Devoko 8x6 Metal Shed
#3 in MediumFull review
For buyers who want a budget steel shed: 8 x 6 ft of galvanized steel for $219.99 ($4.58 per sq ft).
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The Devoko 8x6 Metal Shed is the better outdoor storage shed overall, rated 3.4 to 3.1. The Devoko 8x6 Metal Shed leads on value. The Lifetime 8x5 Shed 6418 wins on construction and features. The Devoko 8x6 Metal Shed costs $748.22 less ($219.99 vs $968.21).
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Lifetime 8x5 Shed 6418
#15 in MediumFull review
For buyers who want a no-paint resin shed: 8 x 5 ft of resin for $968.21 ($24.21 per sq ft).
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Which should you buy?
- Choose the Devoko 8x6 Metal Shed for value ($4.58 per sq ft, $0.90 per cu ft ($219.99) vs $24.21 per sq ft ($968.21)).
- Choose the Lifetime 8x5 Shed 6418 for construction (steel-reinforced resin, 23 lb per sq ft roof load vs galvanized steel) and features (floor included vs vents).
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 | Devoko 8x6 Metal Shed | Lifetime 8x5 Shed 6418 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 35% | 92 $4.58 per sq ft, $0.90 per cu ft ($219.99) | 19 $24.21 per sq ft ($968.21) |
| Size 15% | 51 48 sq ft of floor | 43 40 sq ft of floor |
| Construction 20% | 50 galvanized steel | 94 steel-reinforced resin, 23 lb per sq ft roof load |
| Features 20% | 20 vents | 35 floor included |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 64 10-year warranty |
Specifications
| Devoko 8x6 Metal Shed | Lifetime 8x5 Shed 6418 | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | ||
| Footprint | 8 x 6 ft | 8 x 5 ft |
| Floor area | 48 sq ft | 40 sq ft |
| Capacity | 245 cu ft | - |
| Build | ||
| Material | Galvanized steel | Resin |
| Construction | Galvanized steel | Steel-reinforced resin |
| Floor | - | Included |
| Snow or roof load | - | 23 lb per sq ft |
| Doors and features | ||
| Double doors | Yes | - |
| Door width | - | 48 in |
| Door height | - | 72 in |
| Vents | Yes | - |
| Other | ||
| Warranty | - | 10 years |