Why Are Asgard Metal Sheds The Best Metal Sheds?

Asgard  

Very intuitive to assemble, the instructions aren't really needed. The panels are handed and have a sticker on them for the man who would rather go blind than read instructions (me!). There are a lot of screws in this unit so an electric screwdriver is essential. The weight and quality feel of the panels is immense, the roof of the Asgard weights as much as the entire weight of shed X. (I must admit putting the roof on myself was tricky as I am (ahem) a little short. I would get a helper next time. The finish of each panel is near perfect, no sharp edges anywhere and despite the vast number of screw holes, EVERY SINGLE ONE lines up!  - which is pretty amazing. The Asgard unit takes a little longer to assemble (45 mins on my own + the odd rest) simply because there is a base in this unit and so many screws.  When I say base I mean a real base!!  It's rock solid, all the side panels link into it internally, so it really is a tough little cookie. Again I recommend gloves - Asgard has no sharp bits, but these panels are very heavy.

I am no expert in sheds, but I did notice that all the fixings on the Asgard are internal so once the unit is locked up you can't get in. Shed X has all the screws on the out side which I really don't understand!?!?  If I am a burglar all I need is a 50p screw driver to break in.  However it does make shed X really easy to put together where with the Asgard you have to be inside the unit to screw it together. 

Shed Bases:  

Shed X Well it doesn't have a base.  So, I'm not actually sure what you are supposed to keep in a shed with no floor. I have just locked the shed with my bike in, then picked up the side of the shed to put the spare tyre in with it.  

 

Looking around both units the difference is remarkable. The Asgard unit is much better looking IMO (the neighbours will be jealous) Nice touches such as the integral rain guard keep driving rain out of the door joints  (I'm told that if you pay for installation Asgard will also apply Silicone around all other joints as well)  A series of hidden vents in the underside of the roof reduce condensation. The whole unit is very substantial. A very nice piece of kit.  

Shed X  

Shed Doors:  

Shed X: 

The door is immense.  Reinforced folds are everywhere.  Warning though!!  You must have the shed on a flat base, these doors look as they are precision engineered, so to get them to work properly you must have the shed level.  The hinges are internal and screwed on into something called nutserts???  I would again advise a 2nd pair of hands when putting the doors on these doors have some weight in them. - Using a 2nd person would avoid lots of bad language.

Shed Locking Mechanism:  

The Asgard unit has an integral drill and pick resistant lock. Superb locking action!  A lovely touch is the ability to unlock from the inside without a key, so the kids won't get locked inside (though that is tempting). Inside the unit you will find an integral lock and bolt system giving this shed no less than 3 reinforced steel locking points. These locks will shear off if a breakin is attempted.  The Asgard locking system has been approved by the UK Locksmiths Association so I think thats a pretty decent endorsement.

Shed X:

Asgard  

No leaks and a good quality internal finish. The Asgard does has the benefit of accessory packs of hooks and shelves (at extra cost). These (I'm told) screw into the back at predefined points and are made from the same material as the shed. The integral floor is the winner here, this will keep the moisture out as well as the thieves. 

Conclusion: 

The Asgard shed is twice as much to buy as Shed X.  That you can't deny.  But for twice the money you get a metal shed with a ten year warranty, made in the UK (support local industry), with a recognised reputation (these guys sell to the Police).  The shed is of top quality, looks great and will last forever.  It is my understanding the Asgard shed is so good that it sells into local government for schools and colleges for sports equipment storage-  some 2000 or so School Storage Packs in use across theUK.  

Shed X is fine if you want a cheap way of covering up some low cost plastic patio furniture from the rain.  In honesty though Shed X really has no security benefit at all.  No matter how good your padlock is a potential thief only has to lift the shed out of the way or unscrew the lock.  For those of you who are environmentally aware Shed X is made over seas and imported in huge crates, so not great for our carbon foot print or the ailingUKeconomy.  

If you can afford it buy the Asgard shed.  If you can't afford the Asgard shed then save up a little longer until you can.  

That is just one reviewers thoughts, for more see our case study section or read more on the product pages.