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Dripex Wasser-Rudergerät vs. Sportstech PROwer compared
Rowing Machine
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
7979Gut
7979Gut
Value for money
82Excellent
90Excellent
Best price
€237.99€279.99−15 %
€239.00€269.00−11 %
Price advantage
€1.01 cheaper
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Offers
2 shops
3 shops
Rank in category
Rank 24 of 62
Rank 23 of 62
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
Dripex Wasser-RudergerätOverall rating 79Sportstech PROwerOverall rating 79
Dripex Wasser-RudergerätSportstech PROwer
Stroke feel & resistance62/10079/100
Ergonomics & stability68/10072/100
Console & app67/10076/100
Noise level80/10088/100
Footprint & handling80/10082/100
Build quality & ease of use78/10080/100
Stroke feel & resistance
62
79
Ergonomics & stability
68
72
Console & app
67
76
Noise level
80
88
Footprint & handling
80
82
Build quality & ease of use
78
80
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
PROwer
Resistance systemBraking system according to the manufacturer; for combination models, select the hybrid option.
Water resistance
Magnetic brake
Max. loadMaximum user weight according to the manufacturer, not the unit’s own weight.
110 kg (245 lb)
120 kg (265 lb)
Max. user heightRecommended maximum user height according to the manufacturer.
190 cm (6 ft 3 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.
125 cm (49 in)
70 cm (28 in)
FoldableAccording to the manufacturer, the rowing machine can be folded or stored upright; transport wheels alone don’t count.
Yes
No
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
Electronic, stepped
Pull mechanismType of power transmission according to the manufacturer; list center pull with chain or strap separately.
Strap
Strap
Flywheel weightWeight of the flywheel according to the manufacturer, not the effective flywheel mass.
3 kg (6.6 lb)
Water fill volumeRecommended water tank fill volume according to the manufacturer; only fill in for water rowing machines.
14 l (3.7 gal)
Operating noise (normal pace)Noise level when rowing steadily at medium resistance, measured or according to the manufacturer, not when sprinting.
59 dB
FootrestsFootplate design according to the manufacturer; this refers to the adjustability of the heel support.
Height-adjustable
Fixed
Resistance levelEditorial assessment of the maximum resistance reached in reviews, not the number of levels.
High
High
Resistance levelsNumber of adjustable resistance levels according to the manufacturer; enter 0 for purely speed-dependent resistance.
0 levels
32 levels
Dimensions & installation
Dimensions (L × W × H)Set up ready for training in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “210 × 55 × 50 cm”
182 × 44 × 35 cm (72 × 17 × 14 in)
161.8 × 47.5 × 62.5 cm (64 × 19 × 25 in)
Dimensions (stored)Folded or stood upright in cm, length × width × height – only for foldable models
66.3 × 47.5 × 161 cm (26 × 19 × 63 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.
25.2 kg (56 lb)
20.8 kg (46 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.
LCD display
LED display
Backlit displayAccording to the manufacturer, the display is backlit.
Yes
Displayed metricsValues the console shows directly according to the spec sheet, not only in the app.
TimeDistanceCaloriesTotal strokes
TimeDistanceHeart ratePower (watts)Strokes per minuteCaloriesTotal strokes
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
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
0 programs
Program typesTypes of preinstalled programs according to the spec sheet.
Target (time/distance)
Target (time/distance)
Compatible appsWhich apps can control or record the rowing machine, according to the manufacturer; the manufacturer app counts too
KinomapZwift
Manufacturer appKinomap
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
SubscriptionWhether workouts and screen are fully usable without a subscription (Hydrow, iFit)
optional
Subscription costRegular monthly price of the subscription; empty if there is no subscription
7.49 €/month
Standards & classification
Standards complianceStandards compliance stated by the manufacturer according to the spec sheet.
DIN EN ISO 20957-1
Usage classUsage class under DIN EN ISO 20957 according to the manufacturer.
H – Home use
H – Home use
Product classClassification according to the manufacturer or our editors, based on construction and continuous load capacity.
Entry level
Entry level
General
Warranty
1 years
2 years
Price segment
Budget
Budget
In the box
Rudergerät, Montagematerial, Werkzeug, Trichter, Handpumpe, Wasserreinigungstabletten, Bedienungsanleitung
Rudergerät, Montagematerial und Werkzeug, Netzteil, Benutzerhandbuch
Prices
Offers
Verdict
Pros & cons
Das Dripex Wasser-Rudergerät ist ein schwerer, wackelfreier Holzrahmen für lockeres bis zügiges Ausdauertraining in der Wohnung, der sich nach dem Training zusammenklappen lässt. Der Haken: Selbst mit vollem Tank bleibt der Widerstand für Kräftige zu mild. Dazu kommen schwache Fußschlaufen und ein tiefer Sitz. Wir halten es daher für eine Empfehlung mit Einschränkung, vor allem für Einsteiger.
Pros
- Massivholzrahmen mit rund 25 kg liegt auch bei schnellen Zügen ruhig
- Sitz läuft auf der Doppelschiene gleichmäßig und ohne Ruckeln
- Schiene klappt in Sekunden um 180 Grad zusammen
- Wasser rauscht gleichmäßig, in der Wohnung gut nutzbar
- Sendet Daten per Bluetooth an Kinomap und Zwift
- Aufbau in Tests nach 30 bis 45 Minuten erledigt
Cons
- Widerstand bleibt auch bei vollem Tank für Kräftige mild
- Fußschlaufen geben nach, kleine Füße rutschen in den Schalen
- Schlichter Monitor ohne Wattanzeige, Kalorien nur geschätzt
- Sehr tiefer Sitz und scharfe Holzkante an der Seitenschiene
- Belastbarkeit widersprüchlich angegeben, Anleitungen nennen 110 bis 120 kg
Der Sportstech PROwer ist ein leises, fein regelbares Einstiegsrudergerät für die Wohnung: 32 elektronisch verstellte Magnetstufen reichen bis zu hohem Widerstand, gemessen wurden 50 bis 59 dB. Über offenes Bluetooth FTMS steuert sogar Kinomap die Bremse. Der Haken: feste Plastikfußstützen, ein Ein-Wert-Display und keine Programme am Gerät – und über 190 cm Körpergröße wird es eng.
Pros
- 32 elektronisch verstellte Magnetstufen mit hohem Endwiderstand
- Leiser Lauf, gemessen zwischen 50 und 59 dB
- Offenes Bluetooth FTMS, Kinomap regelt den Widerstand automatisch
- Gurtzug und Sitzrollen bleiben auch beim Zug fast lautlos
- Hochkant lagerbar und mit 20,8 kg leicht auf Rollen zu bewegen
- Gut gepolsterter Sitz auch bei längeren Einheiten
Cons
- Feste Fußstützen aus einfachem Kunststoff, weder Position noch Winkel verstellbar
- Display zeigt immer nur einen Wert, Piktogramm schwer erkennbar
- Keine Trainingsprogramme am Gerät, nur Ziele für Zeit oder Distanz
- 70 cm Rollbahn begrenzt auf 190 cm Körpergröße, nicht klappbar
- Kurse und Videos der Hersteller-App nur mit Abo
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