JOROTO MR23 Rowing Machines for Home Gym Foldable Rower Machine 300 LBS Weight Capacity with Bluetooth Function, Ipad Holder

Happy with this machine so far. I always hated rowing machines at the gym, but appreciated the cardio workout they gave, so in middle age we wanted something to get us fitter and chose this one largely based on price and reviews. Thanks to the water resistance, the action is very smooth and the machine isn't too noisy. The seat is initially a little uncomfortable, but after a few days it's fine. Overall it's a pretty solid piece of kit. It's built to a price, so the console is a dim, old-style LCD but it's fine for checking times, distances and calories. I've actually enjoyed using the rowing machine for the first time in my life, and I can feel the benefits already. The water resistance seemed fine for us - we've started at level 3 and that's a comfortable, easy row that gets us out of breath on a long session. We'll probably up the resistance as time goes on. For the price, this seems like a very good buy.

For the price paid £270 this is a very high quality built machine and I don’t hesitate to highly recommend. I’ve only had it a week so longevity isn’t something I can comment on but build quality feels very good (easily as good as a Proform £600 machine). The seat movement along the bar is silent and smooth. Easy construction took less than 10 mins. Connects to Kinomap app and HR strap to enable better data. When purchasing I noticed the negative reviews focused on two issues. The footholds and the lack of resistance. This model now appears to ship with the improved foot holds as they were standard on mine so hopefully that issue is alleviated. My only comment is they don’t rotate on their axle (fixed in place) and I find a little bit of discomfort comes into play around 7-8 mins into my exercise. The second issue I saw raised is one I struggle to understand. I’m 85kg medium build 6 foot tall male who’s very active. I found 10 mins on the rowing machine gave a decent cardio and muscle workout. Resting HR of 45 easily moved up to 160bpm during that 10 mins averaging 2m30s per 500m. I have it set to its highest resistance. The water sound is very quiet and you can watch TV etc while rowing without disruption. Overall an excellent machine at an excellent price.

This is a very good, sturdy rowing machine that looks good and seems built to last. I've used it near daily for the past month and it's not developed any issues or annoyances - except one. I've subscribed to the rowing app 'EXR Rowing', which simulates training/racing in a gaming environment and is used worldwide. However, after initially having no issues the connection seemed to cause some glitch with the app, so it wouldnt register my full speed and effectively limited it during sessions. Tried multiple workarounds and contacted EXR but because they're not partnered with the app company they couldnt resolve situation.Very disappointing, but seems to still work with KinoMap. Hopefully better support and link up with EXR will resolve problem I've encountered above.Edit 040725 - Joroto provided very good support to try and resolve issue and partial refund. Workout with YouTube vids and Kinomap otherwise great so bumped up to 4 stars

I have just started using this great little rower, the delivery was fast and coming 80% assembled it was very easy to set up following instructions (approx 30 mins max) The seat and handle grips are very comfortable, the water resistance action is smooth and the sound of the water swishing as you row is nicer than the air resistance rowers at the gym. The seat glide is smooth, hand rail is good but gets uncomfortable when hands start sweating after about 10 mins. The foot straps are really good, strong velcro with easy put on and take off d-rings, you do need to wear trainers though as tried bare feet and heels slip out of the foot holds. The monitor is very basic and could do with more features. I am trying the free 14 day trial on the Kinomap Ap, have done 3 sessions and the link to phone is good, links well with rower, not sure how accurate readings are but definitely more motivating through the ap than just using the rower and monitor and will be even better via i-pad or smart tv. If using on laminate floor, you will need mats under front and back stand as rower started moving backwards and forwards during rowing session, especially when increasing effort. I full the water tank to max level (about 6 litres) I used a jug and funnel as was much quicker than pump suppliedcomes with 3 water purifying tablets (one every 2 months) Overall for the price it is a decent, sturdy machine. May need more resistance if more competitive and would recommend using an ap to keep you motivated. May send another review in a few moths with progress report.

Very decent solid piece of kit, ergonomic and space saving storage. A little complex to put together (maybe I was tired that day- job better done with with 2 and there is a tricky point mounting the main big piece onto the frame where you have 2 screws from both sides (simultaneously for "wiggle room" that can't be done completely from either side first...). have been on it for a month now and love the sound, easy-to roll away, space-saving and sturdiness. Until I can move to the country and start rowing a boat with some buddies on a scenic river every Sunday morning and Kingfishers dive on trout and salmon around me... this will do (sort of).