Best Window Awnings

Updated January 2019
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Best of the Best
Awntech
New Yorker Window/Entry Awning
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Bottom Line

These awnings hold up well in the wind and weather.

Pros

A good looking awning. Comes with a 5-year warranty. Fabric designed to not mold or fade. Installation brackets are included with the product. Assembly is not difficult.

Cons

The shipping on this item takes a couple of weeks.

Shatex
Hanging-up Sunblock Shade Panel for Window/RV Awning
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Bottom Line

This awning is designed to block up to 90% of the sun's rays and can double as a patio or deck cover.

Pros

Strong fabric that is also lightweight. Mesh material holds up in the wind. Can be mounted in many positions to help block the sun as needed in your space. A decent shade screen that can reduce the temperature in your outside space.

Cons

There is not a frame with this awning. It will need an additional mounting space like a post or a corner wall.

Best Bang for the Buck
ALEKO
Window Canopy Awning
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Bottom Line

A practical and inexpensive awning that provides extra shade and sun protection at a good price.

Pros

Frame and installation hardware included in the cost. A large size at 8' x 2'. Also comes in a 4' x 2' option for most standard window openings. Gives a new look to the outside of your house quickly at a low cost.

Cons

Pay attention to size when ordering. This model is 8' x 2', and best for a door or larger window space.

VIVIHOME
Polycarbonate Window Door Awning
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Bottom Line

This solid door or window awning provides instant extra cover that will last for seasons to come.

Pros

Modern look. Easy to assemble and mount. Effective and relatively inexpensive. Can mount to vinyl siding. Sturdy construction. Kits can link together for extending length. lightweight. Great for keeping the rain off.

Cons

The screws that come with this mounting kit are not the strongest and you may want to buy upgraded screws for your installation.

Best Choice Products
Retractable Aluminum Patio Deck Awning Cover
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Bottom Line

This awning can be retracted when you do not need the extra shade.

Pros

A good value for the price. A nice, large awning. Provides good shade. Very waterproof. Easy to operate. Strong. Looks good after installation. Includes a reel and pole. Will require more than one person to install.

Cons

Instructions could be better. Some customers have found slight modifications to help this awning perform at its best.

How we decided

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  • 43 Models Considered
  • 9 Hours Researched
  • 1 Experts Interviewed
  • 547 Consumers Consulted
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    We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

    Why trust BestReviews?
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.

    Window awnings are a great way to cool the inside of your home, save energy, and possibly provide shade to an outdoor space. Window canopy awnings fit closely over a single or double window and are relatively small in design. A hanging shade is minimalist but effective when constructed by the right materials and can block windows while providing shade to a porch or patio. Door or patio awnings are larger and cast large shadows. In some cases, they may be retractable. The fabric of window awnings should match or compliment your home, and their UV-blocking effectiveness will vary. Take note of the installation method of the awning you select.

    The team that worked on this review
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    Awntech

    New Yorker Window/Entry Awning

    Awntech

    New Yorker Window/Entry Awning

    These awnings hold up well in the wind and weather.
    $253
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    Shatex

    Hanging-up Sunblock Shade Panel for Window/RV Awning

    Shatex

    Hanging-up Sunblock Shade Panel for Window/RV Awning

    This awning is designed to block up to 90% of the sun's rays and can double as a patio or deck cover.
    $45
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    ALEKO

    Window Canopy Awning

    ALEKO

    Window Canopy Awning

    A practical and inexpensive awning that provides extra shade and sun protection at a good price.
    $59
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    VIVIHOME

    Polycarbonate Window Door Awning

    VIVIHOME

    Polycarbonate Window Door Awning

    This solid door or window awning provides instant extra cover that will last for seasons to come.
    $89
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    Best Choice Products

    Retractable Aluminum Patio Deck Awning Cover

    Best Choice Products

    Retractable Aluminum Patio Deck Awning Cover

    This awning can be retracted when you do not need the extra shade.
    $134

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