11 Lowe's Storage Sheds That Are Worth Buying According To Reviews, And 2 To Avoid

A high-quality storage shed is a gamechanger, most often for storage, but sometimes also for extra living or work space. While there are free shed plans anyone can DIY, buying one is the easier option, though some building is still often required. Lowe's has a varied catalog of sheds to shop. Whether you need a place to organize gardening tools, store outdoor furniture in the winter, or create a small workspace, the retailer offers a wide range of sheds that fit different needs, sizes, and budgets. However, it can be hard to narrow down which structures are worth the investment. 

To help, we've rounded up some of the top-rated storage sheds on the Lowe's website, analyzing real customer feedback to highlight the kits that consistently earn high marks. These sheds have at minimum a 4-star average rating from at least 70 reviews (we detail our selection process in the methodology at the end of this article). We've also included two sheds to avoid, as during our research, these came up as subpar products. Once you've added your new shed to cart, also consider these simple shed organization tips and ways to declutter your outdoor shed and maximize space. 

The Lifetime Products 8-foot x 12-foot Brown Gable Resin Storage Shed is made of dual-wall, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) panels, so it is a resin shed. The exterior is UV-protected to help prevent fading and cracking from the sun. To add extra strength, the panels are steel-reinforced, and the roof has steel trusses as well to ensure its stability. This shed has a typical shape, which has a slanted roof for drainage. It measures 8 feet wide by 12 1/2 feet long, and is 8 feet tall, so it's spacious enough to move around freely in. Lockable doors and a high-adjustable shelving system are two extra features that make it a useful buy.

Shoppers rate this shed 4.5 stars overall, from nearly 300 reviews on the Lowe's website. 72% of reviewers give it 5 stars. One commenter explains, "I purchased this shed to house the football equipment (ie. water machines, tackling dummies, etc) and it works great! It was easy to assemble and gives decent security for the things we can't leave out. I will definitely buy another if we find we have a need. We have purchased many Lifetime products and have had extremely good service out of them." A few reviewers note some hiccups with assembly, particularly with misaligned doors. However, many were able to work out this issue with the brand, and still rate the shed highly overall.

Those with a small space and a small budget should consider the Veikous 4-foot x 8-foot Galvanized Steel Metal Storage Shed. With a price tag under $300, it's an affordable find. It's a simple lean-to garden shed, measuring 4 feet wide by 8 feet long and 6.4 feet tall at its peak. 6-foot and 10-foot long options are also available. This size is great items like garden tools, a few bikes or patio furniture pieces, or your garbage and recycling bins. The interior is kept secure by a lockable door. This is a metal storage shed, with panels that are made of galvanized steel, installed to a rust-resistant reinforced galvanized metal frame.

This shed has earned 4.4 stars from almost 150 reviews, with 69% giving it 5 stars. A reviewer explains, "This shed meets expectations, especially considering its low cost. It's quite a lot of work to assemble, because it's designed to be many small panels that fit in relatively small(ish) boxes for lower cost shipping. A smaller number of larger panels would be quicker to assemble, but also more unruly to handle." Other reviewers say it's a bit on the flimsy side and can dent or scratch quite easily, though many also mention that a bit less durability is expected for a shed that costs under $300.

The Little Cottage Co 8-foot x 12-foot Gable Style Wood Outdoor Storage Shed is adorably quaint and has a cottage-style look. Though this one has a 8-foot by 12-foot footprint, length options range from 8 feet to 16 feet. This is a more traditional shed, made of wood instead of metal or resin. Essentially, it comes with all the pre-cut wood planks needed, a pre-assembled double door, hardware, and treated, engineered wood LP SmartSide siding. Flooring, singles, and paint are not included. The finished shed design has a classic gable-style roof and two openable windows, so it's useful as a workshop space too.

This shed has a 4.5-star rating overall from just under 80 reviews and 70% of reviewers give it a perfect 5-star score. Many reviewers like the finished look of the shed. A customer impressed with the construction writes, "The instructions that came along with the shed kit were very easy to follow and clear with helpful pictures included. Set up required 2 guys. The completed shed looks just as expected — sturdy, good size, with windows to let light in."

The Suncast 2-foot x 2-foot Small Vertical Off-white Resin Storage Shed is small but mighty, and offers many benefits of small outdoor storage. With a 2-foot by 2-foot base, it takes up little floor area and resembles an outdoor closet more than a shed. It is 6 feet tall, so it has space for long-handled tools. It's ideal for situations where a full size shed is not needed, but a deck box might be too small. The shed is made of multi-wall, resin panels which provides water resistance and UV protection. It's possible to padlock the handles, and it has built-in supports for a wood shelf (though a shelf is not included).

