Topic
Magnetic rowers
Magnetic rowers set resistance with magnets near a flywheel. They are the quietest type, which suits flats and early mornings.
- Resistance
- Magnets, set levels
- Sound
- Quiet
Moving magnets closer to the flywheel rim adds resistance in fixed levels, chosen with a knob or on the console. Electromagnetic models change level from the console or an app.
Compare the number of levels, the rail length (taller rowers need a longer rail), the max user weight in kg and the footprint in cm.
Guides on this topic
- How do magnetic rowing machines work?How a magnetic rowing machine creates resistance with eddy currents, why moving magnets closer makes it harder and how electromagnetic rowers set levels.Guide
- Are magnetic rowing machines any good?The pros and cons of magnetic rowing machines: where they shine on noise, size and simplicity, and where they fall short against air and water rowers.Guide
Buying guides on this topic
- Best magnetic rowing machinesSeven magnetic and electromagnetic rowers compared by resistance levels, adjustment method, rail length, max user weight and storage.Buying guide
- Best rowing machines under £500Seven lower-priced magnetic and water rowers checked for rail length, resistance levels, max user weight, storage and app support.Buying guide
- Best smart rowing machines with a screen or appSix connected rowers compared by screen, app support, subscription needs, resistance type and footprint, using the facts in each listing.Buying guide