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Domyos Woodrower 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
71Fair
90Excellent
Best price
€999.99
€599.99
Price advantage
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€400.00 cheaper
Offers
1 shop
3 shops
Rank in category
Rank 10 of 62
Rank 5 of 62
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
Domyos WoodrowerOverall rating 85MERACH R50 R11 NovarowOverall rating 85
Domyos WoodrowerMERACH R50 R11 Novarow
Stroke feel & resistance80/10092/100
Ergonomics & stability85/10092/100
Console & app82/10080/100
Noise level93/10067/100
Footprint & handling87/10078/100
Build quality & ease of use88/10092/100
Stroke feel & resistance
80
92
Ergonomics & stability
85
92
Console & app
82
80
Noise level
93
67
Footprint & handling
87
78
Build quality & ease of use
88
92
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
Woodrower
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.
130 kg (285 lb)
158.8 kg (350 lb)
Max. user heightRecommended maximum user height according to the manufacturer.
190 cm (6 ft 3 in)
200 cm (6 ft 7 in)
Rail lengthUsable length of the rail according to the manufacturer, not the overall length of the rowing machine.
84 cm (33 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.
Strap
Chain (center pull)
Flywheel weightWeight of the flywheel according to the manufacturer, not the effective flywheel mass.
9 kg (20 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”
210 × 48.2 × 62 cm (83 × 19 × 24 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
106.2 × 48.2 × 48.2 cm (42 × 19 × 19 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.
61.5 kg (135 lb)
33.3 kg (73 lb)
Frame materialMaterial of the load-bearing frame according to the manufacturer, not the housing.
Wood
Steel
Console
DisplayType of built-in monitor according to the manufacturer; a tablet holder alone doesn’t count as a display.
TFT color 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.
TimeDistanceTotal strokesStrokes per minutePace (time/500 m)CaloriesHeart rate
TimePace (time/500 m)DistanceTotal strokesStrokes per minuteCaloriesPower (watts)Heart rate
Power supplyPower supply of the console according to the manufacturer.
Self-powered (generator)
Batteries
Adjustable consoleAccording to the manufacturer, the monitor’s tilt or height can be adjusted.
No
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.
12 programs
Program typesTypes of preinstalled programs according to the spec sheet.
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 appKinomapZwiftEXR
Manufacturer appKinomapZwiftQZ Fitness (qdomyos-zwift)
Bluetooth FTMSOpen Bluetooth protocol for fitness equipment – lets apps outside our list connect too
Yes
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
Standards complianceStandards compliance stated by the manufacturer according to the spec sheet.
Both parts of the standard
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.
Not specified
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
2023
In the box
Rudergerät, Montagewerkzeug und -material, Anleitung, Ersatz-Kugellager für den Sitz
Rudergerät, Werkzeug und Schrauben, 2 × AA-Batterien, Bedienungs- und Aufbauanleitung
Prices
Offers
Verdict
Pros & cons
Der Domyos Woodrower ist ein leises Holz-Rudergerät ohne Steckdose, das sich zusammenklappen lässt und im Wohnzimmer als Möbelstück stehen bleiben kann. Er passt zu dir, wenn du regelmäßig Ausdauer trainierst und offene Apps per Bluetooth FTMS nutzen willst. Der Haken: Die 84 cm lange Schiene reicht nur bis 190 cm Körpergröße, und für Kraftruderer ist die höchste Stufe zu leicht.
Pros
- Flexibel als Rudergerät und Fitnessbank nutzbar
- Sehr leiser Lauf durch Magnetbremse und Gurtzug, stört Mitbewohner kaum
- Kein Stromanschluss nötig, Akku lädt sich beim Rudern
- Offenes Bluetooth FTMS für Kinomap, EXR und Zwift, kein Geräte-Abo
- 5 Jahre Garantie, Ersatzteile laut Hersteller 10 Jahre verfügbar
- Klappbar auf unter 0,52 m² laut Hersteller, mit Transportrollen
- Fester Stand durch 61,5 kg Eigengewicht
Cons
- 84-cm-Schiene reicht laut Hersteller nur bis 190 cm Körpergröße
- Höchste Widerstandsstufe für kräftige Ruderer zu leicht
- Belastbar laut Hersteller nur bis 130 kg
- Hersteller-App mit mehrfach berichteten Verbindungsabbrüchen
- Schwacher USB-Ladestrom, Brustgurt koppelt vor allem mit Domyos-Gurten zuverlässig
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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