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The Simonton 6500 Series iExplore Simonton 6500 windows reviews, ratings, and prices to explore whether the VantagePointe series is right for you. In addition to the 6500, the series is also available in the 6100 and 6300 (the 6100 series has the least options, colors, and glass package, while the 6300 is in between the 6500 and 6100).
The Simonton VantagePointe 6000 series is made specifically to be sold through Home Depot. It can be order in a number of options, each of which carries a different number; the 6100, 6300, and 6500 (from simplest to best). The VantagePoint is available as a single hung, double hung, picture, slider, awning, casement and a garden window. Standard features include tilt latches, dual air locks, a beveled sash, a coil balance, and extruded lift rails.
"The VantagePointe series is a nice option from Home Depot. It is a quality window that can be ordered with in a wood grain interior laminate - this gives you the benefits of vinyl windows with the look of real wood."
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We have 16 window openings and many many choices. What would your call be here?
Brandi, I like the Sierra Pacific option or the Simonton 6100. The Andersen 100 is a solid choice, but not at that price point. I would certainly consider the PGT Energyvue option as well.
I live in NYS and I need some guidance with getting new windows and (2) sliders. I received a quote from Home Depot to replace 9 windows and 2 sliders. They suggested Simonton 6100 double hung windows and Simonton 6500 (3) panel sliders. They quoted me $17,728.00
Debbie, both of the bids at first glance strike me as high. I think you need to collect a few more bids to get a better idea of the fair market price in your area. I haven't heard of Power Home Remodeling, but they sound like a big outfit. The bid they gave you seems excessive.
Hi Dane…I’m collecting estimates to replace a couple of bay windows. I’ve received quotes from Renewal by Andersen (outrageous!), Window World (4000 series), Home Depot (Simonton 6500) and a local glass contractor (offering Energy King windows series 200). Do you have a list of recommended windows and installers for my area? And of the windows I’ve listed above, what do you recommend?
Steve, of the bids you have, I would choose the Simonton 6500. However, I've noticed the bids coming from HD aren't all that cheap these days. It could be less expensive to find your own Simonton dealer and go with the Reflections 5500, which is essentially the same window as the 6500.
Hi Dane, I love your site and I'm so grateful for all the information. I got a quote through home depot and lowes and the quotes are similar but one uses a nail fin install (Lowe's with pella 250 window) and the other sites the install putting the window in the buck frame (Home Depot with simonton 6200)
Liza, there are some pros and cons to both methods. The real question is whether any moisture is getting behind the window, which a good installer can see once they see the existing frames.
've been reading a lot of information from your site, and I have a vet owned company that is quoting Simonton 6100 series windows for a 15 unit replacement on our manufactured home. I don't see that model anywhere on your site. Can you tell me about that particular window? I've been doing research and getting quotes for 3 weeks now, and I'm at wits end!
Thank you sincerely.
Hi Tim, the Simonton VantagePointe 6000 [description redacted]. I would say this: if you like the price point on the window and their installation record (online reviews) are good to great, I think this is an option to consider.
Hi Dane: Home depot (HD)provided a total cost of $10,160 for standard replacement of 14 double hung windows for my house using the Simonton 6500 double Pane glass with energy rating U=0.3. Is this estimate high? I have to provide a respond back to HD today. Please help! Thanks very much!
Vinh, this sounds high to me. Lately, Home Depot's bids have not been all that great in my opinion. I'd find a few bids from local dealers to compare this to before you pull the trigger.
Hi Dane, I live Nj and would like to have window replace for my house I have the following need to replace. it is very old house.
Mary, I absolutely love your email because it's such an easy answer! Your cheapest bid (by a mile) is the best window by far. I would do the Okna 600 Deluxe series. Great vinyl window. The sliding door with the cherry interior is a great price as well. The Okna 600 is one of my top maybe 15 windows on the market.
Dane, I purchased my bay window from Home Depot they did the install. I live in Idyllwild California and we’ve had a lot of rain, the water is coming in the window on the wooden sill. I’ve had the HD guys out to look at it three or four times, they don’t seem to be able to figure out what the problem is.
The bay boxes are usually ordered from one of two companies by Simonton to fulfill each order. The most likely cause of the water leakage is improper flashing around the header and sides. However, they would have to pull the bay window out and basically start over if that’s the case. Bay Windows Prices
Tim, what is your problem with Home Depot?
Ranger, my issue with Home Depot installation is based on their sub contracting wage/rate that they pay their installers. The low "per window installed rate" (relative to the window industry in general) sets up a scenario that rewards as fast an installation as possible. This can lead to less than perfect installation that can lead to issues in year 7 and beyond that can cause lots of issues, problems and cost for consumers.
Tim, thank you for your response. So are you saying that HD doesn't warranty their installation?
Ranger, I'm not saying that at all. But even the warranties from the window companies themselves aren't always worth that much because after 7 or 8 years when things start going south, it is difficult to say definitively if the issue is the fault of the manufacturer or the installer. HD could claim that the problem is with the manufacturer and the manufacturer could claim it is an installation problem. Meanwhile you're left in the lurch.
Thanks for the advise.
Ranger, the Simonton 6500 is a decent enough window. Be the squeaky wheel during the install and ask for the best installation team based on past reviews.
Hello Dane, I just received a bid from Home Depot for the 6200 Series Narrow Frame Simonton windows sliders & single hung. 22 windows in my 1925 farmhouse with vinyl siding for $13,877.10 which I thought was a good price. I have some pretty large windows as well.
Kim, this is a tricky question since you are leaving your home in 2 years. I'm not sure it makes sense to spend a ton of money. I hate this advise though because you aren't doing the next owner any favors. Whatever you buy, make sure you leave them all of the warranty information and contact numbers to help them if something does go wrong down the line.
