OVS HD Nomadic 90 Awning 6.5 ft
#2 in SideFull review
A cheap, well rated side awning for anyone who wants plenty of shade and rain cover without paying for quick deploy hardware.
Amazon $179.99$179.99
The OVS HD Nomadic 90 Awning 6.5 ft is the better vehicle awning overall, rated 4.1 to 3.4. The OVS HD Nomadic 90 Awning 6.5 ft leads on warranty. The OVS HD Nomadic 90 Awning 6.5 ft costs $155.21 less ($179.99 vs $335.20).
ROAM Rooftop Awning 8 ft
#5 in SideFull review
A plain, well built 8 ft pull out awning from a known overland brand. Budget awnings with published ratings give more for less.
Amazon $335.20$335.20
Prices 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the OVS HD Nomadic 90 Awning 6.5 ft for warranty (4-year warranty vs 2-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 HD Nomadic 90 Awning 6.5 ft | ROAM Rooftop Awning 8 ft |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 83 $3.40 per sq ft of shade ($179.99, 53 sq ft) | 60 $5.24 per sq ft of shade ($335.20, 64 sq ft) |
| Coverage 20% | 66 53 sq ft of shade | 88 64 sq ft of shade |
| Fabric 15% | 64 3,500 mm waterproof rating | 50 waterproof rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight 10% | 69 24 lb (0.5 lb per sq ft of shade) | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 75 4-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| OVS HD Nomadic 90 Awning 6.5 ft | ROAM Rooftop Awning 8 ft | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | ||
| Shape | Side | Side |
| Size | 6.5 x 8 ft | 8 x 8 ft |
| Shade | 53 sq ft | 64 sq ft |
| Walls or room available | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Fabric | 280 g/m² ripstop polycotton | 280 g/m² PU coated ripstop polycotton |
| Waterproof rating | 3,500 mm | - |
| Weight | 24 lb | - |
| Warranty | 4 years | 2 years |