Palram Canopia Rubicon 6x8 Shed
#13 in MediumFull review
For buyers who want a light, rust-free shed: 6 x 8 ft of polycarbonate-panel for $1,091.99 ($22.75 per sq ft).
Amazon $1,091.99$1,091.99
The Palram Canopia Rubicon 6x8 Shed is the better outdoor storage shed overall, rated 3.1 to 2.6. The Palram Canopia Rubicon 6x8 Shed leads on value and size. The Suncast Modern 6x5 Shed wins on construction. The Suncast Modern 6x5 Shed costs $52 less ($1,039.99 vs $1,091.99).
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Suncast Modern 6x5 Shed
#23 in MediumFull review
For buyers who want a no-paint resin shed: 6 x 5 ft of resin for $1,039.99 ($34.67 per sq ft).
Amazon $1,039.99$1,039.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Palram Canopia Rubicon 6x8 Shed for value ($22.75 per sq ft ($1,091.99) vs $34.67 per sq ft ($1,039.99)) and size (48 sq ft of floor vs 30 sq ft of floor).
- Choose the Suncast Modern 6x5 Shed for construction (steel-reinforced resin, 30 lb per sq ft roof load vs polycarbonate on an aluminum frame).
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 Rubicon 6x8 Shed | Suncast Modern 6x5 Shed |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 35% | 22 $22.75 per sq ft ($1,091.99) | 6 $34.67 per sq ft ($1,039.99) |
| Size 15% | 51 48 sq ft of floor | 30 30 sq ft of floor |
| Construction 20% | 65 polycarbonate on an aluminum frame | 96 steel-reinforced resin, 30 lb per sq ft roof load |
| Features 20% | 50 features not published (neutral score used) | 25 windows or skylights |
| Warranty 10% | 79 12-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Palram Canopia Rubicon 6x8 Shed | Suncast Modern 6x5 Shed | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | ||
| Footprint | 6 x 8 ft | 6 x 5 ft |
| Floor area | 48 sq ft | 30 sq ft |
| Build | ||
| Material | Polycarbonate | Resin |
| Construction | Polycarbonate on an aluminum frame | Steel-reinforced resin |
| Snow or roof load | - | 30 lb per sq ft |
| Doors and features | ||
| Windows or skylights | - | Yes |
| Other | ||
| Warranty | 12 years | - |