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Domyos Training Rower 900 vs. MERACH R50 R11 Novarow compared
Rowing Machine
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
8585Gut
8585Gut
Value for money
83Excellent
90Excellent
Best price
€599.99
€599.99
Price advantage
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Offers
1 shop
3 shops
Rank in category
Rank 7 of 62
Rank 5 of 62
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
Domyos Training Rower 900Overall rating 85MERACH R50 R11 NovarowOverall rating 85
Domyos Training Rower 900MERACH R50 R11 Novarow
Stroke feel & resistance82/10092/100
Ergonomics & stability88/10092/100
Console & app90/10080/100
Noise level92/10067/100
Footprint & handling74/10078/100
Build quality & ease of use86/10092/100
Stroke feel & resistance
82
92
Ergonomics & stability
88
92
Console & app
90
80
Noise level
92
67
Footprint & handling
74
78
Build quality & ease of use
86
92
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
Training Rower 900
R50 R11
Resistance systemBraking system according to the manufacturer; for combination models, select the hybrid option.
Magnetic brake
Air resistance
Max. loadMaximum user weight according to the manufacturer, not the unit’s own weight.
150 kg (330 lb)
158.8 kg (350 lb)
Max. user heightRecommended maximum user height according to the manufacturer.
200 cm (6 ft 7 in)
200 cm (6 ft 7 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.
Electronic, stepped
Mechanical, stepped
Pull mechanismType of power transmission according to the manufacturer; list center pull with chain or strap separately.
Cable (center pull)
Chain (center pull)
Flywheel weightWeight of the flywheel according to the manufacturer, not the effective flywheel mass.
6 kg (13 lb)
3.5 kg (7.7 lb)
Operating noise (normal pace)Noise level when rowing steadily at medium resistance, measured or according to the manufacturer, not when sprinting.
70 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.
High
Very high
Resistance levelsNumber of adjustable resistance levels according to the manufacturer; enter 0 for purely speed-dependent resistance.
15 levels
10 levels
Dimensions & installation
Dimensions (L × W × H)Set up ready for training in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “210 × 55 × 50 cm”
215 × 50 × 98 cm (85 × 20 × 39 in)
242.5 × 40 × 102.1 cm (95 × 16 × 40 in)
Dimensions (stored)Folded or stood upright in cm, length × width × height – only for foldable models
65 × 50 × 215 cm (26 × 20 × 85 in)
83 × 72 × 137 cm (33 × 28 × 54 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.
47.8 kg (105 lb)
33.3 kg (73 lb)
Frame materialMaterial of the load-bearing frame according to the manufacturer, not the housing.
Steel
Steel
Console
DisplayType of built-in monitor according to the manufacturer; a tablet holder alone doesn’t count as a display.
LCD display
LCD display
Backlit displayAccording to the manufacturer, the display is backlit.
Yes
No
Displayed metricsValues the console shows directly according to the spec sheet, not only in the app.
TimePace (time/500 m)DistanceTotal strokesStrokes per minuteCaloriesPower (watts)Heart rate
TimePace (time/500 m)DistanceTotal strokesStrokes per minuteCaloriesPower (watts)Heart rate
Power supplyPower supply of the console according to the manufacturer.
Power adapter
Batteries
Adjustable consoleAccording to the manufacturer, the monitor’s tilt or height can be adjusted.
Yes
Tablet holderHolder for a tablet or smartphone according to the manufacturer; mark optional accessories separately.
Integrated
Integrated
Programs & connectivity
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs according to the manufacturer, excluding app workouts.
32 programs
12 programs
Program typesTypes of preinstalled programs according to the spec sheet.
IntervalManual
ManualIntervalHeart rate controlled (HRC)Target (time/distance)
Compatible appsWhich apps can control or record the rowing machine, according to the manufacturer; the manufacturer app counts too
Manufacturer appKinomap
Manufacturer appKinomapZwiftQZ Fitness (qdomyos-zwift)
Wireless interfacesWireless connections of the console according to the manufacturer, not those of the chest strap.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
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
optional
Standards & classification
Product classClassification according to the manufacturer or our editors, based on construction and continuous load capacity.
Advanced
Pro/gym grade
General
Warranty
5 years
2 years
Price segment
Mid-range
Budget
Model year
2024
In the box
Rudergerät, Bedienungsanleitung, Werkzeug und Schrauben, Netzteil
Rudergerät, Werkzeug und Schrauben, 2 × AA-Batterien, Bedienungs- und Aufbauanleitung
Prices
Offers
Verdict
Pros & cons
Der Domyos Training Rower 900 ist ein ausgereiftes Heimrudergerät für Vielnutzer: Die Magnetbremse bleibt mit 56 bis 60 dB leise, 15 elektronische Stufen wechselst du direkt am Griff, und Kinomap regelt den Widerstand selbst. Belastbar ist es bis 150 kg und bis 200 cm Körpergröße. Der Haken: Es ist nicht klappbar, hochkant 2,15 m hoch, und für Leistungsruderer reicht der Widerstand nicht aus.
Pros
- Leise Magnetbremse mit 56 bis 60 dB im normalen Tempo
- 15 elektronische Stufen, direkt über Tasten am Griff verstellbar
- Belastbar bis 150 kg, Schiene laut Hersteller für bis 200 cm
- Kinomap regelt den Widerstand passend zum Streckenprofil selbst
- Hersteller-App E-Connected ohne Abo voll nutzbar
- 5 Jahre Garantie, Ersatzteile 10 Jahre verfügbar
Cons
- Nicht klappbar, hochkant braucht es 2,15 m Raumhöhe
- Widerstand reicht nicht für Leistungsruderer
- Haltearm für Konsole und Tablet lockert sich und muss nachgezogen werden
- Kleine Transportrollen kommen auf dickem Teppich nur mühsam voran
- Watt und Kalorien nur geschätzt, ohne Genauigkeitsklasse
Das MERACH R50 R11 Novarow ist ein Luftruderer im Studioformat, der sich in Tests sehr ähnlich wie ein Concept2 rudert und bei harten Intervallen ohne Wackeln steht. Sitz und Fußriemen fallen sogar bequemer als beim Vorbild aus. Der Haken: Das Windrad rauscht mit rund 70 dB, und die Konsole wechselt alle 5 s die Anzeige. Fürs Heimtraining ohne Wettkampfanspruch halten wir es für eine starke Wahl.
Pros
- Rudergefühl in Tests sehr nah am Concept2
- Steht bei harten Intervallen auch mit 100 kg ohne Wackeln
- Weicher, hoher Sitz ohne Druckstellen bei 45 bis 60 min
- Breite Fußriemen schneiden auch bei Sprints nicht ein
- Ruhiger Kettenrücklauf, leiser als beim Concept2
- Bluetooth mit Kinomap, Zwift und Pulsgurt-Kopplung
Cons
- Windrad rauscht bei hoher Intensität mit rund 70 dB
- Konsolenanzeige springt alle 5 s zwischen zwei Ansichten
- Merach-App mit häufigen Verbindungsabbrüchen in einem Test
- Watt- und Splitwerte schwanken, nicht wettkampftauglich
- Hochkant-Lagerung umständlich und wacklig
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