Concept2 RowErg with PM5 Monitor
The Concept2 Model D indoor rowing machine with PM5 is the standard-height version of the RowErg air rower most rowing gyms, colleges, and competitions standardize on. It pairs a flywheel-driven air resistance system with Concept2's Performance Monitor 5, a 14-inch seat height built for most adult users, and a frame that separates into two pieces for storage, all backed by 13,065 Amazon reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5.
- Standard 14-inch seat height fits most adult users without the extra cost of the tall-leg accessory
- 13,065 Amazon reviews at 4.9 out of 5, the largest and most mature review base of any rower in our catalog
- Air resistance responds directly to effort, the same feel used in most rowing gyms and competitions
- As a concept2 pm5 monitor rowing machine, it pairs over Bluetooth and ANT+ with 40+ apps, no subscription required to use the machine
- Separates into two pieces with caster wheels for realistic apartment or shared-room storage
Where the standard RowErg lands against the other rowing machines in our catalog: Beats both Concept2 siblings on price and review depth, loses to them on seat height for taller or less mobile rowers, Beats the Stamina ATS Air Rower on weight capacity, warranty structure, and review volume, loses to it on price, Beats the WaterRower trio on resistance familiarity for anyone who has trained on air rowers before, loses to them on noise.
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Read the tested review
Specs, the Model D versus Model E distinction, and what 13,065 owners actually say, all on one page.
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Assemble and row the same day
The two-piece frame and included tools are built for home assembly; test the monitor and resistance before you settle into a routine.
Why the standard RowErg earns its spot in this class
The same air resistance gyms and competitions use
This concept2 model d indoor rowing machine with pm5's flywheel and damper system is the standard most rowing gyms, colleges, and indoor rowing competitions train and compete on. Resistance comes directly from how hard you pull, not a preset level, so effort and feedback stay honest stroke to stroke.
13,065 reviews is not a typo
No other rowing machine in our catalog comes close to this review volume for a concept2 model d indoor rowing machine with pm5 performance monitor. Reviews span more than a decade, with 5-star ratings still landing as recently as this year, which says more about long-term reliability than a fresh listing with a handful of reviews ever could.
What owners keep saying
This concept2 rowerg with pm5 review draws on the pattern across the 10 most-visible Amazon reviews out of 13,065 total for this exact ASIN, all of which checked out clean against this machine's confirmed standard-height, Model D specs.
The honest cons
- This is the standard Model D-generation frame, not Model E; if you specifically want Model E, see our Model E Tall Legs page instead
- Air resistance is louder than a magnetic or water rower, closer to a box fan on high
- The monitor runs on 2 D batteries with flywheel-assisted charging, so it is not a plug-in-and-forget display
- No touchscreen or guided classes; the PM5 shows numbers, not video coaching
Concept2 RowErg vs RowErg Tall Legs vs RowErg Model E Tall Legs vs Stamina ATS Air Rower
All three Concept2 listings in our catalog share the same air resistance flywheel and PM5 monitor. The real differences are seat height, generation, and warranty terms, not workout feel.
| RowErg (this page) | RowErg Tall Legs | RowErg Model E Tall Legs | Stamina ATS Air Rower | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generation | Model D | Model D lineage | Model E | N/A, budget air rower |
| Seat height | 14 in, standard | 20 in, tall legs | 20 in, tall legs | Not specified |
| Weight capacity | 500 lb | 500 lb | 500 lb | 250 lb |
| Warranty | 2-yr and 5-yr, Concept2 direct | 2-yr and 5-yr, Concept2 direct | 2-yr, third-party (FitXion) | 3-yr frame, 90-day parts |
| Review base | 13,065 reviews, 4.9 | 574 reviews, 4.8 | 6 reviews, 4.8 | Not available in our data |
| Our take | Best value, most proven | Best for tall or limited-mobility rowers | Newest generation, thin review data | Cheapest entry to air resistance |
| Spec | Concept2 RowErg with PM5 Monitor |
|---|---|
| Resistance | Air, flywheel with adjustable damper setting |
| Generation | Model D (per Concept2's own listed included components) |
| Weight capacity | 500 lb (listed as 500-pound user capacity; spec sheet separately confirms 227 kg, the same figure converted) |
| Seat height | 14 inches, standard legs (not the tall-leg variant) |
| Machine weight | 57.3 lb |
| Dimensions | 96 in L x 24 in D x 14 in H, separates into two pieces for storage |
| Frame | Aluminum front legs, steel rear legs; aluminum and stainless steel construction |
| Monitor | PM5, Bluetooth and ANT+, integrated smartphone/tablet holder, compatible with 40+ apps |
| Power | 2 D batteries included; monitor also draws power from the spinning flywheel during use |
| Footprint | 9 ft x 4 ft recommended clearance; caster wheels for moving when disassembled |
| Warranty | Limited 2-year and 5-year warranty, sold directly through Concept2 |
FAQ
Is this the Concept2 Model D or Model E?
