Sunny Health and Fitness rowing machines are some of the most highly reviewed rowing machines available for in-home fitness enthusiasts. In this 2021 Rowing Machine Purchasing guide, you will find 16 highly rated rowers that will ensure a great rowing experience to help you move towards your health and fitness goals.
The diverse selection of rowing machines enables prospective buyers to find the right rower to fit their needs and budget. Those new to rowing can choose a rower that won't break the bank while still providing a quality rowing workout experience.
For those who desire to increase their rowing performance, there is an assortment of rowing machines that can give more experienced rowers the features needed to take their rowing to the next level and beyond. There are rowing machines that will satisfy the needs of both in-home and commercial users.
So, what kind of rower is right for you? You can find rowers that vary in the type and level of resistance, workout data tracking, slide rail length, and foot pedal design.
Rowers can be categorized by resistant type. Rowers usually have between one or two types of resistance, such as magnetic, air-magnetic, or water. And the best part? All these machines can help you achieve a full-body workout.
Magnetic
One of the best things about magnetic resistance is that it requires virtually no maintenance during the rower's life. You can adjust the intensity on magnetic rowers by turning the resistance level dial. With each turn of the dial, you will control the distance of the magnets from the flywheel.
When the magnets are close to the flywheel, the repelling force generated by the magnets makes it harder to pull against the flywheel during your exercise.
Magnetic resistance is measurable, but it's not infinite. Most magnet rowers have a fixed limit, such as 8, 12, or 16 levels of resistance. However, once you reach the max resistance setting on the rower, you won't be able to apply additional force to the flywheel.
Individuals of all fitness levels can use magnetic rowers. But if you're preparing to buy a rower for light, in-home cardio activities, a basic magnetic rower, like the SF-RW5515 Magnetic Rower, will be more than enough to power your cardio.
If you prefer something that simulates actual rowing, look at our SF-RW5864 Full-Motion Magnetic Rowing Machine. Magnetic rowers like these have versatile row arms that allow you to row backward and forward.
Air-Magnetic
Air-magnetic rowers offer more resistance than standalone magnetic rowers. This is because air-magnetic rowers have dual resistance: two mechanisms that work against you as you pull against the rower's flywheel. In the case of the air-magnetic rower, it has the finite benefits of a magnetic rower but adds progressive air resistance.
Progressive air resistance is displacing air based on the strength of a rowing stroke through an onboard fan. The harder you pull, the more resistance you will feel. Most rowers use some form of a fan for air resistance.
Simply put, larger fan blades can displace more air and therefore provide more resistance.
Like standalone magnetic resistance, you can also control the baseline resistance on air-magnetic rowers. For additional resistance, you can pull harder against the fan blade to displace more air. In most rowers, you will have to engage both forms of resistance at the same time.
A rower with progressive resistance would work best for individuals that want more than a light cardio exercise and believe that their strength may quickly outgrow the resistance of the magnetic mechanism.
Water Resistance
Water resistance gives you more control over progressive resistance. Much like how a fan can displace air, a water rower has blades that displace water inside a controlled tank.
The user can determine how much water is in the tank to control the resistance level (which tends to have marked levels). The more water there is to displace, the more resistance you will endure during your exercise. Unlike its magnetic counterparts, the resistance levels are not fixed, and they can be hard to measure.
Water rowers may offer a great experience to those who prefer the natural pull and feel of the water when rowing.
