- To spot a fake Omlet Eglu, check three things: the brand is Omlet, the listing links to Omlet's official brand store, and the specs match Omlet's own product page.
- A Taste of Home reviewer reported finding more than one imitation product that looks like an Omlet coop on a major marketplace, and pointed buyers to Omlet's own website.
- Omlet's US site offers a 10-year worry-free warranty on Eglu coops and says to buy directly from Omlet; ask Omlet's customer care whether a marketplace purchase is covered before you buy.
- Official Omlet specs: the Eglu Go is listed for up to 3 large hens, the Eglu Pro for up to 10 large hens or 15 bantams, with twin-wall plastic houses.
- The product links on our site go only to official Omlet listings (brand Omlet). We don't list Eglu look-alikes.
Knowing how to spot a fake Omlet Eglu saves you from paying for a coop that looks the part but doesn't come with Omlet's materials, parts support or warranty. Omlet's Eglu Go, Eglu Cube and Eglu Pro are distinctive rounded plastic coops, and their success has led to look-alike designs. A Taste of Home reviewer testing an Omlet coop wrote that she found more than one imitation product that looks like an Omlet chicken coop on a major marketplace, and advised buying from Omlet's own website.
This guide shows you what genuine Omlet listings and products look like, the checks to run on any listing, why the warranty matters, and how to compare plastic coops with other options. It does not name or accuse any seller: a similar-looking coop from another brand is not illegal or necessarily bad, it just isn't an Eglu, and you should judge it on its own specs.
What does a genuine Omlet Eglu look like?
Start with Omlet's own descriptions, so you have something to compare against. On omlet.us, Omlet describes the Eglu Go house as 100% recyclable, UV-stabilized polyethylene with twin-wall insulation, stainless steel bolts, screws and molded inserts, and runs of double-layer, fully coated steel weld mesh, listed for up to 3 large hens. The Eglu Pro page lists it for 10 large or 15 small hens, with a ladder, a hinged nest box door, slide-out droppings trays and a 10-year worry-free warranty.
Official Omlet Eglu specs (from Omlet and official listings)
| Model | Hens (maker) | What Omlet highlights | Run |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eglu Go | Up to 3 large hens or 4 bantams | Twin-wall polyethylene house; compact starter or broody coop; coop-only house about 2 ft 7 in × 2 ft 6 in × 1 ft 11 in per omlet.us | Fixed runs or walk-in run sold by Omlet; the official listing in our catalogue is coop only |
| Eglu Cube (Large) | Check Omlet's own figure (not given in the listing) | Insulated plastic; ships in three boxes labeled A to C, per the official listing | Not included in the listing we link |
| Eglu Pro | Up to 10 large hens or 15 bantams | Twin-wall insulation, adjustable vents, ladder, slide-out trays, 10-year warranty | Run, wheels and handles not included in the listing |
Source: Omlet US product pages; official Omlet listings
Maker hen counts are claims. Penn State's minimum is 1.5 sq ft of indoor space per laying hen, and UMN suggests 3–5 sq ft, so check any coop's floor with the coop size calculator.
How to spot a fake Omlet Eglu: 7 checks
- Check the brand name
A genuine listing shows the brand as Omlet and names the model (Eglu Go, Eglu Cube, Eglu Pro). Look-alike listings often use words like "plastic hen house" or "Eglu-style" with a different brand, or a generic one.
- Follow the brand store link
Official listings link to Omlet's brand store. Click it and confirm the same model appears there.
- Look at who sells and ships it
Read the "sold by" and "ships from" details. If the seller isn't Omlet or the marketplace itself, ask Omlet's customer care whether that seller is authorized and whether the warranty applies.
- Compare specs with omlet.us
Match the model name, hen count, materials (twin-wall polyethylene, stainless fixings, coated steel weld mesh) and dimensions with Omlet's own product page. Big differences are a warning sign. Remember that any listing, official or not, can contain errors, so ask before buying if something doesn't add up.
- Compare the photos
Look for Omlet's logo moldings, the same door and nest layout and the same accessory system shown on omlet.us. Blurry, cropped or watermarked photos are a reason to be careful.
- Read what is included
Official Eglu listings in our catalogue state clearly when the run, wheels or handles are not included. A listing that bundles everything at a price far below Omlet's own bundles deserves a closer look.
- Confirm the warranty in writing
Omlet's US warranty page offers up to 10 years on Eglu coops, excludes second-hand coops, and says to buy directly from Omlet. Ask Omlet before you order if your purchase route will be covered.
Official listing or warning sign?
Quick comparison when you look at a listing
| Check | Official Omlet listing | Warning sign |
|---|---|---|
| Brand field | ✓ Omlet | ✗ Another or generic brand, while the title uses Eglu wording |
| Brand store | ✓ Links to Omlet's store, model listed there | ✗ No Omlet store link, or store doesn't list the model |
| Model names | ✓ Eglu Go / Eglu Cube / Eglu Pro | ~ "Eglu-style", "egg-shaped", "pod" without Omlet |
| Specs | ✓ Match omlet.us (hens, materials) | ✗ Different materials, hen counts or sizes |
| What's included | ✓ States coop only or run included | ~ Vague contents |
| Warranty | ✓ Omlet warranty described; confirm coverage with Omlet | ✗ No warranty info, or only a short seller guarantee |
| Spare parts | ✓ Omlet sells replacement parts and accessories | ✗ No parts support |
Source: Omlet US; Taste of Home
Official Omlet listings we link to
These are official Omlet listings (brand Omlet). Listings change, so run the checks above at checkout too. Coop-only listings need a run; Omlet sells matching runs on its own site.
