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Ultimate Waterproof WPC Vinyl Plank vs Mannington Adura Max Plank

Both are waterproof WPC click-lock planks with a 20 mil wear layer, so durability is close. The Ultimate gives you longer, wider boards, a thicker 12 mm build with a 1 mm attached pad, and a lifetime residential plus 15-year commercial warranty. The Mannington Adura Max is a proven brand line with Microban protection and a thicker 1.5 mm Ultra-Quiet pad, but its 8 mm core and 6 x 48 in boards feel less substantial and its commercial warranty is shorter. Buy the Ultimate for a big, solid-feeling floor in large rooms; buy the Adura Max if you want a well-known brand and antimicrobial protection.

  • Choose the Ultimate if you want oversized 7.17 x 72 in planks, a thicker 12 mm core and the longer 15-year commercial warranty.
  • Choose the Mannington Adura Max if brand track record and Microban antimicrobial protection matter more to you than plank size and core thickness.

Prices

  • Ultimate Waterproof WPC Vinyl Plank: $4.35 at BuildDirect (checked today)
  • Mannington Adura Max Plank: $4.29 at Hurst Hardwoods (last seen Oct 29)
  • Difference: the Mannington Adura Max Plank is $0.06 cheaper than the Ultimate Waterproof WPC Vinyl Plank at the latest prices (Oct 29 and Nov 10)
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Ultimate Extra Large Waterproof Vinyl Plank Flooring

Ultimate Waterproof WPC Vinyl Plank

Ultimate Extra Large Waterproof Vinyl Plank Flooring

4.9(124 ratings)
$4.35at BuildDirectChecked 17 h ago
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Pros
  • Extra-long, wide planks give an open hardwood look with fewer seams
  • Thick 12 mm core feels solid underfoot and hides minor subfloor flaws
  • 20 mil wear layer handles heavy traffic and pets
  • Lifetime residential and 15-year commercial warranty
  • FloorScore certified for indoor air quality
Cons
  • Fewer square feet per box means more boxes on large jobs
  • Only 1 mm attached pad, thinner than some rivals
  • Long 72 in boards need a flatter subfloor and careful layout
Mannington
Mannington Adura Max Plank

Mannington Adura Max Plank

$4.29at Hurst HardwoodsChecked Oct 29
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Pros
  • Well-known Mannington brand with a long track record
  • Microban antimicrobial protection in the wear layer
  • Thicker 1.5 mm Ultra-Quiet pad for sound and comfort
  • 27.39 sq ft per box covers more area per box
  • Embossed True Detail texture with painted bevel edge
Cons
  • 8 mm core feels less rigid than thicker WPC planks
  • Shorter 10-year commercial warranty
  • Smaller 6 x 48 in planks show more seams
  • No FloorScore certification listed

What separates them

Ultimate Waterproof WPC Vinyl PlankMannington Adura Max Plank
Plank size7.17 in wide by 72 in long6 in wide by 48 in long
Thickness12 mm rigid WPC core8 mm WPC core
Wear layer20 mil20 mil
Attached pad1 mm IXPE foam1.5 mm Ultra-Quiet pad
AntimicrobialNot listedMicroban protection built in
Commercial warranty15 years10 years
Residential warrantyLifetimeLifetime
CertificationFloorScore low-VOC certifiedNot listed

Price history

$144.90$4.29
Oct 29Nov 9
  • Ultimate Waterproof WPC Vinyl Plank: lowest $137.49 on Nov 8 at Walmart.
  • Mannington Adura Max Plank: lowest $4.29 on Oct 29 at Hurst Hardwoods; $4.40 on Nov 9.

Prices at every store

Ultimate Waterproof WPC Vinyl Plank

  • BuildDirectNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $4.35Checked 17 h ago
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  • WalmartNew

    Out of stockSold by BuildDirect

    $137.49Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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Mannington Adura Max Plank

  • The Noble Floors WholesaleNew

    In stock

    $4.40+ $35.50 shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Hurst HardwoodsNew

    Availability unknown

    $4.29Checked Oct 29
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  • Floor CityNew

    Availability unknown

    $122.84Checked Oct 29
    Visit Floor City
  • Znet FlooringNew

    Availability unknown

    $144.89Checked Oct 29
    Visit Znet Flooring
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Specs compared

SpecUltimate Waterproof WPC Vinyl PlankMannington Adura Max Plank
Thickness12 mm8 mm thick
Plank width7.17″—
Plank length72"—
Wear layer20mil—
Coverage per box21.51 sq ft per box—
InstallationClick Lock—
WaterproofWaterproof—
Residential warrantyLifetime residential warranty—
Commercial warranty15-year commercial warranty—
Edge typepainted bevel edge—
CertificationFloorScore certification—
Locking systemUnilin Uniclic click-lock system—
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SpecUltimate Waterproof WPC Vinyl PlankMannington Adura Max Plank
Type—Plank / Board
Installation Type—Adhesive, Click, Floating
With Water Protection—Yes

What reviewers say

Ultimate Waterproof WPC Vinyl Plank

  • 4.9 / 5124 ratings

Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 124 ratings. Buyers praise the solid feel, the long boards and the easy click installation; the main gripes are weight and handling of the oversized planks.

What people mention
  • Feel underfootPraisedOwners say the thick core and attached pad make it feel firm and quiet, not hollow like thin vinyl.
  • InstallationPraisedBuyers report the Uniclic click-lock goes together quickly without glue.
  • Plank sizeMixedThe 72-inch boards look upscale and cut seams, but reviewers say they are heavy and awkward to handle.
  • WaterproofingPraisedOwners use it in kitchens and basements and report no swelling or moisture problems.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a basement?
Both are waterproof WPC, so either works over a dry slab. The Ultimate's thicker 12 mm core and longer boards span minor unevenness better and give a more solid feel.
Which feels more solid underfoot?
The Ultimate. Its 12 mm core plus 1 mm pad is thicker than the Adura Max's 8 mm core, though the Adura Max's 1.5 mm pad adds more cushion and sound dampening.
Which lasts longer?
Wear layers match at 20 mil, so surface wear is similar. The Ultimate backs commercial use for 15 years versus 10 for the Adura Max, which suggests a longer expected life in busy spaces.
Is the Mannington worth stepping up to?
Step up only if you want the Mannington name and Microban protection. On plank size, core thickness and warranty length, the Ultimate offers more.
Do both click together without glue?
Yes. The Ultimate uses the Unilin Uniclic click-lock system and floats. The Adura Max floats with a click or adhesive option, so it is more flexible for installers.
Which is better for a large open room?
The Ultimate. Its 72 in boards and 7.17 in width cut the number of seams and read as a more continuous floor in big spaces.

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