Hi Dane, I need to replace 12 of my windows on a 2011 home due to hail damage that my insurance is covering and I have two quotes. My insurance has approved enough to cover both but I just want to know which is the better window. From what I've seen on your website it sounds like the Simonton, but I wanted to ask the question. Also if it is the Simonton is the price too high?Thanks for your help in advance!
Elgie, the Simonton is indeed the better window of the two. As to price, Home Depot tends to be a bit all over the place. The plus side on HD is you can price out the windows themselves and see the breakdown on product versus installation. Right now, you are paying $845 per window. I can't see the Simonton 6200 windows being more than $350 per window to buy them from HD.
Tim & Dane, I really appreciate your site and the work that you do. I have a Home Depot quote for replacement windows from Home Depot for the Simonton 6100 windows. We live on the coast. The quote came in at $12,687.95 for 15 windows. It would be replacing single pane aluminum windows with double pane vinyl. I have attached the quote to get your thoughts since some of my windows are rather large. However, in your opinion is there a better option for quality and price? Also, I live to the Orlando Florida area. Thanks in advance for your assistance.
Meredith, it's very tough to tell how fair this quote is—certainly it's in the ballpark, but I think you should get a few more quotes before you go ahead with this one. For instance, the Simonton Stormbreaker Plus is a much better coastal window than the 6100 and there will certainly be a Simonton dealer who services your zip code. I would also call up PGT and get a bid on the PGT 5400 series and see how that compares. Finally, I would have CWS come out and get a bid from them. PGT and CWS both have multiple window models so make sure to take a look at as many of their models as they have on hand and ask about pricing to see where they all stand.
Good evening!
Justin, I'm not sure I like any of these. The Pella 250 vinyl window is okay, but the idea of paying $1000 per window is absurd. The HD 6100 series is a middle of the road window, but at $666 per window, you should be able to get something much better. I would imagine that the Renewal quote will be much higher than any of these.
Hi, Good Morning! I just bought a townhouse and the windows need to be replaced. I've spoken to several companies but am leaning toward Home Depot and their Simonton 6100 option. The sales rep recommended that over the 6500 since I'm protected on two sides (I'm in between two other units). The quote for 12 windows is $7,500. I don't need anything too fancy since the homeowners association requires that I replace with the same style that's already in my house.
Karin, the 6100 is a decent window, but I'm not sure it's quite worth what you're paying at $625 per window. I would possibly pay that for Simonton's best windows -- the Reflections 5500 or the Impressions 9800, but I'm not sure you're getting a great deal with the 6100 at that price. HD isn't always the best deal in town—although sometimes they are.
Tim I just discovered your website. I read several of your comments.
Larry, I agree with your cost assessment on the windows, have the installers break down what they are charging to wrap the windows so you know the cost of the window/install portion.
I live in Lake City, FL. Our house was built in 1979 and has the original aluminum windows in it. We want to replace them with vinyl windows. We also want energy efficient windows. What windows do you recommend. We only have big box stores here. I have a quote for 13 windows from Home Depot for the vantage point 6100 for $9999. Seems very high to me.
Ray, 13 Simonton Vantage Point 6100 window for $9999 seems very high to me. Before you go any further, I'd suggest getting a bid from CWS and PGT to see how they compare. Both of their mid range vinyl windows are going to be better than the VantagePointe window.
I got a quote for 3 double-hung windows, 5 sliders, and 1 glass patio door. The quote from Sunrise was around $9000 and the quote from Simonton 6500 was around $10,700. What are the pros and cons between the windows because the both have a double lifetime fully transferable warranty. Both windows seem equally good and durable.
I love getting questions like yours because they make my job soooo easy. The Sunrise windows are far and away the better window over the Simonton Vantage Pointe. And $1700 cheaper....how great is that? Go with the Sunrise and if ask the dealer to go over any potential upgrades such as foam fills, sill reinforcements, or simply an upgraded glass package. For the price of the Simontons, you could get some awesome upgrades and have a really great vinyl window.
Hi, I've had several quotes and am not sure where to go. First, all quotes were for the lower end models without me asking except for Home Depot. All quotes were similar for lower end styles (Simonton 6200 slider was about $3k more for 13 windows so still similar respectively). Since Monte Verde glass thickness is measured in mm, my take is they save money in that respect to get slightly less than 1/8 and 3/16 in thick glass. Both of my quotes are for the "sound" limiting for street side of house.
Mia, of the Simonton 6200, Anlin Monte Verde and Milgard Styleline, I would probably put them all on an equal footing with the nod going to the Monte Verde. I think you can toss the Simonton quote since it's so much more than the other two and its through HD, who's installation is unpredictable in my opinion. I think you are right to go with the installer/company who you feel most comfortable with. At the end of the day, the quality of the install is going to matter more than the subtle differences between the two windows.
Hi Tim, I'm a new home owner and the windows need to be replaced. I've gotten 3 quotes for 9 windows and a sliding patio door. 1 of the quotes is for softlite imperial ls with new trim for 13158.00 and 1 is from Simonton for Vantage .66 for 11000.00 without the trim. (By trim I mean the interior casing, stool, apron , all the wood work inside the house). All windows are the same.
Larry, thanks for the question. so let's take each of the bids separately. I will start out with the Polaris windows for $27,000. You are absolutely correct that this bid is insane, especially considering that the top of the line window from Polaris is equal in quality to the soft light imperial LS.
Hi, I've been reading your reviews and was hoping you could recommend some companies that sell in Texas.
Rick, high quality vinyl windows should be able to handle the heat in Texas. Many consumers also opt for aluminum windows, which are very durable, but do lack much in terms of energy efficiency.