Omlet Eglu Go Chicken Coop (Coop Only)
- Maker says
- Up to 3 large hens or 4 bantams
- Material
- Twin-wall insulated plastic
- Nest boxes
- Nesting area
Best for Starter flock of three
Omlet Eglu Cube Large Chicken Coop (Coop Only)
- Maker says
- Not stated in listing
- Material
- Insulated plastic
- Dimensions
- 39.4 x 37 x 25.6 in (coop, as listed)
Best for Small flocks wanting low upkeep
Omlet Eglu Pro Large Chicken Coop (Coop Only)
- Maker says
- Up to 10 large hens or 15 bantams
- Material
- Twin-wall insulated plastic
- Nest boxes
- Slide-out nest box tray
Best for Larger flocks wanting plastic
Omlet also makes the Autodoor, which Omlet says installs directly on the Eglu Cube and Eglu Pro, and accessories like feeders and waterers. Our Omlet Autodoor review and ChickenGuard vs Omlet Autodoor compare it with other doors.
Omlet Autodoor Automatic Coop Door Opener
- Power
- Battery
- Trigger
- Light sensor or timer
- Safety
- Built-in safety sensors
Best for Eglu owners and small coops
Omlet No-Waste Chicken Feeder, 12 lb
- Type
- Port feeder, 5 ports
- Capacity
- 12 lb
- Mount
- Hanging or free-standing
Best for Small backyard flocks
Omlet Insulated Chicken Waterer, 1.5 Gal
- Type
- Cup and nipple (both included)
- Capacity
- 1.5 gal
- Material
- BPA-free UV-stable plastic
Best for Small flocks in mild climates
Is an Eglu right for you? Plastic vs wood alternatives
Plastic coops are quick to wipe down and give mites fewer hiding places than rough wood, but they cost more up front and you buy into one maker's run and accessory system. Composite and wooden coops from other brands are honest alternatives if you don't need an Eglu specifically. Compare listed capacity with the norms, not with the marketing.
| Product | Maker says | Material |
|---|---|---|
| Omlet Eglu Go Chicken Coop (Coop Only) | Up to 3 large hens or 4 bantams | Twin-wall insulated plastic |
| Omlet Eglu Pro Large Chicken Coop (Coop Only) | Up to 10 large hens or 15 bantams | Twin-wall insulated plastic |
| New Age Pet ECOFLEX Fontana Jumbo Chicken Coop | 4–6 chickens | ECOFLEX recycled polymer and wood fiber |
| OverEZ Small Chicken Coop, Up to 5 Chickens | Up to 5 chickens | Wood panels |
Specs as listed by the maker or seller; check the listing before you buy.
New Age Pet ECOFLEX Fontana Jumbo Chicken Coop
- Maker says
- 4–6 chickens
- Material
- ECOFLEX recycled polymer and wood fiber
- Nest boxes
- Side nesting box with hinged lid
Best for Small flocks wanting a non-wood coop
OverEZ Small Chicken Coop, Up to 5 Chickens
- Maker says
- Up to 5 chickens
- Material
- Wood panels
- Nest boxes
- Yes
Best for A first small flock
Aivituvin AIR45 Chicken Coop, Two Nest Boxes
- Maker says
- 4–6 chickens
- Material
- Fir wood, steel wire
- Nest boxes
- 2
Best for Small flocks starting out
The New Age Pet ECOFLEX Fontana is listed for 4–6 chickens and made of recycled polymer and wood fiber; its inside floor is recounted below.
Realistic capacity
Maker says 4–6 chickens. By the Penn State Extension minimum norm (1.5 sq ft per laying hen inside) this coop fits ≈ 6 standard hens.
| Norm (source) | Inside, sq ft per hen | Fits in the coop |
|---|---|---|
| Penn State Extension minimum | 1.5 | 6 |
| University of Minnesota Extension | 3–5 | 2–3 |
| Common 4 + 10 rule of thumb | 4 | 2 |
Coop floor 10 sq ft (listing: interior ~41 x 36.8 x 35 in). Counts are rounded down, for standard-size laying hens; bantams need less (Penn State: 1 sq ft inside). Nest boxes and roosts are not counted. These are published planning figures, not a test of this coop: measure the inside floor before you add birds. Check your own flock in the coop size calculator.
More in wood vs plastic chicken coops, best chicken coops and the coops category.
Mistakes to avoid when buying an Eglu
- Searching "Eglu" and clicking the first photo without checking the brand.
- Assuming the warranty transfers from any seller; Omlet's page excludes second-hand coops and says to buy directly from Omlet.
- Forgetting the run. Several official listings are coop only.
- Trusting hen counts without checking space norms.
- Buying a second-hand Eglu without checking which model it is and which parts fit.
- Accusing a seller publicly. If you think a listing misuses Omlet's name, report it to the marketplace and to Omlet, and let them check.
Keeping hens in a small yard? See Small backyards and backyard chicken laws before you buy.
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Sources
- Taste of Home, Omlet chicken coop review (imitation products warning)
- Omlet US, Eglu chicken coop warranty
- Omlet US, Eglu Go chicken coop
- Omlet US, Eglu Pro chicken coop
- Penn State Extension, Small-Scale Poultry Housing (space per bird)
- University of Minnesota Extension, Raising chickens for eggs (3–5 sq ft indoors)