ROAM Rooftop Awning 6.5 ft
#7 in SideFull review
A plain, well built 6.5 ft pull out awning from a known overland brand. Budget awnings with published ratings give more for less.
Amazon $319.20$319.20
The ROAM Rooftop Awning 6.5 ft is the better vehicle awning overall, rated 3.1 to 2.0. The ROAM Rooftop Awning 6.5 ft leads on warranty. The ROAM Rooftop Awning 6.5 ft costs $450.79 less ($319.20 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 6.5 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 6.5 ft | Rhino-Rack Sunseeker 2m Freestanding |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 2.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 52 $6.14 per sq ft of shade ($319.20, 52 sq ft) | 0 $17.91 per sq ft of shade ($769.99, 43 sq ft) |
| Coverage 20% | 64 52 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 6.5 ft | Rhino-Rack Sunseeker 2m Freestanding | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | ||
| Shape | Side | Side |
| Size | 6.5 x 8 ft | - |
| Shade | 52 sq ft | 43 sq ft |
| Walls or room available | Yes | 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 |