Is the Mirador 111S worth it?
Our verdict: A sensible kit at a fair price: $2,399 for 10×13 at Mirador, $2,199.99 at Costco on the day we checked. Mirador publishes 90.2 mph and 20.8 psf, both with professional assembly and anchoring. The catch: steel louvers, and right now Mirador sells the aluminum 111DA for the same price.
The best-known name in the category, aluminum posts with steel louvers, 90.2 mph with professional anchoring, from $1,499. It scores 8.7/10 on our published formula, No. 6 of 15 kits. Best for: a proven Costco-sold kit around $2,400.
The catch: Steel louvers, and right now the aluminum 111DA costs the same $2,399 at 10×13 with higher ratings. Retail listings also quote a lower 70 mph.
Who should buy the Mirador 111S, and who should not
Buy it if
- You want a known brand with a Costco listing and a 30-day return window
- Your patio is a flat concrete slab (anchor bolts for concrete are in the box)
- Two of you can give it a Saturday
Skip it if
- You want all-aluminum louvers: look at the 111DA or the Purple Leaf Athena
- You need a size between 13 and 20 ft long (the 111S comes in 10×10, 10×13 and 10×20 only)
- You want a motor: the 111S E-Motion exists, at $3,299
Not the right fit? The Mirador 111DA is the alternative we would look at first: same price at 10×13, aluminum louvers, higher published ratings.
How much does the Mirador 111S cost?
Prices of every size at the Mirador Outdoor store on November 15, 2026, kit only, before tax and installation. The price per square foot is our own calculation on the roof size.
| Size (ft) | Roof area | Price | Per sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10×10 | 100 sq ft | $1,499 | $14.99 |
| 10×13 (reference) | 130 sq ft | $2,399 | $18.45 |
| 10×20 | 200 sq ft | $3,299 | $16.5 |
Where to buy it
- Mirador Outdoor store: $2,399 for 10 × 13 ft.
- Costco (online): $2,199.99 for 10 × 13 ft. Costco item 2127016, delivery shown as available to ZIP 98101. Costco describes the louvers as aluminum; Mirador lists steel louvers for the 111S, so ask which version ships.
Home Depot, Lowe's, Wayfair and Amazon also list many of these brands; their prices and sellers change often, so we only quote stores we checked on the day. Our louvered pergola cost guide adds the pad, anchors and installation.
Sizes and clearance height
The Mirador 111S comes in 3 sizes: 10×10, 10×13, 10×20 ft. Mirador lists 157.17 × 121.16 × 98.74 in (10×13 ft). That is about 8 ft 3 in of height, so check doors, windows and gutters nearby before you order.
Frame and louvers: aluminum or steel?
The 111S is a hybrid. The posts and beams are powder-coated aluminum, which does not rust. The louvers are galvanized steel, which is stiffer for its weight but needs its coating to stay intact. Mirador lists the 10×13 at 157.17 × 121.16 × 98.74 inches and 463 lb, so this is not a flimsy canopy: it is a small structure you bolt down.
Mirador does not publish a post section or a wall thickness for the 111S. If you are comparing on paper with PERGOLUX (4 23/32 in posts, 3/32 in metal) or Purple Leaf (4.33 in posts, 1.5 mm wall), you will not find the matching line on the Mirador page. Ask before you buy if that matters to you.
Crank, wand or motor?
One hand crank drives the whole roof. The louvers swing up to 93°, which is enough to stand them almost vertical for full sun, or to close them flat for shade and rain. There is one zone, so you cannot shade the dining end and leave the lounge end open at the same time. Mirador sells the same frame with a remote-controlled motor and built-in color LEDs as the 111S E-Motion, $3,299 for 10×13, if cranking sounds like a chore.
Does the Mirador 111S keep the rain out?
Mirador calls it a "Patented Integrated Drainage System": closed louvers shed water into channels that run down inside the posts and out at the base. Mirador does not use the word waterproof on the 111S page. Owners on r/Costco say both things: one 10×10 owner calls the louvers "definitely watertight" after several years (thread, 2026), another says closed slats stop light rain but "drops will splash their way through in a heavy downpour" (thread, 2026). Sideways rain blows in from the open sides on any louvered roof.
