No. 1
8.9/10 · Very good
Covering a patio right against the house.
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The top 3 of this ranking, prices for the size shown.
No. 2
8.8/10 · Very good
A 100 mph rating under $2,000, freestanding.
No. 3
8.5/10 · Good
Wide louver rotation and a clean two-tone look.
A 10×12 roof covers 120 square feet: a dining table for six with chairs pulled out, or a three-seat sofa, two chairs and a coffee table. It is also the size where most brands overlap, which makes it the fairest place to compare prices.
This list keeps only kits sold in an actual 10×12 or 12×10 size, and shows the price of that size on the day we checked. Kits that jump from 10×10 to 10×13 are left out on purpose; you will find them in the main ranking.
Measure the outside of the posts, not the roof. Most kits list the roof size; the footprint at the base can be a few inches wider, and the post plates need solid concrete under them.
The ranking
- 1
Best for: Covering a patio right against the house
- Attaches to the house: two posts instead of four
- 100 mph wind and 2,100 lb roof load (anchored per the manual)
- PowerPort with 3 outlets and 3 USB ports
The catch: Steel, not aluminum, and it is a permanent attachment: check codes and your HOA first. 15% restocking fee on returns.
$1,799In stock at Backyard Discovery storeCheck price at Backyard DiscoveryRead the BD Evanston review
12 × 10 ft, kit only · checked Nov 15, 2026 - 2
Backyard Discovery Sarasota
8.8/10 · Very goodBest for: A 100 mph rating under $2,000, freestanding
- 100 mph and 2,100 lb roof load, anchored per the manual
- 5-year warranty
- Optional $649 assembly service from the brand
The catch: Steel louvers and frame: heavier (530 lb) and a scratch needs touch-up. 15% restocking fee on returns.
$1,999In stock at Backyard Discovery storeCheck price at Backyard DiscoveryRead the BD Sarasota review
12 × 10 ft, kit only · checked Nov 15, 2026 - 3
Paragon Lugano
8.5/10 · GoodBest for: Wide louver rotation and a clean two-tone look
- Louvers rotate up to 135°
- Dual-gutter drainage through each louver
- Two people, 4–8 hours, per Paragon
The catch: Returns carry a 25% restocking fee plus shipping, the steepest of the stores we checked.
$3,199.99In stock at Paragon Outdoor storeCheck price at ParagonRead the Paragon Lugano review
10 × 12 ft, kit only · checked Nov 15, 2026 - 4
Mirador 80S
8.4/10 · GoodBest for: The lowest price from a known brand
- From $1,099 (10×10)
- Hand crank, 90° louvers
- Same Mirador assembly kit and anchor bolts
The catch: All steel and a 2-year warranty. The ratings are the lowest of the Mirador range.
$1,799In stock at Mirador Outdoor storeCheck price at MiradorRead the Mirador 80S review
10 × 12 ft, kit only · checked Nov 15, 2026 - 5
Domi Louvered Pergola
8.2/10 · GoodBest for: Curtains and netting in the box
- Curtains and netting included
- Aluminum frame and louvers
- In stock in five sizes
The catch: Domi lists 50 mph in one place and 72 mph in another, and 5 years vs 1 year of warranty. Get it in writing.
$1,899.99In stock at Domi storeCheck price at DomiRead the Domi Louvered review
10 × 12 ft, kit only · checked Nov 15, 2026 - 6
Purple Leaf Caesar
8.1/10 · FairBest for: Long, narrow patios (sizes up to 13×30)
- Aluminum, 4.53 in columns
- Up to 70 mph when properly installed, per Purple Leaf
- Many sizes in stock
The catch: 1-year warranty and no published snow load.
$2,129In stock at Purple Leaf storeCheck price at Purple LeafSee its full specs
10 × 12 ft, kit only · checked Nov 15, 2026 - 7
Purple Leaf Athena
8.0/10 · FairBest for: The widest choice of sizes and colors
- 13 sizes from 10×12 to 14×24
- Two independent roof zones
- Aluminum, 4.33 in posts
The catch: A 1-year warranty, no published snow load, and 4–6 people to install.
