We ordered ours with the optional power awning. Since our first power awning was an A&E product, we were very happy to have this as an option. The other power awning was linked with a wind sensor and key chain activation. Neither worked very well. The key chain activator didn't always activate and the wind sensor was very sensitive and would cause the awning to roll up while you were enjoying the very shade that it created. We'll enjoy this awning option. As an aside to anyone that may be on the fence about ordering one, spend the few dollars and you'll never have to unroll and roll the awning without the push of a button.