Whether you’re building out a home gym or want a single device to facilitate exercise, you may consider an indoor rower (also known as a rowing machine or “ergometer”). These machines are more than a way for crew team members to bring their water-based workout indoors—with good form and some practice, rowing is one of the best ways to enjoy a more efficient cardio workout.
We tried out all the top rowing machines on the market, including the Hydrow, Echelon, Ergatta, and Sunny. After several months of testing, we think the best rowing machine for most people is the Hydrow Wave
(available at Hydrow)
, thanks to its high-quality design and incredible fitness programming. But we have lots of recommendations on our list. If you prefer to spend less, take a look at our best value pick, the Concept2 RowErg (available at Amazon). On the other hand, if you have a larger budget and are looking to invest in a rower you can use for off-erg classes, you may want to consider the Peloton Row (available at Peloton).
Credit:
Reviewed / Betsey Goldwasser
Our tester completed multiple sessions…
