The Phantom Legacy vs Apollo Retractable Screen Doors

You’ve likely found this page because you are doing research on Phantom Retractable Screen Doors and their alternatives, or how Apollo stacks up. In this article we will do a deeper dive to see some of the similarities and differences between these retractable screen doors.

Phantom Retractable Screen Door History

Phantom is like the Rose Bowl, it’s the Grand-Daddy of retractable screen doors. According to the phantom screens website, Phantom screens introduced the retractable screen to North America in 1992! Their product line has grown, but we are focusing specifically on what they call the Legacy Retractable Screen System. Phantom has the oldest network of dealers and distributors in North America.

Apollo Retractable Screen Door History

While not nearly as old as Phantom Screens, Apollo was born with DECADES of experience. Established in 2023, Apollo is the modern upstart of the retractable screen door industry. One of our core principles is innovation.  With nearly 20 years of retractable screen door fabrication, I went about improving the mouse trap. After launch, our first wave of distributors brought with them another combined 50+ years of experience, and offered tons of insights, requests, and even more innovation!

Phantom and Apollo Similarities

The Apollo retractable screen door and the Phantom’s legacy both represent the workhorse, entry level screen door for each company. They both have excellent track systems and are made of a durable aluminum extrusion. In fact, both screens need very little maintenance, and can actually reset themselves with minor damage, shown in the video above. Both Phantom and Apollo have fantastic french door screen options as well.

Differences between Apollo and Phantom:

• Phantom Screens is a Canadian Company, Apollo Screen & Shade is a US Company
• Apollo Retractable Screen Doors come standard with a Speed Reducer, Phantom prefers not to equip their screen door with one
• Aesthetics are Different – notably Apollo is a more modern look, and a fully sealed cassette
• Warranties are identical
• Phantom is, as of this article, in more North American markets than Apollo (Especially in Canada)
• Both offer pass through handles that are easy to grab, Apollo’s is die cast metal, Phantom’s handle is an injection mold plastic
• Apollo comes with wider screen mesh – 55”  standard, 72” as and upgrade

There’s No Wrong Choice Here

Both systems are of the highest quality in the retractable screen market. Some of the advantages of one or the other might come down to the installation, and even the person measuring the opening, as all these screen doors are custom fit. Both companies represent one of the best retractable screen doors.

Pricing of Phantom and Apollo

This is very hard to give an accurate answer. Price varies from region to region. Degree of difficulty of installation plays a role, as well as accessibility. For example, expect to pay more in a high rise where tools are difficult to get up and down, as well as parking. Retractable screen door installation usually costs between $650 and $900. This range should cover most situations.

Author: Sam Steinberg