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Concept2 RowErg vs. Sportstech sRow compared
Rowing Machine
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
9393Sehr gut
8787Gut
Value for money
86Excellent
68Fair
Best price
€1,189.99
€679.00
Price advantage
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€510.99 cheaper
Offers
3 shops
3 shops
Rank in category
Rank 1 of 62
Rank 4 of 62
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
Concept2 RowErgOverall rating 93Sportstech sRowOverall rating 87
Concept2 RowErgSportstech sRow
Stroke feel & resistance97/10088/100
Ergonomics & stability98/10086/100
Console & app95/10082/100
Noise level70/10095/100
Footprint & handling88/10086/100
Build quality & ease of use98/10085/100
Stroke feel & resistance
97
88
Ergonomics & stability
98
86
Console & app
95
82
Noise level
70
95
Footprint & handling
88
86
Build quality & ease of use
98
85
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
RowErg
sRow
Resistance systemBraking system according to the manufacturer; for combination models, select the hybrid option.
Air resistance
Magnetic brake
Max. loadMaximum user weight according to the manufacturer, not the unit’s own weight.
227 kg (500 lb)
130 kg (285 lb)
Max. user heightRecommended maximum user height according to the manufacturer.
198 cm (6 ft 6 in)
190 cm (6 ft 3 in)
Rail lengthUsable length of the rail according to the manufacturer, not the overall length of the rowing machine.
137 cm (54 in)
FoldableAccording to the manufacturer, the rowing machine can be folded or stored upright; transport wheels alone don’t count.
Yes
Yes
App connectivityAccording to the manufacturer, the rowing machine pairs with at least one training app (manufacturer app or third-party app such as Kinomap).
Yes
Yes
Resistance & drive
Resistance adjustmentType of resistance adjustment according to the manufacturer; air or water rowing machines without a damper or magnet count as speed-dependent.
Stepless
Electronic, stepped
Pull mechanismType of power transmission according to the manufacturer; list center pull with chain or strap separately.
Chain (center pull)
Strap
Flywheel weightWeight of the flywheel according to the manufacturer, not the effective flywheel mass.
4 kg (8.8 lb)
Operating noise (normal pace)Noise level when rowing steadily at medium resistance, measured or according to the manufacturer, not when sprinting.
64 dB
65 dB
FootrestsFootplate design according to the manufacturer; this refers to the adjustability of the heel support.
Height-adjustable
Height-adjustable
Resistance levelEditorial assessment of the maximum resistance reached in reviews, not the number of levels.
Very high
High
Resistance levelsNumber of adjustable resistance levels according to the manufacturer; enter 0 for purely speed-dependent resistance.
10 levels
24 levels
Dimensions & installation
Dimensions (L × W × H)Set up ready for training in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “210 × 55 × 50 cm”
244 × 61 × 90 cm (96 × 24 × 35 in)
220 × 50 × 109 cm (87 × 20 × 43 in)
Dimensions (stored)Folded or stood upright in cm, length × width × height – only for foldable models
122 × 64 × 138 cm (48 × 25 × 54 in)
101.5 × 45.5 × 181.5 cm (40 × 18 × 71 in)
Seat heightSeat height above the floor according to the manufacturer, unloaded.
36 cm (14 in)
Transport wheelsAccording to the manufacturer, the rowing machine has wheels for moving it when set up or folded.
Yes
Yes
Splits into two partsAccording to the manufacturer, the rowing machine separates into two parts without tools, e.g. for storage.
Yes
Unladen weightWeight of the assembled rowing machine without packaging and without water, according to the manufacturer.
26 kg (57 lb)
40 kg (88 lb)
Frame materialMaterial of the load-bearing frame according to the manufacturer, not the housing.
AluminumSteel
SteelAluminum
Console
DisplayType of built-in monitor according to the manufacturer; a tablet holder alone doesn’t count as a display.
LCD display
Touchscreen
Backlit displayAccording to the manufacturer, the display is backlit.
Yes
Yes
Displayed metricsValues the console shows directly according to the spec sheet, not only in the app.
TimeDistancePace (time/500 m)Strokes per minuteTotal strokesPower (watts)CaloriesHeart rate
TimePace (time/500 m)DistanceTotal strokesStrokes per minuteCaloriesPower (watts)Heart rate
Power supplyPower supply of the console according to the manufacturer.
Batteries
Power adapter
Adjustable consoleAccording to the manufacturer, the monitor’s tilt or height can be adjusted.
Yes
Yes
Tablet holderHolder for a tablet or smartphone according to the manufacturer; mark optional accessories separately.
Optional accessory
Integrated
Programs & connectivity
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs according to the manufacturer, excluding app workouts.
32 programs
Program typesTypes of preinstalled programs according to the spec sheet.
