(as of May 07, 2025 22:21:21 UTC – Details)
The eKO Mat is a natural yoga mat made from sustainably harvested tree rubber. Unlike other rubber mats available today, the foaming agents used to create the eKO are non-toxic. What this means is that no toxic chemicals have gone into the manufacturing process to soften the rubber. According to both customer feedback and published yoga mat reviews, the eKO Mat is a high performance mat that is also good for the environment.
eKO YOGA MAT: Eco-Friendly, biodegradable mat with natural rubber grip that catches if you start to slip; Sustainable construction, non-Amazon harvested natural tree rubber mat supports both your practice and our planet
HIGH PERFORMANCE: Provides superior durability lasting 2x longer than other natural rubber mats; The eKO mat offers superior joint protection and unmatched grip and support for your yoga, Pilates, exercise or fitness routine
PREMIUM MATERIAL: Rippled surface texture for superior traction; Naturally made and 99% latex free; Closed-cell surface prevents sweat from seeping into the mat, tightly woven scrim resists tearing or stretching
SUSTAINABLE: Every EKO mat is made from biodegradable, 100% natural tree rubber with non-toxic foaming agents, non-azo dyes, no PVC or harmful plasticizers; All scrap is re-used for a zero waste manufacturing process
PRODUCT DETAILS: 71″ x 24″, 5mm thick; Keep your mat in top condition by wiping down after every practice with Manduka’s Natural Rubber Yoga Mat Restore to maintain the performance of your eKO Series yoga mat; Acai Midnight
Customers say
Customers praise the yoga mat’s slip resistance, with one noting it grips even when sweating, and find it durable, lasting up to 2 years. The mat receives positive feedback for its quality, cushioning, and color, with customers appreciating its value for money. While some find it lighter than the pro version, others note it’s very heavy, and customers mention the material has a strong smell.
AI-generated from the text of customer reviews
LiliaCai –
Great studio mat unless you sweat a lot
I love this mat. Even though it’s heavy, this is the mat I bring to studios. (And from my experience, only the manduka large mat tote can fit it. You may be able to find others to carry it with, but just remember that you will have to shell out more money. A cheap regular yoga sling won’t fit it.) I also have an eco lite and super lite which I use for different purposes (home practice and teaching yoga to my high school students after a regular academic day, respectively). I bring this one to the studios because it’s the most solid, grippy mat that gives me (almost) total freedom to do the poses I want to do. However, I say “almost” because if I’m sweating profusely (usually because it’s in the summertime and the studio didn’t run air-conditioner – I don’t usually do hot yoga), my hands and feet WILL slip on this mat. That’s when I use my manduka yoga towel (I can’t believe how much money I spend on manduka products!). With a yoga towel on the mat, I’m completely fine if I’m sweating. (But if I’m not sweating, the yoga towel is not grippy at all.) So if you do hot yoga, remember to bring a yoga towel to lay on top of the mat when you start to sweat.
Sasha Novikov –
Perfect mat
Good support feels dense and heavy underfoot, sticky so hands and feet donât slide. Does have a little rubber smell up close but thatâs improving daily. Great mat that we have recommended to many people.
Hugo –
Good mat purchase
Good mat purchase. It has the grip I need for Vinyasa, Hatha and Yin Yoga. I have not done any “Hot Yoga” yet. I believe it will have the durability I’m looking for in a Yoga mat. It does have a lingering rubber smell which is not a show stopper for me as it has been decreasing over time. The 5mm gives me the support I need and yes it is heavier but it is not back breaking. I take it in the car when I go to Yoga but can see myself carrying it without any problem while riding a bike. I’ve been using the Manduka Mat Wash for the break-in period and clean it with a damp cloth and water as well after every use. There is a Mat Review youtube video by Brett Larkin and she found the EKO to have better grip than the pricier PRO even though it has 5mm thickness as well. Amazon sent me the Eko Lite by mistake but promptly corrected the problem.
J. Eure –
Such a great mat – you will not slide around!
This is my second Manduka mat. I bought my frist one 15 years ago and while it wasn’t ‘worn out’, it was a bit rough around the edges and my cat had thrown up on it a few times (LOL). So I splurged and bought a new one and I hadn’t realized that over the years I had worn down the texture on the rubber a bit on my first one, and getting this new one and feeling how slip-proof it is, I’m so happy to have upgraded to new one. These are the BEST yoga mats and well worth the cost if you consider you can easily get 15 years of use out of it (and I do yoga multiple times a week).
I. Gean –
I Donât Recommend It
This mat is affordable and visually appealing, but it has significant drawbacks. Despite claims of being made from natural materials, it has a persistent rubber smell that doesnât seem natural, even after two months of use. The odor is especially strong during heated practice and might be bothersome for those sensitive to smells. Additionally, my hands tend to sweat while using it, making it uncomfortable to practice. While itâs non-slip and functional, the lingering smell, questionable material quality, and sweaty feel make it disappointing for anyone seeking a truly natural, odor-free, and comfortable option.”
pi314 –
Perfect for all types of yoga practice!
After a year of using disgusting gym mats, I finally invested in this quality mat. I’ve been using it for almost 2 years now and it’s just started to show signs of the top layer starting to flake off in a couple spots. I average 2-3 hot vinyasa classes and 2-3 yin classes per week.My concern doing research on mats was the slippery issue. So I guess this is closed cell so maybe it supposedly doesn’t absorb sweat making it slippery right? I remember the first couple of uses thinking it was a little slippery during hot vinyasa, but it quickly broke in and I never gave any thought to sliding around after that short break-in period. Unless I’m really sweating an ocean, it does absorb dripping sweat (i.e. it’s not going to puddle up or anything). I cleaned it faithfully with Manduka mat cleaner after every use and it has never stunk or felt gross. For the past couple months I got lazy and quit cleaning it because I’m about to replace it, but even after that it hasn’t gotten funky at all.I’ve also seen some complaints about the new mat smell. In my experience that dissipated quickly and wasn’t an issue at all.I’m 6′ tall 195 lbs, and the length and thickness are ideal for me. I was afraid that it might have been discontinued, but happily I’m ordering a new one and I hope they make this mat forever.
luana wee –
We use this for mat for body conditioning exercises. It has a good grip on the ground and just enough cushion. The mat rolls up and is easily stored next to the rest of our exercise gear. Very very pleased with it’s overall performance.
Amazon Customer –
I have been using this mat for yoga, and it is probably one of the best in the market, doesn’t slip at all, very nice grip.
Rosalia –
Me encanta porque tiene muy buen agarre, su superficie es antiderrapante. De material muy resistente
Mallory L. –
This is my first Manduka mat and it definitely lives up to the hype. I looked at a lot, and I mean A LOT, of yoga mats before deciding to invest in this one. It’s a little more expensive but it seems like it’ll last longer than the previous Gaiam mats I’ve had. It has a different feel and texture than what I’m used to but I like it. There’s really great grip and it’s comfortable on the knees. The only complaint I have is that the product photos make it out to look like it’s more of a ‘wildberry’ colour and this is not quite the case. I posted some photos that I edited to match the in-person colour the best I can and I think it’s a pretty close representation. A little disappointed the colour wasn’t quite the same but it’s still nice and overall I’m happy with it so it’s a keeper.
Nad Buj –
Love my new mat, the grip is awesome!