My home is my castle. This is what every owner who cares about the safety of his home thinks. But if the builders are responsible for the quality of construction of the house, then the front door remains on the conscience of the owner. Let's try to evaluate the most popular manufacturers of metal doors on the market and designate them for the apartment.

The rating presented below will help you weigh all the advantages and disadvantages of a particular model, and it will become easier to navigate all the diversity on the market. Among the total number of firms and companies that manufacture doors, three organizations can be distinguished that have distinguished themselves by the quality and reliability of their products - these are Forpost, Elbor and Guardian.

Budget segment - metal entrance doors

The rating opens with a popular model for the budget class - Outpost 128C. The price in the basic configuration ranges from 15 thousand rubles. The company's engineers independently develop locking systems and door structures. At first, production was located in Kaliningrad, and then (in 2009) the organization moved to China. At the same time, the quality control department at the enterprise significantly expanded, and all doors began to undergo strict multi-level testing.

The rating of manufacturers of entrance doors of famous brands notes that in Russia about 500 thousand products per year are installed by the Forpost company, and this is a very good indicator. The main selection criterion for the buyer is the quality of the company’s products and availability.

1. 128C.
2. "Citadel-2".
3. A-35.

Illegal copies

Due to such wild popularity, you can often find numerous Forpost fakes on the market. Therefore, in order to avoid problems and other misunderstandings, you should pay attention to the following nuances:

• Forpost products are equipped only with Masterlock locking mechanisms;
• the genuine door has a certificate of conformity;
• the seller or dealer is also required to provide a certificate for the right to trade in Forpost products.

Standard

The standard option is most often found in apartment buildings. It is simpler and more affordable, but nevertheless meets all security requirements: burglary resistance, noise and heat insulation. It is not recommended to install such doors on the street; it is better to look for another option.

Reinforced

The rating of the best reinforced type entrance doors from Forpost included the very successful model S-528 (13 thousand rubles). Such doors are made of steel of increased thickness, the products are equipped with two independent locks, which have a locking system that is more difficult to break into and have increased heat and noise insulation. Among the range of reinforced doors, you can find a suitable option for installation outside.

Construction

The rating of construction type entrance doors is topped by the Forpost 524 model (up to 10 thousand rubles). These doors are only suitable for temporary installation. The protective functions of the structure are reduced to a minimum. The door is well suited for technical rooms, some construction sites or for summer cottages.

Advantages of Forpost doors:

• price;
• original and varied design style;
• wide range of products;
• lock illumination;
• coating (vandal-proof or powder);
• 4th class of burglary resistance;
• good seals;
• a wide range of service centers throughout the Russian Federation.

• sound insulation could be better;
• rare fittings (if they break, you need to order them from the factory);
• Play in the handle is very common.

These entrance doors (ratings, reviews, shortcomings and solutions to problems associated with them) are discussed by both buyers and builders. Judging by the statements, the Forpost company occupies a leading place in terms of positive reviews. The doors captivate with their low cost and quality of workmanship, which is why the company is considered a recognized leader in the budget segment.

The most reliable and beautiful (in terms of finishing) doors

Guardian products use Russian-made steel, and the company’s products have repeatedly received awards and the highest quality marks at international exhibitions. All products have certificates confirming the class of noise insulation, strength, burglary resistance and fire safety. At the production facility, which is located in Yoshkar-Ola, it is possible to order doors of a non-standard type (gates to a park, doors to a temple, etc.).

1. DS-2.
2. DS-ZU.
3. DS-4.

Fakes

It is also necessary to remember that there is only one Guardian plant, and it does not have any branches, so the sellers’ assurances: “Made in Tver from original components” should not be trusted.

Advantages of Guardian products:

• excellent appearance and varied finishes of products;
• models for different classes of consumers (economy - exclusive);
• This year the company was included in the rating of entrance doors in terms of reliability and took first place in it;
• unique design of each line;
• minimal gaps between the door frame and the leaf;
• seal on a double-circuit basis (eliminates drafts and unpleasant odors from the outside);
• mineral wool board as filler.

• problems with customer service and maintenance (difficult to get through, long response times);
• installers are not always qualified.

Reviews of Guardian products are mostly positive. Buyers like the absence of sounds and odors from outside: they cannot hear dogs, a working elevator or noise from neighbors. The owners highly appreciated the beauty and reliability of the design.

Rating of entrance doors to apartments with increased burglary resistance

Of all the above manufacturers, the Elbor company has the longest history. The plant opened in 1976 and continues to operate successfully to this day. A little earlier, production worked for the military industry, which already speaks of the reliability and manufacturability of the plant.

The company offers its consumers a wide range of products - from high-strength locks to metal molds, but the company's priority products remain entrance doors. The plant operates on new and technologically advanced equipment, using a proven and well-proven Japanese product quality control system. The company produces doors for all market segments: Economy, Optimum, Classic, Elite and Luxury. The average price of one “Optimum” class model fluctuates around 17 thousand rubles.

Advantages of doors from Elbor:

• pleasant and varied product design;
• even the Economy version looks solid and expensive;
• variability of subsequent finishing (the ability to change panels after installation);
• simplicity and ease of use of the locking mechanism;
• 4th class burglary resistance of the structure;
• possibility of vertical locking (starting from the “Elite” series);
• excellent noise and heat insulation;
• there are no fire hazardous elements in the design;
• provide the maximum percentage of strength of the entire structure;
• environmentally friendly and non-flammable filler "Rockwell" (mineral wool board);
• beautiful and varied steel thresholds;

• prices will seem inflated to many;
• numerous complaints about the service (inadequate dealers and poor-quality installation of the product).

Modern entrance doors must meet a number of requirements. Firstly, they must be reliable, secondly, beautiful and, thirdly, easy to use. Today, steel doors are produced by a variety of manufacturers. When choosing, you should definitely pay attention to the brand. Cheap models manufactured by little-known companies are unlikely to become an obstacle to uninvited guests.

What to consider when purchasing

When choosing the most suitable door model, first of all, you should pay attention to:

• the thickness of the steel sheet used for manufacturing;
• fabric design;
• type of insulation;
• design and number of locks;
• presence/absence of platbands;
• number and design of loops;
• a type of eye;
• appearance of the outer and inner panels;
• manufacturer's brand;
• price.

Of course, you should choose an entrance door depending on its future purpose. For a dacha, the first and subsequent floors of an apartment building, models that are slightly different in design are chosen.

What should the thickness be?

Good metal doors that reliably protect the interior from penetration by brute force, made of steel with a thickness of at least 1.5 mm. Imported designs with this indicator are considered to be of the highest quality.

They are made of alloy steel, which bends when impacted without breaking. Models made of hard metal should have a thickness of at least 2–4 mm. Products of this type are most often made by Russian manufacturers.

In addition to thickness, when choosing a door, you should pay attention to the door leaf and frame themselves. The first must be made from one single sheet. The presence of welds in the canvas is not allowed, since such a structure can be easily broken using a regular sledgehammer.

It is best if the frame is made of solid strips of steel. Its prefabricated versions are less reliable. Only welded frames filled with cement mortar from the inside earned quite good reviews from consumers.

What should the canvas design be?

The front door leaf itself must be insulated. In this case, it is best if mineral wool or polystyrene foam is used as an insulator. In cheap models, instead of these modern insulation Often just corrugated cardboard is used. Of course, the microclimate in an apartment or house with such a fabric is unlikely to be good. Cardboard does not retain heat or any kind of extraneous noise.

It is quite difficult to determine how good a metal entrance door is in this regard. In this case, you should focus primarily on the manufacturer’s brand. It is better to buy models that have already earned good reviews from consumers. As a last resort, you can also ask the seller to unscrew one of the locks and look inside the canvas. Also, to check the quality of the door in terms of insulation and sound insulation, buyers sometimes simply knock on it. A good model does not “buzz”.

What should locks be like?

Breaking into metal entrance doors is done, for the most part, not with the use of brute force, but “in a cunning way.” That is, using a master key and other similar devices. Therefore, special attention should be paid to the quality of locks when choosing. Only door designs have earned good reviews from consumers, equipped with at least two locks. In this case, one of them must be cylindrical, and the other - level.

You also need to look at how many bolts are in the locks. In good models there should be at least 4 of them. Judging by the reviews of experts, locks can be considered reliable only if the overhang and thickness of the bolts are at least 20 mm.

Hinges and trims

The number of hinges is determined primarily by the weight and intensity of use of the door. For a model intended for installation in a city apartment or residential building, 2-3 pieces will be enough. The design of the hinges is required ball joints must fit. These elements significantly increase their wear resistance. Without them, the canvas will soon simply sag.

And, of course, the hinges must be hidden by platbands. Without it, breaking the door becomes very easy. The hinges of models without platbands can be easily cut with a grinder or some other tool. The platband is especially relevant for structures installed in country houses. It is also very good if the door is equipped with hidden hinges and anti-burglary pins.

Appearance

Of course, there must be a peephole cut into the front door leaf. And it will be very good if it is panoramic. As for the appearance of the canvas and frame, in this case the choice depends largely on the taste of the owners of the house or apartment themselves. But of course, it’s worth paying attention to the degree of practicality of the cladding in any case.

The finish should be good enough resist various types of mechanical stress and adverse environmental factors. This is especially true for doors intended for use in country houses. Models with anti-vandal powder coating earned the best reviews from summer residents.

As for the interior decoration, it, of course, should fit as harmoniously as possible into the interior of the hallway. Today, there are door designs with removable internal panels on sale. The finish of these models can be changed.

Manufacturer's brand

This parameter is considered perhaps the most important when choosing an entrance door. Under no circumstances should you buy, for example, cheap Chinese-made doors. Such models are usually made of very low-quality and thin steel.

The thickness of the metal of the leaf and frame in most cases does not exceed 0.6 mm. For comparison: regular tin cans have approximately the same thickness. That is, you can open a Chinese-made front door not even with a crowbar or a grinder, but with a simple can opener.

Such models also deserve bad reviews for the very low quality of the insulation. Expanded polystyrene and mineral wool The Chinese practically do not use sheets for insulation. Most often they are insulated with completely useless corrugated cardboard. The quality of locks in Chinese models also leaves much to be desired.

The best reviews on the Internet are available about metal entrance door structures made in Russia and Poland. The most popular brands are:

• "Guardian";
• "Condor";
• "Thorex";
• "Outpost";
• "Elbor";
• Galant;
• Novak.

Guardian models

Reviews of metal entrance doors of this brand are good, primarily because these models are characterized by increased strength and burglary resistance. The advantages of the designs of this manufacturer also include:

• multi-layer keyhole protection;
• high-quality powder coating of the canvas;
• environmental friendliness of materials used for insulation;
• the possibility of individual selection of not only the design and size of the canvas, but also locks, as well as other accessories.

Guardian doors are produced by the Russian company of the same name.

Models "Elbor"

These metal entrance doors have also justifiably earned popularity among domestic consumers. Models of this brand are manufactured at the factories of the Russian holding Elbor. Their main advantages include:

• reliability;
• easily changing decorative panels;
• an ingenious multi-point locking system;
• the presence of an additional armor package.

Another advantage of the designs of this brand is the ability to hang the canvas on any side.

Condor models

At not too high a cost, the products of this company are of simply excellent quality. Thermal insulation in these door structures is achieved using mineral wool. The canvas and frames are covered resistant to adverse influences external environment paint coating. Those who want to purchase a high-quality door for their home without overpaying should definitely pay attention to this option.

Torex models

The metal doors of this Russian brand use not mineral wool as insulation, but expanded polystyrene, which is resistant to moisture. Therefore, Torex models are well suited for installation in country houses.

In some cases, they are installed even in the absence of a vestibule. But experienced summer residents still recommend building the latter. In any doors of the mid-price category locks due to condensation in winter may freeze. Only very expensive imported models designed specifically for country houses are free from this drawback.

Products of the Forpost company

This company is one of the leading door manufacturers in Russia. The main advantage of Forpost brand models, in addition to reliability, strength and durability, is the presence of hidden hinges. It is very difficult to cut such a canvas from a frame. Also, the models of this manufacturer have earned good reviews for their attractive appearance. “Forpost” products look really beautiful and fit well into the interior of almost any hallway.

Polish Galant models

This manufacturer also uses reliable armor plates to protect locks from burglary. The undoubted advantages of doors of this brand, among other things, include impeccable solid appearance and not too high a cost. The porch of the Galant models is equipped with additional protection, and the threshold is made of stainless steel.

Novak products

The advantages of doors of this type, about which there are also many positive reviews, include, first of all, the high reliability of the door leaf and the presence of additional protection for the narthex. Besides, popularity of Polish models "Novak" deserved thanks to the presentable design of the canvas and frame. They cost not much more than Chinese ones, but their quality is quite good.

Many people do not speak very well of the Saratov Torex doors. But in fact, people have a bad opinion of them mainly because of not very conscientious installers. The doors themselves of this brand are quite good and reliable. Mine has two locks - the main one of the 4th protection class and the additional one of the 2nd. The frame and canvas are quite powerful, and mineral wool is used for insulation. Additionally, the canvas is filled with foamed polyurethane. Therefore, it practically does not allow cold, as well as extraneous noise, to pass through. Overall, a very good door for the price.

Valery Petrovich

We recently installed a Russian “Forpost” door in our house. So far we are pleased with its quality. Looks beautiful and solid. Our door has a universal lock. Yes, it’s convenient, but I still think this detail is unnecessary. They write on the Internet that some “Forpost” door installers know about the presence of this function and sometimes take the path of crime, breaking into other people’s apartments. Otherwise, we are completely satisfied with the door.

Stanislav Kochetkov

Often during renovations in an apartment or after moving to a new home, the question arises of replacing the door with a better and stronger one. As practice shows, the door must be made of steel sheet. But regarding other parameters and details, it is often necessary to consult with professionals. Let's find out how to choose a door and consider the rating of the best metal doors for an apartment.

The safety of metal doors is affected by the thickness of its base, the outer sheet of steel, as well as the presence of stiffeners in the structure. At first it seems obvious that these parameters should be as large as possible. But on the other hand, this increases the mass of the door, as a result of which the hinges will wear out faster due to high inertia.

How does a steel door work?

Any quality door should have several basic elements. The frame must be made of a U-shaped profile, and a steel sheet is attached to it using spot welding. Stiffening ribs must be provided on the inside of the door.

In the vertical direction there should be at least two stiffening ribs, and in the horizontal plane their number should be at least three. In this case, the rib running in the middle part of the door can be broken by the lock. The space between these ribs is filled with thermal insulation material.

The apartment side of the door is covered with any suitable material. Hinges with bearings are used to secure the door frame. As additional protection, a special anti-removal pin is used, which extends when the door is closed.

Door frame

To make this part of the structure, one of the following materials can be used:

• corner;
• bent sheet;
• profile pipe.

The last option is most often used, provided the metal thickness is up to 5 mm. The door frames of the first two options are more deformed by bending and twisting. In addition, the profile pipe is easier to fix into the thickness of the wall, it has good stability and is not difficult to install.

The advantage of boxes made from bent sheets is their good heat and sound insulation properties, but they are less durable compared to boxes made from profile pipes.

Differences in door leaf thickness

This parameter is determined depending on the width of the profile used for the base of the structure. For security reasons, it is better to make this parameter larger. But a door that is too thick can be unnecessarily dangerous. In this regard, it is better to stick to the standard thickness of 5 to 7 cm.

Steel sheets on the inside and outside

These parameters determine the final weight of the door and its resistance to burglary. An inexpensive door will have a steel sheet thickness of no more than one and a half millimeters. This leaf can be easily opened with a simple canning knife. Too much thickness increases the weight of the door, but does not in any way affect the burglary resistance. Therefore, it is better to use a sheet of steel with a thickness of about 3 mm. This creates both convenience and protective qualities.

It makes no sense to buy a door that also has a steel sheet welded on the inside. This is impractical, since when breaking, the presence of the inner leaf does not in any way affect access to the lock.

The role of stiffeners

These elements are necessary to prevent the blade from twisting during a rough break-in. They prevent part of the door leaf from bending or being pressed out of the door frame.
There are three options for installing stiffeners:

• in the longitudinal version, the ribs are welded in a vertical direction;
• transverse arrangement implies a horizontal direction;
• the option when there are both directions is called combined.

The last option is considered the most successful, as it makes the door leaf as rigid as possible.

Distinctive features of Chinese-made doors

The very first thing you should pay attention to is the thickness of the steel, which is often less than 1 mm. To check, press on the door. If it bends, then such a door will not provide any protection. In addition, the low quality of the door is also indicated by its low weight.

Other signs by which you can distinguish a fake are the door peephole located at a low height and the shiny layer of coating on the door. Low-quality doors made in China often have problems with locks. Instead of high-quality filler, cellular cardboard is inserted into such doors, and one can only dream of having stiffeners.

Door insulation

Good door insulation prevents odors, sounds from entering the apartment and retains heat. First, for insulation, the internal space of the door between the stiffeners is filled. For this purpose, mineral wool is used. It has excellent heat and sound insulation properties, is not subject to combustion and does not emit harmful substances. Some door manufacturers use polyurethane foam or polystyrene foam instead of mineral wool. These materials do not absorb moisture, but at the same time, a significant disadvantage of these materials is their fire hazard.

The quality of insulation is also affected by the presence of seals. They can be made of silicone or rubber. These elements prevent foreign odors from entering the home and increase sound insulation qualities. In recent years, doors have been available for sale with not one, but several seals. However, in practice, several sealing contours do not affect the quality of the insulation in any way, but only increase the cost of the door. It is also necessary to take care of the finishing of the slopes. Gaps in the walls left after installing the door allow extraneous sounds and odors to freely enter the apartment, and also indicate negligence of the homeowners.

Door locks

Since there are so many types of locks, it is quite difficult to fully consider this issue. All models have their own distinctive characteristics, which determine the features of their installation and operation, but there are some general rules.

Types of locks

The front door lock must have a mechanism that fits entirely inside the door. Locks with a padlock or rim mechanism are unreliable and should not be used at all. You should definitely use a latch; it makes locking the door much easier.

Number of locks

The choice of the number of locks should be based on safety and precaution. From this point of view, the best option would be to have two locks of different designs. In the event of a break-in, an intruder will need two different sets of tools and it will take twice as long to break into the door. And the foresight is explained quite simply - if one of the locks fails, you can temporarily use another lock and replace the broken one without haste.

From a security point of view, the most reliable is a cylinder lock. The internal part of the mechanism of this lock consists of several pins. In order for the lock to open, they must be placed in a certain order. But the disadvantage of such a lock is that, due to the design features, it can be knocked out of the door leaf.

In a lever lock, the main part consists of special plates - levers. It is somewhat easier to open, but difficult to break into, since it is entirely located inside the door leaf.

Additional measures for protection

These measures are necessary to enhance protection and create additional difficulties during hacking. Therefore, it would be useful to find out which of the above is included in the door package.

Door hinges can be external or internal. Each of these types of loops has its own advantages and disadvantages. For example, external loops look unaesthetic given their large size and can be cut off with a special tool. At the same time, a door equipped with internal hinges is more expensive. To place the hinges, you need a space that is allocated due to the usable door opening. With such hinges, the door does not open completely, and if you try to increase the opening angle, you can damage the door frame.

When choosing between a door with internal or external hinges, you need to consider that there is little chance that a burglar will cut the hinges, making too much noise. In addition, doors with such hinges usually have special anti-removal pins that will not allow the door leaf to be pulled out, even if the hinges are completely cut off.

Anti-removal pins are devices that are located inside the door leaf. When the door is closed, they are recessed into the thickness of the door frame, which prevents the door leaf from being removed.

The latch makes it much more difficult to break into. There is no access to it from outside the door, so if the latch is closed, the door cannot be forced.

The door peephole should have a wide viewing angle so that you can see everything that is happening outside.
The door must open outward so that it cannot be pushed out with a jack.

As for the exterior decoration of the door, you should prefer coating it with hammer paint. This paint looks like the door was painted and then beaten with a hammer. Compared to other coatings, this finish has several advantages:

• It can be used on any surface.
• It does not require additional coverage and perfectly masks all unevenness.
• The paint dries in a short time and is easy to use.

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Popular door manufacturers

There are a lot of companies engaged in the production of entrance doors on the modern market. To make it easier to understand this diversity and choose a reliable and high-quality door for yourself, we present to you a selection of companies whose doors have become the most popular among buyers.

One of the best domestic companies that produce doors represents a successful combination of favorable prices and good quality. The model range of Neman doors is quite wide and provides good home protection. Alloy steel sheets are used to make doors. Each door is equipped with at least two locks. If the client wishes, the number of locking elements can be increased. Moreover, locks and other accessories can be chosen from a different brand.

metal entrance doors Neman

Advantages:

• products have all safety certificates;
• affordable cost of products;
• use of innovative technologies.

Flaws:

• Inexpensive products are not of the highest quality.

Average price from 50,000 rubles.

This company also pleases with the quality of its doors. Each stage of door production, including design, is carefully controlled. This allows us to produce exceptionally reliable products with high safety indicators.

For the production of entrance doors, a profile with a special design is used, which provides additional strength characteristics. Door leaves are made from solid sheets of metal with a thickness of at least 2 mm. It is possible to place an order individually, which allows you to get a door of an original design. To increase the strength of the door, customers can optionally install additional armored inserts, which significantly increase burglary resistance.

The doors of this company have a number of advantages: additional linings are used to provide protection at the junction of the door and frame, pins against removal, and at least two locks of different designs. Additionally, shutters and night gates can be installed. Exterior finishing can also be chosen at your discretion from several options - it can be polymer in film or powder, laminate, wood or veneer.

entrance metal doors Steel

Advantages:

• many solutions for exterior finishing;
• taking into account all the client’s wishes;
• quality service;
• diverse model range.

Flaws:

• Some models do not correspond to brand quality.

Average price from 27,600 rubles.

A distinctive feature of the doors of the Legrand company is the originality of the finish, and the doors are of high quality. MDF panels with a special polymer coating are used as finishing materials in the production of these doors. This allows you to achieve a variety of decorative solutions. Natural wood is also used for decoration, giving a luxurious and aristocratic look to any room.

The company's product range includes standard and modified doors. Therefore, each client will be able to choose a door based on their needs. For the canvas, sheet steel 1.5 mm thick is used in combination with mineral wool insulation or basalt insulation. Additional armored inserts are used at the lock attachment point. The lock can be chosen as desired.

Entrance metal doors Legrand

Advantages:

• production according to all requirements;
• there is an opportunity to choose the package yourself;
• original design solutions.

Flaws:

• small thickness of steel sheets used to make the door leaf.

Average price from 24,500 rubles.

The Torex company is one of the best companies in the production of steel entrance doors. The production process utilizes maximum automation capabilities. This allows the company to produce a huge number of models.

The range of doors is available to most average buyers in our country, but there are also models aimed at wealthier clients. Doors with fire-resistant properties are produced separately. This range is in high demand among government agencies.

For the production of most models, two types of steel are used. This significantly increases the door's safety and reliability. MDF panels with a polymer coating are used as external finishing. The frames are made from solid-bent profiles 2 mm thick.

metal entrance doors Torex

Advantages:

• high fire resistance of doors up to 6 hours;
• compliance with all safety standards;
• wide selection of models;
• attractive door finish.

Flaws:

• high price for some models and expensive maintenance.

Average price from 13,500 rubles

The Guardian company has a huge range of products, which allows us to take into account all the client’s requirements and preferences. In the production of doors, special attention is paid to sound insulation, fire resistance and original design.

To avoid unnecessary expenses, the client has full control over the door configuration. You can choose handles, locks and exterior finishes. To produce the door leaf, two sheets of steel and stiffeners are used; the inside of the door is filled with non-flammable filler. To reduce the risk of burglary, additional armor plates are used.

The range includes doors with fireproof properties. Such doors are subject to additional checks before they are allowed to be sold.

Guardian metal entrance doors

Advantages:

• minimal gaps between the door and the frame;
• wide range for all price categories;
• production in accordance with all quality standards;
• use of mineral wool slabs for insulation.

Flaws:

• long lead time for door production.

Average price from 23,000 rubles.

This material is subjective in nature, does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before purchasing, consultation with a specialist is required.

The front door is a real outpost of any house or apartment. Even modern security alarms are based primarily on the door block. Today, property owners also want to ensure that the entrance area is visually attractive. You can find many beautiful, inexpensive doors on the market, but you shouldn’t rush into purchasing. Experts recommend paying attention to several important points.

Criteria for choosing an entrance door

You can start with the main material of the front door. As you know, the ideal protection against a thief has not yet been invented. Therefore, from this point of view, metal, wooden, and plastic models will be equally protected.

Modern locks are not able to prevent unauthorized entry into the house. Even new security systems become vulnerable after a while. Therefore, only a whole range of measures can provide reliable protection for a house or apartment.

It makes no sense for an apartment owner to buy an expensive door with improved sound insulation if loud conversations between neighbors can be clearly heard through the walls or ceiling. And the armor on the canvas will clearly be an unnecessary protective element for the apartment.

When purchasing a steel model, you should pay attention to the quality of the coating. This is especially true for owners of houses and cottages. Good protection and aesthetic appearance are provided by polymer (powder) paint, as well as various decorative panels.

The front door also has an internal surface. When a young and stupid dog or cat is bored in the house, the animal’s claws can damage the beautiful canvas. It may be worth asking your sales consultant about the anti-vandal properties of the door.

Not only Russian but also foreign manufacturers are actively defending their positions in the domestic market. Our companies have significantly improved the quality of production, and are practically not inferior to imported analogues in design. At the same time, the price of domestic products is significantly lower.

Our review includes the best entrance doors. When compiling the rating, the following criteria were taken into account:

innovativeness of designs;

sophistication of finishing;

richness of the model range;

expert opinion;

consumer reviews.

Advantages and disadvantages of different types of entrance doors

Rating of the best entrance doors

The best entrance doors in the middle price segment

A reliable front door can be purchased at an affordable price. Many domestic manufacturers are implementing their own developments using modern equipment, which allows them to make a tempting offer to buyers. Experts selected several models in the mid-price range.

Entrance doors under the Steel brand perfectly combine affordability and excellent quality. It is for these properties that users in reviews call the model the best entrance door for an apartment. Experts agree with ordinary users; the product ranks first in the rating. The manufacturer managed to achieve balance in different parameters due to a complex design that ensures high strength. Reinforced doors with armored inserts are made to order. To prevent unauthorized opening, system protection is provided.

The Stal model range is constantly updated. The buyer can choose powder-coated doors with wood, veneer or laminated panels. The catalog contains both classic design models and exclusive design developments.

Advantages

a wide range of;

value for money;

Flaws

• poor service.

A distinctive feature of Neman entrance doors is the richest collection of models. Those buyers who are looking for inexpensive but high-quality products invariably choose these doors. Experts gave the brand second place in the rating for the large number of patents received for manufacturing technologies. Thanks to innovative approaches, it is possible to create reliable and durable structures made of alloy steel. The manufacturer strictly controls the quality of each part and carefully selects accessories from third-party companies. Consumers can choose handles and hinges as they wish. Even standard models are equipped with two locks.

Neman entrance doors have earned many flattering reviews from consumers, both for their safety and stylish appearance.

Advantages

products have patents and certificates;

acceptable price;

stylish appearance.

Flaws

• budget doors are weak.

Outpost

In order to successfully compete in the domestic market, the Russian company Forpost had to launch door production in China. Since 2009, products have become in great demand among Russians, and sales volumes have reached 500,000 doors per year. The manufacturer’s achievements did not go unnoticed by experts, who included Forpost doors among the top three in our rating. In general, ordinary users are also satisfied with the product. They note good build quality, a rich model range, and a developed service network.

The doors are not without some shortcomings. The most unpleasant of them is the appearance of low-quality fakes on the market.

Advantages

affordable price for prestigious models;

wide service network;

rich model range.

Flaws

counterfeit products appeared;

poor sound insulation in budget models;

Only original fittings are suitable.

Bravo

For many years now, the leading position in the Russian market has been occupied by the products of the Bravo factory. The company's product range includes not only entrance and interior doors, but also fittings and arches. Today the manufacturer boasts a model range of 350 units. Here the buyer has plenty to choose from. The catalog contains the most modern types of doors, from veneered models to 3D-Graf finishing. The doors also differ in design; the range includes sliding, folding and special models.

Door leaves under brands such as Bravo, Bravo Lux, Groff and Belarusian Doors are also widely represented on the market. All products are made from environmentally friendly materials and meet stringent international standards.

Advantages

wide range of products;

affordable price;

a wide variety of designs and finishes.

Flaws

thin metal;

poor sound insulation.

Groff

Groff entrance doors are produced by the domestic manufacturer "Bravo". They are a premium line. To make the canvases, thick steel and fire-resistant Knauf mineral wool are used as insulation. Structurally, the doors are reinforced with stiffening ribs and equipped with reliable locks. As a result, the product corresponds to the fourth class of burglary resistance. All these qualities allowed Groff products to take their rightful place in our rating.

Entrance doors in this series are not only strong and durable. They have exceptionally high aesthetic properties. For finishing, the manufacturer used a wide range of decorative panels.

Advantages

massiveness and good quality;

good heat and sound insulation;

anti-removal pins.

Flaws

become warped after six months of use;

high price.

The best luxury entrance doors

To secure a fancy country cottage, a luxury front door is required. Buyers place strict demands on it not only in terms of reliability and burglary resistance, but also in appearance. There is fierce competition between domestic and foreign brands in this segment. Here are the best ones.

Torex

Torex entrance doors are manufactured in accordance with the most advanced practices. The company's team has accumulated many years of experience, having launched production back in 1989. Today the company boasts a wide distribution network throughout the CIS. Production facilities are currently fully loaded, and the annual production of doors has reached 10 thousand units. The manufacturer does not stop there; new developments appear on the market with enviable consistency. Experts gave Torex entrance doors laurels as the winner of the rating.

