A cheap, well rated side awning for anyone who wants plenty of shade and rain cover without paying for quick deploy hardware.
Amazon $179.99The OVS HD Nomadic 90 Awning 6.5 ft rates 4.1 among side vehicle awnings; the OVS XD Nomadic 180 LTE Awning rates 3.7 among 180 and 270 degree ones. The OVS HD Nomadic 90 Awning 6.5 ft costs $270 less ($179.99 vs $449.99).

A light freestanding awning for a midsize vehicle or a light rack. Buyers who want more shade should look at the full size 180 or 270.
Amazon $449.99Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different shape classes (side and 180 and 270 degree), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own shape peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | OVS HD Nomadic 90 Awning 6.5 ft | OVS XD Nomadic 180 LTE Awning |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 83 $3.40 per sq ft of shade ($179.99, 53 sq ft) | 56 $7.63 per sq ft of shade ($449.99, 59 sq ft) |
| Coverage 20% | 66 53 sq ft of shade | 9 59 sq ft of shade |
| Fabric 15% | 64 3,500 mm waterproof rating | 100 5,000 mm waterproof rating |
| Weight 10% | 69 24 lb (0.5 lb per sq ft of shade) | 55 31 lb (0.5 lb per sq ft of shade) |
| Warranty 25% | 75 4-year warranty | 100 6-year warranty |
Specifications
| OVS HD Nomadic 90 Awning 6.5 ft | OVS XD Nomadic 180 LTE Awning | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | ||
| Shape | Side | Wing |
| Size | 6.5 x 8 ft | 180° |
| Shade | 53 sq ft | 59 sq ft |
| Freestanding | - | Yes |
| Walls or room available | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Fabric | 280 g/m² ripstop polycotton | 320 g/m² ripstop polycotton with blackout coating |
| Waterproof rating | 3,500 mm | 5,000 mm |
| Weight | 24 lb | 31 lb |
| Warranty | 4 years | 6 years |