I need some advice with regard to replacing some wood windows. We have received pricing quotes from Lowes and Home Depot for various VINYL brands. Specifically, Vantage Pointe 6500E, Pella Thermastar and Pella 250 Series. We reside on the East Coast and have a limited budget because of having to replace approximately 18 WOOD windows. Since the estimates have been extremely high, we are looking to contract with a local company in the 22407 zip code area. I would appreciate your recommendation on a window brand.
Bernice, none of the windows you mentioned are super high quality, but the Vantage Pointe 6500E option is probably your best bet. The Pella 250 would be next in line, not a bad vinyl window, but perhaps on the lower end of the mid range. The Pella Thermastar is one of my least favorite vinyl windows out there. Check out our replacement windows by Consumer Reports to verify (I actually don't think Consumer Reports gets much right besides their score on the Thermastar.)
We got two quotes on 14 windows. I included the measurements and location of the windows on the yellow sheet attatched above. I have also attached the warrenty info on the Simonton Window from home depot which is a double hung and priced out at $8500 for 14 windows and the windows from FHA are single hung CWS windows and are priced out at just over $12,000. I am leaning towards the CWS windows but I wanted to find out if $12,000 is reasonable. Thanks for your help and I hope you have a great night!!!!
Jeromy, that's a big price difference. I like the single hungs from CWS and they are going to be a much better window than the Home Depot Simonton (I'm assuming it's either the Daylight Max or the VantagePointe series). The Simonton is actually not a bad window, it's a decent middle of the road vinyl window, although I'm always very wary about the installation you might be getting from the subs through HD.
Hello Dane, thanks for the response. FHA actually reached out and they now have a doublevhung CWS and they are able to install them for $10,750. How does that sound? Have a great weekend!! Thanks, Jeromy.
Jeromy, that price is much more in line with what I was thinking. I would go back and tell them if they can do it for $10,250, you will sign today and see what they say. If they refuse, I think you still have a fair price.
My wife and I recently received quotes by a Pella representative and a Home Depot representative. How do the Pella 250 and 350 compare to the Simonton Vantage Point 6500?
Dave, I would have to give the edge to the Pella 250/350, but not by much. Both of these vinyl windows are right in that mid range option (perhaps a bit on the low side of that mid range). The reason that most consumers like the HD Simonton Vantage Point 6500 is the price, while many consumers go with Pella for the name (usually mistakenly). Pella has definitely stepped up their game with the 250 and 350 series, but they are often going to run more than something like the VantagePointe.
Question, comparison and your opinion on window options. We own a rental townhouse and need to replace the old aluminum windows. We have 16 windows and the HOA requires them to be installed flanged/new construction. We have received quotes on Okna 500 series for $8800 (I was happy to see how well you rate Okna in some of the responses I've found on this site), Great Lakes Bay Shore for $9700 and Simonton 6500 VantagePoint from HD for $13666.
Melissa, I'm surprised that the Okna 500 series is so much cheaper than the other options. The Okna 500 is better than the Great Lakes Bayshore window and the Simonton 6500 VantagePoint. Not to say that the Bayshore or VantagePoint windows are bad, they are solidly middle of the road.
I have a sunroom in my house with 5 old double hung wood windows that need replacement. We are considering Home Depot in Oakland, CA for the job and a small independent shop. Home Depot is proposing Simonton 6200 (vinyl) and Andersen 100 Series (fibrex). Due to apparent code requirements we have to use Casement to have an opening big enough in case of fire, for the fireman to be able to perform a rescue. Which brand do you think is best? Simonton carries a lifetime warranty and Andersen has 20 years warranty. Which is the better choice?
Vivek, between the Simonton 6200 and the Andersen 100 series, the Andersen is definitely the better option of the two. The VantagePointe is at the lower end of the typical mid range vinyl window (does this make sense?). Other options in your area that I think you may want to consider is Milgard, Anlin and Amerimax - these are my go to west coast options - look at their mid range offerings and compare these prices to the bids you currently have. However, the Andersen 100 series is a good window and certainly you will get a good price at HD.
I wanted to ask you about the Simington window 6500 series. We purchase our home in 08' and the builder used cheap Jelwin windows all around. I am looking to replace them and keep the cost reasonable. My dilemma is our home runs 100 feet parallel near the Long Island R/R, so we are attempting to reduce the noise, as well as the street noise. I had Home depot come and the rep seem to think we would benefit from this series of window at a total cost of 14k, including installation. They would be replacing a total of 11 window, plus 2 moon windows and a patio door. Do you think this sounds reasonable, and do you think these window are good? Can you recommend a window that can offer decent quality and noise reduction?
Candace, the Simonton 6500 VantagePointe double hung is a decent vinyl window and I would recommend it for a lot of homes, given the right price point. In terms of the 11K, it sounds a bit high to me, but I don't know all of the specifics and features that the price includes so, it very well might be fair. I don't love the HD option though because they sub out their installation and I don't think this is a good recipe for quality installation.
Dane, we live in Oklahoma and need our windows replaced in our high end house. We are looking for vinyl window due to the weather here in Tulsa. We went to Home Depot and they have suggested the Simonton 6100 series. We find that there are not many options. What would you suggest? Thanks.
Hi Lynn, the Simonton 6100 Series, also known as the Vantage Point is an alright vinyl window, not one I would recommend unless you are pretty budget minded. In fact, there isn't too much at the big box store that falls in the mid range categories (although I would say that Simonton and perhaps Reliabilt are the two brands that achieve this with a few nice upgrades).