Overall, this mini shed has 4.4 stars from around 175 reviews and 59% rate it 5 stars. A shopper says of the product, "Assembly was fast and easy, and the dimensions fit perfectly in the narrow alley where it was placed in my terrace. Sturdy construction, and kept my contents dry! Perfect height for my broomsticks, about 6 feet high. And the handles are close together which allows for placement of a lock."

The sturdiness of a wood shed opens up so many possibilities for uses in your backyard, ranging from a spot for extra storage space to a cozy home office. Many Heartland sheds receive excellent reviews at Lowe's. The Heartland Estate 10-foot x 10-foot Gambrel Style Wood Storage Shed is one great example. It has a pretty distinctive style and resembles a barn, ideal for those who want a farmhouse look. Though this one measures 10 feet by 10 feet by 7 feet tall, other larger sizes are available ranging up to 12 feet wide by 24 feet long. This is another wood shed kit, and comes with the planks needed to build, as well as a complete floor system, a storage loft, doors, and a window. It's a stylish shed that can easily double as a workspace.

Shoppers rate this shed 4.4 stars overall from over 500 reviews. 68% of reviewers rate it 5 stars. A reviewer raves, "The shed is excellent quality and the installation was performed perfectly. The shed has a great amount of space and the loft storage is taller than I expected so I am able to store a lot more there than I thought I would be able to. I am very happy with my purchase and would recommend this shed to others."

The Heartland Statesman 10-foot x 16-foot Gable Style Wood Storage Shed is another highly rated Heartland shed, but this one has a contemporary design. Like other Heartland sheds, this one is made of wood, and includes all the pre-cut pieces required to build it. This one also comes with a floor, a window, and a set of doors. It's another option that's available in a range of sizes: this one measures 10 feet by 16 feet by 7 feet tall, though smaller and larger sizes are available. It also has a spacious storage loft and comes with two shelves, so it's very possible to use part of it as a work area and part of it as storage. The extra-wide 36-inch door makes it possible to drive bigger tools like lawn mowers in and out.

Lowe's shoppers rate this shed 4.4 stars based on over 700 reviews, and 68% of those give it 5 stars. It's a nice looking shed, as one commenter explains, "This building is so spacious and sturdy. I love everything about it. The loft included gives me room for the smaller things I need to store. My husband loves this shed [and] we were able to store everything from our previous shed and still have a lot of room left."

With two windows and two doors, the Heartland Hillsdale 8-foot x 12-foot Gable Style Wood Outdoor is one of the best sheds at Lowe's for a backyard office or workshop. Its design gives it some versatility, with an extra entry point to move around stored items, as well as double windows to let some light in and make it feel more like a usable space. It's another structure from Heartland that's available in a few sizes: the smallest option is this one, measuring 8 feet by 12 feet and 7 feet tall, but options up to 10 feet by 24 feet are available. Included with this product are the wood pieces required to build it, the LP SmartSide engineered wood siding, a complete floor system, doors, and two operable windows.

Based on around 500 reviews, this shed has a 4.5 star rating. 71% of reviewers rate it 5 stars. One commenter is a repeat buyer, saying, "This is my second Hillsdale Shed. I needed another to store my lawn mower and tools. The process of purchase and installation was smooth. More importantly, the installer did a great job. I am in possession of another quality Heartland product and am happily storing my mower and tools in this second."

The Heartland Lean-to Style 10-foot x 4-foot Wood Storage Shed offers a simplified lean-to shed design, but in premium materials. Like other Heartland sheds, this one is made from wood that's pre-cut and ready to assemble. It's more sturdy and durable than plastic and metal sheds of this type. The cost is higher, but this shed also has some extra features like the weather-resistant and paintable SmartSide siding, and double-door design so you can access it from either side.

Many reviewers think this shed is worth the investment, giving it a 4.7 star rating overall from over 250 reviews. A high 77% of reviewers rate it a full 5 stars, with one stating, "We needed something sturdy to free up space in our garage, and I also had a demand that it be cute. Put up in two days (by a friend who used to work construction) but he said it was simple to follow the directions and it was smooth to assemble. Glad to say it's both functional and cute." The design leans modern, so it can add a bit of style to a yard too.

The Suncast 7-foot x 4-foot Vista Off-White Resin Storage Shed is an affordable and smart-looking storage shed. Measuring 7 feet by 4 feet and just over 8 feet tall, it's spacious enough for garden tools and outdoor accessories. This is a resin shed, made of multi-wall panels that are weather-resistant. Large, padlock-ready double doors let you control access. The off-white color gives this shed a bit of a beachy look, and features like the IllumiVent system help with air circulation and reducing humidity in hot areas. Door windows and two skylights provide light throughout the day.

