There is no honest universal winner. The useful shortlist changes when the slab, roof behavior, local design loads and service responsibility change. We compared exact configurations wherever manufacturers publish enough detail, then left the evidence gaps visible.
Shortlist by the job—not the biggest claim
Hansø PRO+
Manual aluminum candidate with public wind and snow claims. Require the report and anchor detail for the chosen size before treating those numbers as applicable.
Mirador 111DA 10×13
The clearest exact-page bundle in this set: size, wind, snow, concrete anchoring, drainage and control are all stated. The checked configuration was sold out.
Purple Leaf Athena 10×13
Useful price and hard-surface wind condition, but the inspected exact page did not publish a numeric snow rating or warranty duration.
Yardistry Meridian 10×12
Cedar frame, manual aluminum louvers and visible drainage details. It needs site-specific anchors, ongoing wood care and better wind/snow evidence.
StruXure Pergola X
Dealer-designed path for premium controls, unusual geometry or permit-driven work. Judge the project package, not a generic family-level rating.
Choose the roof before the brand
| System | Good fit | Cost / scope consequence |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed open-slat | Defined shade and climbing plants | No rain-sealing promise; usually fewer mechanisms and no roof motor |
| Manual louvered | Adjustable sun and rain control without permanent power | Drainage, crank access and high-wind louver position still need verification |
| Motorized louvered | Frequent adjustment, zones and weather sensors | Add electrical scope, control warranty, commissioning and future service access |
| Custom engineered | Attached layouts, exposed sites, large spans or permit-heavy jurisdictions | Quote includes design responsibility, site work and dealer installation—not just hardware |
Wind, snow and anchoring evidence ledger
How to read this: every figure below is a manufacturer claim, not a PergolaSpec test and not approval for your address. A wind speed can describe a test, operating position or design condition; those are not interchangeable. Sources and public copy were checked July 29, 2026.
| Exact model / checked price | Wind + snow documentation | Drainage + anchoring | Control + warranty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hansø 4th Gen PRO+Manual louvered family; 10×10 through 13×19 options shown About $3,978 for the selected configuration shown when checked; size and options change price Official source ↗ | Wind Manufacturer states up to 120 mph; request the report for the exact size and mounting condition Snow / roofManufacturer states up to 25 psf roof/snow load | Water Closed louvers feed built-in frame channels Load pathReinforced baseplates; exact footing/anchor detail must come from the current install package | Operation Hand crank on PRO+ Warranty10-year limited; page says registration within 30 days and separate terms apply to finish/components |
| Mirador 111DA 10×13111DA 10×13 aluminum pergola $2,999; the checked white configuration was marked sold out Official source ↗ | Wind Manufacturer lists 82 mph for this exact page Snow / roofManufacturer lists 17.7 lb/ft² for this exact page | Water Integrated channels route water away through the frame Load pathIncluded anchor bolts are described for a flat concrete surface | Operation Hand crank; louvers open to 98° Warranty4+1 years shown on the product page; read the linked limited-warranty terms |
| Purple Leaf Athena ZY01-ATNCP-1013Champagne 10×13, SKU ZY01-ATNCP-1013 $2,599 sale price shown; the page also listed larger sizes up to 12×24 Official source ↗ | Wind Manufacturer states up to 72 mph when secured with expansion screws on a hardened surface Snow / roofNo numeric snow load found on the inspected exact-product page; it says to open louvers in heavy snow | Water Concealed channels discharge through notches at the four column bases Load pathPre-drilled posts; wind statement is conditional on expansion screws and a hardened surface | Operation Manual adjustable louver zones WarrantyNo duration stated in the inspected product copy; obtain written terms before ordering |
| Yardistry Meridian YM1183210×12 wooden louvered pergola, SKU YM11832 $2,799.99 sale price shown; professional assembly was shown separately Official source ↗ | Wind No numeric wind rating found on the inspected exact-product page Snow / roofNo numeric snow rating found on the inspected exact-product page | Water Perimeter gutter with downspouts in two posts Load pathPost brackets included; anchoring hardware is not because mounting surfaces vary | Operation Two hand-cranked louver panels Warranty1 year materials/workmanship; lumber 5 years against rot and decay, original registered owner |
| StruXure Pergola XCustom dealer-designed Pergola X; project configuration varies Quote only; manufacturer says footprint, technology and installation scope determine price Official source ↗ | Wind Manufacturer describes ICC-certified, site-engineered systems; require the project-specific design criteria Snow / roofNo single blanket value for every project; manufacturer says the system is engineered for local structural loads | Water Interlocking louvers and a 360° integrated pass-through gutter Load pathDealer/project-specific design; require the stamped or permit package for the actual site | Operation Motorized zones, schedules and optional rain/wind sensors WarrantyManufacturer currently describes a transferable limited lifetime warranty; review the signed project terms |
What the comparison rules out
Hansø 4th Gen PRO+
Best fit: Buyer wanting a manual aluminum kit with published wind and snow claims
Do not skip: Public product page makes the claims, but the buyer should request model-size engineering and anchor documents
Mirador 111DA 10×13
Best fit: Compact concrete-patio project where 10×13 outside dimensions work
Do not skip: Confirm what the wind figure assumes and whether the supplied anchor detail matches the slab and local code
Purple Leaf Athena ZY01-ATNCP-1013
Best fit: Value-focused manual aluminum shortlist on a verified hard surface
Do not skip: No exact-page numeric snow rating or written warranty duration in the inspected copy
Yardistry Meridian YM11832
Best fit: Buyer prioritizing a cedar appearance and willing to maintain wood
Do not skip: Wind/snow values are not public on the exact page; anchoring hardware must be selected for the actual surface
StruXure Pergola X
Best fit: Permit-driven, custom geometry or premium motorized project with dealer design responsibility
Do not skip: A family-level certification statement is not a substitute for the approved project configuration
The seven-document quote gate
- Exact identity: model, SKU, outside-post dimensions, roof projection, height and every selected accessory.
- Structural basis: wind/snow criteria, louver position and configuration covered by the supplied report.
- Foundation: concrete, footing, anchor, edge-distance and deck load-path assumptions.
- Water: gutter path, outlet location, overflow behavior and discharge point.
- Controls: motor, sensor, transformer, app, power-failure procedure and component warranty.
- Delivered scope: freight, curbside/lift-gate service, unloading, missing-parts process and returns.
- Installed scope: permits, engineering, slab/footings, assembly, electrical, commissioning and cleanup marked included or excluded.
RESEARCH LIMIT
PergolaSpec performed documentation research only. We have not purchased, assembled, load-tested or weather-tested these systems. Price and availability are snapshots, and manufacturer wording can change. Missing public evidence is not proof that a product is unsafe; it means the buyer still needs the document.
Next step: make every seller quote the same job
Run the pergola size planner, build a complete number in the installed-cost calculator, and use the high-wind evidence checklist before paying a deposit.
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