Aoxun 16x12 aluminum with power outlet vs Mellcom 10x20 with curtains
Aoxun 16x12 aluminum with power outlet
Best for: A windy yard where you want a fan or lights under the roof
Last price we saw
$1,900
Score 7.0 out of 10
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Mellcom 10x20 with curtains
Best for: A long patio where you want curtains and zones for little money
Last price we saw
$1,850
Score 6.4 out of 10
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Our verdict
- Build: the Aoxun 16x12 aluminum with power outlet is all aluminum, the Mellcom 10x20 with curtains is aluminum frame, steel louvers. Aluminum does not rust where the coating chips, steel does.
- The Aoxun 16x12 aluminum with power outlet carries the higher wind rating (82.5 mph against 50 mph).
- Louver control: pull sling on the Aoxun 16x12 aluminum with power outlet, hand crank on the Mellcom 10x20 with curtains.
- On overall score the Aoxun 16x12 aluminum with power outlet comes out ahead (7.0 to 6.4).
| Aoxun 16x12 aluminum with power outlet | Mellcom 10x20 with curtains | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,900 | $1,850 |
| Price per sq ft | $9.90 | $9.25 |
| Size | 12 x 16 ft | 10 x 20 ft |
| Shaded area | 192 sq ft | 200 sq ft |
| Height | not published | not published |
| Build | All aluminum | Aluminum frame, steel louvers |
| Louver control | Pull sling | Hand crank |
| Louver zones | not published | 4 |
| Max louver angle | not published | not published |
| Wind rating | 82.5 mph | 50 mph |
| Snow rating | not published | not published |
| Mounting | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Drainage through posts | Yes | Yes |
| Side curtains included | Yes | Yes |
| LED lights | No | No |
| Color | Gray | Gray |
| Weight | not published | not published |
| Warranty | not published | not published |
| Score | 7.0 / 10 | 6.4 / 10 |