Hi Tim, I live in South Jersey and I wanted to know about the Simonton replacement vinyl windows. I'm looking for a good mid level window that won't break the bank. I got a a estimate from Home Depot for the Simonton Vantage pointe 6100 series. But I'm just not sure about how good there installers are. So if you have any insight on Simonton vinyl Windows I would greatly appreciate it!
Chris, the Vantage Point is an okay window and is made exclusively for Home Depot. This means there won't be as many custom options, such as glass, exterior frame colors, etc but it will be affordable. In general, I would like to see you get something a bit higher in terms of quality, especially if your goal is to find a good mid level vinyl window.
I am looking at windows quoted by Home Depot in Calif. The propose Simonton Vantage Point, with a little research they seem to be 6000 series window. How do these compare to other Simonton windows and Anlin, Thanks in advance
Dan, The Simonton VantagePointe is a specialty window that is sold exclusively at Home Depot. You are correct that is is the 6000 Series, the 6100 is the entry level, 6300 the mid range and the 6500 the premium option. The window has some decent features, including a number of rather interesting interior frame color options. In general, it's a pretty standard vinyl window that is probably equivalent to the Anlin Monte Verde (one of their specialty windows that is more of a budget option). I would say Anlin is a level above Simonton when comparing apples to apples.
Hi Dane, we just had a representative from Home Depot discuss with us 3 replacement windows. (We live in Suffolk county, Long Island, N.Y. in a 40 unit Condo community - all windows must look the same!)
Carol, sounds like your deadline is coming up very soon. So the VantagePointe is a specialty window from Simonton sold exclusively through Home Depot. The VantagePoint is okay - nothing particularly fancy or special about them - decent performance numbers, but nothing that is going to knock your socks off. The real issue I have with your situation is HD installation. They are a massive operation that typically subcontracts out their work to a variety of installers who may or may not provide adequate installation. They often pay them by the window, which means there is an incentive for the installer to get the job done as quickly as possible.
I am looking at windows quoted by Home Depot in Calif. The propose Simonton Vantage Point, with a little research they seem to be 6000 series window. How do these compare to other Simonton windows and Anlin, Thanks in advance
Dan, The Simonton VantagePointe is a specialty window that is sold exclusively at Home Depot. You are correct that is is the 6000 Series, the 6100 is the entry level, 6300 the mid range and the 6500 the premium option. The window has some decent features, including a number of rather interesting interior frame color options. In general, it's a pretty standard vinyl window that is probably equivalent to the Anlin Monte Verde (one of their specialty windows that is more of a budget option). I would say Anlin is a level above Simonton when comparing apples to apples.
I wanted to ask you about the Simington window 6500 series. We purchase our home in 08' and the builder used cheap Jelwin windows all around. I am looking to replace them and keep the cost reasonable. My dilemma is our home runs 100 feet parallel near the Long Island R/R, so we are attempting to reduce the noise, as well as the street noise. I had Home depot come and the rep seem to think we would benefit from this series of window at a total cost of 14k, including installation. They would be replacing a total of 11 window, plus 2 moon windows and a patio door. Do you think this sounds reasonable, and do you think these window are good?
The Simonton 6500 VantagePointe double hung is a decent vinyl window and I would recommend it for a lot of homes, given the right price point. In terms of the 11K, it sounds a bit high to me, but I don't know all of the specifics and features that the price includes so, it very well might be fair. I don't love the HD option though because they sub out their installation and I don't think this is a good recipe for quality installation.
Hi Tim, I live in South Jersey and I wanted to know about the Simonton replacement vinyl windows. I'm looking for a good mid level window that won't break the bank. I got a a estimate from Home Depot for the Simonton Vantage pointe 6100 series. But I'm just not sure about how good there installers are. So if you have any insight on Simonton vinyl Windows I would greatly appreciate it!
Chris, the Vantage Point is an okay window and is made exclusively for Home Depot. This means there won't be as many custom options, such as glass, exterior frame colors, etc but it will be affordable. In general, I would like to see you get something a bit higher in terms of quality, especially if your goal is to find a good mid level vinyl window.
Hi Dane, we just had a representative from Home Depot discuss with us 3 replacement windows. (We live in Suffolk county, Long Island, N.Y. in a 40 unit Condo community - all windows must look the same!)
Carol, sounds like your deadline is coming up very soon...I'm not sure I understand why you have to make a rushed decision on such a good sized purchase but here is my two cents --
Thanks so much for your input, Dane. It was helpful and we did go ahead and purchase the 3 windows that we so badly needed. Although HD will be installing the windows, we were assured by the salesperson - who was very knowledgeable and spent 1 1/2 hours with us - that he knows the installers for many years and vouched for their expert work. I will get back to you in the coming weeks to let you know how things turned out!
Please note that all Simonton Windows reviews prior to 2015 have been archived.
We have 17 double hungs, sized 32x48 and upgraded to a brush nickel on the hardware.
Hi Dane, thanks for getting back to me so quickly. I am on the side of self-install. Because this is an investment property. And being self-employed, I have the free time to perform the work.
Mike, if you are going self install, I would do the tour of Home Depot, Dixieline, Lowes etc. and check out what is available. The Simonton 6500 VantagePointe is a good window. That might be my pick. The Milgard Tuscany<> or Trinsic is also a good mid range option.
Hi Dane. We have single pane wood windows that are falling out of their frames. We have 40 windows in total and quite a number of them are very large. These are the price quotes we received.
