Concept2 RowErg vs NordicTrack RW900
Quick verdict
Winner on Gym Score: NordicTrack RW900 (77)
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 | NordicTrack RW900 |
|---|---|---|
| Resistance Type | Air | — |
| Monitor | PM5 | — |
| Max User Weight | 500 lb | 250 lb |
| Damper | 1-10 setting | — |
| Resistance | — | Magnetic + air |
| Display | — | 22" HD touchscreen |
| Connectivity | — | WiFi, Bluetooth |
| Foldable | — | Yes |
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
NordicTrack RW900
Strengths
- +22" Rotating Touchscreen
- +Magnetic + Air Resistance
- +Trainer-Controlled Drag
Weaknesses
- −Ifit Subscription Pushed
- −No Pm5