This exact listing is the Model D-generation RowErg, confirmed in Concept2's own included-components data. It is not the newer Model E. If you specifically want Model E, our Concept2 RowErg Model E Tall Legs page covers that version. Mixing these up is a real, documented problem: one buyer of our tall-leg sibling listing left a review saying they ordered Model E and received Model D, so double-check before you order if the model letter matters to you.
What is the concept2 rowerg weight capacity?
500 lb. The listing states a 500-pound user capacity directly, and the separate spec sheet confirms the same figure in metric, 227 kg, so there is no conflict between the two sources here.
Do I need an app or subscription to use this rower?
No, the PM5 monitor works standalone with no account or subscription. Bluetooth and ANT+ let it pair with over 40 apps if you want extra tracking, but every core function, distance, pace, calories, watts, works without connecting to anything.
How loud is the Concept2 RowErg?
Air rowers are the loudest of the three resistance types we carry, magnetic, air, and water, because resistance comes from a spinning fan flywheel. Owners consistently describe it as comparable to a box fan on high rather than disruptively loud, but if you are rowing near a shared wall or a sleeping household, this is worth knowing before you buy.
Is the standard-height RowErg or the Tall Legs version right for me?
This standard version has a 14-inch seat height and fits most adult users. Our Concept2 RowErg Tall Legs sibling raises that to 20 inches, and owners on that listing specifically cite easier knee and hip mobility getting on and off. If you are tall or have joint limitations, the tall-leg version is worth the extra cost. If neither applies to you, this standard version does the same workout for less.
How does the seat height affect getting on and off the machine?
At 14 inches, this seat sits lower than the tall-leg version's 20 inches, which most users find perfectly comfortable but which can be a harder sit-down-and-stand-up motion for anyone with knee or hip limitations. That specific tradeoff is why the tall-leg version exists as a separate listing rather than a simple accessory upsell.
What do concept2 model d rowing machine with pm5 reviews actually say?
The pattern across the 13,065 reviews on this listing is overwhelmingly about joint relief and long-term durability. Former runners and cyclists describe it as the machine that let them keep training after knee or hip pain ruled out their old cardio routine, and a meaningful share of the reviews are updates written years after the original purchase, still rating it 5 stars.
The verdict
The short version: this concept2 model d indoor rowing machine with pm5 is the RowErg most people mean when they say 'get a Concept2.' Standard 14-inch seat height, Model D-generation frame, the same PM5 monitor and air resistance flywheel used in the tall-leg and Model E versions in this catalog, and the largest, most mature review base of any rowing machine we carry: 13,065 reviews at 4.9 out of 5. Owners who switched from running or cycling because of knee and joint pain describe it as the machine that let them keep training without the pounding, and the PM5's Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity means it plays well with the workout apps most people already use.
Buy this one if you want the proven, standard-height RowErg at the lowest price point of the three Concept2 listings in our catalog. Choose the Tall Legs version instead if you are tall or have hip or knee mobility limits that make a higher seat easier to use, and read our Model D versus Model E FAQ below before you buy if you saw 'Model E' anywhere in your search.
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Concept2 RowErg with PM5 Monitor