Sunny Health And Fitness Top Rowers
- SF-RW5856 Magnetic Rowing Machine Rower, LCD Monitor W/Device Holder
- SF-RW5854 Magnetic Rowing Machine Rower w/ High Weight Capacity, Dual Resistance, Programmable Monitor
- SF-RW5622 Dual Function Magnetic Rowing Machine Rower W/LCD Monitor
- SF-RW5987 Space-Efficient Convenient Magnetic Rowing Machine
- SF-RW520050 Air Fan Rowing Machine Ergometer
- SF-RW5864 Full Motion Magnetic Rowing Machine Rower W/ LCD Monitor
- SF-RW5941 Multifunction SPM Magnetic Rowing Machine
- SF-RW5515 Magnetic Rowing Machine Rower w/ LCD Monitor
- SF-RW5801 Magnetic Rowing Machine, LCD Monitor W/ Bottle Holder - Synergy Power Motion
- SF-RW5639 Full Motion Rowing Machine Rower W/ 350lb Weight Capacity and LCD Monitor
- SF-RW1205 12 Adjustable Resistance Rowing Machine Rower w/ Digital Monitor
- SF-RW5940 Magnetic Air Resistance Rowing Machine
- SF-RW5935 Dual Rower Rowing Machine
- SF-RW5713 Obsidian Surge Water Rowing Machine
- SF-RW5606 Elastic Cord Rowing Machine Rower W/ LCD Monitor
- SF-RW5910 Phantom Hydro Water Rowing Machine
1) SF-RW5856 Magnetic Rowing Machine Rower, LCD Monitor W/Device Holder
Boost your in-home cardio exercise with this Flywheel Rowing Machine. Use the belt-drive mechanism to produce smooth and powerful strokes while gliding along the 44.5-inch slide rail.
Pull against the durable 5.5 lb exposed flywheel to condition muscles in your shoulders and core. Adjust the 16 levels of magnetic resistance to modify workout intensity on the indoor rower. Look at the easy-to-read digital meter to cycle through performance metrics. Use the mode button on the digital meter to tailor specific workout goals during each exercise session.
The magnetic rowing machine, which supports up to 285 lb, has large foot pedals, comfortable seating, and stabilizing feet for safety and comfort. Take advantage of the transportation wheels to conveniently move the compact rower. Fold the indoor rowing machine upright to store it in limited spaces.
2) SF-RW5854 Magnetic Rowing Machine Rower W/ High Weight Capacity, Dual Resistance, Programmable Monitor
The main highlight of the Programmable Magnetic Rower by Sunny Health and Fitness is the computer-controlled magnetic resistance system that enables you to increase the resistance of each pull to a level that is greater than many other rowers on the market.
Because of this, conditioning muscles in your back, shoulders, and core can be more challenging as you work towards producing precise rowing motions on this high-powered exercise machine.
The rower's dual resistance acts by pulling against the 11-pound flywheel and adjusting between 16 levels of magnetic resistance, which is two times the other Sunny rowers' resistance. Pivoting the workout meter on the indoor rowing machine will help you get the best view of your workout data.
The digital meter tracks workout duration, rowing strokes, and calories burned. Suppose you are unsure what rowing program to start. In that case, the rowing monitor comes equipped with program modes with seven workout presets, four customizable presets, two challenge modes, and one recovery mode.
3) SF-RW5622 Dual Function Magnetic Rowing Machine Rower W/LCD Monitor
Keep your workouts fresh and new with the SF-RW5622 Dual Function Magnetic Rowing Machine. First, use this rower in its traditional function for a smooth yet challenging rowing workout. Then, stand on the footplates to turn this rower into an upper body strength machine that targets your arms, upper back, and core.
This machine will keep you excited and engaged with its wide variety of exercise selections. Eight levels of magnetic resistance allow you to quickly change resistance levels to work towards your specific fitness goals.
Circuit train or just row and build your cardiovascular system while engaging your core and strengthening your back. After use, wheel the rower away and fold it to store with a minimal footprint.
4) SF-RW5987 Space-Efficient Convenient Magnetic Rowing Machine
Trying to get a full-body workout should never be a hassle. The Sunny Health & Fitness Space Efficient Convenient Magnetic Rowing Machine ensures that access to an excellent rowing workout is simple and easy. Combined with 16 levels of magnetic resistance, your workouts can be versatile and intense.
Customize and tailor your rowing sessions to suit your fitness goals. Packed with great features and a size-efficient footprint, this is ideal fitness equipment for home workouts. This rower is an all-around total home gym in one fantastic machine!
5) SF-RW520050 Air Fan Rowing Machine Ergometer
Be blown away by the effectiveness and dynamic resistance flexibility of the Sunny Health & Fitness Air Fan Rowing Machine Ergometer SF-RW520050.
