Total Gym fit vs Rogue RM4 rack
This is a comparison between the Total Gym fit and the Rogue RM4 rack. Follow the links for more details.
Overview and review of the Rogue RM-4 Monster Rack
Price: 1.300 - 1765$
This review was originally posted in the longer article "Which strength equipment to buy from rogue" in which you can read about 25 products of Rogue which cost more than 1.000$. The Rogue Monster RM4 rack gives a cage for your powerlifting needs without providing a lot of storage options. See the details in this article.
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Overview of the RM4
The
RM4 is the core of the Rogue Monster rack series. This is the full rack that can be built onto in many ways. As it is part of the
Monster series you can choose between 90'', 100'' and 108'' in height. The
RM4 is 49'' long and wide. The overall footprint comes to 53''x53''. You get
westside spacing and a multitude of colors to choose from. These are:
- Bright Blue
- Bright Green
- Burnt Orange
- Dark Blue
- Gun Metal
- Light Gray
- Rogue Red
- White
- Satin Clear
- Satin Black
With the MOnster rack, you are entering Rogue's flagship series of construction. This protects your investment for the future. You can choose from multiple options like Flip down safeties and 2''
Monster Sandwich J cups for your own comfort.
How many clients should the Rogue RM4 Monster Rack bring you?
If you think that the Rogue
RM4 will bring you 5 new clients who pay you 50$ on a 1-year retainer it is worth the investment. This will yield 3.000$ net new revenue against an investment of 1.300$. Adjust the numbers for your own gym accordingly.
Pros of the Rogue RM4
This is a rack that can be upgraded easily while still being in the
Monster series of Rogue. This is one of the most cost-effective options to get into the Monster portfolio with a relatively standard product to build upon. There are less costly options in the
Monster series, but they are specialty racks which might lead to challenges when upgrading.
Cons of the Rogue RM4
The biggest con for the
Monster series is the price tag. You can get a lot more rack for the same price out of the Infinity series.
Alternatives to the Rogue RM4
Here are some alternatives within the Rogue portfolio based on a budget of 1.300$
With the Rogue RML 490C, you basically get the same amount of rack space at a lower space. The
Monster Lite series is built a bit less sturdy than the
Monster series. Some of the bigger machines also do not attach to the
Monster Lite series. Apart from this, you save 300$ for more or less the same effect.
If you are considering to upgrade your existing gym you might want to consider metal jerk blocks instead. This will help to attract professional weightlifters to your gym who usually pay more and stay for longer. This is only an option when you have the basics already covered. #
Conclusion
The RM4 is a bit friendlier on your purse than its big brother the RM6. You still get a good option out of the Monster series to do your workouts in. Be mindful of where to store your plates when you buy the RM4 as it is very unlikely that there will be enough room on the rack itself.
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Overview and review of the Total Gym fit
This is an overview of the Total Gym Fit and alternatives. This article was originally posted in "which total gym to get". Follow the links for more details.
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TOTAL Gym fit $1599 - $2500
The total Gym fit is either a top range option for your home gym for individual use or an option for a professional environment where you have space and want to train more than one person in parallel. The main features of the
TOTAL Gym fit are:
- FREE streaming workouts
- 12 Levels of Resistance
- Over 85 Exercises on One Home Gym
- 450lb User Weight Capacity
- Arrives Fully Assembled
- Lifetime Warranty on Frame, Extended 2-Year Warranty on Parts & Priority Processing
The Total gym fit still comes with accessories, but not as many as the
GTS. Look closely at which attachments you want to get if the range of exercises is not sufficient compared to the TOTAL Gym
GTS set. The warranty is shorter and also the frame is made of less sturdy material. In turn, you get a lower price point.
Pros of the Total Gym fit
The total gym fit has twice the levels of resistance and 2 years instead of 6 months warranty compared to the next model down, the
Total Gym XLS. It is still a full commercial gym in one machine. You will also have fewer attachments to store and understand compared to the
GTS. Overall this is a very solid option for home gym owners or a budget option for a commercial setting.
Cons of the Total gym fit
Compared to the
Total Gym GTS the width of exercises drops considerably from 200 to 85. This is mainly due to getting fewer attachments. If you have a heavy use environment you will also have a higher likelihood of having no warranty left when the
Total gym breaks down. The price is still high for a homeowner who just wants to exercise at home.
Alternatives to the Total Gym fit
Here are some alternatives to the
Total gym fit, if you were looking for something more challenging:
The
concept 2 rower D is the gold standard of rowers in the market. If you want to workout from home and don't like running, this is the machine to get. It comes fully equipped with a computer and different resistance levels. If you have rowed before in a gym you will most likely have sat on the
concept 2.
The
Rogue Echo bike is the best value for money airbike which is currently available in the market. If you want to save space compared to a rower or just prefer cycling over rowing for your cardio training, then this is the right machine to get.
If you prefer free weight training at home and have a shed to convert to a Crossfit gym, the Rogue Alpha package will give you everything you need to start and get going. You only might want to add a rack or squat stand if you do not have one already.