Wind rating and snow load
Two more numbers float around. Mirador listings at Costco and Amazon print 70 mph, and the Mirador FAQ quotes 78.5 or 102 mph depending on the model. We score the 90.2 mph printed on the 111S product page, with its condition. In snow country, open the louvers and clear the roof: closed steel slats are not meant to carry a winter's worth of snow.
We never call a pergola "wind-proof": these are the brand's figures, under the brand's conditions. Our wind rating and snow load guide puts every kit side by side.
How hard is the Mirador 111S to install?
Mirador says two people with basic tools take about four hours, with no rivets or welds, and ships expansion anchor bolts for a flat concrete surface. There is a manual and a series of official instruction videos. Owners on Reddit describe it as straightforward but tedious; plan a full day if it is your first kit. On pavers or a deck you will need a different anchoring method, and the ratings above assume professional assembly and anchoring.
Video: “MIRADOR 10x10ft /10x13ft 4 Pillars Louvered Pergola 10-Step Guide Instruction Video” (Miradoroutdoor on YouTube). Plays from youtube-nocookie.com after you click.
Step-by-step advice for any kit is in our louvered pergola installation guide.
Options: screens, walls, lights
The 111 series takes Mirador sidewalls: fixed shutter walls covering a third of a 10-ft side and 10-ft pull-down screens, sold separately on the same page. Two colors, Charcoal and White.
Warranty, returns and delivery
Mirador's warranty page gives 3 years, plus 1 more when you register the product. The store offers free delivery in the contiguous US, and its delivery agent calls within two business days to schedule it; the 10×13 page said the order ships within two weeks on November 15, 2026. You can return, get a refund or a replacement within 30 days of receipt.
What owners say
The r/Costco threads we read are mostly positive about the frame and mixed about heavy rain (see above). One owner of a Costco Mirador that "butts up" to the house says wind has not been a worry, partly because the house shields it (r/Costco, 2026). The recurring complaint is assembly time, not the finished product. These are individual posts, not a survey.
What's in the box, and the costs on top
In the box
- Aluminum posts and beams, galvanized steel louvers
- Hand crank
- Toolbox with screws and bolts
- Expansion anchor bolts for concrete
- Printed manual (videos on Mirador's channel)
Hidden costs to plan for
- A level concrete pad if you do not have one
- Sidewalls or screens if you want privacy (sold separately)
- A pro installer if you want the published ratings (they assume professional assembly and anchoring)
Questions to ask the seller before you pay
- Which louver material ships with the Costco listing (Costco says aluminum, Mirador lists steel for the 111S)?
- What anchoring do you approve for pavers or a deck?
- Is the 10×13 shipping within two weeks to my ZIP code?
Mirador 111S vs its closest rivals
The same facts for the Mirador 111S and the two kits we would compare it with, prices checked the same day.
| Criterion |  Mirador 111DA9.2/10 · $2,39910 × 13 ft · Nov 15, 2026 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 8.7/10 · Good | 9.2/10 · Excellent | 8.8/10 · Very good | 8.0/10 · Fair |
| Price checked | $2,399 for 10 × 13 ft Nov 15, 2026, kit only | $2,399 for 10 × 13 ft Nov 15, 2026, kit only | $1,999 for 12 × 10 ft Nov 15, 2026, kit only | $2,499 for 10 × 12 ft Nov 15, 2026, kit only |
| Price per sq ft | $18.5 | $18.5 | $16.7 | $20.8 |
| Sizes sold | 10×10, 10×13, 10×20 | 10×10, 10×13, 10×20, 13×13, 13×20 | 10×10, 12×10, 14×10, 16×10, 18×10, 20×10 | 10×12, 10×14, 11×13, 11×14, 12×12, 12×14, 11×15, 10×16, 12×16, 12×20, 12×24, 14×20, 14×24 |
| Frame / louvers | Powder-coated aluminum / Galvanized steel | Aluminum / Double-layer aluminum | Powder-coated galvanized steel / Galvanized steel | Powder-coated aluminum / Aluminum |
| Roof control | Hand crank, louvers open up to 93° | Hand crank, louvers open to 98° | Included wand opens and closes the louvers | Two independent roof zones adjusted with poles, 0–90° |
| Mounting | Freestanding | Freestanding | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Wind (brand) | 90.2 mph | 102 mph | 100 mph | 72 mph |
| Snow (brand) | 20.8 psf | 26.6 psf | 17.5 psf (our calc.) | Not published |
| Warranty | 3+1 years: 3 years, plus 1 year when you register the product with Mirador | 4+1 years: 4 years, plus 1 with product registration | 5-year warranty | 1 year (Purple Leaf comparison table on the product page) |
| Returns | Return, refund or replacement within 30 days of receipt (Mirador store) | Return, refund or replacement within 30 days of receipt | Returns within 30 days of receipt; 15% restocking fee and shipping paid by the buyer | 30-day refund for unopened, unused items; return shipping paid by the buyer |
| Buy | Check price at Mirador | Check price at Mirador | Check price at Backyard Discovery | Check price at Purple Leaf |
- Mirador 111DA (9.2/10): Same price at 10×13, aluminum louvers, higher published ratings.