This unique piece of workout equipment helps to achieve a total body exercise experience using wind resistance. The large eight bladed fan provides dynamic resistance to match the intensity of your row.
With each row, a refreshing gust of wind exhales through the machine to help keep you cool. When not in use, this machine folds up and is easily transported for storage. Get a fully dynamic resistance ergometer rowing machine in the Sunny Health & Fitness SF-RW520050.
6) SF-RW5864 Full Motion Magnetic Rowing Machine Rower W/ LCD Monitor
The Sunny Health and Fitness Full Motion Magnetic Rowing Machine was constructed to give users the free motion feel of dual oars moving through the water.
These oaring handles can move independently to help you produce powerful strokes on one or both sides. Your body will move along a long 40" slide rail with a 41″ inseam that also provides a smooth rowing experience.
You can challenge muscles groups in your upper and lower body with ergonomic rowing arms that have a wide range of motion. Change your hand positions on the multi-grip rowing arms to add variety to your rowing workouts easily.
Staying up to date with your workout information is straightforward when using the digital meter that monitors stroke count, duration, and calories burned.
7) SF-RW5941 Multifunction SPM Magnetic Rowing Machine
The Sunny Health & Fitness Multifunction Rowing Machine SF-RW5941 offers multiple ways to improve your fitness. Get a tremendous conventional rowing experience or switch things up with various upper body workouts all on the same machine.
This rower comes equipped with footplates to stand on when performing strength training exercises like rows and curls. In addition, its small footprint and foldable design allow you to store it out of sight when not in use.
Having this unique multifunction exercise equipment at home that can benefit the entire body is a great way to stay in shape and healthy.
8) SF-RW5515 Magnetic Rowing Machine Rower w/ LCD Monitor
Rowing into shape is made convenient with this top-of-the-line magnetic rowing machine. This rower offers all the necessities for an intense yet enjoyable rowing workout in the comfort of your own home.
With an improved smoother and quieter magnetic tension system with eight levels of adjustable tension, convenient large LCD console, fully padded seat, sizeable anti-slip foot pedals, and built-on transportation wheels, this rower is designed for convenience while also providing the challenging feel of an outdoor rowing experience.
The quality of its heavy-duty steel frame is built to withstand time and go the distance with users of all sizes and levels!
9) SF-RW5801 Magnetic Rowing Machine Rower, LCD Monitor W/ Bottle Holder - Synergy Power Motion
Tackling your fitness goals is no problem for this low-impact, full-body workout machine.
The SF-RW5801 Synergy Power Motion Magnetic Rowing Machine by Sunny Health and Fitness with help you engage your quads as you propel your legs back and forth on the ergonomic pivoting foot pedals. The oversized foot pedals move forward and backward with your feet to promote a powerful push that is sure to fire up your leg muscles.
Grasping the padded foam handlebar will feel great as you have the choice to crank up to 16 levels of magnetic resistance, providing a smooth and silent rowing stroke each time you pull.
The large, sweat-resistant seat supports you during long exercise sessions while keeping you comfortable and focused. The sturdy slide rail and frame will support users up to 250 LBS. With 43 inches of slide rail length, there is ample room to extend and retract your legs to help promote form and efficiency during each stroke.
10) SF-RW5639 Full Motion Rowing Machine Rower W/ 350lb Weight Capacity and LCD Monitor
Fitness at its best can only be accomplished by the best equipment. The 350 LB capacity SF-RW5639 Full Motion Rowing Machine by Sunny Health and Fitness will help you achieve your fitness goals. The full motion movement of the arms will burn more calories, increase strength by activating more muscles in the back, shoulders, and core.
The rower allows you to work both arms simultaneously with equal resistance. Increase or decrease the workout intensity with a simple turn of the resistance knob, which utilizes hydraulic resistance.
The integrated LCD digital monitor will track your stroke count, time, calories, and total count. The digital monitor is also equipped with a countdown feature for time, calories, and stroke.
In addition, this Full Motion Rowing Machine is equipped with a large, fully padded seat, nonslip handles bars, and oversized anti-slip foot pedals with adjustable straps.
