Aoxun 10x12 steel
The cheapest louvered pergola in our list
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Is the Aoxun 10x12 steel any good?
With 5.2 out of 10, the Aoxun 10x12 steel ranks 34 of 38 in our comparison. Strengths: Lowest price in our comparison, Published wind rating, 63.5 mph. Weakness: Pull sling instead of a crank. Best for: A tight budget and a sheltered patio.
In short
Aoxun's steel 10 x 12 ft costs about $700, less than anything else here. You tilt the louvers with a pull sling, which is simple but less precise than a crank. It carries a 63.5 mph wind rating and a 10 in snow figure.
Best for: A tight budget and a sheltered patio
What we like
- Lowest price in our comparison
- Published wind rating, 63.5 mph
- Drainage included
- 338 lb, lighter than most
What we don't
- Pull sling instead of a crank
- Steel rusts where the coating chips
- No written warranty found
- Only 27 reviews on the listing
Specifications
| Size | 10 x 12 ft |
|---|---|
| Shaded area | 120 sq ft |
| Height | 86.5 in (7.2 ft) |
| Build | All steel |
| Louver control | Pull sling |
| Louver zones | not published |
| Max louver angle | not published |
| Wind rating | 63.5 mph |
| Snow rating | Rated for 10 in of snow |
| Mounting | Freestanding |
| Drainage through posts | Yes |
| Side curtains included | No |
| LED lights | No |
| Color | Gray |
| Weight | 338 lb |
| Warranty | not published |
Sources: the maker's specs and the product page on Amazon.com. Ratings for wind and snow are the maker's own claims. If a value is missing, we found it published nowhere.
Score: 5.2 out of 10
Worked out from the specs above. How we score.
Aoxun 10x12 steel: common questions
Is the Aoxun 10x12 steel any good?
With 5.2 out of 10, the Aoxun 10x12 steel ranks 34 of 38 in our comparison. Strengths: Lowest price in our comparison, Published wind rating, 63.5 mph. Weakness: Pull sling instead of a crank. Best for: A tight budget and a sheltered patio.
How big is the Aoxun 10x12 steel?
It measures 10 x 12 ft, which gives you 120 sq ft of shade. It stands 86.5 inches (7.2 ft) tall.
Does the Aoxun 10x12 steel need to be anchored?
Yes. A louvered roof catches wind like a sail when the louvers are closed. Bolt the posts to a concrete patio or footings with the anchors the maker supplies. Wind ratings assume it is anchored that way.
Can the Aoxun 10x12 steel handle wind and snow?
The maker rates it for 63.5 mph winds when anchored. On snow the listing says: Rated for 10 in of snow.
What warranty comes with the Aoxun 10x12 steel?
We found no written warranty on the listing or the maker's site. Amazon's return window still applies, so check the parts as soon as the boxes arrive.
How much does the Aoxun 10x12 steel cost?
The last price we saw was $700, about $5.83 per square foot. Prices move often and most louvered pergolas ship free, but check the delivery terms on a box this heavy.
Alternatives to the Aoxun 10x12 steel
A steel 10 x 12 with a 5-year warranty
Mirador's tall steel entry model
All aluminum and white at an entry price
Head-to-head comparisons
- Aoxun 10x12 steel vs Domi 10x12 steel, white ($700 against $1,040)
- Aoxun 10x12 steel vs Mirador 80S 10x10 ($700 against $999)