What is the difference between the Pro™ Series the Eko® Series?Updated 8 months ago

Both the eKO® Series and the PRO™ Series have been designed and engineered by yoga teachers to provide the ultimate surface to practice yoga. However, due to the different properties of the materials, they offer a different experience when practicing!

Our PRO™ Series has been known as the Taj Mahal of yoga mats for 10+ years. 

• Backed by a Lifetime Guarantee (right click to open in a new tab), the closed-cell construction provides dense support while the performance surface allows optimal movement between poses. 
• Designed to last a lifetime (or two), Manduka PRO™ series yoga mats curb the amount of PVC that enter landfills each year and reduces overall mat consumption. 
• The PRO™ Series offers the ultimate durability, comfort and performance. 
• All PRO™ Series mats offer strong and dense support, ideal for sensitive knees and joints.
• In terms of thickness, the PRO™ mat (6mm) is a bit thicker than the eKO® mat (5mm).

The eKO® Series (right click to open in a new tab),, made of all natural non-Amazon harvested tree rubber, is the next generation of eco-friendly yoga mats. 

• Developed over four years of research, the closed-cell surface provides a stable practice with dry-grip. 
• We are proud to say that Manduka’s eKO® mat is manufactured without any toxic glues or foaming agents and is more durable than other natural rubber mats found in the marketplace. 
• The eKO® mat has two layers of different densities to simultaneously provide comfort and durability. 
• The eKO® Series offers a soft, spongy support, ideal for yogis who like a grounding experience.

Wondering why we keep mentioning cells? A closed-cell surface means your mat will not absorb sweat and moisture, where other mats might. If you sweat regularly in your practice, consider pairing any of our mats with a yoga towel to keep your mat dry, and your practice in place.