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10.0
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Experts recommend Concept2 RowErg more than Bodycraft VR500
As of 9 Apr 2024, experts prefer Concept2 RowErg over Bodycraft VR500, but both Rowing Machines have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Concept2 RowErg received 8 recommendations: from Verywell Fit (20 Mar 2024), HiConsumption (14 Jul 2023) The Strategist (12 Mar 2021) and 5 others. By contrast, Bodycraft VR500 received only 1 recommendation from The Home Gym (8 Jan 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Rowing Machine | Verywell Fit  | HiConsumption  | The Home Gym  | The Strategist  | Popular Mechanics  | Healthline  | The Trend Spotter  | greatist  | Business Insider  | SELF  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Check price |  Concept2 RowErg The Concept2 RowErg is a highly regarded indoor rowing machine known for its durable build, ergonomic design, and versatile features, making it suitable for serious rowers, Olympians, CrossFit enthusiasts, and athletes at all training levels. | 7 | 4 |
- | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 1 |
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| 33 | N/A | $1785 |  Bodycraft VR500 | - | - | 7 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 8 Jan 2024 The Home Gym ranked Bodycraft VR500 as #7
Rank Rowing Machine ... ... #7 out of 12 Bodycraft VR500 ... ... Source: the-home-gym.com - On 20 Mar 2024 Verywell Fit ranked Concept2 RowErg as #7
Rank Rowing Machine Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 7 Concept2 RowErg Best CommercialSource: www.verywellfit.com - On 14 Jul 2023 HiConsumption ranked Concept2 RowErg as #4
Rank Rowing Machine Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 9 Concept2 RowErg Best Overall... ... ... Source: hiconsumption.com - On 12 Mar 2021 The Strategist ranked Concept2 RowErg as #1
Rank Rowing Machine Comment #1 out of 7 Concept2 RowErg Snooping: Jason Statham’s rowing machine... ... ... Source: nymag.com - On 14 Jan 2023 Popular Mechanics ranked Concept2 RowErg as #1
Rank Rowing Machine Comment #1 out of 10 Concept2 RowErg Most Reliable... ... ... Source: www.popularmechanics.com - On 29 Jun 2022 Healthline ranked Concept2 RowErg as #1
Rank Rowing Machine Comment #1 out of 9 Concept2 RowErg Best overall rowing machine... ... ... Source: www.healthline.com - On 5 Jan 2023 The Trend Spotter ranked Concept2 RowErg as #5
Rank Rowing Machine ... ... #5 out of 20 Concept2 RowErg ... ... Source: www.thetrendspotter.net - On 25 May 2022 greatist ranked Concept2 RowErg as #7
Rank Rowing Machine Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 10 Concept2 RowErg Best air resistance... ... ... Source: greatist.com - On 25 Jan 2024 Business Insider ranked Concept2 RowErg as #1
Rank Rowing Machine Comment #1 out of 9 Concept2 RowErg Best rowing machine overall... ... ... Source: www.businessinsider.com
After counting and adding up the 102 expert endorsements of the April rankings, Concept2 RowErg outranks Bodycraft VR500. This is not to say that Bodycraft VR500 is a bad option. Like Concept2 RowErg, it is recommended by experts, but less.
Where to buy?
Bodycraft VR500 
Concept2 RowErg 
As can be seen below, Concept2 RowErg is mentioned by key experts in Apr 2024, while Bodycraft VR500 is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Rowing Machine | Verywell Fit | HiConsumption | The Home Gym | The Strategist | Popular Mechanics | Healthline | The Trend Spotter | greatist | Business Insider | SELF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Check price | Concept2 RowErg The Concept2 RowErg is a highly regarded indoor rowing machine known for its durable build, ergonomic design, and versatile features, making it suitable for serious rowers, Olympians, CrossFit enthusiasts, and athletes at all training levels. | 7 | 4 | - | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 1 | - |
| 2 | - | $2400 |  NordicTrack RW900 The NordicTrack RW900 is a top-of-the-line smart rowing machine that offers a premium rowing experience with its wide touchscreen display, adjustable resistance levels, and immersive workout options. | 6 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 6 | - | 3 | 7 | 7 |
| 3 | - | $1945 |  Hydrow Rower The Hydrow Connected Rower is a durable and high-quality magnetic resistance rowing machine that offers a smooth and comfortable rowing experience for users of all skill levels. | - | - | 1 | 3 | 8 | - | - | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| 4 | - | $249 |  Sunny Health SF-RW5515 The Sunny Health SF-RW5515 rowing machine is a magnetic resistance machine that offers smooth and quiet operation, adjustable resistance levels, and a compact design, making it a reliable and efficient option for users of all fitness levels. | - | - | 12 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 14 | - | 9 | 3 |
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Expert reviews [8]
Total expert reviews: 8
- with a score: 5
- without a score: 3
| Highest score by rowingmachine-guide.com | 90 |
| Average score based on 8 reviews | 85 |
| Lowest score by betterzombie.com | 70 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
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Expert reviews [30]
Total expert reviews: 30
- with a score: 12
- without a score: 18
| Highest score by Fit and Well | 100 |
| Average score based on 30 reviews | 95 |
| Lowest score by Expert Reviews | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Easy to Read Black Mask LCD w/LED Backlit Display and Keys.
- Electronically Controlled Air and Eddy Current Magnetic Resistance with 32 levels.
- Ergonomically Correct Comfort Grip Aluminum Handlebar with 4 Button IR Remote Resistance Controls.
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From Seller:
- Your purchase includes One Concept2 Indoor Rowing Machine, D Model. A Performance Monitor 5 computer, One Model D User Manual, One Performance Monitor Quick Start Guide, tools and illustrated assembly instructions
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Official Urls:
Official Urls:
EAN Numbers: 0848688027113, 0848688027120
Model Numbers: 2711-US, 2712-US
UPC Numbers: 848688027113, 848688027120
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Bodycraft VR500 is a well-known option at the top of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling rowing machines and has quite a few popular alternatives in the same price range, such as WaterRower Classic S4 or Hydrow Rower .
Bodycraft VR500 is $1265.01 more expensive than the average rowing machine ($519.99).
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Sunny Health SF-RW5515 ranks #19 out of 47. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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