- Best overall: the Spri Hanging Exercise Mat, 71 x 23 inches at 5/8 inch, closed-cell foam with rustproof grommets.
- Best for small rooms: the 56-inch hanging mat in the same 5/8-inch thickness.
- Best cushioning: the Bi-Folding Mat, a 2-inch core in a wipe-clean vinyl cover.
- Best grip: the Pro Exercise Mat with a textured non-slip surface.
- Measure your floor space first: 56 and 71 inches are the two main lengths.
Best overallSPRI Hanging Exercise Mat (15MM 71")
Best for small roomsSPRI Hanging Exercise Mat (15MM 56")
Best thin matSPRI Hanging Exercise Mat (10MM 56")
Best cushioningSPRI Bi-Folding Exercise Mats for Home Workout - 2-Inch Thick Fitness Mat for The best exercise mat for home use is long enough for your body, thick enough for your knees and easy to put away when the session ends. Spri builds its mats for gyms and clubs, where they get hung, stacked and rolled all day, and that durability carries over to a living room.
We compared six Spri mats by length, thickness and storage. All measurements come from the listings, so you can match them to your floor before ordering.
Our picks
SPRI Hanging Exercise Mat (15MM 71")
This hanging mat measures 71 by 23 inches at 5/8 inch (15 mm) thick. It is made of dense closed-cell foam that, per the listing, keeps its shape whether you hang, stack or roll it. Plastic grommets are rustproof and reinforced so the hanging holes do not tear. The full length suits full-body floor work.
- Full 71-inch length
- Closed-cell foam keeps its shape
- Rustproof reinforced grommets
- Needs wall space or a long roll to store
SPRI Hanging Exercise Mat (15MM 56")
The same hanging mat comes in a 56-inch length at 15 mm. It keeps the 23-inch width, closed-cell foam and reinforced grommets. The listing describes the lengths as covering partial- or full-body activities. A shorter mat suits planks, push-ups and seated work.
- Same thickness, smaller footprint
- Hangs on the Spri mat rack
- Lays flat after rolling
- Too short for full lying stretches for most adults
SPRI Hanging Exercise Mat (10MM 56")
This 56-inch hanging mat is 3/8 inch (10 mm) thick. A thinner mat gives a firmer base for standing balance moves and is lighter to carry. It shares the closed-cell foam and rustproof grommets of the thicker versions. It is the most compact mat on this list.
- Firmer, more stable base
- Lightest hanging option
- Same durable foam
- Less cushion for knees
SPRI Bi-Folding Exercise Mats for Home Workout - 2-Inch Thick Fitness Mat for
The Bi-Folding Mat has a 2-inch-thick core and comes in 60- or 72-inch lengths; this listing is the 72-inch version. It folds in half and has carrying handles. The vinyl cover wipes clean with a damp cloth. The listing pitches it for gymnastics, tumbling, wrestling and stretching.
- 2-inch thick cushioning
- Folds with carry handles
- Wipe-clean vinyl cover
- Bulky compared with foam mats
SPRI Pro Exercise Mat for Fitness
The Pro Exercise Mat measures 71 by 24 inches and 0.625 inch thick. Its textured non-slip surface adds traction, per the listing. It can be stored flat or rolled. Spri also offers a 55-inch length.
- Textured non-slip surface
- Widest mat here at 24 inches
- Full 71-inch length
- No hanging grommets
SPRI Exercise Mat for Fitness
This classic poly-foam mat is listed at 46 by 20 inches and 1/2 inch thick. It is light, rolls up easily and has a cut-out carrying handle that also lets you hang it. Spri offers it in blue, black or red. It covers yoga, Pilates and classic floor routines.
- Light and easy to carry
- Handle cut-out
- Three colors
- Shortest mat in this list
What is the best exercise mat for home floors?
Length and thickness are the two numbers that matter. Here are all six side by side.
| Mat | Size (in) | Thickness | Storage | Best use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanging Mat 71 | 71 x 23 | 5/8 in (15 mm) | ✓ Hang, stack, roll | Full-body floor work |
| Hanging Mat 56 | 56 x 23 | 5/8 in (15 mm) | ✓ Hang, stack, roll | Small rooms |
| Hanging Mat 56 thin | 56 x 23 | 3/8 in (10 mm) | ✓ Hang, stack, roll | Standing work |
| Bi-Folding Mat | 72 long | 2 in | ~ Folds in half | Tumbling |
| Pro Exercise Mat | 71 x 24 | 0.625 in | ~ Flat or rolled | Pilates, grip |
| Classic Mat | 46 x 20 | 1/2 in | ✓ Roll or hang by handle | Travel to class |
All of these appear in our exercise and fitness picks, alongside the gear you will use on them.
How thick should a home exercise mat be?
Thickness changes how the floor feels under your knees and how stable your feet are. The chart shows the listed thickness of each pick.
Listed mat thickness
From Spri listings, inches
For most people, the best exercise mat for home floors sits around 1/2 to 5/8 inch. Go thinner for standing balance and thicker for tumbling or sore knees.
What to look for in an exercise mat
Length that fits your body
Lie down and measure from heels to the top of your head, then add a few inches. Under 5 foot 6, the 56-inch mats often work; taller people want 71 or 72 inches.
Closed-cell vs open foam
Closed-cell foam does not soak up sweat and keeps its shape. That is why Spri uses it for the hanging mats that gyms stack by the dozen.
Storage
- Wall space: hanging mats with grommets.
- Closet: a rolled foam mat.
- Garage or kids' room: the bi-fold mat with handles.
Plan to slam a ball on your mat? Read our medicine ball guide first, since dead-weight balls are kinder to floors and mats.
Top mat picks at a glance
SPRI Hanging Exercise Mat (15MM 71")
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Check price →These three cover the best exercise mat for home needs in most houses: a durable everyday mat, a thick cushion and a grippy Pilates surface. For a full setup that fits in a closet, see our small-space home gym guide.
How we picked
We read every Spri mat listing in our catalog and noted the stated length, width, thickness and foam type. To find the best exercise mat for home use in each case, we kept mats whose listings give full dimensions.
Size variants of the hanging mat are included only because the award is about length or thickness. Prices, ratings and review counts were not used.
FAQ
What is the best exercise mat for home use on hardwood?
A closed-cell foam mat at 5/8 inch, like the Spri Hanging Mat, cushions well on hardwood and stays flat. For tumbling, step up to the 2-inch bi-fold mat.
Is a yoga mat the same as an exercise mat?
Not quite. Yoga mats are often thin for balance. Exercise mats are usually thicker to cushion knees and spine during crunches, planks and floor work.
How do you clean a foam exercise mat?
Wipe it with a damp cloth and mild soap, then let it air dry. The bi-fold mat's vinyl cover wipes clean with a damp cloth, per Spri.
Can I hang an exercise mat on the wall?
Spri hanging mats have rustproof grommets and fit the Spri Wall-Mounted Mat Rack, which holds up to 10 mats on 7.48-inch pegs, per its listing.
What size exercise mat do I need?
For full-body floor work, 71 or 72 inches is safest. A 56-inch mat works for shorter users and partial-body moves like planks and push-ups.