The VantagePointe is sold exclusively at Home Depot. In truth, the VantagePointe is very similar to the Simonton Reflections 5500 series (also available as the 5100 and 5300). It is fairly common for window companies to make a specific model names for their larger distributors such as HD. (Home Depot Windows Reviews)
6500 Window Specifics: The 6500 is available as a double hung, awning or casement, bay or bow, slider or fixed frame, as well as a garden window and in a few specialty shapes. Standard components and features include dual air locks, tilt latches, coil balance, extruded lift rails, and a beveled sash. The window is available in three standard colors (white, tan, and driftwood), as well as a number of custom wood-grain interior color options (maple, oak cherry, and dark wood), and custom exterior colors (cream, brick, pine, chocolate, bronze, and black]). Click to explore additional vinyl replacement windows with a wood grain interior.
Are Simonton 6500 Windows Any Good? I would say the VantagePoint is a good window, but it also doesn't make my best vinyl windows list. The bottom line is this: it's a strong buy given the right price point and given quality installation (which Home Depot does not always provide so do be aware of this).
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Simonton 6500 Windows Reviews
The Simonton VantagePoint is a decent vinyl window (particularly the 6500 series), but certainly not a top tier window. I haven't been able to find any data on the window, but I will post it when I do. As usual, I have issues with some HD installation and I would recommend that consumers who are looking to buy the 6100, 6300, or 6500 window from HD find their own installer to do the work. I would give the Simonton VantagePointe Series Window a 4.4 out of 5 stars rating.
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Simonton Windows Reviews
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Simonton 6100 vs 6500
Anderson 100: $17.7K
Simonton 6500: $16.3K
PGT EnergyVue: $11.2K
Simonton 6100: $13.2K
Window World 4000: $10.8K
Reliabilt 3900: $10.4K
Sierra Pacific Windows 8500: $10K
MI 1650: $9.8K
Brandi - Homeowner - from 2023
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2023
6100 Double Hung Windows
I’d like to know if these windows are a good choice since I’ve seen a lot of bad reviews on line and it’s making me very nervous. I’m not sure if it’s just customers with bad luck or that the windows are bad quality.
I also received a quote from Power home remodeling who construct their own windows but they quoted me $28,000, which I found to be very high. Do you know if these are good quality windows. Their on line reviews seem to be very good and they have an excellent warranty. Should I negotiate the price? (More about Powerhrg reviews here.)
Debbie - Homeowner - from 2022
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Simonton 6500 vs. Window World 4000
I live in Allegany NY…about an hour south of Buffalo…middle income home…retired, so likely not moving. 😁 Thanks!
Steve - Homeowner - from 2022
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In NY though, I think there are better options out there.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Simonton 6200 Window vs Pella 250
Wondering which is better and if it's a difficult difference. I tried to find the best windows your recommended in the vinyl middle class but I can't find anyone on Oregon that installs those.
Please help!
Liza - Homeowner - from 2021
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Simonton 6100 Windows Reviews
Tim - Homeowner - from 2021
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Simonton 6500 Window Bid
Vinh - Homeowner - from 2020
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
Simonton Home Depot Vintage Point 6500
27 windows.
16 Double Hung
5 sliders
6 fixed window.
one sliding door.
I had a few quote so far.
1. Home Depot quote Vintage point 6500 $ 25,951.
Vintage point 6100 $ 21,815.50 but the sliding door and bathroom window will use Vintage point 6500.
2. quote by an contractor Costal Window $30,000 I told him, no, he call back next day said he made mistake will be $22,000.
3. Okna 600 Delux $ 13400 Okn 500 not 500 Delux $ 11850.
Okna sliding door $1899 with Melrose cherry interior.
Please give me your recommendation.
Please also advise do you need me to list all the window size, let me know.
Thanks.
Mary - Homeowner - from 2020
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Since you are in New Jersey, I will advise you to get one more bid. Ideal windows makes the Majestic and the Platinum 3000 (these windows are very alike to one another, but typically a dealer will only sell one or the other). These windows are comparable to the Okna 600 and Ideal is a NJ business. I'd get this bid, look at the products, and decide which company and window you feel will better serve your remodel project.
Good luck, that is an awesome price on that Okna window.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
Simonton 6200 Series Bay Windows
So far I haven’t gotten any satisfaction as to whether I can get a replacement window. The bay window is by Simonton Windows, the 6200 series. Have you heard of this issue with bay windows before, any ideas or suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you.
Kathy - Homeowner - from 2020
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I would call up one or two local window companies and get a free bid with the hidden agenda of getting a free opinion on the cause of the water leakage. Kind of an underhanded approach, but it is one way to get a free professional opinion.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
Simonton 6500 Installation Question
Did you work for them at one time or another and are a disgruntled fired employee?
Every time you review responses you are putting down Home Depot.
What's up with that?
Not sure if I trust your reviews.
Ranger - Homeowner - from 2018
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I'm not castigating HD in a vacuum, this is based on anecdotal evidence over the past 25 years. I'm on the side of the consumer, not HD (whose stores I happen to spend lots of money at buying consumer products, but not services.)
HD hires some very good installers who do good work. It is the other end of the companies they sub contract out with that I don't like. I don't blame the installers, but I do blame HD's wage/rate policy.
As to the quality of the reviews, love or not, my answers and advise are first and foremost to protect consumers and help them get as much value for their hard-earned money as possible.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2018
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From what the HD salesman is telling me very thing is warranted for life.
Ranger - Homeowner - from 2018
[Website Editor Reply]
The bottom line is this: buy a good product at the start and get good installation so you don't have to deal with issues down the road. If you do buy from HD, go with the very best window they sell and ask for their best installer / installation team.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2018
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I pulled the trigger on the Simonton 6500.
Now you got me thinking I should be looking over the installers' shoulder and video tapeing the whole install.
I have been reviewing some online videos on how to install a vinyl window correctly.
Thanks again.
Ranger - Homeowner - from 2018
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Good luck!
