Vitruvian Trainer+ Smart Home Gym Review - The Lifter’s Choice! 

I would love to see an update to this review. Has the app improved? Has the company made any improvement to the accessories? Where would you rank this compared to other products that are out today?

Beware, once the app subscription runs out you can't even see the weights you use, how long the workout was or even the day you did a workout. It's absurd! That's basic information, if you want to charge for classes, games, "smart" data - fine! This company is charging you to SEE THE WEIGHTS you're using. TERRIBLE

$2800 and then how much a month after that...hate the subscription model on everything, car companies are doing it now with different features! A good barbell and iron plates can be passed down multiple generations. Talk about ROI.

Thanks for being a reviewer who has and uses the equipment spoken of. I like Tonal and sold my Tempo for it. That said, had Vitruvian been established prior, I may have opted for it. I do love my Tonal pulldowns but am back in the gym now and can do those there.

I have seen these popping up on marketplace and have been curious about them. It is cool to see a smart system that goes really heavy. Great review guys!

Love this thing, very storable. And it it doesn't have to be placed on any walls, for people living in apartments

Yes I’ve been waiting patiently for this review!!

Thanks for the content! I love seeing this stuff. Wish I found you way earlier in my home gym adventure

Really liking this over the tonal honestly. Looks good.

Damn the quality of your videos have gone through the roof since I first subscribed 👏🏼

Your reviews are pretty spectacular. Would recommend showing some common exercises and commenting on the difference to freeweights/commercial gym etc. Thanks so much for your reviews!

Great video guys ! This space is getting more and more interesting. Also side note, I have been looking everywhere and there seems to be something missing in all the gym content ecosystem : there is no rundown of all the different cable attachment types with comments on which one are useful and for what purpose. Rogue vs Rep vs American Barbell vs Prime vs Mag etc / pronate vs supinate / wide vs narrow / static grip vs rotating etc… Not a single youtube channel out there has done that thoroughly yet. With Rep’s Ares coming out there will for sure be a demand for that type of knowledge. In any case, I appreciate your thoughtful content !

Sold my tonal for this machine absolutely loving it old school is such a unique mode love it

Great review Coop, now most importantly I'll get started on a DIY T-lock pin with a carabiner clip attached ;)

Man, what a great review. Comprehensive, well paced, clean b-roll. Amazing!

Thank you Coop, great stuff.

finally!! I've had mine for 2 months and I was hoping that this channel would review it. it's an amazing device. hopefully the UI of the software will improve with more adopters and capital. overall I don't regret it at all

Definitely buying now after this review!

Thank you it’s awesome seeing what’s out there and I have slowly put together a decent home gym. I love the idea of a smart gym but it seams like it’s not quite there. Maybe something like the Kabuki Kratos but as a magnetic smart gym with bilateral capability, and a RU-vid content creator business model, will get me into it.

What sold me on the Vform was the fact that I can bring it with me. I spend a lot of time traveling for work, so being able to lug this around and get a good workout in anywhere is pretty cool

The only reason I have not bought this yet is that there is to pull-down option, but I did chat with them on Facebook and they are working on adding it and said this version will work with that attachment hopefully coming in 2023 :)

Ordered the vforn trainer + a few weeks ago. What drew me to this is how compact it is and I can do compound lifts quickly before work or even during a work break. Stoked to receive it soon. (Current shipping time is 6-8 weeks)

Can't believe the amount of equipment you've got with "only" 371K subs... keep up the good work!

Thank you so much for the excellent review.

Well he had to say something bad about the device to stay balanced in his opinion. Very smart to pick the software.

I agree as well on the hardware vs. software. I think VForm has amazing upside. The machine is crazy powerful. They have already done some things in development to make the experience better, like making smaller jumps in weight for smaller muscle groups. The mobile app is a little clanky but give them time. Tonal had no appeal to me personally. I think they fit a demographic but I wanted something with power and this machine has really surprised us.

We attach our own handles and accessories to it all the time. It comes with an extender and we use that to attach our own accessories

Coop, just ordered one. Hoping to get my fitness journey back on track. Thanks for the review.

