Alternatives to the Halls Magnum 8x10
We last saw the Halls Magnum 8x10 at £1,999 for 8.3 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.
| Halls Magnum 8x10 | Juliana Compact 9x7 Greenhouse | Rhino Premium 8x10 Greenhouse | Elite Belmont 8x10 Greenhouse | Vitavia Jupiter 8300 8x10 | Swallow Kingfisher 6x8 Wooden Greenhouse | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,999 | £1,934 | £3,349 | £1,099 | £1,049 | £3,150 |
| Size | 8 x 10 ft (2.6 x 3.2 m) | 7 x 9 ft (2.2 x 3.0 m) | 8 x 10 ft (2.6 x 3.2 m) | 8 x 10 ft (2.6 x 3.2 m) | 8 x 10 ft (2.6 x 3.2 m) | 6 x 8 ft (2.0 x 2.6 m) |
| Floor area | 8.3 m² | 6.6 m² | 8.2 m² | 8.2 m² | 8.2 m² | 5.2 m² |
| Glazing | Glass, 3 mm | Glass, 3 mm | Glass, 4 mm | Glass, 3 mm | Glass, 3 mm | Glass, 3 mm |
| Vents | 4 | not published | 5 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Base included | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Guarantee | 12 years | not published | 25 years | 20 years | 12 years | 12 years |
| Score | 6 / 10 | 3.1 / 10 | 8 / 10 | 7 / 10 | 6.5 / 10 | 6 / 10 |
Juliana Compact 9x7 Greenhouse
£65 cheaper, 1.7 m² less floor space
The Juliana Compact in the 7ft 4in x 9ft 8in size uses 3 mm toughened glass in a silver aluminium frame with black details, a stable door with a low threshold and wide gutters with downpipes.
Best for: Gardeners who want a well-finished mid-size glasshouse with good water collection
Rhino Premium 8x10 Greenhouse
£1,350 dearer, base included, 25-year guarantee
The Rhino Premium 8x10 uses 4 mm toughened glass in an aluminium frame with an integral base, two triple roof vents with four automatic openers and storm locks, three louvres and gutters. Rhino backs it with a 25 year warranty.
Best for: Gardeners on exposed, windy or coastal sites who want a greenhouse that lasts decades
Elite Belmont 8x10 Greenhouse
£900 cheaper, base included, 20-year guarantee
The Elite Belmont 8x10 has an aluminium frame with an integral low-threshold base, 3 mm horticultural glass, two roof vents, a sliding door and gutters. Elite gives a 20 year warranty.
Best for: Gardeners who want a sturdier 8x10 than the budget brands without going to Rhino prices
Vitavia Jupiter 8300 8x10
£950 cheaper, higher score
The Jupiter 8300 is an 8x10 with a green powder-coated frame, 3 mm horticultural glass, four roof vents, double sliding doors and gutters. It stands 230 cm tall with 151 cm eaves.
Best for: Keen growers who want a large glasshouse with good ventilation for tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers
Swallow Kingfisher 6x8 Wooden Greenhouse
£1,151 dearer, 3.1 m² less floor space
The Swallow Kingfisher 6x8 is made from heat-treated Thermowood redwood pine with 3 mm toughened glass, two roof vents with automatic openers and a hinged door with a mortice lock. The price includes installation.
Best for: Gardeners who want a handsome wooden greenhouse that someone else puts up
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The alternatives at a glance
A Danish-made glasshouse with a stable door
A heavy-duty glasshouse built for exposed sites
A strong aluminium 8x10 with a built-in base
A green 8x10 with four vents and double doors
A timber greenhouse with free installation