Name: NordicTrack RW200
Brand: NordicTrack
SKU: a7346066-06a3-4f27-a447-7c1b8106a76c
Rating: 7.4 (750 reviews)

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Experts prefer Sunny Health Obsidian Surge over NordicTrack RW200

On 9 May 2024 (9 days ago) we went through 100 Rowing Machine expert endorsements .

Currently, Sunny Health Obsidian Surge received 2 endorsements from Popular Mechanics (14 Jan 2023) and The Strategist (12 Mar 2021). Meanwhile, NordicTrack RW200 did not receive any endorsements this month.

Rank	Change	Price	Rowing Machine	SELF	Verywell Fit	The Trend Spotter	Healthline	Popular Mechanics	The Strategist	The Home Gym	greatist	Business Insider	CNET
19	+1	Check price	Sunny Health Obsidian Surge The Sunny Health Obsidian Surge is a water rowing machine that offers adjustable resistance levels, a comfortable seating experience, and a space-saving design, making it a great option for home gyms.	-	-	-	-	10	7	-	-	-	-
N/A	N/A	Check price	NordicTrack RW200	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

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Endorsement summary:

On 14 Jan 2023 Popular Mechanics ranked Sunny Health Obsidian Surge as #10

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#10 out of 10 Sunny Health Obsidian Surge
Budget-Friendly Water Rower

Source: www.popularmechanics.com
On 12 Mar 2021 The Strategist ranked Sunny Health Obsidian Surge as #7

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#7 out of 7 Sunny Health Obsidian Surge
People’s Choice: Best water rowing machine on Amazon

Source: nymag.com

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NordicTrack RW200

Sunny Health Obsidian Surge

Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.

As can be seen below, Sunny Health Obsidian Surge is mentioned by key experts in May 2024, while NordicTrack RW200 is not.

Rank	Change	Price	Rowing Machine	SELF	Verywell Fit	The Trend Spotter	Healthline	Popular Mechanics	The Strategist	The Home Gym	greatist	Business Insider	CNET
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	5	1	1	1	-	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.	7	6	-	6	3	4	5	3	7	-
3	-	$1745	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.	2	-	-	-	8	3	1	2	4	-
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.	3	-	14	2	2	6	12	-	9	-
5	+3	$800	Echelon Row-S The Echelon Smart Rower is a highly praised rowing machine that combines traditional rowing features with smart technology, offering adjustable magnetic resistance, workout tracking, live classes, and a compact design.	-	4	-	3	9	-	9	10	-	4
6	-	$1445	Hydrow Wave The Hydrow Wave is a compact and customizable smart rowing machine that offers a realistic and comfortable rowing experience, making it ideal for individuals living in smaller spaces.	5	1	-	-	-	-	-	-	5	3
7	-	$1129	WaterRower Ash The WaterRower Natural Rowing Machine is a highly recommended water resistance rowing machine that offers a realistic and smooth rowing experience, with customizable intensity, comfortable seating, and durable construction.	9	-	-	-	7	2	-	8	8	-
8	-3	Check price	The Ergatta Rower Water rower that provides a realistic and enjoyable rowing experience, with adjustable resistance based on stroke intensity, a tablet display for tracking progress, and a compact design suitable for limited spaces.	6	2	-	-	-	-	2	-	3	-
9	New *	$2995	Peloton Row	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	6	1
10	+1	$135	Stamina Trac Glider 1050 The Stamina Trac Glider 1050 is a budget-friendly hydraulic rowing machine that offers a smooth and consistent rowing experience, with adjustable resistance levels and a compact design.	-	-	-	4	-	-	-	-	2	-
11	+2	Check price	Peloton Row Basics The Peloton Row Basics Rowing Machine is a smart and durable indoor rowing machine that offers a connected fitness experience with interactive classes and features, providing a comfortable and customizable rowing experience for users of all levels.	4	3	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
15	-5	$1200	ProForm 750R The ProForm 750R Rowing Machine is a versatile mid-range option that offers a smooth and comfortable workout experience, with adjustable resistance levels and a range of features to enhance your training.	-	-	4	-	4	-	-	-	-	-
16	+2	Check price	MaxKare Magnetic Tension The MaxKare Magnetic Tension Rowing Machine is a highly regarded and compact rowing machine that offers a smooth and challenging workout experience with adjustable resistance levels.	-	-	-	5	-	5	-	-	-	-
17	New *	Check price	Aviron Impact Series	-	-	-	-	-	-	4	-	-	7
18	-9	$259	Stamina ATS Air The Stamina ATS Air Rowing Machine is a basic, compact, and foldable rowing machine that provides a smooth and effective workout with adjustable air resistance, but lacks advanced features and has mixed reviews on durability.	-	-	-	-	5	-	10	-	-	-
19	+1	Check price	Sunny Health Obsidian Surge The Sunny Health Obsidian Surge is a water rowing machine that offers adjustable resistance levels, a comfortable seating experience, and a space-saving design, making it a great option for home gyms.	-	-	-	-	10	7	-	-	-	-
20	+1	Check price	Schwinn Crewmaster The Schwinn Crewmaster Rowing Machine is a versatile and durable option for individuals looking to improve their fitness in a limited space.	-	-	18	7	-	-	-	-	-	-
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No expert reviews linked yet for NordicTrack RW200.

Expert reviews [10]

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Total expert reviews: 10

with a score: 4
without a score: 6

Highest score by Jay's Home Gym	90
Average score based on 10 reviews	84
Lowest score by rowingmachine-guide.com	75

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WATER PERFORMANCE: Instant resistance is available with the flywheel and 16 fan blades. The faster the fan blades spin the higher resistance and dynamic response caused by the harmonious interaction with the water, giving the user a unique experience.
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