For buyers who want a light, rust-free shed: 6 x 8 ft of polycarbonate-panel for $709 ($14.77 per sq ft).
Amazon $709The Palram Canopia Skylight 6x8 Shed is the better outdoor storage shed overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The Palram Canopia Skylight 6x8 Shed leads on size and construction. The Arrow EZEE 6x5 Steel Shed wins on value. The Arrow EZEE 6x5 Steel Shed costs $460 less ($249 vs $709).
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For buyers who want a budget steel shed: 6 x 5 ft of galvanized steel for $300.56 ($10.02 per sq ft).
Amazon $249Which should you buy?
- Choose the Palram Canopia Skylight 6x8 Shed for size (48 sq ft of floor vs 30 sq ft of floor) and construction (polycarbonate on an aluminum frame vs galvanized steel).
- Choose the Arrow EZEE 6x5 Steel Shed for value ($8.30 per sq ft ($249) vs $14.77 per sq ft ($709)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every medium outdoor storage shed; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Palram Canopia Skylight 6x8 Shed | Arrow EZEE 6x5 Steel Shed |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 35% | 38 $14.77 per sq ft ($709) | 61 $8.30 per sq ft ($249) |
| Size 15% | 51 48 sq ft of floor | 30 30 sq ft of floor |
| Construction 20% | 65 polycarbonate on an aluminum frame | 50 galvanized steel |
| Features 20% | 80 floor included, windows or skylights, vents | 50 features not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Palram Canopia Skylight 6x8 Shed | Arrow EZEE 6x5 Steel Shed | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | ||
| Footprint | 6 x 8 ft | 6 x 5 ft |
| Floor area | 48 sq ft | 30 sq ft |
| Sidewall height | - | 65 in |
| Build | ||
| Material | Polycarbonate | Galvanized steel |
| Construction | Polycarbonate on an aluminum frame | Galvanized steel |
| Floor | Included | - |
| Doors and features | ||
| Door width | - | 31 in |
| Windows or skylights | Yes | - |
| Vents | Yes | - |
