Concept2 · Updated June 2026
Concept2 RowErg: price, specs & release date
Concept2 RowErg, released 2003. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
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The Concept2 RowErg is listed at $990 on concept2.com as of 2026-06-27, #3 cheapest of 10 rowing machines (median $1435); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 35/100 pay-blind standing, #6 of 12 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest rowing machines: Sunny Health & Fitness SF-RW5515 — $399.99
- Best for Best rower / best workout experience of all machines tested; Sturdy, commercial-grade build that doesn't feel cheap.
- Skip if Expensive at roughly $1,000 is a dealbreaker.
Is the Concept2 RowErg a good buy?
At $990, the Concept2 RowErg is #3 cheapest of the 10 rowing machines we track, where the median is $1435. On the spec sheet, its weight of 57 lb is the lowest of the 12, its release year of 2003 is the lowest of the 5, and its max user weight of 500 lb is above the median of the 12. By release date, it is the oldest of the 5 we date.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
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Two independent labs measured this product across 2 physical metrics — resistance levels and setup. With a second lab on record, each figure comes from more than one independent hands-on source — a measure of how much evidence exists, not a rating of the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Concept2 RowErg
Both whitelisted hands-on testers — Wirecutter and Garage Gym Reviews — rank the Concept2 RowErg the best rower they've tested. Shared praise: a sturdy, commercial-grade build that doesn't feel cheap, clear and reliably accurate PM5 metrics, and strong durability with easy parts replacement. Shared gripe: the roughly $1,000 price and a simple monitor with basic built-in programming. Wirecutter alone credits the secure, non-slip foot holsters and flags loud operation plus having to stop mid-workout to change resistance; Garage Gym Reviews alone notes the seat hardens over long-term use. Noise is the one clear disagreement.
Based on 2 reviews · 2 lab-tested · 2026-01-02–2026-06-01
Tested by Wirecutter, Garage Gym Reviews
Consistently praised
- Best rower / best workout experience of all machines tested · 2 sources
- Sturdy, commercial-grade build that doesn't feel cheap · 2 sources
- PM5 monitor metrics are clear and reliably accurate · 2 sources
- Durable and repairable; replacement parts readily available · 2 sources
- Foot holsters keep feet secure without slipping
Commonly flagged
- Expensive at roughly $1,000 · 2 sources
- Simple monitor with minimal built-in interactive programming · 2 sources
- Loud flywheel — noisiest rower Wirecutter tested
- Must stop and dismount mid-workout to change resistance/damper
Where reviewers disagree Noise is the clearest split. Wirecutter judged the RowErg 'the noisiest rower we tested,' while Garage Gym Reviews says 'The Concept2 RowErg is really quiet and certainly quieter than a treadmill.' The benchmarks differ — Wirecutter compares it against other rowers, GGR against a treadmill — but the two leave opposite impressions of how loud it is.
The sources (2)
resistance levels: 10
it provided the best workout experience of all the rowing machines we tested
rowing experts we consulted unanimously agreed that the RowErg’s metrics were reliably accurate.
the RowErg is noticeably louder than the other machines we tested
assembly/setup time: 10-20 minutes
The Concept2 RowErg is far and away the best rowing machine we’ve ever reviewed.
several users who had logged a lot of meters on the Concept2 mentioned that the seat gets harder over time
Truly, the only thing that we’d like to see improved is the PM5 Performance Monitor.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $990 MSRP, standard legs; tall-legs version $1,155 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Concept2 |
| Released | 2003 |
| Resistance type | air |
| Max user weight (lb) | 500 |
| Footprint (in) | 96 x 24 |
| Foldable | No |
| Monitor or touchscreen | PM5 Performance Monitor (LCD) |
| Subscription required | No |
| Weight (lb) | 57 |
Source: concept2.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by garagegymreviews.com. Price $990 (standard legs) / $1,155 (tall legs) confirmed on the official Concept2 product page and Garage Gym Reviews 2026. Air resistance via fanned flywheel with 1-10 spiral damper. Max user weight 500 lb is Concept2's figure; the EN 20957-7 standard rating is 300 lb. Separates into two pieces tool-free for storage but does not fold -> foldable false. The 'RowErg' name is the 2021 rebrand of the Model D, first introduced July 2003; releaseDate 2003 reflects the original Model D introduction. PM5 monitor is the current-shipping monitor (original 2003 Model D shipped PM3).
Is the Concept2 RowErg worth it vs cheaper rowing machines?
Concept2 RowErg against its closest cheaper and pricier rowing machines on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 10 ranked
| Product | Price | Resistance type | Max user weight (lb) | Footprint (in) | Foldable | Monitor or touchscreen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concept2 RowErg this | $990 | air | 500 | 96 x 24 | No | PM5 Performance Monitor (LCD) |
| Echelon Row-s | $799.99 | magnetic | 350 | 84 x 21 | Yes | 22-inch HD rotating touchscreen |
| WaterRower Original Series (Oak) | $1199 | water | 700 | 82 x 22 | No | S4 Performance Monitor (LCD) |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Concept2 RowErg?
Both whitelisted hands-on testers — Wirecutter and Garage Gym Reviews — rank the Concept2 RowErg the best rower they've tested. Shared praise: a sturdy, commercial-grade build that doesn't feel cheap, clear and reliably accurate PM5 metrics, and strong durability with easy parts replacement. Shared gripe: the roughly $1,000 price and a simple monitor with basic built-in programming. Wirecutter alone credits the secure, non-slip foot holsters and flags loud operation plus having to stop mid-workout to change resistance; Garage Gym Reviews alone notes the seat hardens over long-term use. Noise is the one clear disagreement. Praised: Best rower / best workout experience of all machines tested; Sturdy, commercial-grade build that doesn't feel cheap; PM5 monitor metrics are clear and reliably accurate; Durable and repairable; replacement parts readily available; Foot holsters keep feet secure without slipping. Flagged: Expensive at roughly $1,000; Simple monitor with minimal built-in interactive programming; Loud flywheel — noisiest rower Wirecutter tested; Must stop and dismount mid-workout to change resistance/damper; Seat can harden / get uncomfortable over long-term use. (From 2 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)
How much does the Concept2 RowErg cost?
The Concept2 RowErg has a US price of $990 (MSRP, standard legs; tall-legs version $1,155), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Concept2 RowErg compare on price?
At $990, the Concept2 RowErg is #3 cheapest of the 10 rowing machines we track, where the median is $1435.
When was the Concept2 RowErg released?
The Concept2 RowErg was released 2003.
What are the Concept2 RowErg's key specs?
Concept2 RowErg (Concept2): resistance type air, max user weight lb 500, footprint in 96 x 24, foldable No, monitor or touchscreen PM5 Performance Monitor (LCD). Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $990 at concept2.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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