Best Rowing Machines With Screen & Games in 2021

Gone are the days when staying fit and healthy wasn’t given much importance to. Today, the number of people that hit the gym, incorporate physical exercises in their schedule, eat healthy, include outdoor activities like sports, cycling, jogging, etc. is setting new records with every passing day. The extent to which people are inclined towards their well-being has seen a drastic improvement over the years. Talking about fitness, rowing machines have gained immense popularity in no time. The reason being – how well your body gets toned. Nowadays, with no time to hit the gym because of our fast paced lives has taken a toll on our fitness. How about being trained without a physical trainer? Rowing machines with screens and gaming features allow you to do so. Also, they are so much into demand now that they have garnered attention from possibly everyone around. However, choosing one from thousands of options is a tough decision to make, no doubt. Don’t worry. We have a list of top 5 rowing machines with screens and gaming feature that’d meet your requirements and deliver the desired results.

NORDICTRACK RW ROWER (RW 900)

• The NordicTrack RW Rower includes a 1-year iFit family membership that allows you to access live, studio, and global workouts. After the included 1-year membership comes to an end, iFit auto-renews for a fee unless cancelled in advance.

• This rower has an immersive 22″ HD rotating touchscreen that enables you to browse a vast library of Studio Classes and Global Workouts, each of which are led by a knowledgeable ‘iFit Trainer’ who automatically adjusts your resistance to optimize your exercise. You can also rotate the screen as per your requirements of getting the best possible view of the screen. There’s an adjustable Console Angle for a variety of training both on and off your equipment.

• This rowing machine supports 26 Digital Resistance Levels. Your ‘iFit Trainer’ will auto-adjust your smart rower’s resistance that’d lead to an optimized workout thereby meeting your goals. With this rowing machine, you are bound to experience a smooth and quiet workout (thanks to the silent magnetic resistance (SMR)) that is controlled by your iFit Trainer. You can, however, choose to increase the intensity and build strength by manually adjusting the additional air resistance.

• The NordicTrack RW Rower also boasts of a “SpaceSaver design” because of its innovative design that not only provides a powerful workout but also a compact home storage solution because of its ability to be folded to half. It is also equipped with front-mounted transport wheels that make it easier than ever to transport and store.

• This machine takes the user comfort to another level as it has oversized, pivoting pedals with a quick release adjustable foot straps that provide confidence and comfort throughout your fast-paced, trainer-led rowing workouts.

• The NordicTrack RW Rower allows you to hop off the rower and follow your trainers thus participating in high-powered, cross-training workouts that’d make you feel absolutely energetic, fresh and positive. You can stream these classes whenever you want without having the need to visit the gym and / or deal with time constraint issues.

NORDICTRACK RW ROWER (RW 500)

 

The NordicTrack RW 500 is a blend of the simplicity of the entry-level RW200 rower from the display point of view and takes up interactivity of the top-tier RW900. This rowing machine is simply perfect for a home gym. 

• The NordicTrack RW 500 comes with an integrated tablet holder that is placed just above the console with the help of which you can now connect with your iFit trainers on your own tablet or smartphone. The holder also aims at securing your device. Changing the angle of the console to be able to view your workout stats more easily is no longer a tough task to do.

• With dimensions of 47.1″ H x 22″ W x 86.5″ L, the rower can withstand up to 250 lbs of user weight.

• You get a 5” backlit display that helps you monitor speed, time, calories burned, distance, heart rate resistance, etc.

• When you purchase this rower, you also get to enjoy a 1-year iFit membership that gives you an access to personalized trainer-led global and studio workout experiences. And all of this in the comfort of your home. Such an amazing feature, isn’t it?

• The NordicTrack RW 500 is engineered for incredibly smooth performance as inertia-enhanced flywheel delivers more natural and fluid motion.

• The NordicTrack RW 500 is also powered by SMR which is ‘Silent Magnetic Resistance’, thus allowing the rower to offer a quiet and a smooth exercising experience. You get 26 different adjustable resistance levels with this rower.

• The rower is equipped with an innovative “SpaceSaver” design which as the name suggests, allows the rower to be folded vertically for a compact storage when not in use. Hence, you can now make the most of your space. Also, with the front mounted front wheels, you can move this rower wherever you want.

• It also has a soft ergonomic handle and pivoting pedals with cushion and adjustable foot straps. All of these assure a comfortable ride.

• What better than getting to listen to your favourite music through dual 2-inch speakers while you row?

CONCEPT2 MODEL D INDOOR ROWING MACHINE WITH PM5

Concept2 is known for designing and manufacturing high quality products and one of them is the Model D indoor rowing machine with PM5 performance monitor that is one of the best-selling rowing machines in the world for over 40 years now. 

