Characteristic

Leather

PVC

Material

Natural animal hide

Synthetic polymer (polyvinyl chloride)

Durability

Very durable

Less durable

Breathability

Breathable

Less breathable

Comfort

More comfortable

Less comfortable

Water resistance

Good water resistance

Less water resistance

Stain resistance

Good stain resistance

Less stain resistance

Maintenance

Requires little maintenance

Requires regular cleaning and conditioning

Environmental impact

Less environmentally friendly

Not environmental friendly