Awnings - ROAM or ARB?

We’re thinking about getting an awning and it’s come down to either the ARB 4’ or the ROAM 5’. Leaning towards the ROAM for that extra foot but still avoiding having a bazooka attached to the cab roof rack. Would appreciate feedback on either one in terms of quality, value for money etc. Thanks in advance.

 

Currently I have the ROAm 6.5' , and doesn't look bad. Just need to center it properly. Btw its installed on a TRD OR with short bed.

 

I've had the ARB on my truck for 2 years now I think and it's working fine, just the outer cover has faded a little, but other than that, no complaints.

 

I’ve been thinking about awnings lately but done zero research, has anyone attached one to the oem roof rack?

 

It’s all Chinese crap…I ran a roam 5’ for a year with no issues. I’m getting the FSR 270 free standing in a month because I like 5 second set ups and full shade protection. Ymmv

 

Hmm, awnings aren't only for 3rd Gen Taco's

Loved my Smittybilt.

Was easy and quick to deploy not to mention attach/detach.

 

clean 4R!! 3rd gen?

 

$30 pop up from WalMart for me.
Nice shade of blue too.

 

Yep.

Sold it this last Jan.

 

gone but not forgotten!

 

it it works it works brother

 

Land Cruiser took its place, so the void was easily filled

 

I would say so…baller status