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AEKE K1 Max Smart Gym vs. Speediance Gym Monster 2 GM2 compared
Smart Gym
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
7171Solide
7373Solide
Value for money
53Okay
60Fair
Best price
€3,498.00
€3,443.00€3,569.00−4 %
Price advantage
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€55.00 cheaper
Offers
2 shops
3 shops
Rank in category
Rank 5 of 5
Rank 3 of 5
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
AEKE K1 Max Smart GymOverall rating 71Speediance Gym Monster 2 GM2Overall rating 73
AEKE K1 Max Smart GymSpeediance Gym Monster 2 GM2
Resistance quality76/10082/100
Exercise variety & accessories62/10077/100
Software & coaching72/10062/100
Installation & footprint82/10086/100
Build quality & safety68/10063/100
Resistance quality
76
82
Exercise variety & accessories
62
77
Software & coaching
72
62
Installation & footprint
82
86
Build quality & safety
68
63
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
K1 Max Smart Gym
Gym Monster 2 GM2
Resistance systemBasic principle of the unit: digital motor with cable pulley, classic weight stack, or camera coaching with your own free weights
Digital motorized cable
Digital motorized cable
Maximum resistanceMaximum total resistance according to the manufacturer in kg – with two cables, the sum of both sides (if the manufacturer states the value per side, double it); if one version offers more resistance, e.g. an S version, enter it per version
100 kg (220 lb)
100 kg (220 lb)
Mounting typeHow the unit is installed: bolted to the wall, freestanding or on a floor plate – important for rented apartments
Floor plate
Freestanding
SubscriptionWhether training and screen are fully usable without a subscription – the most common buyer question
No subscription
Optional subscription
Screen sizeScreen diagonal in inches; blank for units without their own screen (app only)
43 inches
21.5 inches
Subscription & software
Subscription costRegular monthly price of the subscription; empty if there is no subscription
22.99 €/month
Guided coachingTrainer-led workouts or plans in the app or on the screen
Yes
Yes
Class languagesLanguages in which classes and trainer instructions are offered according to the manufacturer – many are only available in English
German
Compatible appsApps and platforms the unit exchanges data with according to the manufacturer; the manufacturer app counts too
Manufacturer app
Manufacturer app
Additional featuresAdditional features according to the manufacturer
Camera-based form correctionMultiple user profilesHeart rate measurementBluetoothFoldableSpotter mode / safety stop
BluetoothFoldableRowing modeSki modeSpotter mode / safety stopAutomatic weight/eccentric adjustment
Training & accessories
CablesHow many cables pull independently of each other according to the manufacturer – two allow single-sided exercises and separate loads per side; leave empty for models without a cable
Two independent cables
Two independent cables
Min. resistanceSmallest adjustable resistance according to the manufacturer in kg – important for beginners and rehab
0 kg (0 lb)
3.6 kg (7.9 lb)
Resistance incrementThe increments in which the resistance can be adjusted according to the manufacturer, in kg – usually 5 kg with a weight stack, often 0.5 kg with a motor
0.45 kg (0.99 lb)
0.5 kg (1.1 lb)
Training modesResistance modes according to the manufacturer – e.g. eccentric (lowering phase heavier) or chain (resistance increases through the movement)
constanteccentricBand
constantChaineccentricisokinetic
Included accessoriesAccessories included at no extra cost according to the manufacturer – they often cost extra; for bundles (basic, with bench, with rowing bench …) enter them per version
HandlesBarbellFoot straps
HandlesBarbellRopeFoot straps
Dimensions & mounting
Dimensions (L × W × H)Assembled, in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “55 × 13 × 150 cm”
147.5 × 69.3 × 174 cm (58 × 27 × 69 in)
122 × 69 × 185 cm (48 × 27 × 73 in)
Training area (W × D)Free space in front of the unit according to the manufacturer in cm, width × depth – e.g. “200 × 200 cm”
69 × 122 cm (27 × 48 in)
Unit weightWeight of the unit without accessories and packaging according to the manufacturer
77 kg (170 lb)
78 kg (170 lb)
Transport wheelsWheels for easy moving according to the manufacturer
Yes
Yes
General
Warranty
2 years
2 years
Price segment
Premium
Model year
2024
In the box
K1, Smart Grips, Langhantel mit Unloader, Pulsarmband, 8-Elektroden-Waage, Fußschlaufe, Kameraabdeckung, Ersatzseile
Gerät, verstellbare Langhantel, Griffe, Knöchelriemen, Trizepsseil, Hantelhaken, Bluetooth-Ring (Basic)
Prices
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Verdict
Pros & cons
Das AEKE K1 Max Smart Gym ist ein klappbarer Motor-Seilzug mit 43-Zoll-Spiegel, der dich gut durch angeleitetes Krafttraining führt – alle Kurse ohne Abo. Für Einsteiger und Familien auf wenig Fläche passt es. Der Haken: Zugwinkel von oben fehlen ganz, Kurse gibt es nur auf Englisch und Support nur aus den USA. Wer über 100 kg hebt, stößt an die Grenze.
Pros
- Alle Kurse und freies Training ohne Abo nutzbar
- Feine Abstufung in 0,5-kg-Schritten, gut für Schulterübungen
- Trainingsplan passt sich nach jeder Einheit an
- Eingeklappt nur 45,5 cm tief, keine Wandmontage nötig
- Entlastungsknopf an Griffen und Stange nimmt die Last sofort weg
- Exzentrischer Modus und vier weitere Widerstandsmodi
Cons
- Seile nur von unten, Latzug und Trizepsdrücken am hohen Seil fehlen
- Kurse und Sprachansagen nur auf Englisch, keine deutsche Oberfläche
- Kein deutschsprachiger Support, nur E-Mail auf Englisch und US-Nummer
- Kamera erkennt runden Rücken und falsche Kniebeugen nicht
- Entlastungsknopf an den Griffen wird beim Zupacken leicht ausgelöst
Das Speediance Gym Monster 2 GM2 ist ein klappbares Smart Gym mit Motor-Seilzug, das zu Hause einen Kabelturm ersetzt. Es zieht leise und ruckfrei bis 100 kg, beginnt bei 3,6 kg und bleibt ohne Abo voll nutzbar. Der Haken: Konto und WLAN sind Pflicht, die Software holpert, und für schwere Kniebeugen fehlt dir die Last.
Pros
- Freies Training, über 400 Workouts und Kurse ohne Abo nutzbar
- Ruckfreier Anlauf, kein Haken am Umkehrpunkt
- Widerstand von 3,6 bis 100 kg in 0,5-kg-Schritten
- Eingeklappt nur 0,25 m² Stellfläche, freistehend auf Rollen
- Exzentrik-, Ketten- und Assistenzmodus fürs Training allein
- Leises Motorsurren, auch frühmorgens wohnungstauglich
Cons
- Konto und WLAN auch für freies Training Pflicht
- 100 kg reichen nicht für schwere Kniebeugen und Kreuzheben
- Deutsche Menütexte holprig, Touchscreen verwechselt Tippen und Wischen
- Seil riss im Test nach zwei Wochen, weitere Fälle bekannt
- Bank fehlt im Basic-Paket
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