Hydrow Pro Rowing Machine with Immersive 22" HD Rotating Screen - Stows Upright | Live and On-Demand at-Home Workouts, Membership Required

It’s been two weeks since my Hydrow Pro arrived. I was jealous / inspired by my wife’s Peloton routine, was looking for something to help me build a fitness habit the way she has. I tried Peloton, but cycling isn’t for me. I could also tell that the instructor’s and content just aren’t my vibe. I’ve never been a gym guy – Peloton content seems to be barking at you like a group-class instructor at the YMCA, it looks and feels like you are in a gym. That disappointment combined with the fact that cycling only works my legs, led me to rowing, which led me to find Hydrow. After reading dozens of reviews and checking out some competitors Hydrow’s beautiful design convinced me it was a top-of-the line piece of equipment that would be a pleasure to work out on.This is clearly the BMW of fitness equipment. It looks good, feels good. Rides smooth and silent. I like that I can stand it up, keeping enough space in the garage for the car. Assembly was pretty easy, and I was so glad I was able to set it up quickly so that I could just jump on and try it out.The on-the-water classes are exactly what I need to get off my butt and into my workout routine. I’m from Puerto Rico, I’m not necessarily a rower but the water has always had a special place for me – following someone down a river in Prague, or racing on a bay in Rio de Janeiro is just what I needed and the exact opposite of that back-to-the-gym feeling Peloton gave me. Beyond the beautiful rows, I was pleasantly surprised that Hydrow’s membership included tons of off-rower content. I’ve enjoyed mobility and core classes on the matt I’ve set up next to the rower – very cool bonus. I'm happy to pay the membership, if Hydrow continues to provide this much value and variety.Rowing on Hydrow has fit into my daily routine – I find it easy to jump on at around 5pm when I am brain dead from a day logged on at work. There’s always a row for me to do, even when I only have 10 minutes available. When I have more time, I find myself going the extra mile, adding a short row, pushing myself to do a little more. This has never happened to me – I always feel myself wanting to quite a lap before my jog on the track, or short of whatever routine I am trying to do. Hydrow’s instructors are friendly and encouraging, the footage beautiful making time on the rower fly by. There’s something therapeutic about just following their strokes, I had never rowed before and love the way following the coaches pace lulls me into doing more exercise than I set out to do.I’ve only been rowing for two weeks, but I can already feel stronger, back pain associated with the desk job is gone and after rowing all week I felt like I had a little more stamina in the Friday evening soccer league I play at. Best of all, it’s working my upper body and core, two areas I’ve struggled to invest in for years. I’m pumped to be a part of the “crew” and get a little jolt when Hydrow rewards me from badges. I am confident I can finally stick to an exercise routine vs. quitting the minute life gets a little busy. It’s too early to report on weight loss, but I feel better every day I get on the Hydrow which motivates me to avoid some of the calorie traps I fall in. So glad I invested in it. Highly recommended.

I researched all the rowers in the market. I even tried at first some of the $300 rowers on Amazon - bad stroke mechanics, swivel foot (bad! bad!). It was down to the Hydrow Pro, Concept 2, Ergatta, Nordic Track and Peloton Row. If you are a purist and a Olympic rower - go with the Concept 2! I'm definitely not. I'm a beginner and need classes and guidance. So it's down to all the others mentioned. But if you want to see classes on the water (that's the whole point of rowing, right?) then it's down to the Hydrow and Nordic Track (Peloton is indoor classes and Ergatta is gaming - cool but not the right ethos for me). By the way I tried the Peloton Row at their store and it's a bit quieter but the action is definitely not as smooth as the Hydrow Pro. As for Nordic Track I didn't try and I hear it's great. But, being vain, it came down to looks and fit in my home at this point. The Hydrow Pro is beautiful, a work of impeccable design. Let me repeat that - it's amazing to look at and feel like a super premium experience when getting on it.I've had this Hydrow Pro for a month now and like it even more. I alternate between the Peloton Bike and the Hydrow Pro rower and don't need to go to a gym anymore - I'm all set (with some free weights I also have). Yes, each costs $44/month but well worth it for fitness. I could have saved money by using the same subscription for the Peloton Row, but that machine is much more expensive - and I like what each does best.Some people may say that the screen quality of the Hydrow Pro is less contrasty than the Nordic Track or Peloton Row - definitely true. The Hydrow Pro is older and has an older screen. But for my workouts and still feeling like I'm on the water, that matters a tiny pinch.

Full body low impact cardio that we can share. The connected aspect is fantastic. Had this for 3yrs now and still use it regularly for both rowing and on the mat exercises such as stretch, mobility, yoga. Big part of fitness journey.

I'm a female 76 year old and could put this together myself. I haven't used the video on it because I got the impression I had to pay for the videos. That said, I use it almost daily in short bursts so the videos probably wouldn't help me anyway. It's nice that I can get on it and row for 5, 10 or 15-minute segments, get off, and come back later and do it again. The seat is high enough that I can get on and off without a problem. I have COPD so walking or other types of exercises are very difficult for me.The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because I don't want to pay for the rowing videos.

The only way to use this is to put your credit card info in the the machine. Even if you go online to purchase the membership, it will still require you to input your credit card info. I almost sent the machine back.

Weight lifter that uses this for cardio and minor posture corrections. Great workout......every time.

I have found that Hydrow a bit pricey, but well worth the money. It is sturdy enough for my 250 pound, 6' 3" body to fully extend. The engineering seems top notch. The hardware, software, and the subscription support keeps me focused liike no other exercise activity. The coaching is superb. I have a back problem, but the system is helping to strengthen it along with my respiratory system. The only minor complaint I might have is that the seat can allow slipping off the back, if you are not aware. Other than that, I find this system to be great! Delivery took over a month, but it was executed well.