Which is better for parking two cars?

The EROMMY. Its 12 by 24 foot footprint holds two vehicles side by side or in line. The Phi Villa is a one-car structure.

Which lasts longer outdoors?

The Phi Villa. Galvanized steel panels and a powder-coated frame outlast a PE fabric cover, which fades and tears over years of sun and wind.

Is the EROMMY worth stepping up to from a one-car carport?

Only if space is your limit. You gain length and width but give up the rigid steel roof, side panels and published wind and snow ratings.

Can the Phi Villa handle heavy snow?

It is rated at 10 PSF, which suits moderate snowfall. Clear snow off the roof after heavy storms, as the maker advises.

Do either need a building permit?

Rules vary by area, and both are large enough to draw attention. Check local building codes before you anchor either one.

Can I use the EROMMY for an RV?

Yes, if the RV fits under the 8 foot entrance height and within 12 by 24 feet. Measure your vehicle before you buy.

1-Car Metal Carport with Sides vs EROMMY 12 x 24 FT Heavy Duty Carport

Buy the Phi Villa if you want a rigid steel shelter with side panels and a stated 100 MPH wind rating for one car. Buy the EROMMY if you need to cover two vehicles or a long trailer and can accept a fabric cover over a steel frame. The Phi Villa is the sturdier structure; the EROMMY is the bigger one. Phi Villa owners rate it 4.85 out of 5 across 20 reviews, and the main complaint about fabric shelters like the EROMMY is cover wear and flapping in wind.

Choose the Phi Villa 1-car metal carport if you park one car, want side panels for semi-enclosed storage, and need a hard galvanized steel roof that sheds snow.
Choose the EROMMY 12 x 24 FT if you need to shelter two cars, a truck plus a trailer, or an RV, and you have the open space for a 12 by 24 foot footprint.

Prices

1-Car Metal Carport with Sides: $259.90 at eBay (last seen Nov 5)
EROMMY 12 x 24 FT Heavy Duty Carport: $284.99 at Drive Force Gear (checked today)
Difference: the 1-Car Metal Carport with Sides is $25.09 cheaper than the EROMMY 12 x 24 FT Heavy Duty Carport at the latest prices (Nov 5 and Nov 11)

Multi-Sized 1 Car Metal Carport with Sides

	1-Car Metal Carport with Sides	EROMMY 12 x 24 FT Heavy Duty Carport
Coverage	Single-car footprint with side panels	12 ft wide by 24 ft deep, fits two vehicles or a long trailer
Roof material	Galvanized steel panels on a gable roof	240G PE fabric over an arch frame
Frame	Powder-coated steel tubes with reinforced trusses	1-1/2 inch galvanized steel tubing, 7 top beams and 14 ground bars
Wind and snow ratings	100 MPH wind rating and 10 PSF snow load stated	No wind or snow figure published; snow must be cleared from the fabric
Enclosure	HDPE side panels create a semi-indoor space	Fabric walls with a triple-access double-zipper door that rolls up
Assembly	Slip-fit connections with pilot holes and self-drilling screws, DIY	Full frame and cover build; a helper is needed to stretch the cover
Permanence	Rigid structure meant to be anchored and left up	Portable garage style, easier to move or take down
Entry height	Gable opening sized for a car	8 ft maximum entrance height

1-Car Metal Carport with Sides vs EROMMY 12 x 24 FT Heavy Duty Carport

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1-Car Metal Carport with Sides vs EROMMY 12 x 24 FT Heavy Duty Carport

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