• Folding chromed steel rail
• Air Fan / Infinite progressive resistance system
• 6 function computer displays: Calories (Estimate), Distance, Speed, Strokes, Stroke Rate, Time
• Oversize steel footplates with velcro style straps
• Transportation Wheels
• Dimensions: 200cm x 52cm x 77.5cm (LxWxH)
• Weight: 28.5kg
• Maximum user weight: 115kg (18st)
• Price: approx £239.95

Advantages: Strong, well built, good resistance

Disadvantages: Two person assembly

Rating: 8/10

Customer Reviews

“Once built what a fab machine this is. I have found it easy and very enjoyable to use. Definitely recommend.” (customer review at www.amazon.co.uk)

“The rower, I found was easily put together, most of it comes preassembled. Once you get use to the action, if you haven’t rowed before, the harder you work the greater the resistance which is excellent.” (customer review at www.amazon.co.uk)

Our research suggests that the deluxe air rower is worth the money. In fact, it will cost you a fraction of your gym membership and you won’t have to step out of your home. Combining the best of style and substance, the machine is well-worth an investment for fitness.

• Frame Combination 80mm x 40mm and 50mm x 25mm Oblong Tubular Steel Main Frame. 115mm x 50mm Oblong Extruded Aluminium Rowing Rail.
• Frame Folds for Storage.
• Rowing Action – Single/Sculling Single Gym-Style Chain Action.
• Resistance System 50cm Diameter Extruded PU Fan-Wheel with 12 Vanes.
• Sealed 20-Roller Freewheel Bearing.
• Resistance Adjustment None, Speed Proportionate.
• Row Arm Single 25mm Bar with High Density Foam Padded Grips.
• Exercise Monitor 6-Function, 3-Screen, Single Button with Stroke Counter, Strokes per Minute, Speed, Distance, Time and Theoretical Calorie Burn Modes.
• Price: approx £224.94

Advantages: Large foot pedals, comfy seat

Disadvantages: Cannot manually adjust resistance. Can damage carpet so use protectiion.

Rating: 8/10

Customer Reviews

“The V-Fit is a sturdy rowing machine equal to many higher priced machines. The resistance is by air which provides a realistic rowing action” (customer review from www.ciao.com)

“The machine is sturdy and the resistance, which adjusts itself according to your speed is perfect for a good home workout.” (customer review from www.amazon.co.uk)

“I am 6’4″ and do not have any problem with the length of the chain on this machine. I think that the machine is well made and the seat is comfortable..” (customer review from www.amazon.co.uk)

“The machine is sturdy and the resistance, which adjusts itself according to your speed is perfect for a good home workout.” (customer review from www.amazon.co.uk)

Our research suggests that Beny V-fit AR1 Atremis Il is an extraordinary gym style chain action rowing machine. This is one of the most popular cardiovascular fitness equipment from Beny and is also used for abs and thighs. The frame folds for storage. Nothing compares with this fitness machine in terms of performance at such low cost!

• Air resistance action and is full of features! It features a
• 3 screen monitor with 6 functions, Stroke Counter, Strokes per Minute, Speed, Distance, Time and Theoretical Calorie Burn Modes.
• Oblong Tubular Steel Main Frame.
• High-Chromed Steel Rowing Rail.
• Transportation Wheels
• Oversize steel footplates with velcro style straps
• Dimensions 200 x 52 x 77.5
• Folded Size 150 x 50 x 86cm
• Weight = 28.5kg
• Max User Weight = 18 Stone or 115kg

Customer Reviews

“Easy to put together and very good to use, in fact it is comparable to many more expensive models. Very impressed with the weight and build quality.” (Customer review from Simply fitness equipment .co.uk)

“Great rower, sturdy design and good quality. Easy to assemble and use, can row at varied pace to achieve desired results. Even easy for a girl!” (Customer review from Simply fitness equipment .co.uk)

• Single Gym-Style Chain Action with Max-Extension Row Arm
• 50cm Diameter Extruded PU Fan-Wheel
• Speed Proportionate resistance
• 6 function single button computer displays: Calories, Scan, Stroke counter, Stroke rate, Total strokes, Time
• 80mm / 40mm and 50mm / 25mm Oblong Tubular Steel Main Frame
• 115mm / 50mm Oblong Extruded Aluminium Rowing Rail which Folds for Storage
• Transportation Wheels on Front Frame
• Pivoting, oversize footplates
• Weight: 19.5kg
• Maximum User Weight: 115kg (253lbs/18.1st)Dimensions: 212cm x 44cm x 74cm (LxWxH)
• Dimensions (folded): 120cm x 44cm x 75cm (LxWxH)
• 12 months parts warranty
• Price: approx £179.99

Advantages: Well built, withstands prolonged use

Disadvantages: No distance counter

Rating: 8/10

Customer Reviews

“A good product, well made, comfortable to use and very good value.” (amazon.co.uk)

“I’ve had this rower for 3.5 weeks now, managed to do over 20,000 strokes at a consistent high intensity and the machine still continues to perform” (amazon.co.uk)

Our research suggests that the Tornado Air Rower is sturdy, easy to use and good value for money. It has speed balanced resistance which is not all that great but is still adequate for a decent work out.

