Different Types Of Chicken Coops

There are many different types of chicken coops to choose from. Chicken coops come in many sizes and have a variety of features that appeal to different chicken-keeping methods.

Chicken coop materials

We’ll go ahead and say it: plastic chicken coops are better than wooden chicken coops. Our line of plastic chicken coops are easier to clean, offer superior insulation and ventilation, and can be customized to fit your unique needs. All of our chicken coops are pressure washer-safe, and can be completely washed and dried in just a few minutes. The plastic construction is mite-resistant, and the t-lock handles prevent predator paws from opening the coop doors. And, the attached run is made of heavy-duty wire weld mesh complete with anti-tunnel skirting that can withstand persistent predators, wild weather, and falling debris. The initial investment of a plastic chicken coop pays off in the long run – they’ll never rot, and don’t require routine maintenance.

Suitable for up to 10 large chickens, the Eglu Pro is our biggest ever coop.

Chicken coop sizes

Choosing the perfect size coop for your flock really comes down to how many chickens you plan to keep. But, as seasoned chicken-keepers know, chicken math is a common conundrum. The simple concept of chicken math is this: you start out with the intention to keep 4 chickens, and you end up with 12. Keeping chickens is fun, and flocks can grow fast.

With that in mind, getting the largest coop that your space allows is the best way to go. An extra-large chicken coop will accommodate spontaneous additions to your flock, and will give your hens plenty of space in their home. But, if your property has restrictions on how many chickens you can keep, going with a smaller coop may make more sense.

Here are the flock sizes that our line of chicken coops can accommodate:

• Eglu Pro: up to 15 chickens
• Eglu Cube: 6-10 chickens
• Eglu Go Up: 2-4 chickens
• Eglu Go: 2-4 chickens

All of our chicken coops can be attached to our walk in chicken runs, which can be expanded as large and as often as you’d like. Or for a more free-range feel, our chicken coops can be placed inside of our chicken fencing, capable of taking any shape you choose.

Elevated chicken coops

Elevated chicken coops are what the majority of hens crave – a safe place to lay their eggs and roost for the night. The added advantage of raised coops is the shade they offer beneath, which is a prime location for chicken dust baths or lounging away from the summer sun. Raised coops also give your flock a space away from the wet or frozen ground, which is ideal in regions where flooding or freezing temperatures are common.

Our elevated chicken coops are the Eglu Pro, Eglu Cube, and Eglu Go Up.

Our raised Eglu Go UP chicken coop gives your hens a space away from wet ground.

Ground-level chicken coops

Some chickens, particularly Silkies, have a tendency to roost at ground-level. Injured or sick hens may also choose to roost on the ground, making the low profile of the Eglu Go ideal in these situations. It’s also helpful to have a smaller setup as a backup coop for any chickens that need to be isolated from the rest of the flock. The Eglu Go can be placed inside of our Walk In Run or fencing as a supplemental coop for additional or younger chickens, and with its nesting area, can provide another place for hens to lay their eggs.

Mobile chicken coops

Mobile chicken coops, also known as chicken tractors, are moved easily by one person. The handles attach to the end of the run, while the wheels are mounted below the chicken coop itself. Once the wheels are engaged, mobile chicken coops can be repositioned as often as needed. This allows your yard to be grazed evenly, or lets you move your flock on the fly in preparation for wild weather events. If you decide to go mobile with your coop after having it set up in a stationary position, optional chicken coop wheels and handles can be added to the Eglu Pro, Cube, Go Up and Go at any time.

The Eglu Cube chicken coop is perfect for medium-sized flocks.

Brooders vs coops

Brooders are a special type of setup designed to house newly hatched chicks. They are smaller containers or enclosures, often with solid sides to shelter chicks from drafts. A heat source such as a lamp or brooder plate provides warmth to chicks in a brooder. Chicks stay in a brooder for up to 12 weeks while they mature before moving into their forever coop. It’s important to keep chicks in a brooder until they are fully feathered (usually between 6-8 weeks), and have the coordination to navigate the ladder leading up to their coop.

Omlet and your flock

We’ve been inventing and creating ingenious chicken coops that keep flocks safe all over the globe for 20 years and counting. From our largest chicken coop, the Eglu Pro, to the Eglu Go that started it all, our hen houses have been the delight of chicken-keepers all over the world. Customize your setup with chicken toys and accessories, or add chicken coop extreme weather protection to add insulation during frigid temperatures. Wherever you live, and whatever size flock you keep, we’ve got everything you need to help your chickens bring their bright and vibrant personalities out to greet you each morning.