Here’s my honest take on whether theJohnson Fitness & Wellness WaterRower S4is worth the $1,599 price tag.
WaterRower S4by Johnson Fitness & Wellness
Who is Johnson Fitness & Wellness?
The brand describes itself as the “home of fitness"and I’d be hard-pressed to argue otherwise.
Pulling on the handlebar moves pedals in the tank, which meet resistance against the water.
This creates the smooth glide down and back along the steel trackalong with a audible wooshing sound.
The water rowers have either a powder coated aluminum or wood frame.
Depending on the wood selected, the price varies slightly.
Ultimately, the wood preference comes down to personal taste.
The smart screen can also be connected to the WATERROWER app via Bluetooth.
To get access to more training programs, a premium subscription is required.
How the WaterRower arrives & setup
The WaterRowerarrived on my doorstep in two boxes.
Adding water with the included siphon took another 15 minutes, making the total assembly time 60 minutes.
I replaced my entire fitness routine with the rower, completing four 20-minute sessions per week.
I also lacked the motivation to just keep rowingthe movements felt monotonous.
What’s more, I loved the Bluetooth connectivity and WATERROWER app.
And of course, I can’t deny the elevated appearance of this rower.
Plus, it only took about 15 minutes to assemble.
Instead of adjusting resistance by adding weight, the water tank requires you to slow down or speed up.
This means you could’t adjust the rower to focus more on strength over cardio.
Additionally, both the foot rest and the bench are also slightly smaller than those on a traditional rower.
(And it doesn’t help that the monitor is located near the base of the water tank.)
Finally, there is more upkeep required with a WaterRower.
You have to add a water purification table to the tank every six months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The WaterRower any good?
I love the hush of the water, sleek aesthetic, and smart connectivity.
Why is the WaterRower so expensive?
When it comes to cardio equipment, you get what you pay for.
The WaterRower is handcrafted with natural wood with a Danish stain.
Plus, the patented water flywheel is patented by the brandmaking this a completely unique product in the space.
Do water rowers leak?
I tested the WaterRower for three weeks and didn’t experience any leaking.
Plus, the aesthetic build and Bluetooth connectivity makes this pick a step up from your average rower.