I enjoy your reviews, can you do a comparison of the classes themselves, tonal, vs vitruvian v oxefit etc

I've had mine for a couple of weeks. For some background I'd consider myself a beginner/intermediate lifter doing strength training 3-4x a week for 2 years. The biggest advantage I've found is the built in "spotter." I feel like I've been working out wrong the whole time as this has redefined my threshold of struggling. What I considered an RPE of 8-9 before is more like 6.5-7 now. There's no excuse to go a rep or two shy because you think you won't be able to complete it, Vitruvian will just slightly lower the load until you squeeze it out. It also forces me to go on high end of the rep range every time. You don't have to stop at 8 if it can just take off a couple of pounds to get a to 10 reps. Mentally this has been huge and I feel that my workouts are much more effective. Cons: - Would love a true incline bench. Happily would have paid a little more for functionality. The bench is fine, but nothing special. - Knurling on the bar, especially with heavy DLs. Skeptical with how the soft grip will hold up, but no issues in the short time I've had it. - The app is fine if you're doing custom workouts. If you're doing classes, it's a work in progress. For example, the classes that have you do time instead of reps start counting when the instructor goes. I could still be setting up my equipment or getting in position when they begin, then your 30 second working set becomes 10. The solution is to play/pause but that can be awkward if you're getting set up and then have to click play. - Can't see the whole program. You have to enroll in a program to see day 1, then finish day 1 to see day 2, etc. - No integration with apple health yet, but they're working on it. Will be nice to see calories in MyFitnessPal. Overall I love this thing. I'm a busy student and a 30 minute each way commute to a gym with free weights cut into my consistency. There's no excuse when the gym sits under your couch. The build quality is impressive and I'm picky. No issues with the weight being jerky which I was afraid of.

Definitely something I would consider. But I would want to try it before I buy it.

Also, available overseas! Tonal _would_ be my choice, if I could get it in Australia, but it's not. Meanwhile, Vitruvian is not only option, they've been blasting my social media, practically begging me to buy it locally. Not sure when I can afford a smart gym (though with my ADHD, they are easily more appealing than a traditional set up), but you can bet that my sights are currently locked on Vitruvian.

You are the best 👍 You talke with your ♥️ Big thanks from France 🇫🇷

I typically don't like the smart home gyms. However I kinda like the v-form. It's something I think I will be adding to the gym.

Thanks for the great review! Please do an update sometime once they release new features. I ordered mine with the Black Friday promotion. It arrives tomorrow.

Very interesting. I like that it doesn’t require an install. Not 100% sold on the idea of having it from the floor only, but there are ways to supplement that with other movements (pull ups, pull ups, pull ups)

Nice job Coop!!! 🦾

I've had mine just over a month and so far i love it. I've already squatted and deadlifted over 200lb so i already know that tonal would not have lasted longterm to support my progress unless i adapted my exercises to single leg. Yes there is no overhead pull down but......i haven't installed yet but I have an overhead pulley normally used for free weights that I can easily adapt to use with this. I also know the company is working on a bench that will incorporate some overhead connection for the future. Unlike Tonal, Vitruvian does not paywall the workout builder or exercise modes. What's paywalled are classes/programs, data-tracking and future game-type modes. The data tracking would be cool but I think you can just copy what you did for the day and build on that over time if you don't want the subscription. My overall take is that, yes this replaces an entire gym and I'm getting better workouts due to the adaptive resistance than I was with free weights.

I would and might totally buy this when I move to Korea if the gym there sucks. Great review

The little pull out chuckle had me rolling lol

So many "smart" all in one home gyms . I get why they are great for the average weekend warrior, but I think I'm going to be a late late adopter to this.

Thanks for the review Coop. How much floor space would be reasonably needed, considering the machine, the bench, and the possibility to move around well? I am planning a rubber/pvc tiles floor on the carpet for this.

Great review

Nice work

Thoughts on the Tonal layoffs / cutbacks?

As somebody who lives in a small one bed flat, I like options that save space.

The attachment method reminds me of qd swivels for slings (for guns). That’s cool. This is out of my price range though. Just had to make a statement on that because it’s wild they used that idea

The exercises I wanna do on this is cable crossovers, Lat pulldowns, Hip Thrusts, Deadlifts, Incline chest press, OHP, Lateral Raises, Skull crushers and Reverse curls.

Can u do a review soon on the bells of steel lat pulldown ? Tryna conpare that to the rogue and titan fitness version but not enough information/reviews on it

As a user of this machine one thing I forgot to mention in my previous comment is the efficiency of the machine. As a married person with a child time is at a premium. One of the biggest selling points to me was that you can move from exercise to exercise quickly and the weights change automatically so the annoying fiddling with weights is completely removed. In addition, because of this efficiency you can get an equivalent or better workout to free weights in a much shorter time frame.

