Is the eKO mat the same thickness as The Black Mat PRO? Is it the same density so it will feel indistinguishable, or is it different?
Both the eKO mat and The Black Mat PRO have been designed and engineered by yoga teachers to provide the ultimate surface on which to practice yoga. However, due to the different properties of the materials from which they are made. Today, there is still no mat on the market that can compare to The Black Mat PRO in terms of durability, comfort and performance. In terms of thickness, The Black Mat PRO is 1/32nd of an inch thicker than the eKO mat (5mm), although this can vary slightly from manufacturing runs. The Black Mat PRO, made from environmentally certified PVC*, has a uniform density throughout for comfort and firmness. The eKO mat has been engineered to be the most durable natural rubber yoga mat available on the market today. The eKO mat was designed with two layers of different densities to simultaneously provide comfort and durability. . When compared to The Black Mat® PRO, the top layer of the eKO mat is firmer and the bottom layer is softer, hence, it has a different feel.
