# Best Chicken Runs and Enclosed Pens Source: https://chickencoopnest.com/best/best-chicken-runs Updated: 2026-09-15 Publisher: Chicken Coop Nest. Our score is an editorial rating out of 10 (fit 35%, features 25%, build 20%, value 20%), not a customer rating. Method: https://chickencoopnest.com/how-we-research#our-score A run gives the flock daylight, dust bathing and room to get away from each other, which heads off a lot of pecking problems before they start. The main differences are square footage per bird, mesh type, and whether the perimeter stops digging predators. Thin chicken wire keeps chickens in but does little against raccoons or loose dogs; welded wire and hardware cloth behave very differently once something leans on them. We weighed usable outdoor area against the common target of about 8 to 10 square feet per standard hen, mesh gauge and opening size, skirting or buried edges, and whether the roof sheds rain and blocks hawks. Compact panel runs suit small suburban flocks. Modular walk-in frames suit keepers who want to expand later, add shade cloth, or connect a run straight to the coop pop door. ## Picks ### 1. CHICKENPEN 9.8 x 6.5 x 6.5 ft Metal Chicken Coop, 1-Room Steeple Run with Dual-Coated Steel Frame, PVC Mesh and Waterproof UV-Resistant Cover Our score: 8.6/10 (Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10) CHICKENPEN's 9.8 x 6.5 x 6.5 ft 1-Room steeple run with a dual-coated steel frame, PVC mesh and UV-resistant cover. Pros: - Dual-coated steel frame is built to resist rust outdoors - PVC-coated mesh is gentler on birds and more weather-resistant - Steeple roof and cover shed rain away from the run Cons: - 1-Room layout limits flock size compared with larger walk-ins - PVC mesh is not a substitute for hardware cloth against strong predators Details: https://chickencoopnest.com/product/B0CQR6WCK1 ### 2. Large Metal Chicken Coop for 35 Chickens Walk in Poultry Cage Heavy Duty Flat Shaped Chicken Run House with Waterproof and Anti-UV Cover, 20 x 10 x 6.6 ft Our score: 8.4/10 (Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10) A heavy-duty 20 x 10 x 6.6 ft flat-roof metal walk-in run rated for 35 chickens, with a waterproof anti-UV cover. Pros: - Room for 35 chickens makes it a serious homestead-scale run - Heavy duty frame handles the size better than light hobby runs - Anti-UV cover gives shade over a large part of the pen Cons: - Flat roof can collect rain or snow, so tighten the cover often - Needs a large level area and plenty of ground anchors Details: https://chickencoopnest.com/product/B08CTZW57N ### 3. walnest Large Metal Chicken Coop for 20 Chickens Walk in Poultry Cage Spire Shaped Chicken Run House Wire Fence Enclosure, 10 x 10 x 6.6 ft Our score: 7.6/10 (Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10) walnest's 10 x 10 x 6.6 ft spire-shaped metal walk-in run for 20 chickens with a wire fence enclosure. Pros: - Spire shape adds height in the center and sheds weather - Square 10 x 10 ft footprint suits a flock of up to 20 chickens - Walk-in access makes daily chores comfortable for adults Cons: - Budget for a separate cover if shade or rain protection matters - Wire fence is lighter than hardware cloth against digging predators Details: https://chickencoopnest.com/product/B08C9YD4ST ### 4. LEISU Large Chicken Coop Outdoor, Metal Walk-in Chicken Run Pen Fence with Waterproof Cover, Hen Duck Rabbit Enclosure, 118 x 118 x 79in Spire Our score: 7.6/10 (Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10) LEISU's 118 x 118 x 79in spire metal walk-in run with a waterproof cover, for hens, ducks or rabbits. Pros: - Waterproof cover included keeps the enclosure drier during storms - 79in height lets most adults walk in without ducking - Multi-animal design covers chickens, ducks and rabbits Cons: - Enclosure only, so you still need housing and nest boxes - Spire frame joints benefit from checking after strong winds Details: https://chickencoopnest.com/product/B09MJ2X23X ### 5. Large Metal Chicken Coop Chicken Run Hen Rabbit Duck House with Waterproof Cover for Outdoor Walk-in Poultry Cage, Dome Roof 10ft W x 13.1ft L x 6.4ft H Our score: 7.6/10 (Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10) A 10ft W x 13.1ft L x 6.4ft H dome-roof metal walk-in run with a waterproof cover for hens, ducks and rabbits. Pros: - Dome roof sheds rain and gives a roomy feel inside - Walk-in size lets you work inside the pen standing up - Waterproof cover protects feed stations from getting soaked Cons: - Dome covers can flap in wind if not tensioned well - Check spare-parts availability before buying Details: https://chickencoopnest.com/product/B094Q68PXS ### 6. Metal Chicken Coop 87 x 40in with Cover, Chicken Run Pen for Yard Outdoor Large Portable Chicken Playpen Enclosure, 130in L x 40in W x 40in H Our score: 7.0/10 (Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10) A portable 130in L x 40in W x 40in H metal chicken playpen with cover, a low run for supervised outdoor time. Pros: - Low, portable frame is easy to move around the lawn - Cover gives shade and light rain protection for short outings - Good add-on run for letting hens out without free ranging Cons: - 40in height means you cannot walk in to clean or catch birds - Too small and light to serve as a permanent overnight run Details: https://chickencoopnest.com/product/B0CYQ4G8LJ ### 7. Large Metal Chicken Coop, Portable Chicken Fence Large Chicken Pen 130in L x 40in H Chicken Run with Water-Resistant and Anti-UV Cover Our score: 6.8/10 (Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10) A portable 130in L x 40in H metal chicken pen with a water-resistant, anti-UV cover for flexible yard use. Pros: - Portable fence-style pen moves easily between garden spots - Anti-UV cover shades birds during daytime outings - Useful for isolating new or recovering birds from the flock Cons: - Water-resistant cover is not fully waterproof in heavy rain - Low height makes reaching in to catch hens awkward Details: https://chickencoopnest.com/product/B0D2NJ7B46 As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.