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The Hydrow Story
Hydrow was founded in 2018 by Bruce Smith. The company is based in Boston, MA. Immersive indoor rowing with live on-water workouts.
Why Hydrow?
I tried Hydrow at a fitness studio in New York before the pandemic made everyone buy home gym equipment. The difference was immediate: rowing on water is more engaging than the jerkier feel of a magnetic rower. Hydrow recreates the sensation of sculling with computer-controlled electromagnetic drag, and the 22-inch HD screen puts you right on the Charles River or the Thames with world-class athletes leading the session. The community aspect — live Leaderboard rows, achievement badges, and a supportive social feed — kept me coming back long after the novelty of a new machine wore off.
Hero Product: Hydrow Wave Rowing Machine
The Hydrow Wave is the brand's more affordable entry point, priced at $1,495 compared to the original Hydrow at $2,495. It has the same electromagnetic drag engine and access to the full content library, but with a 16-inch screen instead of 22 inches, and a streamlined frame that folds vertically for storage. It delivers the same on-water rowing experience — certified coach-led classes from beginner to advanced, including warm-ups, cool-downs, Pilates, yoga, and strength training. The Wave is ideal for apartment dwellers or anyone with limited floor space, as its footprint is significantly smaller than the original.
Real User Reviews
On Reddit's r/Hydrow, the consensus is that the content library makes the difference. One user wrote: 'I was a Concept2 rower for years, but Hydrow's coaching and on-water footage made me actually look forward to my workout. Six months in, I have done over 200 sessions and my cardio is the best it has been in a decade.' Trustpilot shows 4.3 stars from 600+ reviews. Some users note the monthly subscription ($38/month) adds to the total cost of ownership, but most agree the content quality justifies it. The Wave was praised by apartment-dwellers for its foldable design but some wished the screen was larger.