9 best yoga mats on Amazon, as recommended by a yoga teacher

The Manduka X All-Purpose Fitness Mat is a favourite, regardless of where you choose to buy it from. At 5mm thick and with dry, anti-slip TPE materials, it's suitable for almost any workout, from yoga and Pilates to strength training. It's cushioned and grippy, so you'll feel the support under your feet as you move.

At almost £70, it's not the cheapest option on the list, but it's my first recommendation for a premium mat experience and durability. Even if you only use it every few weeks, you'll still get your money's worth as you'll have this mat for years to come - something I can attest to personally, since I've had mine for six years and counting.

While it's not the thickest on the list, the high-density cushioning is more than enough for support around the hips, knees, ankles, and elbows, and it rolls away tightly for storage at home.

Thickness: 5mm

In our guide to the best thick yoga mats, this one has come up top for the last few years. At 6mm, it's enough to notice real support under your body (more so than regular 3mm and 4mm mats), but you have enough contact with the ground to move freely and without any bounce underfoot. For yoga, Pilates, and strength training, this is ideal.

The Gaiam Premium 6mm mat is a favourite of woman&home's digital health editor, Grace Walsh. She says: "I've had this mat for about four years now, and it's the one I reach for most often at home. I have it in a muted purple leopard-print colourway, so I always enjoy using it, and it rolls away neatly under my sofa."

Made of foam rather than rubber, it holds to my wooden floors well and feels grippy underfoot as well. It's also been easy to clean, says Grace, and has held up well to years of use.

Thickness: 6mm

If you're looking for an affordable everyday yoga mat, look no further than this two-colour mat from Gruper. It's thick, has a non-slip texture, is extra-large, and comes with a handy strap for travel. It's also available in a range of different colourways, though some of the other colours are around double the price. It's made with a premium TPE-friendly material and has relatively eco-friendly credentials, though it's not necessarily the best on the list if that's your main criterion.

Weighing just 0.75kg, it's a brilliant, portable mat, and I recommend it to anyone who only occasionally needs a yoga mat or anyone trying yoga for beginners who isn't ready to splash the cash on expensive kit yet. And don't just take my word for it, either - it comes with an average rating of 4.5*, based on over 8,000 reviews.

If you do have more budget to work with, however, or need a mat for daily use, it is worth investing in the Manduka Pro or Manduka X Yoga Mat instead.

Thickness: 6mm

You won't regret investing in this mat if it's in your budget and if you need a little guidance with your practice. I love the superb quality and eco-friendly materials of this mat. It's super grippy and not too thick, so you feel supported but can firmly make contact with the ground beneath you, making it a great choice for a session that requires a lot of single-leg balancing. It also features alignment aids, unlike other mats on this list, which are really helpful.

It's not suitable for those allergic to latex, but it's one of our absolute favourite luxury picks. It comes in a variety of eye-catching colours and looks as superb on the studio floor as it does folded up in your gym bag.

Being more eco-friendly than other options, foldable, lightweight, with alignment markers means it comes with a higher price tag. That will take it out as a contender for the best yoga mat on Amazon for many people, but if your budget can stretch, then I do think it's worth the investment as you'll have it in the years to come.

Thickness: 4.2mm

At 12.7mm thick and 71 inches long, this is undoubtedly a thick mat, designed to support your joints at a maximum level through stability exercises, rather than HIIT workouts. It also comes with a knee pad for extra support, which is another 35mm. So, if you're looking for an excellent non-slip mat that supports your joints, this is our pick of the best.

The anti-tear layer on this mat makes it a favourite of mine as it's more durable than other thicker mats I've tried. It also comes with a strap and weighs under 1kg, so it's surprisingly portable, despite its thickness.

At just under £40, it's a great, affordable choice, and it probably comes with the most reviews on Amazon out of all the mats on this list: over 29,000 people have reviewed it, giving it an impressive overall rating of 4.6*. The material's durability is slightly more dubious than the Gaiam Premium 6mm yoga mat, which is why it didn't get the top spot for a thick mat.

Thickness: 12.7mm.

TPE material is non-slip, odourless and easy to clean, and it's available in abundance with this mat, which is also extra thick. You can count on this mat for support as it's moisture-resistant and grippy on most surfaces, including tiles and wooden floors, as I discovered. If you are doing workouts with lots of holds or yoga flows then a mat with a little more grip is no bad thing.

Again, it's one of the thicker mats on the list at 12mm, so it's best suited for stability-minded yoga workouts, any workouts where you spend a lot of time on your back, such as pelvic floor yoga, and stretching exercises. While it's available in different colourways, only the black one is currently in stock.

Thickness: 12mm.

For stability, the Adidas Fitness Mat is a great option. It has a ridged base on the underside of the mat for more security and better grip on most surfaces - especially carpets and grass, those with a little more traction.

As a sporty option, I especially love this design and, at under £25, it's one of the more affordable mats on my list. It also comes in a couple of colourways. At the time of writing, the 7mm mat costs just £23.99 while the 10mm is £24.99.

This mat offers a balance of support and stability suitable for those doing yoga as a workout, HIIT workouts, strength training, and similar bodyweight workouts, rather than gentle yoga sessions, in my view.

Thickness: 7mm or 10mm.

Looking to take your yoga or leg raises workout abroad? You'll want a travel-specific yoga mat. These tend to be thinner than others (my favourite, this one by Manduka, is only 2mm) as you need to be able to fold them away in your suitcase. Despite the thin material, it feels incredibly premium underfoot, offering just enough support for downward dog or child's pose.

For long workouts, I'd recommend something a little thicker, but for short bursts of movement and stretching while you're away, this is a winner. It's also suitable for use on all surfaces, with a dot pattern holding the mat in place regardless of whether you're on a damp balcony or a sandy beach.

At just 2mm, however, it isn't one for those who want a lot of support around the joints or anyone looking to do a workout with lots of holds. I like to think of this mat more as a cover than a support accessory, keeping myself away from the floor and in the zone.

Thickness: 2mm

At 6.5mm, the MiraFit yoga mat is an excellent buy, but the cork makes it ideal for hot yoga or sweatier workouts, as the material offers an excellent grip underfoot when wet. It also feels very lightweight to carry, making it perfect for studio sessions and easy to roll up, coming with a handy carry strap. It's also a more affordable choice, coming in at just under £25.

There is a bit of an aroma when you first unbox it due to the bonding material it uses. However, this subsides fairly quickly.

At 6mm, it's a thickness that matches our 'best thick yoga mat' option, so it provides plenty of support and cushioning for the body, without feeling too bouncy under foot during your workout.

Thickness: 6mm