- Backyard Discovery Sarasota (8.8/10): Steel, 100 mph, 5-year warranty, $1,999 for 12×10.
- Purple Leaf Athena (8.0/10): All-aluminum, 13 sizes, but a 1-year warranty.
Head-to-heads: Purple Leaf Athena vs Mirador 111S · Pergolux 4 Pro vs Mirador 111S · Mirador 111S vs Mirador 80S.
Mirador 111S specifications
| Brand / model | Mirador 111S |
|---|---|
| Sizes sold (ft) | 10×10, 10×13, 10×20 |
| Price at reference size | $2,399 for 10 × 13 ft (checked November 15, 2026) |
| Price per square foot | $18.45 (our calculation) |
| Frame | Powder-coated aluminum |
| Louvers | Galvanized steel |
| Post section | Not published |
| Metal thickness | Not published |
| Roof control | Hand crank, louvers open up to 93° |
| Mounting | Freestanding |
| Drainage | Patented Integrated Drainage System: water runs into the posts and out at the base |
| Wind rating (brand) | Wind rating 90.2 mph* — *With professional assembly & anchoring (Mirador product page) |
| Snow load (brand) | Snow load 20.8 psf* — *With professional assembly & anchoring |
| Dimensions | 157.17 × 121.16 × 98.74 in (10×13 ft) |
| Weight | 463 lb |
| Assembly (brand) | Mirador says two people with basic tools take about four hours; no rivets or welds; anchor bolts for a flat concrete surface are supplied. |
| Colors | Charcoal, White |
| Options | Mirador 111/140-series sidewalls (sliding glass doors, shutters, screens) sold separately |
| Warranty | 3+1 years: 3 years, plus 1 year when you register the product with Mirador |
| Returns | Return, refund or replacement within 30 days of receipt (Mirador store) |
| Availability | Add to cart open; the 10×13 page says this order ships within 2 weeks |
| Sold by | Mirador Outdoor store |
Sources, read on November 15, 2026: miradoroutdoor.com, miradoroutdoor.com, costco.com.
Mirador 111S: questions buyers ask
Is the Mirador pergola worth it?
At $2,399 for 10×13 it is fair value with real published ratings and a 3+1 year warranty. Right now the aluminum 111DA costs the same at 10×13 and publishes higher ratings, so compare both before you order.
Is the Costco Mirador pergola the same as the 111S?
Costco listed a "Mirador Adjustable Louvered Aluminum Pergola 10' x 13'" at $2,199.99 on November 15, 2026 and describes aluminum louvers. Mirador lists steel louvers on the 111S, so ask which version ships.
What is the Mirador louvered pergola wind rating?
Mirador prints 90.2 mph for the 111S, with professional assembly and anchoring. Retail listings show 70 mph; we use the brand's own product page.
Can the Mirador pergola handle snow?
Mirador publishes a 20.8 psf snow load for the 111S with professional assembly and anchoring. Open the louvers and clear heavy snow rather than letting it build up.
Written by Laura Benson for the Best Louvered Pergola editorial team. Updated November 15, 2026. Scores come from our methodology; prices move, so check the seller's page before you buy.