Tim - Site Editor - from 2018
Simonton 6200 Narrow Frame Windows
I felt really good about this purchase until I started reading the reviews. We have had this home for 25 years & the windows now are aluminum & failing as in fogged up ie; broken seals.I live in Rainier, Oregon which is 1 hour from Portland, Oregon.
We are retired & looking to sale our home within 2 years. One of the things I liked about this window is the lifetime one time transferable warranty. But now that I have read the reviews Im very nervous to go forward with this purchase. I have 3 days to rescind the purchase. What do you think???
Kim - Homeowner - from 2018
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I might get a couple more quotes to see if you can't get a decent window for a lower price -- maybe a Milgard Tuscany or even the Simonton Daylight Max. I'd be curious about pricing because sometimes HD is low and other times they bid out sort of high.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2018
Simonton 6200 vs. Pella 250
Lowes
Pella 250
$7,500
Home Depot
Simonton 6200
$10,149
Elgie - Homeowner - from 2018
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I'm not a huge fan of HD installers because they are often paid per window, which means they are incentivized to go quickly. If it were me, I would probably buy the windows from HD and then go on yelp, angies list or craigslist and find a highly reputable installer and have him come give me a bid to install the windows. You will often save some money and insure that the installation is solid.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2018
Simonton 6100 Coastal Windows
Meredith - Homeowner - from 2018
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The HD quote is okay, but I think you can get a better window for roughly $13K for 15 windows. That's relatively high on the face of it.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2018
Simonton 6100 Series vs. Pella 250 Series
I have been looking at your site for weeks now and going crazy on what windows to get. I live by the jersey shore. I have had 3 companies come out so far.
18 double hung windows
Home Depot Simonton 6100 Series - $12000
Pella 250 series - $18,898
Renewal by Anderson - Coming out soon to give me pricing.
Can you maybe suggest something else in my area I can look at?
Thank you very much!
Justin - Homeowner - from 2018
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It is possible that your project involves some extensive installation work that is driving up the cost, but so far I don't see any of these bids as great.
I would start by getting a bid from the local Okna dealer on their entry-level 400 series. I would also see if there is a Sunrise, Soft-Lite, Polaris, or Zen dealer that could give you a bid. All of their "entry-level" windows are going to be superior to the Simonton 6100 series or the 250 Pella series.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2018
Simonton 6100 vs. Okna 400
Do you have thoughts on that window and the pricing; I spoke with Pella, Renewal by Anderson, and a local company that uses Ideal. I don't need windows that cost more than my house, just a good window at a fair price (which I'm sure everyone says!). I live in Tinton Falls, NJ (central part).
Thanks so much!
Karin - Homeowner - from 2017
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I would suggest you find the local OKNA dealer and tell him you want a quote on the Okna lower end 400 series. Explain your situation and tell him that you want to put in a decent window, but are hoping not to spend over $500 per window. Maybe check Sunrise and Soft-Lite as well and see if there are dealers in your area. Both of their entry level windows are better than the 6100 series in my opinion.
I think you need a couple more bids to see where the fair market value of your project lies.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton 6100 Cost Quote
I just got a Home Depot window replacement cost quote in Greer,SC. (I live in the Greenville, SC area.) My house is a standard brick ranch, built 1966.
The quote was for 18 windows installed, for $10,645. (After a 15% discount) using Simonton 6100, +covering all the wood trim with aluminum.
I think this was pretty high especially after reading some of your comments. Like you mentioned in a few of your comments, I'm thinking a $350 price range and $100 for labor would be a better price.
But I'm wondering if that price would include covering the trim? Also, I'd like your opinion on what good quality name brands should I look for for $350 or less?
Larry - Homeowner - from 2017
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I would definitely get a few more bids to try and pinpoint a better price point. I'm not a huge fan of HD in general. I would look for the following brands: Simonton Reflections, Ply Gem Pro, Milgard Styleline, Okna 400, Sunrise Essentials, Soft-Lite Bainbridge, Zen Karma, ProVia Endure, and the 5400 series from Wincore Windows.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2017
Vantage Point 6100 From HD
Ray - Homeowner - from 2017
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton 6500 vs Sunrise
Carl - Homeowner - from 2017
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton 6200 Sliders vs. Milgard Styleline
From my understanding the Milgard Styleline is the better window of the two. However, I think I like the other installer better (just a feeling although I think both would be fine based on reviews and meeting personnel). The difference in price is only $600.
Mia - Homeowner - from 2017
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As a side note, in terms of sound reduction, glass thickness has a small effect, while the space or gap between the double panes of glass is the biggest component. With these two windows, I would think they would have the same gap space, but it's worth an ask to both companies to see if there is a difference. In terms of glass, just make sure you are getting a double strength glass, and pay for the upgrade if it doesn't come standard.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton Vantage .66 vs Imperial LS
Do you think the pricing is fair and which Do you think is the better window. I will greatly appreciate your opinion. The one I didn't mention was from Polaris for 27000.00 for the same as the Simonton, which I thought was completely insane.
Larry - Homeowner - from 2017
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The quote you have for nine windows and one patio door for the soft light imperial LS $13,000 seems relatively fair to me. I can't say with total a surety because obviously I haven't seen the project personally but based on what the quote is for the Simonton I would say that the 13,000 seems quite fair.
The quote for the Simonton Vantage 66 window, which I'm assuming is the Simonton Vantage Point window, at approximately $2000 less than the soft light LS is about what I would expect in terms of the price difference between these two windows.
If it were my house, I would absolutely spend the additional $2000 for the Soft Light imperial LS. If you assume that we have 10 windows in total including the patio door. That's only $200 more per window which I think is worth it to get one of the best vinyl windows on the market.