• This rowing machine can be folded easily and the dimensions after doing so are: 63.5 cm x 83.8 cm x 137.2 cm. This machine can be separated into two pieces for the purpose of storage. 
• It is designed to withstand user weight up to 500 lbs. 
• PM5: With this rower, it is now possible to track your progress with real-time reliable data. The Performance Monitor 5 (included) self-calibrates for comparable results and connect wirelessly to heart rate belts and apps. 
• This rowing machine has adjustable footrests and ergonomic handle and comes with a comfortable seat that can be adjusted to 14 inches. 
• This rowing machine supports yet another magnificent feature with which you can control the air flow by changing the damper (damper levels: 1-10). Also, the air-resistance flywheel that is designed for smooth movement responds to every stroke. 
• The concept2 model d indoor rowing machine with pm5 performance monitor has an aluminium I-beam monorail and stainless steel track for a consistent back-and-forth slide. 
• This rower gives you an advantage of saving your workouts to a USB flash drive. The display is easy on your eyes as it is a backlit LCD. It comes with wireless Bluetooth and ANT+ compatibility for heart rate monitoring or apps, games are also included, connects you with a wide range of popular fitness applications, free Erg data app that records and stores your workouts on your smartphones, online rankings with the help of which you can compare yourself with others and a lot more – the features that’ll leave you stunned.

FITNESS REALITY 4000MR MAGNETIC ROWER ROWING MACHINE

• With this rowing machine, you get10 pre-set workout programs and 5 customizable programs. 

• The “Chain Driven dual transmission” mechanism will provide you with the strength needed for intense workout. 

• 300 lbs. is the user weight capacity that this machine supports

• When you have dual independent rowing handles that give full arm, shoulder and chest exercises, what more can you ask for? Rubber coaled hand grip on the rowing handles also ensure comfortable usage.

• 4000MR supports 16 dual transmission magnetic tension resistance levels. 

• Backlit 5” LCD displays distance, time, count, calories burned, RPM, watts, etc. The console can be adjusted as per requirement for better viewing. 
• Large contoured cushion seat targets extra comfort for the user. Ball-bearing seat rollers are equipped that ensure smooth rowing strokes. 4 Adjustable floor stabilizers prevent rocking to ensure a smooth rowing experience. Large anti-slip foot pedals with straps also makes the user experience better. 
• This machine can be easily folded for storage while not in use. 
• Warranty period (in years): Frame -5, parts- 3, and electronics/wearable parts – 2.

TEETER POWER10 ROWER

• The patented elliptical path lets you switch from a pull motion to a push motion in the middle of your workout to target specific muscles while others are recovering thereby targeting your legs, back, chest, arms and core in one workout! With this, your rowing is now better than ever.

• The Power10 Rower ensures increased calorie burn and building more muscle definition.

• Multi-grip handles of this rower allow you to target specific muscles in the upper body for optimal toning. You can also choose to adjust the magnetic resistance (i.e increase for full muscle burn or lower the resistance to build endurance).

• Can be folded in an upright position when not in use and the transport wheels make it easy to move from one place to another.

• Has 7 levels of magnetic resistance

• The free BILT app makes the assembly process even easier with 3D interactive instructions.

• One of the best features to be talked about is the “free personal training app” that gives you an access to on-demand trainer-led workouts. No subscription, No fees! Isn’t this just amazing? A number of sessions right from beginner level to that of advanced, all are available.

• You also get a performance tracker + heart rate monitor to track time, calories, distance, and strokes per minute and your heart rate while working out.

CONCLUSION

All the above stated rowers perform well and provide you with a good workout in the comfort of your home. If you are in search of a machine that is extremely powerful, sturdy, and can withstand comparatively a heavy user weight then you could go in for concept2 model d indoor rowing machine with pm5 performance monitor. The remaining rowing machines exhibit more or less the same features be it in terms of compact storage, display, user comfort, etc. They vary slightly in terms of resistance levels, product weight and dimensions, internet connectivity, pre-programmed workouts, membership, price, etc. Accordingly, choose what suits you the best.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• How to use the sound system?
  Plug an audio cable into the jack on the right side of the console and into a jack on your personal audio player. Now play on your personal audio player. 

• How to clean the rowing machine?
  To clean, make use of a cloth and a mild detergent.

• Will rowing tone the lower body?
  In general, rowing is a full body workout thus toning your entire body.

• Does rowing cause problems for the back?
  Rowing when done with proper care and instructions followed does not cause any problem. But make sure you use the right technique and avoid getting injured.

• Why does the seat wobble?
  After prolonged use, the fit or position of the seat on the monorail may become loose due to wear and tear on the rollers. 

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