Which is better for storing a riding mower?

The Garvee. Its 10' x 12' floor and roughly 540 ft³ give the clearance a riding mower needs, while the PABIMIA's 8' x 8' interior is tight for one plus attachments.

Which shed holds up better outdoors?

Both use metal panels with a sloped roof. The PABIMIA states a steel frame and air vents, which help with moisture; the Garvee states corrosion-resistant panels. Owner feedback on the PABIMIA is broader but only average at 4.1.

Do I need to build a base for either?

Yes. The PABIMIA does not include a floor, and the Garvee does not list one. Plan a level, solid base such as concrete or pavers for either shed.

Is the PABIMIA worth stepping up to over the Garvee?

Only if space is limited. The PABIMIA is smaller and rated lower, but it adds lockable doors and vents and has far more owner reviews. If you have room, the Garvee gives you much more storage.

Can I lock either shed?

The PABIMIA specifies lockable double doors. The Garvee's listing does not state lock hardware, so check the door fittings before relying on it for security.

Which is easier to place in a small yard?

The PABIMIA. At 8' x 8' it needs a much smaller pad than the Garvee's 10' x 12' footprint.

Garvee 10' x 12' Metal Storage Shed vs PABIMIA 8x8 Metal Storage Shed

The Garvee is the bigger shed: 10' x 12' with about 540 ft³ of space, windows and a motion-sensor solar light, and its small set of ratings is very positive. The PABIMIA is smaller at 8' x 8' (64 sq ft) but has a much larger review base, and owners rate it lower at 4.1. Buy the Garvee if you need room for a riding mower, patio set or bikes; buy the PABIMIA if a compact, lockable shed fits your yard and you want a proven, widely reviewed design.

Choose the Garvee if you need maximum floor space and want windows and a solar light built in.
Choose the PABIMIA if you have a tight footprint and want a lockable double-door shed with a long track record of owner reviews.

Prices

Garvee 10' x 12' Metal Storage Shed: $409.99 at Amazon (last seen Nov 9)
PABIMIA 8x8 Metal Storage Shed: $249.99 at Walmart (last seen Nov 10)
Difference: the PABIMIA 8x8 Metal Storage Shed is $160.00 cheaper than the Garvee 10' x 12' Metal Storage Shed at the latest prices (Nov 9 and Nov 10)

Garvee 10' x 12' Metal Outdoor Storage Shed

	Garvee 10' x 12' Metal Storage Shed	PABIMIA 8x8 Metal Storage Shed
Footprint	10' x 12', about 120 sq ft	8' x 8', 64 sq ft
Storage volume	About 540 ft³	Roughly 340 ft³ by interior dimensions
Windows and light	Windows plus a motion-sensor solar light	One side window, no light
Doors and security	Double doors; lock hardware not specified	Lockable double doors stated
Ventilation	Not specified	Built-in air vents
Floor	Not specified	Floor not included
Owner feedback	4.8 from 13 ratings, small sample	4.1 from 115 ratings, larger sample
Assembly	Metal panels, assembly required	Metal panels and steel frame, assembly required

Spec	Garvee 10' x 12' Metal Storage Shed	PABIMIA 8x8 Metal Storage Shed
Size	10' x 12'	8' x 8'
Color	Brown, Black	Black
With Windows	Yes	—
Storage Capacity	540 ft³	—
Material	—	Metal
Coverage area	—	64 sq ft
Floor included	—	N
Assembly required	—	Y
Door type	—	Double Door
Interior length	—	90.86"
Interior width	—	89.17"
Interior height	—	75.59"

Spec	Garvee 10' x 12' Metal Storage Shed	PABIMIA 8x8 Metal Storage Shed
Item height	—	75.59
Item depth	—	8 ft
Item width	—	8 ft

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