Having said that, if this were my house I would try and negotiate that 13 $13,000 down to see where the soft light dealers actual floor is. Check out our article that discusses how to negotiate a window bid and I think that the techniques explored in it will help to save you some money. Good luck!
Tim - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton 6500 vs. Revere Berkshire Elite
I've had HD talk about the Simonton 6500, and an online quote for Berkshire Elite. I have a guy coming to talk about Don Young.
It's really hot in Texas.... will vinyl windows hold up?
I've seen that you like Okna.... are they available in Texas? We're in the San Antonio area.
Rick - Homeowner - from 2016
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I'm inclined to say that the Simonton 6500 series and Berkshire Elite are pretty comparable in terms of quality, performance and features. They are both middle of the road at best windows.
If you are going to go with vinyl windows in Texas, I think you need to step up to something better than the two selections you have.
Don Young sells a very good aluminum window that I would recommend. Their vinyl windows are going to be better than the 6500 and Elite, but they aren't as good as their aluminum windows.
Zen Windows might be available in your area, as well as Milgard and Amerimax. I'd be interested to hear what the Don Young aluminum window comes in at, that might be my top pick for Texas if it were my home.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2016
Vantage Pointe 6500E vs. Pella 250 Series
Bernice - Homeowner - from 2016
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I think you should at least get a couple of quotes from local dealers, not HD and Lowes, although with your tight budget it might be tough. The two brands I would recommend are Okna and Sunrise, both of which should be available in Virginia.
Since you are on a budget, I would say look up companies that offer these window brands and call them up and tell them you want a quote on their entry level window window, the Okna 400 series and the Sunrise Bainbridge option. These windows are going to be MUCH better than the windows you have selected. I'm not sure they will be in your budget, but I will say that long term they may be the cheaper alternative, especially if you are going to be staying in your home for a long time.
- Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton VantagePointe vs CWS
Jeromy - Homeowner - from 2016
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I would say this, either go with the Simonton and find an experienced installer yourself or see if you can get that CWS bid down to $10K. Use the HD bid as leverage, say something like, I have a bid on Simonton (leave out that it's from HD) that is $8500 and I know you can't match it, but I need you to work with me on the price because I really want to go with you. I feel like that would be worth the price difference. You may also want to get one more bid to see where it falls in that price spectrum (and you could use it as additional leverage with the CWS company.)
Tim - Site Editor - from 2016
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton Vantage Point 6500 vs Pella 250
Dave - Homeowner - from 2016
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The big issue I have with HD is the installation quality with the use of subcontractors who are paid a very low rate for their services. I don't find this to be a recipe for quality (certainly not always the case, but I've heard enough stories to know it can be true).
I would be curious to know how these compare to one another in terms of price? I would have to assume that the Pella option was quite a bit more. If it were me, I would get a couple more quotes to before I pulled the trigger. Where are you located, I could make a couple of suggestions if you'd like.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton 6500 VantagePoint vs Okna Windows
We aren't looking to spend a ton since this is an investment property but we plan to hold it for income into our retirement years and we are in our young 40s now. My husband just asked for Lowes to come out and quote for us on Monday for a cheaper window they sell and will install, since we found out from Home Depot that they won't install the cheaper windows they sell online. What would you do?
Melissa - Homeowner - from 2016
[Site Editor's Response]
The Okna is just a better window and the performance data backs this up. I'm VERY surprised by the price that HD quoted you out at, $850 per window for the 6500 series seems like way too much. The price you got on the Okna 500 at $550 installed for new construction is good. I'd schedule it if I were you.
The answer is clear in my opinon.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton 6200 vs Andersen 100 Series
Vivek - Homeowner - from 2016
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I would however not use HD for the installation. I would instead suggest you find a local company or contractor to do the work on the sunroom. HD offers good product pricing, but they subcontract out the work and you may not get the quality of installation that you deserve.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2016
Simonton 6500 series
I'm certainly not expecting that a window will block out all the noise, but the current window are god awful. Anderson comes to mind, but I know how expensive they can be? We had a contractor down our block come by and he gave a cost of 22k for Anderson….I appreciate your feedback and advice and hope to hear back from you soon.
Candace - Homeowner - from 2015
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I think there might be some better options out there in terms of a sound control window, although these are often not cheap. I would first start out and search for Okna and Soft-Lite reps who cover your area and get quotes from them on the project. I would assume they would be somewhere in between the Simonton and Andersen quotes. These aren't going to be sound control windows per se, but they are well made vinyl windows (better than the VantagePointe).
I would ask both people who come out if they think you need to go with a sound control window or whether they think their windows are going to be specific. This is where I would start.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2015
Tulsa Oklahoma Replacement Windows
[Site Editor's Response]
If you have a high end home and want to put a high quality vinyl window in, I would suggest the top of the line Soft-Lite or Sunrise window. I believe that both of these companies have local distributors that service at least parts of the state (I can't say with any assurances that they service Tulsa). Do a search for "Soft-Lite windows Tulsa Oklahoma" and "Sunrise windows Tulsa Oklahoma" and see what comes up. If you don't come up with anything using these searches, I believe ProVia Windows and Doors are available in your area.
Let me know what you find!
Dane - Site Editor - from 2015
Simonton Vantage Pointe 6100 Series
Chris - Homeowner - from 2015
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The Simonton mid range and higher end Reflections, Impressions and StormBreaker Series are well built and often competitively priced. The Prism Gold and Prism Platinum are the east coast equivalents to the Reflections series and they are a decent vinyl window that should be a good investment.
