At a glance
| Milgard | Andersen | |
|---|---|---|
| Main materials | Vinyl, fiberglass, aluminum | Fibrex composite, wood with cladding |
| Popular lines | Tuscany, Trinsic, Ultra | 100 Series, 400 Series |
| Known for | Strong lifetime warranty on many products | Wood windows and a huge size range |
| Typical price | Moderate | Moderate (100) to higher (400) |
When Milgard makes sense
- Whole-house vinyl replacement on a budget
- Replacing aluminum sliders with Tuscany sliders
- Fiberglass Ultra for big or dark windows at a lower price than many wood lines
When Andersen makes sense
- You want a real wood interior (400 Series)
- You want dark exterior colors on a composite frame (100 Series)
- Matching existing Andersen windows in part of the house
Call (505) 616-3368 and we'll price both for your openings.
Common questions
Is Milgard as good as Andersen?
They're good at different things. Milgard's vinyl and fiberglass are strong values; Andersen leads on wood.
Which has the better warranty?
Both offer long warranties with different terms. Milgard's Full Lifetime Warranty is notably broad on many products. Compare the documents for your exact line.