Concept2 RowErg vs Hydrow Rower
Quick verdict
Winner on Gym Score: Hydrow Rower (76)
Concept2 RowErg still wins for some buyers — see the fit cards below.
Best for
- · Anyone training for indoor rowing benchmarks or CrossFit-style metcon work
- · Buyers who want a single piece of cardio equipment they will own for 20 years
- · Households tracking watts and split times with global standardized data
$990Buy on Amazon
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Concept2 RowErg | Hydrow Rower |
|---|---|---|
| Resistance Type | Air | Magnetic |
| Monitor | PM5 | — |
| Max User Weight | 500 lb | — |
| Damper | 1-10 setting | — |
| Display | — | 22" HD touchscreen |
| Membership | — | $44/mo |
Concept2 RowErg
Strengths
- +PM5 monitor is the gold standard
- +Air resistance feels natural
- +20+ year service life
- +Globally standardized watts metric
Weaknesses
- −Loud (air rowers always are)
- −Not on Amazon (direct from Concept2)
- −No built-in classes
Hydrow Rower
Strengths
- +Live Classes
- +Smooth Stroke
- +Display Quality
Weaknesses
- −Subscription Required
- −Price Point