$2,499In stock at Purple Leaf storeCheck price at Purple LeafRead the Purple Leaf Athena review
10 × 12 ft, kit only · checked Nov 15, 2026 - 8
EROMMY Louvered Pergola
7.8/10 · FairBest for: The lowest price per square foot
- About $9 per square foot
- Curtains and mosquito netting included
- Aluminum frame
The catch: No wind or snow rating, a 1-year warranty, and 20% off your refund if you return it for a non-quality reason.
$1,099.99In stock at EROMMY storeCheck price at EROMMYRead the EROMMY Louvered review
10 × 12 ft, kit only · checked Nov 15, 2026
Side by side
| Criterion |  Purple Leaf Caesar8.1/10 · $2,12910 × 12 ft · Nov 15, 2026 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 8.9/10 · Very good | 8.8/10 · Very good | 8.5/10 · Good | 8.4/10 · Good | 8.2/10 · Good | 8.1/10 · Fair |
| Price checked | $1,799 for 12 × 10 ft Nov 15, 2026, kit only | $1,999 for 12 × 10 ft Nov 15, 2026, kit only | $3,199.99 for 10 × 12 ft Nov 15, 2026, kit only | $1,799 for 10 × 12 ft Nov 15, 2026, kit only | $1,949.99 for 10 × 13 ft Nov 15, 2026, kit only | $2,129 for 10 × 12 ft Nov 15, 2026, kit only |
| Price per sq ft | $15 | $16.7 | $26.7 | $15 | $15 | $17.7 |
| Sizes sold | 10×10, 12×10, 14×10, 16×10, 18×10, 20×10 | 10×10, 12×10, 14×10, 16×10, 18×10, 20×10 | 10×12, 12×14, 12×20, 12×24 | 10×10, 10×12, 10×20 | 10×10, 10×12, 10×13, 12×16, 12×20 | 10×12, 10×14, 10×16, 11×15, 13×15, 10×20, 13×20 |
| Frame / louvers | Powder-coated galvanized steel / Galvanized steel | Powder-coated galvanized steel / Galvanized steel | Heavy-gauge aluminum / Aluminum | Galvanized steel / Galvanized steel | Aluminum / Aluminum | Aluminum / Aluminum |
| Roof control | Included wand | Included wand opens and closes the louvers | Manual louvers rotating up to 135°; independent zones on larger sizes | Hand crank, louvers open to 90° | Manual louvers | Adjustable louvers, manual |
| Mounting | Wall-mounted (attaches to the house) | Freestanding | Freestanding | Freestanding | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Wind (brand) | 100 mph | 100 mph | 82 mph | 78.5 mph | 50 mph | 70 mph |
| Snow (brand) | 17.5 psf (our calc.) | 17.5 psf (our calc.) | 17 psf | 15.7 psf | 15 psf | Not published |
| Warranty | 5-year warranty | 5-year warranty | 4-year limited warranty, plus 1 extra year with registration | 2 years (Mirador spec block), plus 1 year with product registration per Mirador's warranty page | 5 years on the hardtop roof and frame on the product page, but "Warranty Time 1 year" on the store refund policy; we score the lower figure | 1 year |
| Returns | 30 days; 15% restocking fee | Returns within 30 days of receipt; 15% restocking fee and shipping paid by the buyer | 30 days; pergolas incur a 25% restocking fee plus return shipping | Return, refund or replacement within 30 days of receipt | 30-day refund for unopened, unused items | 30-day refund for unopened items |
| Buy | Check price at Backyard Discovery | Check price at Backyard Discovery | Check price at Paragon | Check price at Mirador | Check price at Domi | Check price at Purple Leaf |
Questions buyers ask
What is the best 10x12 louvered pergola?
On our score, the best kit sold in 10×12 or 12×10 is at the top of this list, with the price of that exact size checked on the date shown.
How much is a 10x12 louvered pergola?
From $1,100 (EROMMY) to $3,200 (Paragon Lugano) in this list, prices checked Nov 15, 2026, kit only.
Is 10x12 big enough for a dining table?
Yes for a table for six (about 6 ft long) with room to pull out chairs. A sectional plus a dining set needs 12×16 or more.
Does a 10x12 pergola need a permit?
At 120 square feet, a detached kit falls under the 200 sq ft exemption that many places adopt from the model code, but local rules differ and attached kits are treated differently. Check with your building department.