prAna Yoga Mat review: a great Manduka yoga mat alternative.

Hello Yogis!

I have talked a lot about Manduka in the past, but today I want to address a company who makes very similiar yoga mats at a lower price. The company prAna makes some really nice yoga mats definitely worth giving a shot if you don’t want to pay for a more expensive Manduka Yoga Mat. Most of the reviews I have read about prAna have been nothing but good so there seems to be a large group of happy buyers – even Manduka gets the occasional negative complaint!

prAna The Revolution Yoga Mat – This is the Mercedes of Yoga Mats. Out of every yoga mat I have reviewed, none have as many good reviews than this mat. It is an extra wide mat which is an aspect not many mats address – this is also one of the reasons I really like this mat. Often times I feel a little constricted on the 2 foot wide mats. This mat is more expensive than most, however definitely worth it if you are looking for that kind of quality. I highly recommend you buy from Amazon here for the cheapest rate. I wasn’t able to find this cheaper anywhere else.

prAna The Natural Yoga Mat – As the name says – made completely out of all natural rubber. This mat has some really good anti-slip attributes so it’s great for all you heavy sweaters out there. This mat is also extra long so its great for taller people.  The only bad thing I have heard about this mat is its’ smell – but you will get over that. You can get this mat for as low as $27 through this link on Amazon.

prAna E.C.O. Sticky Mat – If you are one of those green conscious people, than this yoga mat is for you. Definitely a lot cheaper than the Manduka equivalent and just as good. One major problem people talk about is its durability – which you can expect out of an eco friendly mat. People who practice Yoga 5-6x a week say it will last you about 6 months. You can buy this mat cheap through Amazon here.

The Best Yoga Mat That is 1/4 Inch Thick. 1/4 Inch Yoga Mats Are Great For All Levels.

Many people ask me what is the best yoga mat in the 1/4 inch thickness range. While there are literally dozens of different 1/4 inch mats, there are only 2 that I can recommend as being the best, long lasting mats. I consider the follow mats the best in the 1 4 inch range because of their durability, comfort, and also the stickiness – I know a lot of people really love sticky mats.

Manduka BlackMatPRO 71-Inch Yoga and Pilates Mat

As you can all tell by now, I am a huge Manduka Fan. But it’s for a good reason! these mats are simply the best there is. This particular one provides superior comfort, while still only being 1/4 inch thick. Not only the but the amount of slip protection it offers is unmatchable. While it is a little bit more expensive than other mats, it will last you 2 to 3 times longer than a traditional yoga mat. So in the long run, this mat is a lot cheaper. Want to buy it? It is currently on sale at Amazon through this link.

Tapas Ultra Nature Collection Yoga Mat 1/4″

Here is the 2nd best one that people seem to rate well. While it can’t compare with the Manduka 1/4, it is still a good yoga mat to get started with. It will last a normal practioner about a year. A good alternative if you dont want to pay the $70 for the Manduka. Comes in Green, Red, and Blue. You can get this mat cheapest at Amazon through this link.

1/4 inch is a perfect size for all skill levels.

Regardless of your skill level, the 1/4 inch mat is probably the most well rounded thinkness you can get in a mat. Because of that, it is great for any Yoga practioner, regardless of your skill level. If you want a thicker mat, I suggest going 5/16 inch.