Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) vs IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm)
Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) (#4) vs IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm) (#5, best value): in our Yoga Mats scoring the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) totals 8.4/10 and the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm) 8.3/10.
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Side by side
| Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) | IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $114 | $59 |
| Thickness | 5mm | 5mm |
| Dimensions | 71" x 26" | 72" x 26" |
| Material | Natural tree rubber | Polyurethane top + rubber base |
| Weight | 6.2 lbs | 2.5 lbs |
| Surface | Rippled Catch-Grip | — |
| Features | — | Anti-tear mesh layer |
How they differ in real use
Built from our yoga mats scoring, each product's published specifications, and verified owner feedback — not hands-on testing.
Both the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) and the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm) made our Top 5 Yoga Mats, at #4 and #5 (best value). Natural tree rubber with Rippled Catch-Grip design at $100—the eco-friendly Manduka without the PRO's price or PVC. Biodegradable material means 3-6 year lifespan vs the PRO's lifetime, but strong grip and cushioning. OutdoorGearLab's 'Great Value for Versatility'—excellent zero-slippage grip wet and dry, 5mm cushioning, and just 2.5 lbs at $67. Open-cell PU construction means shorter lifespan but unbeatable performance per dollar.
We score yoga mats on Grip (35%), Cushioning (25%), Durability (20%), Eco-Friendliness (10%) and Value (10%). On that basis the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) totals 8.4 out of 10 and the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm) 8.3. The widest gap is Value, where the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm) scores 8.6 against 6.8 for the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) — quality per dollar. Eco-Friendliness also separates them: 8.8 for the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) versus 7.6 for the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm).
On paper, the specifications that actually differ: Dimensions — 71" x 26" on the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) versus 72" x 26" on the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm); Material — Natural tree rubber on the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) versus Polyurethane top + rubber base on the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm); Weight — 6.2 lbs on the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) versus 2.5 lbs on the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm). They match on Thickness.
Pricing as of March 7, 2026: $114 for the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) and $59 for the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm), a $55 difference in the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm)'s favor. Owners praise the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) for 100% natural tree rubber and rippled Catch-Grip texture; the most common complaint is no lifetime warranty (rubber degrades). Owners praise the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm) for excellent wet + dry grip and ultra-lightweight (2.5 lbs); the most common complaint is open-cell construction = shorter lifespan.
Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber)
- 100% natural tree rubber
- Rippled Catch-Grip texture
- Biodegradable material
- Good 5mm cushioning
- No lifetime warranty (rubber degrades)
- Heavier than budget mats (6.2 lbs)
- 3-6 year lifespan with vigorous daily use
IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm)
- Excellent wet + dry grip
- Ultra-lightweight (2.5 lbs)
- Anti-tear mesh middle layer
- Sweat-absorbing PU top
- Open-cell construction = shorter lifespan
- Polyurethane less eco than natural rubber
- Unspecified warranty
Which should you buy?
The Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) is the better fit for eco-conscious yogis and good cushioning + grip balance — it is the higher-scoring pick here, chiefly for Eco-Friendliness and Cushioning. The IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm) is the better fit for budget-conscious yogis and hot yoga / sweaty practices, and the stronger choice if Value matters more to you than the overall score. If the $55 saving matters more than Value, the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm) is the better value. The Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) is a poor fit for latex allergies; the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm) is a poor fit for those seeking longest lifespan.
Choose the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) if
- Eco-conscious yogis
- Good cushioning + grip balance
- Those wanting natural materials
Skip it if
- Latex allergies
- Travel (heavy)
Choose the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm) if
- Budget-conscious yogis
- Hot yoga / sweaty practices
- Travel (lightest mat)
Skip it if
- Those seeking longest lifespan
- Eco-purists
Common questions
Is the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) better than the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm)?
In our Yoga Mats ranking the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) scores higher overall, 8.4 to 8.3, with the biggest advantage in Value. The IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm) is stronger on Value, so it is the better pick if that matters most to you.
How much more does the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) cost than the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm)?
$55 more as of March 7, 2026: $114 for the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) against $59 for the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm). Prices move, so the merchant page shows the current figure. What the extra buys is mostly Value — 8.6 versus 6.8 in our scoring.
What is the main difference between the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) and the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm)?
The headline spec difference is Dimensions: 71" x 26" on the Manduka eKO Yoga Mat (5mm Natural Rubber) versus 72" x 26" on the IUGA Pro Yoga Mat Non Slip (5mm). In use, the gap that matters most is Value (6.8 vs 8.6 in our scoring): quality per dollar.