ManualIntervalHeart rate controlled (HRC)Race / competitionGamesTarget (time/distance)
IntervalManual
Compatible appsWhich apps can control or record the rowing machine, according to the manufacturer; the manufacturer app counts too
Manufacturer appErgDataKinomapMyHomeFITRegatta / race modeAsenseiEXRQZ Fitness (qdomyos-zwift)
Manufacturer app
Wireless interfacesWireless connections of the console according to the manufacturer, not those of the chest strap.
Bluetooth
BluetoothWi-Fi
Heart rate monitoringHow heart rate is measured; empty = no heart rate monitoring
Bluetooth chest strap
Bluetooth chest strap
SubscriptionWhether workouts and screen are fully usable without a subscription (Hydrow, iFit)
none
required for full functionality
Subscription costRegular monthly price of the subscription; empty if there is no subscription
7.49 €/month
Data storage / interfaceType of workout data storage according to the manufacturer, not just the app display.
Internal storageUSB flash driveCloud/online logbook
Standards & classification
Usage classUsage class under DIN EN ISO 20957 according to the manufacturer.
H – Home use
Accuracy classAccuracy class of the power display under DIN EN ISO 20957 according to the manufacturer.
Class C
Product classClassification according to the manufacturer or our editors, based on construction and continuous load capacity.
Pro/gym grade
Advanced
General
Warranty
5 years
2 years
Price segment
Premium
Model year
2023
In the box
Rudergerät, PM5-Monitor, Benutzerhandbuch, Schnellstart- und Montageanleitung, Torx-Werkzeug, Schrauben
Rudergerät, Display-Computer, Montagematerial und Werkzeug, Bedienungsanleitung, Netzteil
Prices
Offers
Verdict
Pros & cons
Das Concept2 RowErg ist ein robustes Studiogerät für viele Jahre, das bis 227 kg trägt und mit dem PM5 vergleichbare Watt- und Pace-Werte liefert. Wir halten es für eine klare Empfehlung für alle, die regelmäßig und ambitioniert rudern. Der Haken: Das Lüfterrad rauscht mit 64 dB hörbar, und aufgebaut braucht es 244 cm Länge plus Bewegungsraum.
Pros
- Rahmen aus Aluminium und Stahl, belastbar bis 227 kg bei 26 kg Eigengewicht
- PM5 misst Pace und Watt wettkampftauglich, Werte mit Verein und Studio vergleichbar
- Gleichmäßige Kraftkurve ohne toten Punkt, Widerstand wächst mit der Zugkraft
- Kein Abo nötig, ErgData-App und Online-Logbuch kostenlos
- Ohne Werkzeug zweiteilig zerlegbar, verstaut 122 x 64 x 138 cm
- Ersatzteile selbst für alte Modelle, hoher Wiederverkaufswert
Cons
- Lüfterrauschen um 64 dB, bei Sprints bis 72 dB
- Großer Platzbedarf, etwa 2,7 x 1,2 m Trainingsfläche
- Kalorien nur mit festem Standardgewicht von 79,5 kg geschätzt
- Sitz für Nutzer über etwa 135 kg schmal, wird mit der Zeit härter
Das Sportstech sRow ist ein sehr leises Magnet-Rudergerät mit großem, schwenkbarem Touchdisplay, das dich mit Trainerkursen zu festen Zeiten aufs Gerät holt – auch spät am Abend in der Mietwohnung. Der Zug läuft in Tests gleichmäßig, die Schiene steht stabil. Der Haken: viele Funktionen nur mit Abo, und Kinomap oder Zwift laufen auf dem Display nicht. Wir halten es für eine gute Wahl fürs Kurstraining zu Hause bis 130 kg.
Pros
- Sehr leiser Lauf dank Magnetbremse und Gurtzug, laut Hersteller 65 dB
- Gleichmäßiger, ruckelfreier Zug trotz nur 4 kg Schwungmasse
- 21,5-Zoll-Touchdisplay in Full HD, um 330° schwenkbar, mit Lautsprechern
- Stabile Aluminiumschiene, die auch bei kräftigen Zügen nicht wackelt
- Widerstand in 24 fein abgestuften Stufen am Display einstellbar
- Hochklappbar ohne Werkzeug, mit Transportrollen
Cons
- Viele Funktionen wie Streaming und Kurse nur mit kostenpflichtigem Abo
- Keine Drittanbieter-Apps wie Kinomap oder Zwift auf dem Display
- Belastbarkeit mit 130 kg für die Preisklasse eher knapp
- Sitz in einem Test bei Einheiten über 40 Minuten zu hart
- Hochgeklappt 181,5 cm hoch, braucht rund 2 m Deckenhöhe
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