For buyers who want a light, rust-free shed: 6 x 8 ft of polycarbonate-panel for $1,091.99 ($22.75 per sq ft).
Amazon $780.84The Palram Canopia Rubicon 6x8 Shed rates 3.3 among medium outdoor storage sheds; the Aoxun 6x4 Metal Shed rates 2.9 among small ones. The Aoxun 6x4 Metal Shed costs $620.85 less ($159.99 vs $780.84).
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For buyers who want a budget steel shed: 6 x 4 ft of galvanized steel for $159.99 ($6.67 per sq ft).
Amazon $159.99Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (medium and small), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Palram Canopia Rubicon 6x8 Shed | Aoxun 6x4 Metal Shed |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 35% | 35 $16.27 per sq ft ($780.84) | 69 $6.67 per sq ft ($159.99) |
| Size 15% | 51 48 sq ft of floor | 20 24 sq ft of floor |
| Construction 20% | 65 polycarbonate on an aluminum frame | 50 galvanized steel |
| Features 20% | 50 features not published (neutral score used) | 20 vents |
| Warranty 10% | 79 12-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Palram Canopia Rubicon 6x8 Shed | Aoxun 6x4 Metal Shed | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | ||
| Footprint | 6 x 8 ft | 6 x 4 ft |
| Floor area | 48 sq ft | 24 sq ft |
| Build | ||
| Material | Polycarbonate | Galvanized steel |
| Construction | Polycarbonate on an aluminum frame | Galvanized steel |
| Doors and features | ||
| Vents | - | Yes |
| Other | ||
| Warranty | 12 years | - |