Product Review · Rowing Machines & Indoor Bikes · #1 Ranked
Concept2 RowErg
Air-resistance erg with PM5 · Reviewed by Drew · amazon.com live, Sept 9 2026
Why it scored a 90
At $990.00 the Concept2 RowErg is the benchmark air-resistance rower used by competitive rowers and CrossFit gyms worldwide, with the PM5 monitor delivering the most accurate, comparable data of any consumer rower. Satisfaction leads at 98 across more than 13,000 reviews, Quality sits at 97, and Reliability at 96. Features lands at 72 because there is no screen or class content, and the air flywheel is louder than water or magnetic rowers, so it appeals to self-directed athletes rather than class-follower buyers. No subscription is needed and resale value stays high. It is for anyone serious about rowing who wants proven hardware over streaming content.
What you're getting
- Air flywheel resistance with a 1-10 damper setting
- PM5 monitor with Bluetooth and ANT+; pace, watts, splits
- 500 lb user capacity; 57 lb aluminum and steel frame
- 96" L x 24" W; 9 x 4 ft of floor space recommended
- Separates into two pieces in seconds for storage
- Works with 40+ apps; free ErgData, no subscription
- 5-year frame, 2-year parts and monitor warranty
- Air resistance is louder than water or magnetic rowers
ViperScore breakdown
At a glance
- Air resistance, 1-10 damper; PM5 with Bluetooth + ANT+
- 500 lb capacity; 96" L x 24" W; splits in two
- 5-yr frame, 2-yr parts/monitor warranty; no subscription
- Price$990.00
- TierAir-resistance erg with PM5
- Category rank#1 of 10