Shoppers give this shed 4.2 stars from around 150 reviews, with 59% rating it 5 stars. A happy shopper explains, "This shed is stunning! Absolutely loved it, my husband loves it, it's narrow but so spacious inside. I was worried about if it was going to be big enough to fit a good amount of tools and other outdoor items but it's perfect." 

If you've been looking at shed bar ideas that are perfect for hosting, you can find an easy ready-made option in the Suncast 8-foot x 7-foot Cabana Bar Storage Shed. This dual-purpose product is perfect for those looking to entertain and add a little extra storage space. There's no better way to take advantage of your backyard. Essentially, this shed is a storage shed with a split-front panel that folds up into a canopy. An integrated bar top flips down and provides a spot to make or enjoy drinks. Overall, this cabana shed measures just over 8 feet by 7 feet and 7 1/2 feet tall. It's made of low-maintenance resin that's easy to wipe down when the party's over.

Shoppers give this shed 4.3 stars from just under 75 reviews, with 63% of those giving it 5 stars. A happy reviewer explains, "We love the cabana. Husband said was not horrible to put together, takes a little bit of time, but the instructions were perfect and on the money. It brings a lot of backyard joy. We purchased the shelving for it, which allows room for glasses and bar accessories. Definitely recommend." If you're going to invest over $1,000 in a shed, might as well make it a dual-purpose structure.

The Suncast 7-foot x 7-foot Modernist Black Resin Storage Shed has a very modern design, well-suited for those who find most storage sheds to be a bit of an eyesore. It also comes at a reasonable price, costing just over $1,000 for a handsome little structure. It's another one made of resin and the wood-alternative material helps give it a more contemporary look, while a metal truss system provides extra strength to the roof. The shed measures 7 feet by 7 feet and just over 7 feet tall at the peak of its slanted roof. Slatted double doors and modern wide windows are the finishing touches on this minimalist shed.

Based on over 100 reviews, this shed has a 4.4-star rating, with 67% of reviews giving it 5 stars. One happy reviewer explains their opinion simply, saying, "I absolutely loved this storage shed. Aside from being the dimensions I needed, it's easy on the eyes." It's similar in build quality to other Suncast sheds, but has a bit more of an in-vogue design.

Judging by the fact that it has over 1,400 reviews, a lot of people have bought the Arrow High Point Metal Storage Shed. Unfortunately, quite a few have also given it a poor rating: it sits at 3.3 stars overall. Only around 34% of reviewers give it 5 stars, not far off from the 26% that give it only 1 star. This is a very cheap metal shed. It's made of galvanized steel and is an impressive size for its low price. Positive ratings seem to rate it well based on being a standing structure for a low cost — essentially, it is a bare-bones shed, and they don't ask for more.

Negative reviews note shoddy construction, poor instructions, and difficult assembly. There are several complaints about holes not matching up, which really throws a wrench in the assembly process. One reviewer shares a balanced opinion, stating, "Does it create a decent, fairly durable shed once everything is put together? Yes. Is the process getting to that end result worth it? No, not in my opinion. If time and frustration has no worth to you, I recommend this shed. If you do value your time, and are willing to pay more money for a better product that you can build faster, by all means, skip this shed and buy something different." It's easy to get drawn in by the very low price of this shed, but with all the other options that have better ratings, it's better to skip this product.

Heartland sheds generally have good reviews on the Lowe's website, but this model is one of the outliers. It has 3.6 stars overall from over 210 reviews, with only 42% rating it 5 stars. It seems quality control was an issue for many unhappy shoppers. Reviewers complain about receiving poorly-cut, warped, or even missing wood pieces, which made assembly difficult. Others also experienced issues with late delivery or product arriving damaged.

Even with receiving the right materials, one reviewer complains, "The kit is silly, I recommend drawing up your own plans and buying the lumber, it will be a quicker, easier, and less expensive build. The kit is confusing at best." Considering there are several other Heartland sheds at Lowe's with better reviews, there are better options to try if you're after a real wood shed.

We thoroughly researched Lowe's catalog of sheds to narrow down the best products. When choosing which products to feature, we considered variety: Each shed is on this list because it has design, material, or price perks that make it stand out compared to the other products. As mentioned, all of the sheds have at least 4 stars overall based on 70 or more reviews, apart from the last two products, which we recommend against buying.