Alternatives to the Gardman 4 Tier Compact Growhouse
We last saw the Gardman 4 Tier Compact Growhouse at £34 for 0.2 m² of floor space. These 5 models come in a similar size and price bracket. We sort them by how close they are, not by commission.
| Gardman 4 Tier Compact Growhouse | VonHaus 4 Tier Mini Greenhouse | Christow Tomato Greenhouse, Fits 2 Growbags | Outsunny Walk-in Greenhouse with Shelves 141 x 72 x 191 cm | Christow Raised Bed Cold Frame 100cm, Natural Wood | Outsunny Wooden Cold Frame 100 x 50 x 36 cm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £34 | £22 | £38 | £39 | £42 | £53 |
| Size | 1.5 x 1.6 ft (0.5 x 0.5 m) | 1.5 x 1.6 ft (0.5 x 0.5 m) | 2.6 x 3.3 ft (0.8 x 1.0 m) | 2.4 x 4.6 ft (0.7 x 1.4 m) | 2.1 x 3.3 ft (0.7 x 1.0 m) | 1.6 x 3.3 ft (0.5 x 1.0 m) |
| Floor area | 0.2 m² | 0.2 m² | 0.8 m² | 1 m² | 0.7 m² | 0.5 m² |
| Glazing | Plastic cover | Plastic cover | Plastic cover | Plastic cover | Polycarbonate | Polycarbonate |
| Vents | not published | not published | not published | not published | 2 | 2 |
| Base included | not published | not published | not published | not published | not published | not published |
| Guarantee | not published | not published | not published | not published | not published | not published |
| Score | 3.8 / 10 | 4.4 / 10 | 5 / 10 | 5 / 10 | 6.3 / 10 | 5 / 10 |
VonHaus 4 Tier Mini Greenhouse
about the same price, higher score
VonHaus's mini greenhouse is 50 x 45 cm and 158 cm tall, with four shelves rated at 8 kg each and a PVC cover with a roll-up zip door. The whole thing weighs 3.5 kg.
Best for: Starting off seeds in spring on a small patio or balcony
Christow Tomato Greenhouse, Fits 2 Growbags
about the same price, 0.6 m² more floor space, higher score
Christow sizes this growhouse around two growbags: 100 x 80 cm and 150 cm tall. The cover is a mesh sandwiched between two layers of polyethylene, on a powder-coated steel frame that clicks together without tools.
Best for: Growing a few tomato plants in growbags on a patio, safe from cold nights and rain
Outsunny Walk-in Greenhouse with Shelves 141 x 72 x 191 cm
about the same price, 0.8 m² more floor space, higher score
This Outsunny house measures 141 x 72 cm and 191 cm tall, with a steel frame, a PE cover and a door 85 cm wide. Four shelves and guy ropes come in the box.
Best for: Raising bedding and vegetable seedlings from March to June on a patio
Christow Raised Bed Cold Frame 100cm, Natural Wood
about the same price, polycarbonate, higher score
Christow's cold frame is 100 x 65 cm and 40 cm tall, made from ACQ-treated timber with UV-stabilised polycarbonate lids on a double hinge. Base plates with peg holes hold it down in stormy weather.
Best for: Gardeners with raised beds who want to start crops early in spring and protect winter salads
Outsunny Wooden Cold Frame 100 x 50 x 36 cm
about the same price, polycarbonate, higher score
Outsunny's cold frame is 100 x 50 cm and 36 cm tall, with two opening polycarbonate lids on a wooden frame. It weighs 8 kg.
Best for: Hardening off seedlings and keeping winter salads and herbs going by the back door
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The alternatives at a glance
A cheap PVC growhouse with a roll-up door
A tomato house built for two growbags
A narrow walk-in growhouse with four shelves
A wooden cold frame that sits over a raised bed
A small wooden cold frame with two lids