ROAM Rooftop Awning 5 ft
#9 in SideFull review
A plain, well built 5 ft pull out awning from a known overland brand. Budget awnings with published ratings give more for less.
Amazon $303.20$303.20
The ROAM Rooftop Awning 5 ft is the better vehicle awning overall, rated 2.9 to 2.0. The ROAM Rooftop Awning 5 ft leads on warranty. The ROAM Rooftop Awning 5 ft costs $466.79 less ($303.20 vs $769.99).
Rhino-Rack Sunseeker 2m Freestanding
#16 in SideFull review
A quick to open side awning that needs no poles, for Rhino-Rack owners who stop often for short breaks. Shade per dollar is poor next to pole supported awnings.
Amazon $769.99$769.99
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 ROAM Rooftop Awning 5 ft for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-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 | ROAM Rooftop Awning 5 ft | Rhino-Rack Sunseeker 2m Freestanding |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 40 $7.58 per sq ft of shade ($303.20, 40 sq ft) | 0 $17.91 per sq ft of shade ($769.99, 43 sq ft) |
| Coverage 20% | 40 40 sq ft of shade | 46 43 sq ft of shade |
| Fabric 15% | 50 waterproof rating not published (neutral score used) | 29 2,000 mm waterproof rating |
| Weight 10% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 0 40.8 lb (0.9 lb per sq ft of shade) |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| ROAM Rooftop Awning 5 ft | Rhino-Rack Sunseeker 2m Freestanding | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | ||
| Shape | Side | Side |
| Size | 5 x 8 ft | - |
| Shade | 40 sq ft | 43 sq ft |
| Walls or room available | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Fabric | 280 g/m² PU coated ripstop polycotton | Ripstop, CPAI-84 fire standard |
| Waterproof rating | - | 2,000 mm |
| UPF | - | 50 |
| Weight | - | 40.8 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |