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Reliabilt Window Reviews
Reliabilt Windows are sold mainly through the big box stores - Lowes, Home Depot, etc. The actual windows themselves are manufactured by Atrium Windows and then relabeled or "rebadged" with the Reliabilt name. Reliabilt makes decent low to mid grade vinyl windows that are affordable for the quality and design. The big question with Reliabilt tends to be the actual installer that you get paired up with.
Because the windows are sold through the big box stores, the installer will often be a subcontractor who is paid per window. We recommend getting at least 3 free window bids from local companies in order to properly vet the installer and the products they are pushing. Two Reliabilt window series that we would recommend include the 3201 and the 3900 series.
Are Reliabilt Windows any good? Their premium series like the 3900 series is a good vinyl window -- but it has to be installed correctly. Entry level Reliabilt sold at the big box stores and installed are going to perform just okay. The company offers quite a few different window series and models, all of which have somewhat cryptic numbers like the 3201, 3305 etc.
This can get a little tedious and confusing (it seems to us that calling a window the "Energy XT" is way more exciting than the 3205, but maybe that's just our take.) If you are purchasing through the big national home improvement stors, Reliabilt is on the the best options available. THe company does not make impact windows - check out our hurricane impact windows cost calculator to price out this option.
Tom - HWRC Editor - Updated in 2026
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Reliabilt 3900 Series Reviews
The Reliabilt 3900 Series gets more press than other models due to its inclusion in the >Consumer Report windows list issue where it received an 82 out of 100, which was one of the best vinyl window ratings it gave out. The retail cost of the window is approximately $280 and the average cost of window installation is $100 per opening - that means most consumers would be looking at $350 to $400 for the 3900 series fully installed.
Reliabilt 300 Series Reviews
The Reliabilt 300 series is a vinyl patio door that is sold at Lowes and other large home improvement stores. The door is certainly affordable - it retails for around $330 (not including installation). The quality is just okay, it is nowhere near a top performing patio door, but it will more or less get the job done. Consumer reviews are so so on the 300 series, with homeowners complaining about the quality and ease of the latch or locking mechanism.
Reliabilt 3900 Series Review
The Reliabilt 3201 window is an updated 5600 model and is one of their less expensive vinyl windows. The 3201 series comes in either almond or white and includes the fully welded mainframe and fusion welded sash, along with three grid options. The window isn't a great option in terms of good long term value and could probably be compared to the American Craftsman 50 series.
Best Windows On The Market?
Hi Tommy, We finally got our other quotes: Ideal windows R5 for 23 windows and 8' patio door $23,717 (the sales guy got a little too aggressive for my taste) Soft-Lite Imperial LS - we were quote $881 per window, $3800 for the patio door. Or I can go the Reliabilt route for considerably less at $15,900. Let me know if this is reasonable. Thank you.
Olga - Homeowner - from 2026
[Site Editor's Answer]
Olga, Reliabilt makes a lower mid range window and for your purposes, I would suggest sticking with the better two brands here. Ideal windows make a good upper mid-grade vinyl window and the price quote received looks very fair. However, the Soft-Lite Imperial LS is a fantastic window (one of the best windows on the market) and that is a great per window price you received! I would absolutely go with the Soft-Lite window quote if it were me. Check out our ideal windows reviews page for more.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2026
Reliabilt 3500 Windows Reviews
We have 16 windows that are in desperate need of replacing. I was wondering if you could rank the quotes I have received thus far.
Soft-light Classic Series - $24,900
3500 Series - $11,200
Window World 4000 Series - $10,000
Janice - Homeowner - from 2023
[Site Editor's Reply]
Janice, I would say that the Reliabilt is the best bang for your buck in this scenario. The Soft-Lite Classic is the better window, but not more than double as good! The Reliabilt over the Window World is a no brainer for me. I think this is the right call.
