For buyers who want a light, rust-free shed: 6 x 8 ft of polycarbonate-panel for $709 ($14.77 per sq ft).
Amazon $709The Palram Canopia Skylight 6x8 Shed rates 3.3 among medium outdoor storage sheds; the Patiowell 6x4 Metal Shed rates 2.9 among small ones. The Patiowell 6x4 Metal Shed costs $539.01 less ($169.99 vs $709).
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For buyers who want a budget steel shed: 6 x 4 ft of galvanized steel for $165.99 ($6.92 per sq ft).
Amazon $169.99Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (medium and small), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Palram Canopia Skylight 6x8 Shed | Patiowell 6x4 Metal Shed |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 35% | 38 $14.77 per sq ft ($709) | 67 $7.08 per sq ft ($169.99) |
| Size 15% | 51 48 sq ft of floor | 20 24 sq ft of floor |
| Construction 20% | 65 polycarbonate on an aluminum frame | 50 galvanized steel |
| Features 20% | 80 floor included, windows or skylights, vents | 20 vents |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Palram Canopia Skylight 6x8 Shed | Patiowell 6x4 Metal Shed | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | ||
| Footprint | 6 x 8 ft | 6 x 4 ft |
| Floor area | 48 sq ft | 24 sq ft |
| Build | ||
| Material | Polycarbonate | Galvanized steel |
| Construction | Polycarbonate on an aluminum frame | Galvanized steel |
| Floor | Included | - |
| Doors and features | ||
| Double doors | - | Yes |
| Windows or skylights | Yes | - |
| Vents | Yes | Yes |