ᐅ Front Door – PVC or Aluminum

Hello,
maybe you can help me or share your experiences.
Last week, we received quotes for windows and exterior doors.
Originally, we expected to be offered aluminum exterior doors. However, they also provided optional PVC (uPVC) doors, which are significantly cheaper.
I’ve heard different opinions from various experts. Some say it’s just a matter of appearance, while others argue that aluminum is definitely preferable due to security, insulation, and other factors.
At first glance, if it’s only about appearance, I could live with a PVC door given the price difference (about 2500€ per door). We actually need two doors because we have a separate entrance to our office area.
Who has a PVC exterior door or can share the pros and cons?

Hello,
are there no experiences to share?
I would appreciate any tips 😉

We have plastic front doors. Almost no one breaks into front doors of new buildings because patio doors are simply much easier to break into. If someone enters through the front door, they will break the lock, and the material doesn’t really matter. What about insulation? Any door offers roughly the same insulation because they have insulation inside and/or multiple chambers (like windows). Modern front doors have such high insulation that the door can easily frost over on the outside in winter. If there is any disadvantage, aluminum would be the higher thermal conductivity.

Of course, the more expensive materials are promoted in some way. Choose what you like. Wood is also an option. A plastic door with an overlay panel looks very stylish too! If you really want to go all out, choose aluminum or wood.

More important than the material, in my opinion, is that it has the correct security rating.

This ensures that hinges, brackets, and also bolts/hooks are present.

And, of course, the right lock.

And of course, don’t forget the secure windows, especially in the rear area.

Often the biggest weak point

What kind of door are you planning to install? Single-leaf or double-leaf? With a sidelight? What color? Which locking mechanism? These details are necessary to be able to assess it properly.