• Computer displays scan, time, count, total count, calories used and more
• Air braking system
• Pivoting footplates for flexible movement
• Adjustable straps
• Aluminium slide rail combined with polyurethane rollers for ultra smooth movement and greater durability
• Large seat
• Hinged in two places for easy storage
• Max user weight: 120 kg
• Rowing machine weight: 25kg
• Size in use: 195cm x 55cm x 80cm
• Size folded: 91cm  x 55cm x 138 cm

Customer reviews

“Once assembled the machine lasted for approx 1 hours use before breaking down. The bearings in the seat wheels had disintegrated. Had to contact manufacturers again for spare parts. Replaced wheels and the machine lasted for a further hour before the same fault occured again.” (Customer review from UK Sport Imports)

Our research suggests that this rowing machine offers a very sleekly designed piece of fitness equipment at a low price. The rowing machine is generally well built and robust although some customers have had faults with the seat bearings. It’s compact and ergonomic design makes it comfortable to use and quick to put away and store. The computer console offers a lot of feedback and the adjustable foot straps and long rowing bar accommodates rowers of most heights and shoe size.

• 16 Levels of Touch Button Adjustable Resistance
• Comfortable Moulded Seat with smooth roller bearing action
• Pivoting footplates for natural motion
• Easy adjust footrest height and adjustable footstraps
• Easy to operate computer with 8 workout programmes
• Wireless HR receiver
• Folds for storage
• Integral transport wheels for easy movement
• Max user weight 120kg
• Price: approx £399

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• Commerical use Rowing Machine
• Smooth Rowing Action
• Feedback console
• Variable Air Resistance
• Additional Braking Resistance Mechanism
• 15 Resistance Levels
• Telemetric Heart Rate Monitoring – chest belt optional
• Calibrated For Speed and Distance
• Price: approx £899

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• Resistance system speed proportionate air fan.
• Rowing action gym style single bar with chain.
• Console type LCD.
• Feedback 6-function exercise monitor with calories (theoretical calorie burn), distance (km), speed (km), strokes per minute, total strokes and time (minutes/seconds) modes.
• Tension control speed proportionate, infinitely variable.
• Oversize pivoting footplates with velcro style straps.
• Transportation wheels.
• Foldable for space saving storage.
• Maximum user body weight 115kg/18st.
• Size (H)73, (W)52, (L)210cm
• Packed flat for home assembly.
• Price: approx £176.19

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Rating: 6/10

Customer Reviews

“the pulley cord keeps catching underneath the rower,the chain is useless it keeps coming off,it offers almost no resistance” (customer review from www.argos.co.uk)

“Very easy and straight forward to put together. I was recommended this by someone else and I do think it is a very good buy. Does the job well” (customer review from www.argos.co.uk)

“Easy to assemble. Not as smooth as rowers used in Gyms, but great value for money.” (customer review from www.argos.co.uk)

Our research suggests that the Insbruck Rower is alright for home use and gives a good work out. Professional rowers may not enjoy this much and its pulley cord does create problems at times but it is pretty decent for just some calorie-burning.

Customer Reviews

“I’m 6’8″ – and the rower is long enough in the leg, a dimension not given on the site. 2. Could do with taller travelling wheels – sticks in the carpet. 3. The fan cage rattles – more clips & perhaps a foam absorber would help.” (Customer review from Gymworld.co.uk)

• Combined Magnetic and Air Resistance
• 30 – 300 Watt Energy Absorbtion
• 16 resistances levels controled from the Display Unit
• 11 Exercise Programmes including heartrate control
• 4 User Profiles
• Blue Backlit 11 window LCD Computer gives: User, Distance, Load Level, Program Bar Graph, Elapsed Time, 500m Time, Strokes, Watts, Calories and Pulse
• Mains Powered
• Adjustable Display Position
• Adjustable foot plates with straps
• Max. user weight 150 kg (23.5 Stone)
• Size in use: L = 240cm, W = 60cm, H = 90cm
  Size Folded: Folded: L = 130cm, W = 60cm, H = 170cm
• 3 year warranty
• Price: approx £799

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“Superb rowing machine with smooth pulling action. Comfortable hand grips with large padded seat. Simply a superlative design, it is great value for money.” (customer review from www.reviewcenter.com)

“The fitness machine offers outstanding performance. Looks terrific and is a dream machine for work outs.” (customer review from www.reviewcenter.com)

Our research suggests findings reveal that the outstanding FINNLO AQUON XTR is designed to match or out perform Concept 2 rowing machines. Its sturdy build, built-in wheels which folds for stowing and the combined resistance makes it a unique fitness equipment. It is a fantastic model at a fantastic price for what you get..