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Domyos x WaterRower WR3 vs. Merach R28 Wasser-Rudergerät compared

Rowing Machine

At a glance

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Overall rating
81Gut
82Gut
Value for money
56Okay
88Excellent
Best price
€999.99
€369.99
Price advantage
—
€630.00 cheaper
Offers
1 shop
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 20 of 62
Rank 15 of 62

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Domyos x WaterRower WR3Overall rating 81Merach R28 Wasser-RudergerätOverall rating 82
Strokefeel & resistanceErgonomics& stabilityConsole& appNoise levelFootprint& handlingBuildquality & ease of use
Domyos x WaterRower WR3Merach R28 Wasser-Rudergerät
Stroke feel & resistance90/10080/100
Ergonomics & stability88/10076/100
Console & app46/10074/100
Noise level80/10086/100
Footprint & handling88/10091/100
Build quality & ease of use77/10079/100
Stroke feel & resistance
90
80
Ergonomics & stability
88
76
Console & app
46
74
Noise level
80
86
Footprint & handling
88
91
Build quality & ease of use
77
79

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Domyos
Merach
Model
WR3
R28
Resistance systemBraking system according to the manufacturer; for combination models, select the hybrid option.
Water resistance
Water resistance
Max. loadMaximum user weight according to the manufacturer, not the unit’s own weight.
150 kg (330 lb)
180 kg (395 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.
Speed-dependent only
Speed-dependent only
Pull mechanismType of power transmission according to the manufacturer; list center pull with chain or strap separately.
Strap
Cable (center pull)
Water fill volumeRecommended water tank fill volume according to the manufacturer; only fill in for water rowing machines.
19 l (5 gal)
15 l (4 gal)
FootrestsFootplate design according to the manufacturer; this refers to the adjustability of the heel support.
Height-adjustable
Resistance levelEditorial assessment of the maximum resistance reached in reviews, not the number of levels.
Very high
Medium
Resistance levelsNumber of adjustable resistance levels according to the manufacturer; enter 0 for purely speed-dependent resistance.
0 levels
0 levels

Dimensions & installation

Dimensions (L × W × H)Set up ready for training in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “210 × 55 × 50 cm”
209 × 56 × 49 cm (82 × 22 × 19 in)
104 × 44.5 × 45.5 cm (41 × 18 × 18 in)
Dimensions (stored)Folded or stood upright in cm, length × width × height – only for foldable models
49 × 56 × 209 cm (19 × 22 × 82 in)
53 × 44 × 95 cm (21 × 17 × 37 in)
Seat heightSeat height above the floor according to the manufacturer, unloaded.
22 cm (8.7 in)
Transport wheelsAccording to the manufacturer, the rowing machine has wheels for moving it when set up or folded.
Yes
Yes
Unladen weightWeight of the assembled rowing machine without packaging and without water, according to the manufacturer.
32 kg (71 lb)
22.95 kg (51 lb)
Frame materialMaterial of the load-bearing frame according to the manufacturer, not the housing.
Wood
Wood

Console

DisplayType of built-in monitor according to the manufacturer; a tablet holder alone doesn’t count as a display.
No display (app only)
LCD display
Backlit displayAccording to the manufacturer, the display is backlit.
No
No
Displayed metricsValues the console shows directly according to the spec sheet, not only in the app.
TimeDistanceTotal strokesStrokes per minuteCalories
Power supplyPower supply of the console according to the manufacturer.
Batteries
Batteries
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.
0 programs
Compatible appsWhich apps can control or record the rowing machine, according to the manufacturer; the manufacturer app counts too
Manufacturer appKinomap
Manufacturer appKinomap
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
SubscriptionWhether workouts and screen are fully usable without a subscription (Hydrow, iFit)
optional
none
Subscription costRegular monthly price of the subscription; empty if there is no subscription
11.99 €/month
0 €/month

Standards & classification

Usage classUsage class under DIN EN ISO 20957 according to the manufacturer.
H – Home use
Product classClassification according to the manufacturer or our editors, based on construction and continuous load capacity.
Pro/gym grade
Entry level

General

Warranty
5 years
1 years
Price segment
Budget
Model year
2022
In the box
Rudergerät in Einzelteilen, Siphonpumpe, Werkzeug/Schrauben/Bolzen, Montageanleitung mit QR-Code zum Video
Rudergerät, elektrische Wasserpumpe, Werkzeug, Videoanleitung

Prices

Offers

Domyos x WaterRower WR3

Merach R28 Wasser-Rudergerät

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Verdict

Pros & cons

Das Domyos x WaterRower WR3 ist ein Wasserrudergerät aus massivem Eschenholz, das sich fast wie das Original rudert. Es passt zu dir, wenn du ruhig im Wohnraum trainieren willst und das Gerät hochkant auf 49 x 56 cm verstauen möchtest. Der Haken: Es gibt kein eigenes Display, alle Werte zeigt nur die App, und die Hersteller-App läuft in Tests unzuverlässig.

Pros

  • Zuggefühl in Tests fast wie beim WaterRower S4
  • Massiver Rahmen aus zertifiziertem Eschenholz, auch bei Intervallen stabil
  • Wasserrauschen in Tests etwa auf Zimmerlautstärke
  • Hochkant auf 49 x 56 cm verstaubar, mit Transportrollen
  • Laut Hersteller 5 Jahre Garantie auf den Holzrahmen
  • Ersatzteile wie Gurte, Rollen und Tank mit Tauschanleitung

Cons

  • Kein Display, alle Trainingswerte nur über die gekoppelte App
  • Hersteller-App in Tests instabil, vor allem unter Android
  • Kein SmartRow-Upgrade, nur Hersteller-App und Kinomap unterstützt
  • Ungenaue Vorbohrungen bei frühen Geräten erschweren den Aufbau
  • Kinomap für regelmäßige Nutzung nur mit kostenpflichtigem Abo

Das Merach R28 ist ein klappbares Wasser-Rudergerät aus Holz, das mechanisch mehr bietet als erwartet: Der Rahmen steht bei Sprints fest, der Zug läuft leise und ohne Leerweg. Wir halten es für eine gute Wahl, wenn du in der Wohnung regelmäßig für die Ausdauer ruderst und Daten per Tablet und App erfasst. Der Haken: unbeleuchteter Monitor ohne Wattanzeige, ein sehr tiefer Sitz und oben zu wenig Widerstand für Kräftige.

Pros

  • Massivholzrahmen bleibt auch bei Sprints fest, ohne Knarzen
  • Leises Wasserrauschen, Gespräche in Zimmerlautstärke möglich
  • Gleichmäßiger Zug ohne Leerweg am Anfang des Zugs
  • Gefaltet nur 53 x 44 cm Stellfläche, auf Rollen verschiebbar
  • Bluetooth mit Kinomap und kostenloser Merach-App, kein Abo
  • Elektrische Pumpe zum Befüllen und Ablassen im Lieferumfang

Cons

  • Monitor unbeleuchtet, ohne Wattanzeige, Distanz und Kalorien nur geschätzt
  • Sitzhöhe von 22 cm erschwert Aufstehen bei Knieproblemen
  • Widerstand für kräftige Ruderer oben zu weich
  • Gurtführung ab Werk nicht entgratet, Gurt kann verschleißen
  • Garantie laut Datenblatt nur 1 Jahr

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