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NordicTrack RW900 vs. Skandika Njord compared
Rowing Machine
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
8383Gut
8383Gut
Value for money
50Okay
65Fair
Best price
€1,799.00
€899.00€949.00−5 %
Price advantage
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€900.00 cheaper
Offers
1 shop
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 14 of 62
Rank 13 of 62
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
NordicTrack RW900Overall rating 83Skandika NjordOverall rating 83
NordicTrack RW900Skandika Njord
Stroke feel & resistance85/10088/100
Ergonomics & stability84/10088/100
Console & app82/10075/100
Noise level92/10080/100
Footprint & handling68/10060/100
Build quality & ease of use85/10085/100
Stroke feel & resistance
85
88
Ergonomics & stability
84
88
Console & app
82
75
Noise level
92
80
Footprint & handling
68
60
Build quality & ease of use
85
85
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
RW900
Njord
Resistance systemBraking system according to the manufacturer; for combination models, select the hybrid option.
Magnetic brake
Hybrid air + magnetic
Max. loadMaximum user weight according to the manufacturer, not the unit’s own weight.
136.1 kg (300 lb)
180 kg (395 lb)
Max. user heightRecommended maximum user height according to the manufacturer.
195.6 cm (6 ft 5 in)
195 cm (6 ft 5 in)
Rail lengthUsable length of the rail according to the manufacturer, not the overall length of the rowing machine.
128 cm (50 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
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.
8 kg (18 lb)
FootrestsFootplate design according to the manufacturer; this refers to the adjustability of the heel support.
Adjustable and pivoting
Height-adjustable
Resistance levelEditorial assessment of the maximum resistance reached in reviews, not the number of levels.
High
Resistance levelsNumber of adjustable resistance levels according to the manufacturer; enter 0 for purely speed-dependent resistance.
26 levels
16 levels
Dimensions & installation
Dimensions (L × W × H)Set up ready for training in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “210 × 55 × 50 cm”
203.5 × 55.4 × 133.9 cm (80 × 22 × 53 in)
233 × 56.5 × 102 cm (92 × 22 × 40 in)
Dimensions (stored)Folded or stood upright in cm, length × width × height – only for foldable models
118.5 × 56.5 × 192.5 cm (47 × 22 × 76 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.
71.7 kg (160 lb)
45 kg (99 lb)
Frame materialMaterial of the load-bearing frame according to the manufacturer, not the housing.
Aluminum
SteelAluminum
Console
DisplayType of built-in monitor according to the manufacturer; a tablet holder alone doesn’t count as a display.
Touchscreen
LCD 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.
TimeStrokes per minuteHeart rateDistancePace (time/500 m)
TimeDistancePace (time/500 m)Strokes per minuteTotal strokesCaloriesHeart rate
Power supplyPower supply of the console according to the manufacturer.
Power adapter
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
Programs & connectivity
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs according to the manufacturer, excluding app workouts.
2 programs
19 programs
Program typesTypes of preinstalled programs according to the spec sheet.
Manual
ManualIntervalHeart rate controlled (HRC)Race / competitionTarget (time/distance)
Compatible appsWhich apps can control or record the rowing machine, according to the manufacturer; the manufacturer app counts too
iFit
Kinomap
Wireless interfacesWireless connections of the console according to the manufacturer, not those of the chest strap.
Wi-FiBluetooth
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)
required for full functionality
optional
Subscription costRegular monthly price of the subscription; empty if there is no subscription
39 €/month
Data storage / interfaceType of workout data storage according to the manufacturer, not just the app display.
Cloud/online logbook
User profilesNumber of user profiles that can be saved separately on the console, according to the manufacturer.
5 people
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.
S – Commercial
Accuracy classAccuracy class of the power display under DIN EN ISO 20957 according to the manufacturer.
Class B
Product classClassification according to the manufacturer or our editors, based on construction and continuous load capacity.
Advanced
Pro/gym grade
General
Warranty
2 years
3 years
Price segment
Premium
Mid-range
Model year
2026
In the box
Rudergerät RW900, 30 Tage iFIT-Pro-Mitgliedschaft
Rudergerät, Schrauben & Werkzeug, Aufbauanleitung, Computer + Netzteil
Prices
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Verdict
Pros & cons
Der NordicTrack RW900 ist ein sehr leises Magnet-Rudergerät mit großem, drehbarem Touchscreen, das seine Stärken fast nur mit iFit-Abo zeigt. Für Kursliebhaber im Mehrfamilienhaus passt es gut, der Trainer verstellt den Widerstand automatisch. Der Haken: Ohne Abo bleiben zwei Programme, für kräftige Ruderer ist der Höchstwiderstand eher knapp, und aufgebaut belegt es dauerhaft rund 203 x 55 cm.
Pros
- Sehr leiser Gurtzug mit Magnetbremse, gut für hellhörige Wohnungen
- SmartAdjust verstellt den Widerstand im iFit-Kurs automatisch
- Drehbarer Touchscreen mit rund 61 cm auch für Training neben dem Gerät
- Stabile Bauweise, wackelt in Tests auch bei kräftigem Zug nicht
- 26 elektronische Widerstandsstufen mit spürbaren Abständen
- Bis zu 5 Nutzerprofile für die ganze Familie
Cons
- Ohne iFit-Abo nur manueller Modus und 2 Programme
- Höchstwiderstand für kräftige, ambitionierte Ruderer zu knapp
- Nicht klappbar, belegt aufgebaut rund 203 x 55 cm
- Widerstand fällt im Rücklauf ab, Verstellung nur am Bildschirm
- Vereinzelt Displayausfälle mit teurer Ersatzkonsole
Das Skandika Njord ist ein stabiles Rudergerät der Studioklasse mit Luft-Magnet-Widerstand, der auch Fortgeschrittenen genügt. Es eignet sich für alle, die regelmäßig strukturiert trainieren und einen eigenen Trainingsraum haben. Der Haken: Der Luftanteil zischt hörbar, und mit 233 cm Länge im Betrieb passt es in kleine, hellhörige Wohnungen kaum.
Pros
- Stabiler Stahlrahmen, laut Hersteller belastbar bis 180 kg
- Hoher Widerstand, auch für sehr fitte Fortgeschrittene ausreichend
- 128-cm-Schiene laut Hersteller für Menschen bis 195 cm
- 19 Programme, davon 4 pulsgesteuert per Brustgurt
- Kinomap läuft in Tests stabil per Bluetooth
- Klappbar per Fußpedal, mit Transportrollen
Cons
- Luftanteil zischt hörbar, ungünstig für späte Einheiten in hellhörigen Wohnungen
- 233 cm lang im Betrieb, braucht viel Stellfläche
- iConsole-App in Tests mit Abstürzen und Verbindungsabbrüchen
- Rudergefühl bleibt hinter guten Wasserrudergeräten zurück
- Scharfkantige Fersenschalen, nur mit Sportschuhen rudern
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