11) SF-RW1205 12 Adjustable Resistance Rowing Machine Rower W/ Digital Monitor
This SF-RW1205 Rowing Machine by Sunny Health and Fitness provides all the benefits of a rowing workout in the comfort of your own home. With a smooth glide seat and 12 levels of resistance variations, you can adjust the intensity of your fitness routine to your exact specifications and needs.
This rowing machine has a heavy-duty commercial-grade steel frame with a simple design to provide an even rowing experience for both arms and your entire body.
It has foot straps to fit your athletic ability and comfort level with pivoting footplates for added comfort. This is an ideal machine for low-impact exercise when at home. Its compact design makes it easy to store when not in use.
Exercising in the comfort of your own home will be easy, convenient, and fun!
12) SF-RW5940 Magnetic Air Resistance Rowing Machine
You can feel the intensity and vigorousness of your rows as you get hit by gushes of wind coming from the Sunny Health & Fitness Magnetic Air Resistance Rowing Machine – SF-RW5940.
This rower is full of features such as an advanced performance monitor to enhance your rowing experience. This rowing machine offers unique both air and magnetic resistance to fine-tune and match your fitness goals.
Make sure you strap into the large oversized footpads because your rowing strokes will be more than just a breeze!
13) SF-RW5935 Dual Rower Rowing Machine
Make gains on nearly every muscle group using the Sunny Health & Fitness Multifunctional Rowing Machine - SF-RW5935. Combined with 16 levels of magnetic resistance, your workouts can be versatile and intense.
Take a break from rowing to stand on the footplates and strength train your arms and upper back. This rower can provide a fantastic total body workout. Customize and tailor your rowing sessions to suit your fitness goals.
This rower is an all-around total home gym in one amazing machine!
14) SF-RW5713 Obsidian Surge Water Rowing Machine Rower W/ LCD Monitor
The Obsidian Surge is a top-quality product for a top-quality workout. The adjustable water resistance will keep your workouts engaging and challenging. In addition, rowing can work up to 85% of the body's muscular system without the collective impact of other conventional cardio exercises.
So, if your goal is to increase overall cardio and muscular endurance while burning a substantial number of calories, this rower will help. In addition, if you desire to improve your rowing performance, this rower comes equipped with a 500-meter race mode function that sets you up against various 500-meter times. You can race against the computer to see how fast you can row 500 meters.
This rowing machine provides you with a tremendous motivational training tool to help you build your rowing speed and power.
15) SF-RW5606 Elastic Cord Rowing Machine Rower W/ LCD Monitor
The Sunny Health & Fitness SF-RW5606 Elastic Cord Rowing Machine provides a unique way to increase fitness by burning calories and building muscle in a safe, low-impact way. Made of top-grade steel, this ultra-smooth and quiet rower features an elastic cord resistance with four levels of adjustable elastic tension.
Featuring the option to fold, the Sunny Health & Fitness Elastic Cord Rowing machine is very portable and can easily be stored away.
16) SF-RW5910 Phantom Hydro Water Rowing Machine
The Sunny Health & Fitness Phantom Hydro Water Rowing Machine SF-RW5910 offers a unique 60° angle water tank design. The 16 hydro blade design gives you a higher quality rowing experience with more consistent resistance.
The advanced digital monitor helps track time, time for a standard 500 M session, spm (strokes per minute), distance, strokes, total strokes, calories burned, monitor pulse (with chest strap), calendar, temperature & clock. You will have confidence sitting on the durable design with a 300 LB max user weight limit.
This folding water rowing machine is a must-have for people who want a home gym but don't think they have space. Folding the transportation wheels will allow you to move the machine for storage. The onboard mobile device holder that swivels will let you watch your favorite training videos.
Equipped with a bottle holder to stay hydrated, you can endure longer cardio workouts. With a secure strap, your feet will feel secure while pressing through the 2-way adjustable foot pedals. Transportation wheels provide easy movement and storage.
Overall this rower is sure to test even the most avid rowing enthusiast and give anyone who loves the feel of on-water rowing an excellent workout experience every time.
