OVS XD Nomadic Self-Deploying 90 6.5ft
#2 in SideFull review
For buyers who set up camp often and want an awning that opens itself, with a long warranty. Its weight needs a strong rack.
Amazon $429.99$429.99
The OVS XD Nomadic Self-Deploying 90 6.5ft is the better vehicle awning overall, rated 4.0 to 3.2. The OVS XD Nomadic Self-Deploying 90 6.5ft leads on fabric and warranty. The OVS XD Nomadic Self-Deploying 90 6.5ft costs $119.96 less ($429.99 vs $549.95).
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ARB Hard Case Awning 2.5M
#6 in SideFull review
For ARB rack owners who want a tidy hard cased awning with a built in light. Shoppers who mainly want shade for the money have cheaper choices.
ARB $549.95$549.95
Which should you buy?
- Choose the OVS XD Nomadic Self-Deploying 90 6.5ft for fabric (5,000 mm waterproof rating vs 1,000 mm waterproof rating) and warranty (6-year warranty vs 3-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every side vehicle awning; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | OVS XD Nomadic Self-Deploying 90 6.5ft | ARB Hard Case Awning 2.5M |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 45 $6.98 per sq ft of shade ($429.99, 61.6 sq ft) | 36 $8.18 per sq ft of shade ($549.95, 67.2 sq ft) |
| Coverage 20% | 83 61.6 sq ft of shade | 94 67.2 sq ft of shade (8.2 x 8.2 ft) |
| Fabric 15% | 100 5,000 mm waterproof rating | 5 1,000 mm waterproof rating |
| Weight 10% | 9 46.5 lb (0.8 lb per sq ft of shade) | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 100 6-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| OVS XD Nomadic Self-Deploying 90 6.5ft | ARB Hard Case Awning 2.5M | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | ||
| Shape | Side | Side |
| Size | - | 8.2 x 8.2 ft |
| Shade | 61.6 sq ft | 67.2 sq ft |
| Build | ||
| Fabric | 320 g/m² ripstop polycotton with blackout coating | 300D Oxford polyester |
| Waterproof rating | 5,000 mm | 1,000 mm |
| Weight | 46.5 lb | - |
| Warranty | 6 years | 3 years |