Tom - HWRC Editor - 2023
Reliabilt 3900 Windows Review
I just spend $1,300 on a Reliabuilt entry door that comes with a sidelight from Lowes. The price was affordable which made it a good choice. I wish I had listened to the contractor recommendations who suggested I steer clear of Reliabilt and go with the Milgard Tuscany series instead. The problems started during installation when the hinge side leg was a different length to the strike side, this left a gap in the molding and that needed to be caulked. At the time I thought it looked good enough though for $1,300 I did expect better quality, so I called Reliabilt and advised them of the problem and they claimed it was my problem as we should have noticed it when we collected the door. I wouldn't recommend Reliabilt because they do not stand by their product in any way. (Find more low cost window options.)
Stuart, - Homeowner - 2018
Reliabilt Windows vs Simonton
There are no local lumberyards where I live in California so I intend heading to our local glass business to see the Milgard windows they have on display for my window project. I also intend finding out if they do offer Ply Gem, Reliabilt and Simonton Windows while I am there.
Derrick - Homeowner - 2017
[Site Editor's Reply]
The Simontons Asure line is new but is much better than the Reliabuilts. You won't be disappointed with Milgard window prices or Ply Gem prices which are both a better option. These windows all offer good warranties and if you want prices why not ask at Lowes on the Ply Gem ranges, they are often very competitive. When it comes to vinyl series, you wouldn't find them at the lumberyard anyway, you may find them at a siding company if there are any in your area.
Tom - HWRC Editor - 2017
Reliabilt 5600 Vinyl Window
I am in the process of replacing my vinyl windows and was happy with the consumer reports on the 5600 series which I could get at Lowes. I have been told these are no longer available and the 3201 is the alternative. I would like to know which is the closest match to the 5600 in terms of quality. I'd love more information on what vinyl windows cost.
Stephanie - Homeowner - 2011
[Contractor Reply]
I would take any consumer reports with a pinch of salt. Read through this site to find better quality windows, there are great options available which can offer you superior quality and great warranties whether it's for DIY or installed.
Andy - - Contractor, 2011
Reliabilt Windows from Lowes
My experience with Relia Bilt hasn't been the best - three of the twelve replacements unit that I purchased had torn screens and bent grids. I also got a patio door where the frame isn't square. I would love to hear anyone else's experiences with Lowes as my windows are already installed and the patio door is just being finished off now. I am wondering in Lowes stand behind the products they sell and if anyone will come to see and fix the problem I am having.
Belinda - Homeowner - 2010
Reliabilt Windows Reviews
My double construction grade window in my bedroom needed replacing so I chose the 3200 with low-e glass window package and argon fill. I was so happy when it was installed it really filtered the heat, but now that we are in winter the window isn't doing what it is meant to, in fact the whistling noise it makes keeps us awake at night. The insulation is horrific and you can feel the cold air coming through. It's been three weeks of trying to get an agent from Lowes to come and have a look without any success. My next step is to video tape it and place it on YouTube. I am wondering if I should demand a refund and put that towards a new window as desperate times demand desperate measures.
John - Homeowner - 2010
Reliabilt 7100 Reviews
I spend a lot of time researching window companies and chose the Survivor 7100 series. I ordered them last weekend for my entire house because the Reliabilt 5600 were compared the best vinyl window. When compared to the Pella Thermastar window for example, Pella had a forty four rating and Reliabilt had a seventy three. I think the consumer reports are a great place to find the information you need.
Caroline - Homeowner - 2008
[Contractor Reply]
I wouldn't reply on the consumer reports for window replacements, they can be misleading. Often consumer report only tests the products you can purchase in retail store and with over one thousand great windows available on the market, this doesn't leave you much choice. (Explore the average cost of replacement windows here.)
2008 - Dan - Contractor
Who Makes Reliabilt Windows?
I have never had problems with the Atrium / Reliabuilt products which are manufactured in their NC plant. The quality has always been good, the customer service is excellent and delivery has always been on time. While their glass options are limited, they are more than enough here in the south east. I am not sure if they do qualify for tax credit which you may want to find out about if you are thinking of using these windows, but for a middle line window they are good quality at an affordable price.
Graham - a Window Installer, 2007