VS
Overall Winner: Composite Decking
Based on price, durability, aesthetics, and eco-friendliness
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AZEK PVC
Price$14 – $28 per sq ft/sqft
Lifespan
MaintenanceNone
Durability
Aesthetics
Eco-Friendly
★ Winner
composite
Composite Decking
Price$8 – $18 per sq ft/sqft
Lifespan
MaintenanceLow
Durability
Aesthetics
Eco-Friendly
Visual Comparison
AZEK PVC (10/10)
←
Composite Decking (9/10)
AZEK PVC (8/10)
=
Composite Decking (8/10)
AZEK PVC (6/10)
→
Composite Decking (7/10)
AZEK PVC (4/10)
→
Composite Decking (7/10)
Cost for a 300 sq ft Deck (Installed)
AZEK PVC
$10,200
to $18,900
Composite Decking
$8,400
to $15,900
★ Better Value
AZEK PVC
Pros
- Industry-leading PVC technology
- 100% waterproof and moisture-proof
- Best-looking PVC on the market
- Exceptional fade resistance
- Lifetime limited warranty
Cons
- Highest price point of any decking
- Expansion/contraction requires gapping
- Fewer retailers than composite brands
Composite Decking
Pros
- Virtually maintenance-free
- Won't rot, warp, crack, or splinter
- Resists fading and staining
- Made from recycled materials
- 25-50 year warranties common
- Consistent colour and finish
Cons
- Higher upfront cost
- Can get hot in direct sun
- Doesn't feel exactly like real wood
- Limited repair options — replace whole boards
- Heavier than wood
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The Verdict
Choose AZEK PVC if:
Premium waterproof decking with the best aesthetics in PVC.
Choose Composite Decking if:
Homeowners wanting low-maintenance with a natural wood look.
