The Hydrow is considered the king of rowing machines and you can now find a more compact and affordable option in the form of Hydrow Wave. It offers all of the amazing features of the Hydrow in a lightweight and smaller design and at a lower price point. You can also get it in several fun color options.
What else does the Hydrow Wave offer?
Content and console
Hydrow’s content is truly outstanding because it offers you outdoor rowing classes that are actually filmed on water. Experienced rowing athletes lead these classes and provide you with guidance. The combination of energetic instructors, high-quality videography, and beautiful locations make the content exceptional. But, this content can only be accessed when you pay a subscription fee of $44 a month.
The Hydrow Wave has a smaller screen of about 16 inches, as opposed to the original which comes with a screen of 22 inches. However, you are unlikely to feel much of a difference because everything can be seen clearly and the touchscreen is just as responsive.
Footprint and portability
The main selling point of the Hydrow Wave is the smaller footprint, as it is 30% smaller than the original. It measures 80 x 19 x 43 inches, which makes it an excellent choice for people looking for a more compact rower. You can also get a vertical anchor kit separately if you have space issues. Since it has front-mounted casters, you will be able to move the machine around easily.
Durability and construction
Similar to its original counterpart, the Hydrow Wave delivers exceptional build quality. It is made up of a black polycarbonate frame, which is likely to withstand years of use because the material is highly impact-resistant. The frame has an industrial finish, which looks great and it resists scuffing as well. Even though the frame is smaller and lighter, the Hydrow Wave still has the same weight capacity of 375 pounds. It is sturdy and structurally sound and you will not feel any shaking, or shifting, regardless of the intensity.
Tech specs of Hydrow Wave
The new rower from Hydrow is also tech-infused, as it supports both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. You can connect it to your Apple Watch or any other fitness tracker and even a heart rate monitor for tracking your workouts. An external speaker can also be connected to the rower. You can download the Hydrow app for both Android and iOS devices, but you may not have to use it much because of the display on the Hydrow Wave that can be used for streaming workouts directly.
The most notable tech feature of the Hydrow Wave is the resistance mechanism. The magnetic resistance is computer-controlled and is extremely fluid.
Pros
- Live and on-demand workouts
- Easily portable and more compact than the original Hydrow
- 16” HD touchscreen display
- Durable and lasting polycarbonate frame
Cons
- A monthly subscription needed for streaming workouts
- Still quite expensive for many
- Storage kit has to be purchased separately
Conclusion
Weighing only 102lbs, the Hydrow Wave is a smaller, lighter, and more compact version of the Hydrow and offers value for money due to its durability and other features.
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Summary
The Hydrow is considered the king of rowing machines and you can now find a more compact and affordable option in the form of Hydrow Wave.
