into one roof, similar to a moon roof.

The Sky One-Touch is a genuinely strong factory option. Many owners like push-button sky access without giving up a solid roofline. It works well for customers who want to keep their hardtop structure.

Because the Sky One-Touch roof is integrated into the vehicle at the factory, it is only available on Jeep models and must be selected when the vehicle is ordered. It cannot be added after purchase. That timing matters: it is a decision made at the dealership, not a later addition. To see how it lines up against traditional and premium tops, our Jeep Wrangler soft top buyer’s guide breaks down every style.

What Is the eTop?

The eTop by Bestop is the world’s only aftermarket powered soft top. One button opens it in seconds: no panel removal, no storage, and no planning. It is built to OEM-grade precision, the same engineering standard behind Bestop’s factory tops, and wrapped in nine-layer premium fabric with a premium headliner that drastically cuts cabin noise. The eTop is Bestop’s Ultra-Premium flagship soft top, and it fits the JL 2 and 4 DR, JK 4 DR, Bronco 2 and 4 door. It turns open-air driving into instant open-air freedom on a whim, rather than something you plan around.

• One-button operation: The eTop opens and closes at the push of a button, so open-air freedom takes seconds, no planning needed. 
• No panels, no storage: There are two latches but nothing to remove, or find garage space for.
• OEM-grade fit and sealing: Built to the same precision standard as Bestop’s OEM tops for confident, quiet driving.
• All-season fabric: Nine-layer premium fabric and a premium headliner keep the cabin comfortable year-round.

You can find the eTop for the 2-door Wrangler JL and the 4-door Wrangler JL on Bestop’s site. The eTop is priced at $5,295 for the Black option and $5,695 for color options. The eTop is available for both Jeep and Bronco models and requires installation by an authorized eTop installer. With Bestop’s white-glove service, the eTop Customer Service team will guide you through selecting an installer in your area and support you throughout the entire installation process.

Key Differences That Matter

Factory Option vs Aftermarket Upgrade

This is the most significant difference between the Sky One-Touch and the Bestop eTop, and it’s an important consideration. The Sky One-Touch is a factory-installed option that must be added when ordering a new Wrangler, while the eTop is an aftermarket system that can be added later to compatible Jeep Wrangler JL and JK models.

For owners who didn’t select the Sky One-Touch, or bought their Jeep used, that distinction matters. The eTop makes powered open-air driving available without requiring the purchase of another vehicle, giving Jeep owners the flexibility to upgrade when they’re ready (even from a Sky One-Touch). The eTop provides an alternative path, allowing owners to decide later whether a power-operated top fits their driving style and budget.

How Open Is Open-Air?

How open is open-air when it comes to a soft top? The Sky One-Touch retracts its powered fabric center panel only, while the sides and rear roof structure stays in place, giving you an open sky view above the seats only. The eTop retracts fully, opening the cabin from the windshield back for a complete open-air feel. Both operate at one touch, so the real question is how much open view driving you want to experience. If maximum open-air freedom is the goal, the eTop delivers more of it. For most Jeep owners, that fuller opening is the moment a Jeep starts to feel like true freedom rather than a sunroof-style peek at the sky.

Everyday Comfort and Noise

Is a powered soft top quiet enough for daily driving? The eTop is built for it. Its nine-layer premium fabric and headliner drastically cut cabin noise. The eTop gives the Jeep Wrangler the convenience of a fully powered soft top while maintaining a comfortable driving experience for everyday use.It suits the morning commute and the golden-hour detour alike, without the cabin roar many drivers expect from a soft top.

Which Should You Choose?

Which power top is right for you? It comes down to where you are in the journey and how open you want your open-air to feel. Here is a quick way to decide.

• Looking to upgrade your Jeep: The eTop gives you a fully powered soft top that can be added to eligible JL and JK models, making it a flexible option whether you already own your Jeep or are purchasing one.
• Want a factory-installed option: The Sky One-Touch is available only when ordering a new Jeep Wrangler and cannot be added after purchase.
• Want the fullest open-air feel: The eTop retracts completely, opening the whole cabin rather than a center panel.

The Bottom Line

The Bestop eTop brings push-button open-air freedom to your Jeep with a fully powered, retractable soft top that can be added to eligible vehicles after purchase. Unlike the factory-installed Sky One-Touch, the eTop gives Jeep owners the flexibility to upgrade when they’re ready. If effortless, everyday open-air freedom is what you are after, the eTop is worth a closer look. Take your time, weigh how you drive, and picture what the eTop could add to your daily routine.

Frequently Asked Questions About the eTop and Sky One-Touch

Common questions buyers ask when comparing the Bestop eTop with the Jeep Sky One-Touch Power Top.

What Is the Difference Between the eTop and the Sky One-Touch?

The Jeep Sky One-Touch is a factory power top ordered with a new Wrangler that slides its fabric center panel back over a fixed rail structure. The Bestop eTop is an aftermarket, fully powered soft top you can add later that retracts far back at the push of a button for a wide-open, convertible-style experience.

Can You Add a Power Soft Top to a Jeep Without the Sky One-Touch?

Yes. The Sky One-Touch must be ordered from the factory with a new Wrangler, so owners who skipped it, or bought used, cannot add it later. The Bestop eTop solves that: it installs on Jeep Wrangler JL and JK models as an aftermarket upgrade, giving any eligible Jeep push-button open-air freedom.

Does the eTop Fit Both Jeep Wrangler and Ford Bronco?

Yes. The Bestop eTop is engineered for the Jeep Wrangler JL and the Ford Bronco in both 2-door and 4-door configurations, plus the Jeep Wrangler JK (4-door), all built to OEM-grade precision. The Sky One-Touch, by contrast, is a Jeep-only factory option and is not available for the Bronco.

How Fast Does the eTop Open?

The eTop goes from fully closed to open air in seconds with one-touch electric control, no latches to release, no panels to remove, and nothing to store. The Sky One-Touch also opens at the push of a button, but its fixed rear structure stays in place rather than retracting fully like the eTop.

Is a Powered Soft Top Quiet Enough for Daily Driving?

Yes. The eTop uses nine-layer premium fabric and a neoprene headliner that cuts cabin noise by up to 5 dB, so it drives comfortably every day. Owners routinely describe it as at least as quiet as a hardtop, making it well suited to commuting, not just weekend trips.

Is the Sky One-Touch a Soft Top or a Hardtop?

The Sky One-Touch is a hybrid: a rigid roof structure with a retractable fabric center panel that powers back to open the cabin. It is not a full soft top and not a full hardtop. The Bestop eTop is a true powered soft top that retracts far back for a more open, convertible-like feel.

How Much Does the Bestop eTop Cost?

The eTop is priced at approximately $4,995 for both Jeep and Bronco. Because pricing and configurations change, confirm current figures on Bestop’s eTop page before you buy. The eTop anchors Bestop’s Ultra-Premium tier as its flagship powered soft top.