Need a Grille Guard for 2013 Trail Edition 4Runner

[Lil' Bob]

Hi all! Think I need one of these after a recent encounter with a mule deer in the Bears Ears of Utah. I knew the front had a lot of plastic but I was shocked at how frail my 4Runner's front end was. Thankfully I had insurance (it was over $8,000).
I'd like to find one that doesn't cost an arm and a leg but at the same time find one stout enough to withstand an impact. Also, the easier to install the better!! Hoping to avoid cutting. Can't afford the whole full blown steel bumper type though they certainly look to be up to the task.
Saw this one online and wondered if anyone had experience with it or had any other suggestions.
Toyota 4-Runner Grille Guard; Black (10-24 4Runner, Excluding 14-24 Limited, 19-23 Nightshade & 22-24 TRD Sport) - Free Shipping

Thanks for any feedback/suggestions:decision:

 

[FoxtrotRomeo]

Be aware that those typical "brush guards" often significantly compromise your angle of approach - from the link it looks like this one does too.
I am not sure that a "brush" guard would've helped against a mule deer

 

[Lil' Bob]

Thanks!

OK, I'm not real clear on the difference between a grille guard and a brush guard. But as you pointed out, the brush guard is not what I'm looking for.
Any thoughts on a guard that might work?

 

[Humble Leader]

the only thing that will work properly is a steel front bumper. those guards will just bend and smash the front end. sure they are good for brush and protecting your headlights but they are not made to reinforce your vehicle for more serious collisions

 

[jp.vegas]

Those are fondly known as “damage doublers.” They’re cosmetic at best, hit anything serious with that and it will fold over causing likely more damage than if you didn’t have it.

 

[Lil' Bob]

Good to know. :thanks: