Home – Rowing Machine Reviews – Best Water Rowers in Canada
A home gym has become a more of a necessity in a coronavirus riddled world, however not just any workout equipment while do it’s crucial to find workout equipment that works out your entire body. An exercise rowing machine with water tension is just that equipment, indoor rowing exercise benefits are that it’s a perfect full-body workout that can boost your heart health while at the same time burn calories and increase muscle mass. Rowing machines for your home can be a great way to get exercise while avoiding the risk of injury. Water rowers are a low-impact tool just like bicycles but at the same time can burn upwards of 500 calories in an hour. Unlike other cardio workouts though water rowers provide not only a cardio workout but also a strength workout.
There are so many benefits to add a water rowing machine to your home gym it’s basically a no-brainer to add it today. However, with the hundreds of water rowing machines on the market it can be difficult to find the best home water rowers in Canada. Good water rowing machines offer many different benefits and capabilities and finding the perfect one for you can be extra hard. Whether you want a commercial grade water rower or a more light-weight option we want to help you find the best water rowers in Canada for you. If you’re on a budget, we want to make sure you know the best affordable rowing machine in Canada.
| Number | Name | Resistance | Folding | Bluetooth | Capacity | Frame |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | First Degree Fitness Apollo Pro V | Water | No | Yes | 330 LBs | Low-Rise |
| 2 | WaterRower Natural Rower | Water | No | No | 700 LBs | Low-Rise |
| 3 | First Degree Fitness Viking II | Water | No | No | 300 LBs | Low-Rise |
| 4 | Rudolf Rowing Machine | Water | No | Yes | 300 LBs | Low-Rise |
| 5 | Xterra Fitness ERG600W | Water | No | No | 350 LBs | Low-Rise |
| 6 | Sunny Health & Fitness SF-RW5910 | Water | Yes | No | 300 LBs | High-Rise |
| 7 | Sunny Health & Fitness SF-RW5713 | Water | No | No | 265 LBs | High-Rise |
| 8 | BATTIFE Water Rowing Machine | Water | No | Yes | 302 LBs | Low-Rise |
| 9 | Allkpoper Water Rowing Machine | Water | Yes | No | 220 LBs | Low-Rise |
The design of this beautiful looking water resistance rowing machine is a reason enough to buy it. It is an addition to any room in your house that would actually make it look better than worse like with many workout equipment. The dimensions are 100 x 57 x 54.99 cm, and it weighs 33kgs. As with many water resistance rowing machines it is not foldable, but it can be stored vertically.
There is much to love with this model especially compared to the previous model it has a 15% greater resistance than the standard horizontal models. Also, for those who need back support while working out it is compatible with seat back kit for correct posture and optimal back support. The Apollo company also says that this model doesn’t discriminate against people at any fitness ability anyone from a casual user through an elite athlete will benefit from this workout.
Another thing to love about this model is the ability for it to hold your phone while you work out and also the Bluetooth auto-adjust monitor that it has. This technology automatically correlating the chosen tank resistance with the console display for a more accurate and efficient workout. This is a huge benefit of any workout equipment that you can have being able to watch stuff on your phone while you workout and a display that adjust with how much resistance is being applied against you.
On top of all of this the company offers a very generous warranty. It offers 5 years of the original purchase and a 2-year limited warranty of the mechanical components while a one-year warranty on all other components. However, all of this does come at a price an actual price it’s a super expensive model but with all of this benefits it does seem like it would be worth it. This model is 2350 CDN so it’s definitely on the very high side but if you’re able to afford it you won’t be missing out on anything.
Conclusion
This a perfect model, everything about this is perfect from the looks to the actual working out on this machine. You don’t have to worry about it falling apart without a warranty and the likelihood of it falling apart is pretty low because it’s made from very high-quality equipment. Even the console is something to love and the ability to hold your phone is just a cherry topper. The only thing holding back this machine is the price range it is in, but it deserves to because of the stuff it offers.
Pros
Everything about this model is a pro
Cons
The price
This rustic looking water resistance machine has the measurements of 2.11 x 0.61 x 0.53 Meters and weighs including the water 47kgs. It can be stored vertically so that’s a nice addition. This machine is built rock solid even if you are going as hard as you can. However, a big benefit of this machine is that it is very quiet, and you still hear the swishing of the water even when the seat is sliding up and down.
This machine is great for working out it has a comfortable seat and a very smooth pull. It’s solid ash and oak construction absorbs sound and vibrations. However, a downside which is common with water rowers is that the footrest is stationary and aren’t positioned well for comfort.
The monitor is a S4 performance monitor it’s an easy to read monitor even though it’s not in the middle of the machine. It has all the capabilities of most monitors it has the ability to read heart rate, track workout intensity, and stroke rate. The nice added benefit to this is that it’s PC-compatible so you can download all your data. It also has the ability to race against other WaterRower owners any where in the world.
This model comes with a 1 year only but upgraded to 3 years when you register with WaterRower. However, most users say it last way longer than the warranty and the only issue brought up is the water tank which is fixable with a kit the WaterRower sends. It has a very comfortable seat and is made well to work well with you workout intensity.
Conclusion
For under 2000 CDN this isn’t a bad price for everything, and the console is a good for the price. Most models even more expensive have consoles that are worse. I do think the overall build of this model is very well made and it will hold up to time. I would recommend this model to anyone who wants a machine that will scale to them meaning the better you get the harder the machine will compete against you.
Pros
Console is great, looks great, vertically storing
Cons
A little expensive, tank might break after a few years
This water resistance rowing machine comes from one of the two biggest names in the water rowing market. Its dimensions are 2.13 x 0.56 x 0.53 Meters, and it weighs 72kgs when water is added and with a weight capacity of 136kgs. It is a hybrid of hardwood and dual steel rails allows for a clean look and a comfortable pull.
The machine offers a dial to adjust the resistance system mid-workout and it is low maintenance, and its under warranty as long as you don’t use it for heavy duty commercial use. This model actual has a higher seat than most other models which allows for a more comfortable work out and with a padded comfortable seat there’s no worry about sitting pain after working out.
Its LCD monitor does leave some things to be wanted with not ability to connect to Bluetooth, but it does have a usb port so if you want to use that it will work similarly. It does keep track of time, distance, 500m split time, strokes per minute, calories burned per hour, watts, and heart rate. All of which is super nice, and most water resistance rowers don’t have great monitors so its not a huge loss compared to other models.
It’s an easy to store model being able to be stored vertically and the wood used in the making of this model actually comes from a sustainably sourced ash wood. It also has adjustable footplates that have six sizes to choose from. However, when the model does change its resistance levels it does take a few strokes to change with it.
Conclusion
This a model that comes with more good benefits and some down sides. With a price just around 2200 CDN this model might be out of many peoples price range. However, it does have an adjustable resistance which isn’t widely available in a lot of water resistance models so that’s a huge plus to this model that others can’t offer. For the price this would be an investment but one with a long warranty and of high-quality materials so you shouldn’t be worried about losing your money.
Pros
Higher seat, variable water resistances, good warranty
Cons
Not a great monitor for price, takes awhile for new resistance levels to take place
This elegant design is made for easy storage with its ability to stand up you don’t have to worry about this model taking too much space in your home. With a compact dimension and a product weight of 35kgs with a maximum weight of 130 kgs. This can really handle a lot of weight so it’s definitely durable but unfortunately doesn’t come with any kind of warranty.
This body design made out of hardwood will fit in with your house just like its furniture and not workout equipment. However, this is definitely workout equipment and gives you a real live boating experience and a great workout at the same time. This machine also offers a silent exercise with a quiet flushing sound. This won’t disturb anyone in your house or your neighbors.
However, the monitor is very basic and leaves much to be wanted in a monitor however this isn’t uncommon in many water resistances machines so it’s not a huge downside. It does however keep track of all-important data just doesn’t have a way to transfer it to you. This data includes stats, time spent, strokes, and calories burned in an hour.
This water resistance machine can offer a real boating experience in the comfort of your own home. It can give you a good workout and you can adjust how hard that workout is by adding you removing water. And the ability of this piece to fold up is amazing and will make this much worth the price of over 1000 CDN.
Conclusion
This is a machine that is much cheaper than other models but is still worth the price. While the monitor lacks much of the ability of other machines on this list if you can get over that this can hold a lot of weight and is pretty durable. In addition to not having a great monitor it doesn’t have a way to adjust resistance without removing water and also doesn’t have a warranty so those are big drawbacks but the others with those benefits cost much more.
Pros
Cheaper, durable, natural sound
Cons
No warranty, monitor is not very good
This definitely looks the part of a water resistance machine and it definitely is on the more budget end of water rowing machines on this list. It has a sleek design, and its sleek steel frame looks super nice. The dimensions are 2.05 x 0.56 x 0.84 Meters, and it weighs 37.5kgs and yes, it is foldable to save room in your house. It has a maximum weight capacity of 158kgs.
There are 6 resistance levels however these are determined by the amount of water used in the tank so it’s not as easy as changing a knob you have to do it manually and either add or remove water. However, this is probably due to it being a cheaper model and to get a model with that ability you probably will have to spend much more. It also comes with a raised seat height to get you on and off the rower with ease so if you have problems with that this might just be the rower for you. Along with that the large, contoured seat makes working out more comfortable and helps you perform better in your workouts.
The monitor is powered by two AA batteries and it is a 5.5” LCD that is very easy to read. It can read your heart rate but doesn’t come with a chest strap. It doesn’t have any Bluetooth capabilities and it is a little lacking but what more can you expect from a budget rower. It does come with some nice features though like racing against the computer and countdown times, distance, calories burned and strokes. The biggest perk of this specific monitor is the recovery button for the end of your workout.
The impellers active motion in the water tank creates peaceful sounds while you work out. You might worry that with a budget rower that you might waste your money when after buying but it comes with a 5-year frame warranty, 2-year for parts, but only 3 months on labor if any parts do need to be replaced but all in all it’s a great warranty for a machine at this price.
Conclusion
This might be the best affordable rowing machine in Canada. If you are on a budget but still want to get a great workout this will perform great for you. At below 650 CDN this is a steal compared to other models. This offers the basics that most other models offer it just lacks the ability to change resistance with a knob and a better monitor. However, for the most part this is just ease of use and not really a huge deal. This is the best budget rowing machine on this list.
Pros
Affordable, looks great, foldable
Cons
Lacks a good monitor, a little noisy, no heartbeat strap
A sleek hydro water resistance rowing machine comes with the dimensions of 2.07 x 0.54 x 1 Meters and a weight of 40kgs and with the maximum weight capacity of 136kgs. It has a very durable design, and it is foldable so if you need one that can be folded up and put away, so this is a very nice machine.
This model does come with a great designed water resistance tank. It sits at 60 degrees, so this is the first model we are looking at that doesn’t lay the tank flat. It also has 16 hydro blades that does provide that resistance. It’s also very quiet when you are working out the only thing that is making noise is the water sloshing in the tank. One of the nicest things of this model is the sturdy feeling it has when you are working out with it. It won’t move at all no matter how hard you are going at it.
There are many things to dislike with the monitor though. It has no online capabilities, but it does have 11 pre-set programs so that is nice. However, the monitor can track pulse rate, distance, time, and number of strokes. One of the things to love about this model though is the device holder. It has a tablet holder and Sunny offers free workout videos for download so if you want a video to workout with you can download it to your tablet and watch it that way.
If you’re looking for something unique in your water resistance rowing machine this specific model offers a bottle holder right on the machine for easy access during workouts. It also has transport wheels for movement around your house just in case you need to move it. Which won’t be likely because it’s a lovely looking piece of workout equipment. while this machine does have a warranty, it is just 3 years on the frame and 6 months on parts so it could be more generous, but it still is a good warranty for the price.
Conclusion
This is a great middle of the line water rower. It has a good warranty for its price range, and it is very sturdy while also being well built. The added benefit of having a bottle holder on the machine is quite nice and the console does everything you need but could be better. However, the ability to fold it up and store it away is a good benefit if you’re working on limited space. Also, if you’re a taller person looking for a rower for you this one has a height maximum of 1.9 meters.
Pros
Good for the tall rower, quiet, affordable
Cons
Console leaves much to be desired, manual resistance level settings
This sleek simulated rowing training machine has the dimensions 1.85 x .3 x .62 meters and weighs 40kgs. It offers water resistance rowing which is crafted from steel and it is very consistent and durable. While at the same time it’s very quiet with the only noise coming from the noise if from the water tank.
This machine doesn’t come with manual adjustment levels so that is a downside (but not necessarily for this price range). To adjust the amount of resistance you have to add or remove water. To avoid accidental injuries, they designed the handle to be sweat-proof and it won’t slip out of your hands. At the same time, it has an adjustable pedal with straps that have 6 gears. It also has ergonomically designed large, curved cushion so no lower back pain after you work out.
The LCD like many other water rowers isn’t very advanced and doesn’t allow for any online capabilities or Bluetooth capabilities. However, it still reads the time, distance, stroke rate, pulse, speed, and calories burned. For this model being less expensive it doesn’t have anything else special so if you’re looking for an advanced tech water rower this might not be the one for you.
although, this model does have a couple great features if your lacking space in your home. First it has the ability to be stored standing, so you can save space while not using the machine (not recommended if you have kids in the house). Second it has built-in transport wheels so if you need to move it it’s not too difficult. However, this model is very basic when it comes to actual working out. Unlike the other Sunny water resistance rowing machine in Canada (the SF-RW 5910) it doesn’t fold up, doesn’t have a tablet holder or a bottle holder that not what we would hope for a price in the mid-1000s.
Conclusion
This is a very basic model and the fact it has short warranty should put you off a little bit. However, it seems as if it is made from high-quality materials so it shouldn’t break. The fact that you can’t fold this up or keep your tablet or phone of the rower during the workout makes the workout out a little more difficult. I would say that it’s a little expensive for what it offers and I suggest the Sunny Health and Fitness fluid resistance rowing machine in Canada that we featured above this one.
Pros
Looks nice, the monitor provides lots of feedbacks
Cons
Expensive for what it offers, LCD lacks backlit, and not foldable
This model is beautiful using red walnut wood in the design this would fit perfectly into your home décor and not look out of place at all. The dimensions of this beauty are 2.1 x 0.57 x 0.51 Meters, and it weighs 27.58kgs while having a max weight limit of 137kgs. It has a beautiful overall design which is what you’d hope for from a middle of the pack model. However, this machine doesn’t allow for it to be folded and the best way to store it is to store it vertically.
This model doesn’t come with any way to adjust the water resistance it is a manual changing level, so you have to add or remove water. However, they say this allows for a unlimited level of water resistance but it does make it harder to change the levels mid-workout. It does come with a comfortable seat and a padded handle that over great comfort over the course of the work out. It also is super quiet with the seat sliding smoothly and the water staying fairly quiet, so you don’t have to worry about making too much noise.
The real perk of this model comes from the fact it’s one of the few models on the market that overs a Bluetooth monitor. On top of it being an advanced monitor with Bluetooth capability it also keeps track of stroke per minute, time spent rowing, distance, calories burned. To even further show this is worth it they have an app that goes along with this machine call ‘FitShow’ app that keeps track of all your data.
This is a beautiful design with amazing features and it only being 1300 CDN it can be a great addition to your workout equipment. It seems like every different rower can come slightly different because they use the natural grain of the wood which adds uniqueness to this model.
Conclusion
This is a great bang for you buck. This model is one of the few water resistance rowers in Canada that has Bluetooth capabilities. On top of that it is beautiful, and you’d never have to worry about your workout equipment being an eye sore in your house. It does have the draw back of manual level changes in resistance but if you use one resistance this machine will be great for you. The warranty is great too, it offers 5-year warranty for the frame, 3-year for the parts, and 1-year for labor so you don’t have to worry about wasting money on this product.
Pros
Bluetooth console, beautiful, good warranty
Cons
Not foldable and manual resistance changing
The Allkpoper water rower has the dimensions are 2.07 x .52 x .52 meters and weighs 42kgs. It offers a real water rowing experience with a machine that crease a smooth and steady stroke and with instant resistance coming from the flywheel and the fan blades working against the water.
It has an ergonomic design with a large and molded padded seat to be comfortable to avoid any pains form working out. With a large handle that is anti-slip you can avoid losing grip on the handle that can cause injuries. It’s made for a home gym and is not made at all for commercial use it doesn’t come with a warranty, so that is a drawback to the specific model. It is made to be light weight and foldable so if you are working with limited room this is a huge benefit.
The large LCD monitor is built into the machine and like many other water rowing machines it doesn’t come with Bluetooth capabilities. It does keep track of all the workout metrics like time, strokes, calories burned, distance, and heart rate. It doesn’t come with a chest strap however, so you have to buy a compatible one yourself. All of this is very common for water resistance machines in Canada so it being cheaper than other offers is really nice.
The price of the machine comes in right at 600 CDN so it’s probably the most affordable water rowing machine in Canada. It offers great design, and it is easily stored away so that a plus if you’re working with limited space.
Conclusion
This home water resistance rower in Canada is probably the most affordable one on this list. I would recommend this for someone working on a budget but still wants workout equipment that works out the whole body this is that piece of equipment. It not only looks nice it works great and you can easily store it folded up. It’s also very space efficient so no matter what you’re looking for this could work for you.
Pros
Affordable, foldable, and comfortable seat
Cons
No warranty and manual resistance level change
Most water rowing machines use blades that work against water to give an authentic rowing experience. It generates resistance by using the water, the blades work against the water and you can create more resistance by adding more water. It might take some time to figure out what level of water works best with you and will give you the best resistance.
Space
One of the benefits with water rowing machines is that they typically take up less space than other kinds of rowing machines. This is due to the extra space their flywheel creates from needing to be larger to provide good resistance. There are ways to limit the space a rowing machine creates such as it being foldable and it being able to be stored vertically. However, most water rowing machines don’t fold up but there are a few models that do. Before your purchase just make sure about the dimensions of the product and your storage space.
Price
Water resistance machines typically have a higher price range than most other machines but that comes from them being higher quality. If you go directly to the maker of the model, you’re looking at there are ways to cut the price like payment plans with no interest. Just make sure when you’re looking for a cheaper model make sure it is made of good material and that it also has a good warranty.
Monitor
A lot of water rowing machines don’t come with great monitors. If you do find one with a good monitor most of the time, they’ll be on the tippy top of prices for water rowers and even then, a lot of them don’t offer Bluetooth connectivity. However, most of them offer a basic monitor that can track all the necessary workout data like calories burned, distance, strokes, and time.
First Degree Fitness Apollo Pro V Indoor Rower Rowing Machine is the perfect rowing machine in Canada. While it is on the pricier end of things it is all around a perfect machine. Everything from the monitor to the adjustable settings for resistance to the overall design of the machines so it will fit in your home. For 2350 CDN this is on the pricier end of things, but it definitely is worth it for a machine that has a warranty of 5 years and will likely last much longer. If you’re on a budget but still looking for a reliable and good water rower to get a full body massage. The Xterra Fitness ERG600W Water Rower is the machine for you. It’s foldable to save room in your house, it actually looks nice so no eye sore in your home, and it has a good warranty especially for the price. It should last you 5 years at least and at the price of 650 CDN it cost little over 100 CDN a year and it will give you a great workout that whole time so it’s definitely worth it.