It is possible to ensure maximum strength and reliability of the products through the use of two steel sheets. The role of the base is played by a one-piece bent profile 2 mm thick. Designers from Italy often take part in the design of doors.

Advantages

strength, reliability, heat resistance;

wide range of models;

stylish design.

Flaws

• high price.

Elbor entrance doors have earned many flattering words from consumers. The plant boasts a glorious history; the company was founded back in 1976. Working for the defense industry, the team was accustomed to strict discipline and special requirements for product quality. Therefore, with the collapse of the Soviet Union, people's knowledge and skills quickly found application. According to experts, Elbor entrance doors are the standard of reliability. Its immunity to hacking allowed the brand to take second place in our ranking.

The company's products look great in other aspects as well. The doors are assembled of very high quality and have an attractive design. Only in the assortment there are no models available for widespread use.

Advantages

maximum protection against burglary;

good noise and heat insulation;

stylish appearance.

Flaws

high price;

no models available.

The Italian door manufacturer Dierre does not need any special introduction. The products of this company are known in different countries of the world, as evidenced by annual sales of 200 thousand products. Production facilities have been created in Russia to supply the domestic market with products bearing the Dierre trademark. The company independently develops new designs, introducing the latest advances in the field of locking. Thus, “smart” entrance doors are equipped with a remote control system; the role of the key is played by a chip with 128-bit encryption.

The distinguishing feature of the Italians is their solid design. Unique fittings are also made to match the chosen style. Experts also note the high technology of production, which allows the product to remain in the top three in the rating.

Advantages

innovative approach;

unique design;

a large assortment.

Flaws

no choice of fittings;

high price.

Fortus door blocks compare favorably with their competitors in their design. They resemble the famous Lego toy, allowing the buyer to assemble the appropriate model themselves. You can choose from the type of door (single or double leaf, combined), fittings, and locking mechanism. The consumer determines the number of locks, the degree of secrecy, the color of the canvas, the shape of the handles, and the method of finishing. Thanks to Fortus' extensive catalogue, the total number of variants reaches four figures.

The manufacturer meets its customers halfway by producing entrance doors of non-standard sizes in accordance with the proposed project. When creating door blocks, only high-quality materials are used, as well as reliable locks from Cisa, Esety, Mul-T-Lock and Mottura.

Advantages

high-quality assembly;

Any idea can be realized;

smooth ride.

Flaws

bad service;

rattling and poor sound insulation.

The original quality of finishing of Legrand entrance doors was to the taste of domestic consumers. It was this fact that contributed to this brand’s inclusion in our rating. The manufacturer used MDF panels as finishing materials, which are processed on modern CNC machines. To increase service life, a polymer coating is used that protects the canvas from atmospheric influences. A wide range of colors adds variety to the model range.

Some collections are finished with natural wood, which gives the doors aristocracy and exclusivity. Buyers are given a wide choice, from basic equipment to modified equipment. For easy movement, the door hinges are equipped with bearings.

Advantages

original finish;

diverse model range;

hinges on bearings.

Flaws

unreliable corrosion protection;

poor sound insulation.

Bastion

One of the flagships in the field of entrance door production is the Bastion brand. Since the founding of the company (1997), the team has focused on the production of door blocks available to domestic consumers. The product is made according to a standard scheme; first, a frame is formed from a square-section metal profile. Then steel sheets are welded to it. The void is filled with basalt wool, which, in addition to good insulating properties, has fire resistance.

When choosing a model, the buyer is given the opportunity to independently determine the type of anti-burglary system and anti-removal hinges. The finish can also be changed according to client requests. Glass or wooden elements, as well as forged inserts, can decorate the door.

Advantages

possibility of individual selection;

fire resistance;

good sound insulation.

Flaws

finishing material is scratched;

high price.

The Russian manufacturer Guardian has been operating on the domestic market since 1994. Many users call the products of this brand the most beautiful. Experts took into account consumer opinion by including Guardian doors in our rating. The aesthetics of door blocks often plays a decisive role in the buyer’s choice. The reliability of the product is also unproblematic. The high quality of doors and fire safety are confirmed by numerous domestic and international certificates.

The company's product range includes a variety of doors. The catalog contains models for both rich people and budget-conscious homeowners. Users are critical of the efficiency of the service. Even minor problems take a very long time to resolve, which causes a lot of inconvenience.

Advantages

high build quality;

wide range in different price segments;

beautiful finish.

Flaws

not the most efficient service;

unreliable fittings.