Duramax SideMate Plus 4x8 Shed
#12 in MediumFull review
For buyers who want a low-maintenance vinyl shed: 4 x 8 ft of vinyl for $799 ($24.97 per sq ft).
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The Duramax SideMate Plus 4x8 Shed is the better outdoor storage shed overall, rated 3.1 to 2.5. The Duramax SideMate Plus 4x8 Shed leads on features and construction. The Arrow Yardsaver 4x10 Steel Shed wins on value and size. The Arrow Yardsaver 4x10 Steel Shed costs $149.01 less ($649.99 vs $799).
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Arrow Yardsaver 4x10 Steel Shed
#24 in MediumFull review
For buyers who want a budget steel shed: 4 x 10 ft of galvanized steel for $649.99 ($16.25 per sq ft).
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Which should you buy?
- Choose the Duramax SideMate Plus 4x8 Shed for features (floor frame only, vents vs none of the listed features) and construction (vinyl over a steel frame vs galvanized steel).
- Choose the Arrow Yardsaver 4x10 Steel Shed for value ($16.25 per sq ft ($649.99) vs $24.97 per sq ft, $5.18 per cu ft ($799)) and size (40 sq ft of floor vs 32 sq ft of floor).
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 | Duramax SideMate Plus 4x8 Shed | Arrow Yardsaver 4x10 Steel Shed |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Value 35% | 23 $24.97 per sq ft, $5.18 per cu ft ($799) | 35 $16.25 per sq ft ($649.99) |
| Size 15% | 33 32 sq ft of floor | 43 40 sq ft of floor |
| Construction 20% | 80 vinyl over a steel frame | 50 galvanized steel |
| Features 20% | 38 floor frame only, vents | 0 none of the listed features |
| Warranty 10% | 100 15-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Duramax SideMate Plus 4x8 Shed | Arrow Yardsaver 4x10 Steel Shed | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | ||
| Footprint | 4 x 8 ft | 4 x 10 ft |
| Floor area | 32 sq ft | 40 sq ft |
| Capacity | 154.3 cu ft | - |
| Build | ||
| Material | Vinyl | Galvanized steel |
| Construction | Vinyl over a steel frame | Galvanized steel |
| Floor | Frame or kit only | Not included |
| Doors and features | ||
| Double doors | - | Yes |
| Door width | 29.8 in | - |
| Vents | Yes | - |
| Other | ||
| Warranty | 15 years | - |