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Merach Q1S Rudergerät vs. Skandika Torin P6-G compared
Rowing Machine
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
7777Gut
7676Gut
Value for money
90Excellent
70Fair
Best price
€199.99€229.99−13 %
€429.00
Price advantage
€229.01 cheaper
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Offers
3 shops
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 28 of 62
Rank 32 of 62
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
Merach Q1S RudergerätOverall rating 77Skandika Torin P6-GOverall rating 76
Merach Q1S RudergerätSkandika Torin P6-G
Stroke feel & resistance70/10075/100
Ergonomics & stability78/10081/100
Console & app66/10067/100
Noise level88/10084/100
Footprint & handling82/10074/100
Build quality & ease of use75/10082/100
Stroke feel & resistance
70
75
Ergonomics & stability
78
81
Console & app
66
67
Noise level
88
84
Footprint & handling
82
74
Build quality & ease of use
75
82
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
Q1S
Torin P6-G
Resistance systemBraking system according to the manufacturer; for combination models, select the hybrid option.
Magnetic brake
Magnetic brake
Max. loadMaximum user weight according to the manufacturer, not the unit’s own weight.
158 kg (350 lb)
150 kg (330 lb)
Max. user heightRecommended maximum user height according to the manufacturer.
193 cm (6 ft 4 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.
165 cm (65 in)
91 cm (36 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.
Mechanical, stepped
Electronic, stepped
Pull mechanismType of power transmission according to the manufacturer; list center pull with chain or strap separately.
Strap
Flywheel weightWeight of the flywheel according to the manufacturer, not the effective flywheel mass.
3 kg (6.6 lb)
6 kg (13 lb)
Operating noise (normal pace)Noise level when rowing steadily at medium resistance, measured or according to the manufacturer, not when sprinting.
65 dB
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.
Medium
Resistance levelsNumber of adjustable resistance levels according to the manufacturer; enter 0 for purely speed-dependent resistance.
16 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”
165 × 43 × 63 cm (65 × 17 × 25 in)
176 × 43 × 50 cm (69 × 17 × 20 in)
Dimensions (stored)Folded or stood upright in cm, length × width × height – only for foldable models
49 × 63 cm (19 × 25 in)
Seat heightSeat height above the floor according to the manufacturer, unloaded.
27 cm (11 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.
19.49 kg (43 lb)
24 kg (53 lb)
Frame materialMaterial of the load-bearing frame according to the manufacturer, not the housing.
Steel
SteelWood
Console
DisplayType of built-in monitor according to the manufacturer; a tablet holder alone doesn’t count as a display.
LCD display
LED display
Displayed metricsValues the console shows directly according to the spec sheet, not only in the app.
TimePace (time/500 m)DistanceCaloriesStrokes per minutePower (watts)Total strokes
TimeStrokes per minuteTotal strokesCaloriesDistanceHeart rate
Power supplyPower supply of the console according to the manufacturer.
Batteries
Self-powered (generator)
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
Compatible appsWhich apps can control or record the rowing machine, according to the manufacturer; the manufacturer app counts too
Manufacturer appKinomapZwiftMyHomeFIT
Kinomap
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.
DIN EN ISO 20957-1
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.
Entry level
General
Warranty
2 years
Price segment
Budget
In the box
Rudergerät (vormontiert), Werkzeug, Montageanleitung
Prices
Offers
Verdict
Pros & cons
Das Merach Q1S ist ein leises Magnet-Rudergerät für Einsteiger, das in seiner Klasse viel Gegenwert fürs Geld bietet. Mit 65 dB und stabiler Doppelschiene passt es gut in die Mietwohnung. Der Haken: Der Spitzenwiderstand ist für Geübte zu niedrig, und ab etwa 180 cm wird die 165 cm lange Schiene knapp. Die Hersteller-App gilt zudem als unausgereift.
Pros
- Leiser Lauf mit 65 dB im Normaltempo, passend für die Mietwohnung
- Stabile Doppelschiene mit sechs Sitzrollen ohne spürbares Wackeln
- Gleichmäßiger Magnetwiderstand erleichtert Einsteigern das Techniktraining
- Bluetooth mit Kinomap, Zwift und Merach-App
- Hochkant zu verstauen, mit Transportrollen allein zu bewegen
- Selbstangetriebene Variante ohne Steckdose erhältlich
Cons
- Spitzenwiderstand für Fortgeschrittene und Krafttraining zu niedrig
- Bewegungsraum laut Tests ab etwa 180 cm eingeschränkt
- Hersteller-App mit Verbindungsfehlern und Abo-Zwang
- Fußpedale und Zugstange wirken billig
- Keine Trainingsprogramme im Computer
Das Skandika Torin P6-G ist ein Rudergerät aus Stahl und Buche, das dank Generator ohne Steckdose läuft und mit Magnetbremse leise bleibt. Es taugt für moderates Ausdauertraining im Wohnzimmer, wenn du nach Gefühl statt nach Zahlen ruderst. Der Haken: keine Watt- und 500-m-Anzeige, Kalorien und Distanz sind nur geschätzt, und unabhängige Tests zum Widerstandsniveau fehlen bisher.
Pros
- Läuft ohne Stromkabel, weil ein eingebauter Generator den Computer versorgt
- Berührungslose Magnetbremse mit 32 Stufen, leiser als Luft- oder Wasserwiderstand
- Mit 24 kg und Transportrollen allein bewegbar und hochkant verstaubar
- Bluetooth für Kinomap und Pulsempfang per Brustgurt
- Rahmen aus Stahl und massiver Buche wirkt wohnlich statt nach Studio
Cons
- Keine Wattanzeige und keine Zeit je 500 m am Computer
- Schiene mit 91 cm kürzer als bei manchen Schwestermodellen
- Tiefer Sitz auf 27 cm erschwert Auf- und Absteigen
- Kinomap nach 30 Tagen nur im Abo, keine Tests zum Maximalwiderstand
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