CWS vs PGT Windows
CWS vs PGT Windows - let's compare and contract these window brands and see which is the winner in our head-to-head match ups. My company summations are as follows. CWS is a Florida based window and patio door manufacturer. Custom Window Systems specializes in impact windows and doors, along with other non impact window series. Additionally, they have been in the space since 1986 and serve all of the state of Florida through their network of local retail companies.
PGT is also a Florida based window and door manufacturer. Progressive Glass Technology specializes in impact windows and doors, along with other non impact window series. Additionally, they sell their windows and doors throughout much of the south, and in the south half of the Atlantic seaboard states.
CWS Brand Score: 7.5 (out of 10)
PGT Brand Score: 8.0 (out of 10)
Review By John M. - Last Update: June 11, 2025
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CWS Window vs PGT Windows Series
CWS sells four main window series. These include the Comfort Shield, Fortify, Hurricane Strong, and StormStrong series. Overall, a very strong lineup, although I might not put it as quite as strong as PGT Windows.
» Comfort Shield (Solid Vinyl Series)
» Fortify (Solid Vinyl Series)
» Hurricane Guard (Good Fiberglass Series)
» StromStrong (Good Fiberglass Series)
PGT Window Series
PGT Windows sells three main residential window series. These include the WinGuard, EnergyVue, and ClassicVue Max. Overall, a vey strong lineup - the winner in the head-to-head line up with CWS.
» WinGuard (Very Good Impact Window)
» ClassicVue Max (Solid Vinyl Window)
» EnergyVue (Very Good Vinyl Window)
CWS Windows Prices
CWS Windows Cost run 6 to 8 out of 10 when compared with all impact window manufacturers. Overall, I would say that CWS offers slightly more value than PGT. Of course, window price bids are from dealers, who are under no obligation to bid out fairly. This is why we always urge consumers to collect multiple bids.
» ClassicVue (8 out of 10 - vinyl)
» (7 out of 10 - vinyl)
» (7 out of 10 - vinyl)
» (7 out of 10 - vinyl)
» [doors series] (8 out of 10 - vinyl)
PGT Windows Prices
PGT Windows Cost run 7 to 9 out of 10 when compared with all impact window manufacturers. Overall, I would say that PGT offers slightly less value than CWS.
» (8 out of 10 - vinyl)
» (6.5 out of 10 - vinyl)
» (8 out of 10 - fiberglass)
» [door series] (7 out of 10 - vinyl)