Remember that the installation is very important so you are right to be wary of the installers from HD. I would find a local company who carries Simonton and offers their own installation. You will pay more, for both the window and the installation, but your long term cost savings will be higher.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2015
Simonton VantagePointe Window Review
Dan - Homeowner - from 2015
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The Simonton VantagePointe window, with their Low-E 366 Cardinal Glass, Intercept spacer and krypton fills, you should be looking at around a 0.30 U-factor, 0.15 air infiltration, 0.32 visible transmittance, 3.33 R-value and 0.18 SHGC. While I don't like this AI .15 - the rest of the numbers are decent.
As to HD, they are so big that they get pretty amazing prices, local distributors can rarely come close. They can't compete though on service and I really don't like their installation, which they subcontract out. If you like the price point and options being offered on the VantagePointe in store, go for it. But I would suggest finding a window installer elsewhere - the last thing you want I shoddy installation - it will cost you more in the long run. Good luck!
Tim - Site Editor - from 2015
Simonton Home Depot Reviews
The windows we are considering for installation are the 6500E Vantage Pointe Windows - double hung. I would like to know how you regard the quality of these windows. We need windows that will reflect the high summer heat but retain the warmth of the house during the winter months. The windows face west - lots of high afternoon heat in summer. Would you recommend an alternative to these windows which would better fulfill our needs. (We have a deadline for savings and must decide by this coming Wednesday.) Thank you so much for your assistance.
Carol - Consumer - from 2015
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I certanly don't have an issue with you purchasing the VantagePointe from Home Depot, in fact you are going to get much better pricing here than elsewhere. However, I would suggest hiring your own installer that has solid references and reviews in your community to insure a proper install. Best of luck!
Dane - Site Editor - from 2015
Simonton Windows Reviews
Dan - Homeowner - from 2015
[Site Editor's Response]
The Simonton VantagePointe window, with their Low-E 366 Cardinal Glass, Intercept spacer and krypton fills, you should be looking at around a 0.30 U-factor, 0.15 air infiltration, 0.32 visible transmittance, 3.33 R-value and 0.18 SHGC. While I don't like this AI .15 - the rest of the numbers are decent.
As for HD, they are so big that they get pretty amazing prices, local distributors can rarely come close. However, HP can't compete on customer service, variety of options, and I really don't like their installation, which they subcontract out. If you like the price point and options being offered on the VantagePointe in store, go for it. But I would suggest finding a window installer elsewhere - the last thing you want I shoddy installation - it will cost you more in the long run. Good luck!
Tim - Site Editor - from 2015
Simonton 6500 series
Can you recommend a window that can offer decent quality and noise reduction? I'm certainly not expecting that a window will block out all the noise, but the current window are god awful. Anderson comes to mind, but I know how expensive they can be? We had a contractor down our block come by and he gave a cost of 22k for Anderson….I appreciate your feedback and advice and hope to hear back from you soon.
Randall - Homeowner - from 2015
[Site Editor's Response]
I think there might be some better options out there in terms of a sound control window, although these are often not cheap. I would first start out and search for Okna and Soft-Lite reps who cover your area and get quotes from them on the project. I would assume they would be somewhere in between the Simonton and Andersen quotes. These aren't going to be sound control windows per se, but they are well made vinyl windows (better than the VantagePointe).
I would ask both people who come out if they think you need to go with a sound control window or whether they think their windows are going to be specific. This is where I would start.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2015
Simonton Vantage Pointe 6100 Series
Chris - Homeowner - from 2015
[Site Editor's Response]
The Simonton mid range and higher end Reflections, Impressions and StormBreaker Series are well built and often competitively priced. The Prism Gold and Prism Platinum are the east coast equivalents to the Reflections series and they are a decent vinyl window that should be a good investment.
Remember that the installation is very important so you are right to be wary of the installers from HD. I would find a local company who carries Simonton and offers their own installation. You will pay more, for both the window and the installation, but your long term cost savings will be higher.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2015
VantagePointe Review
The windows we are considering for installation are the 6500E Vantage Pointe series - double hung. I would like to know how you regard the quality of these windows. We need windows that will reflect the high summer heat but retain the warmth of the house during the winter months. The windows face west - lots of high afternoon heat in summer. Would you recommend an alternative to these windows which would better fulfill our needs. (We have a deadline for savings and must decide by this coming Wednesday.) Thank you so much for your assistance.
Carol - Consumer - from 2015
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VantagePointe is a specialty window from Simonton sold exclusively through Home Depot. The VantagePoint is okay - nothing particularly fancy or special about them - decent performance numbers, but nothing that is going to knock your socks off. The real issue I have with your situation is HD installation. They are a massive operation that typically subcontracts out their work to a variety of installers who may or may not provide adequate installation. They often pay them by the window, which means there is an incentive for the installer to get the job done as quickly as possible.
I certanly don't have an issue with you purchasing the VantagePointe from Home Depot, in fact you are going to get much better pricing here than elsewhere. However, I would suggest hiring your own installer that has solid references and reviews in your community to insure a proper install. Best of luck!
Dane - Site Editor - from 2015
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Carol - Consumer - from 2015
Simonton 6500 Windows Cost
Simonton 6500 - $20,400
Soft-lite Imperial LS - $21,800
Soft-lite Windows Reviews
Bobby - Homeowner - from 2024
DIY Window Replacement Cost
I've gotten quotes from several local businesses for full service install and they range in price from $5900 to $12k. I budgeted $300 per window which is 100% more than the windows I saw on sale when I bought the property 1.5 years ago. (but wasn' ready for windows yet.) This is for 11 windows by the way.
Mike - Homeowner - from 2024
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2024
Simonton 6500 Windows Reviews
Window Source - $38K
Provia Endure Series - $35k
Simonton 6500 - $35K
Window World Prices (3000 Series) - $31K
Robert - Homeowner - from 2023