What are the top-rated rowing machines for beginners?
This page compares 6 rowing machines with verified specifications and prices. Top options include Ergatta Ergatta Rower, Hydrow Pro Rower, Horizon Oxford 6 Rowing Machine. Prices range from £728 to £1,471. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
| Product ⇅ | Price ⇅ | Resistance Type ⇅ | Flywheel Weight (kg) ⇅ | Max User Weight (kg) ⇅ | Seat Rail Length (m) ⇅ | Foldable ⇅ | Storage Dimensions (cm) ⇅ |
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Ergatta Ergatta Rower
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£1470.90 ≈ | Water | — | 227 | 0.94 | ✓ | — |
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The Ergatta Rower uses water-based resistance that automatically adjusts to your effort, creating a smooth, low-impact rowing feel. It includes a built-in touchscreen and a game-based workout experience with personalized training and competition features. It's designed to store away easily by folding and standing upright for home use. ★ Ideal forIt's a water-resistance rower that supports up to 500 lbs with extended rails up to a 40' inseam (about 6'8'), making it beginner-friendly for a wide range of body sizes while still providing adjustable resistance based on how hard you pull.
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Hydrow Pro Rower
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£1114.76 ≈ | Electromagnetic | — | 170 | — | — | 84 x 64 x 219 |
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The Hydrow Pro Rower uses quiet electromagnetic resistance and features a 22in pivoting touchscreen for live and on-demand instructor-led workouts. Its sturdy 145lb build, 375lb user capacity, low-impact motion, and upright-storage option suit home users who want an immersive full-body workout. ★ Ideal forIt suits beginners because the electromagnetic resistance is smooth and quiet, while the 22in touchscreen provides guided introductory classes and form instruction to help new rowers build confidence.
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Horizon Oxford 6 Rowing Machine
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£808.66 ≈ | Electronic ECB magnetic resistance | — | 158.76 | — | ✗ | — |
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The Horizon Oxford 6 uses quiet electronic magnetic resistance with 20 resistance levels, a comfortable seat, adjustable foot straps, and a backlit LCD console with 12 workout programs. It suits home users who want a stable, low-impact full-body workout and can store the machine upright when it is not in use. ★ Ideal forIt suits beginners because its quiet magnetic resistance offers 20 electronically adjustable levels, while the comfortable seat, easy-access design, and 12 built-in programs support gradual progression.
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Concept2 RowErg Indoor Rower Model D
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£728.46 ≈ | Air | — | 227 | 1.37 | ✓ | 137.2 x 63.5 x 83.8 |
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The Concept2 RowErg, formerly known as the Model D, uses air resistance with a spiral damper and includes a PM5 performance monitor. It separates into two pieces for storage, supports users up to 227 kg, and suits beginners, home users, serious athletes, and commercial gyms. ★ Ideal forIt suits beginners because the air resistance responds naturally to effort, the 1.37 m monorail provides a smooth stroke, and the PM5 monitor gives clear feedback for tracking progress.
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NordicTrack RW600 Rower
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£735.08 ≈ | Silent Magnetic Resistance | — | 115 | 1.19 | ✓ | 102.36 x 64.01 x 209.55 |
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The NordicTrack RW600 is a quiet magnetic rower with 26 resistance levels, a 7in touchscreen, automatic resistance adjustment through iFIT, and a foldable SpaceSaver design. It suits beginners and home users who want guided workouts, comfortable rowing, and compact vertical storage. ★ Ideal forIt suits beginners because its 26 quiet magnetic resistance levels, ergonomic seat, 7in touchscreen, and iFIT-guided workouts provide adjustable, easy-to-follow training while the foldable design helps save space. |
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Aviron Strong Go Rower
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£1102.99 ≈ | Dual air and magnetic | — | 229.97 | — | ✗ | 88.9 x 68.58 x 210.82 |
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The Aviron Strong Go Rower uses dual air and magnetic resistance with up to 100 lb of resistance and supports iPad-based access to more than 1,000 workouts. Its elevated seat, low-profile frame, integrated tablet holder, and upright storage make it suitable for home users who want an accessible and engaging full-body workout. ★ Ideal forIt suits beginners because the 20 in seat height improves accessibility, the iPad-compatible platform provides more than 1,000 guided workouts, and the dual air-and-magnetic resistance can be adjusted across 16 levels.
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