Topic
Water rowers
Water rowers spin paddles in a tank, so the resistance and the sound feel close to rowing on water.
- Resistance
- Paddles in water
- Adjust by
- Tank litres
Like air rowers, water rowers get heavier the harder you pull. You change the overall feel by adding or removing water, so check the tank capacity in litres and how easy it is to fill.
Many have wooden frames and store upright on end. Check the upright footprint and height before you buy.
Guides on this topic
- How to fill and clean a water rower tankHow to fill a water rower tank to the right level, use purification tablets, deal with green or cloudy water and drain the tank before a move.How-to
- Water or magnetic rowing machine?Water or magnetic rowing machine? Compare stroke feel, noise, maintenance, resistance levels and storage to pick the right rower for your home.Comparison
Buying guides on this topic
- Best water rowing machinesFive water rowers compared by frame material, monitor and app support, max user weight, length and how they store, from the makers' listings.Buying guide
- WaterRower models compared: Oxbridge, Original, Performance and HybridFour WaterRower models compared by frame material, monitor, max user weight, length and warranty, so you can choose by finish and budget.Buying guide