This would be fantastic for traveling

Dude you should show a max deadlift session! From you and/or the strongest person you know. I can sling around +500 pretty easy and I've pulled 630 - I'm wondering how this eoukd feel for me

If you had a couple pulleys attached to the ceiling or a rack, with cable extensions that you could attach to the Vitruvian's handles, that could take care of your pull down type exercises. I don't see why not.

I would strongly consider this for portability. It only weighs 80lbs and it goes heavy enough that I could bring it with me on vacation and pretty much continue my JuggernautAI program with minimal changes. 440 May not cover every intended load, but it’d per 90% of my sets and at home I could use this for some accessories. I’m surprised to say this, but I’m tempted!

I really considered this one but since you can't do things like lat pulldowns or other pulling exercises, I decided to go with the Inspire SF3 as my all-in-one gym solution.

I thought I saw dem xero shoes in a previous video. Love mine!

Would love it if you give us a review on the Apollo Board Gym. I can’t find any reviews on it yet.

Thanks👊🏾

Peloton needs to merge/buy this. This would be a perfect addition to add to the current lineup

I dont know how much its changed since this video, but if you could look back with the current software changes and the updated pro kit, would you change your opinion at all? Is the software any better?

I'm a traveling engineer and have been considering this particular smart gym as an option... as it seems to be a bit more mobile. Do you have one that you'd suggest?

Coop, does this machine work upside down if you place it upside down on top of the power rack for lat pulldowns and tricep extensions?

I know this is an old video; however, I could use your recommendation on which home gym would you recommend for a beginner weight lifter. I’ve lost weight through walking & nutrition yet I want to start incorporating weights. I pay for the gym; however, I’d rather work out at home. Which do you recommend?

Very cool. If I didn't already own a Kbox, I'd absolutely buy one. Price wise with all my attachments and flywheels, the Kbox was close to the same price.

One thing never mentioned in these reviews is longevity? It has moving parts, thin cables, friction points, long term it's going to need maintenance and repairs. With a traditional iron set up, or a functional trainer, maintenance can easily be done by anyone and without a subscription fee.

NICEE🔥

Is the subscription required? I love the idea of a smart gym but I know I would never use the classes or preprogrammed workouts. But having the ability to have 400+ pounds in such a small form factor seems like a huge win.

I was one of the early adopters in the UAE with the original trainer. Works perfectly well and even without the extra weight of the trainer + i don't think it's much of a difference. the software is not bad and the programmes are good. once the UI improves it'll only get better. even with the original hardware updating it's been great. i have mine connected to my tv in the garage and i train in it then do the ice bath then infrared sauna. Big future ahead for vitruvian as the concept of the hardware i think is the best.

The laugh after “pull out.” 🤣

Wondered if you had a chance to look or try out the speede fitness home gym.

Thank you for the review. Can you do customized workouts without the subscription?

I think a big market for the v trainer is health professional who are mobile like exercise physiologists who may visit clients at home

Finally, someone actually into fitness with a review. Every other review is a tech channel or review channel, and they have a lot of information but idk how they could give a “review” when they havnt stepped foot in a gym

How does the Vitruvian stack up against ARX, setting the cost aside? Specifically, in terms of its tactile sensation, the nature of resistance, and its functionality.

@Garage Gym Reviews Coop, do you still have this after three weeks? Still using it? Be interested to know if you have any additional thoughts. Really trying to decide between a Tonal and a Vitruvian. The lower weight on the Tonal worries me, but so does the lack of polish and more importantly poor programming on the Vitruvian.

One this I love about Vitruvian is that they have a lifetime subscription plan. It’s about $900. If you add this, it bring it to the price of Tonal.

Vitrillian just needs to have a wall mount.

Waiting for a review on speediance, i think this one will be the next thing

I feel like these smart home gym devices are a great tool for gen pop to get into better shape and build some muscle. I feel like this would be fantastic for my mom. And the price, after the sticker shock, I mean, I’ve spent quite a bit more on my free weights, just spread out over years.

Might be a Rogue Rhino Replacement on the back of the Coop Squat...Give it a Go.

Can we get an updated review on this? Or a state of for 2024 Really considering this one

Have you tried the Oxefit XS1? If so, curious on your thoughts on it vs. Tonal. It seems like it may be the new king (albeit for a steep price)

I think I need to get one cuz I’m a trucker so I cant get to the gym like that cuz I’m gone. I really would prefer to Tonal, but might have to get this because it’s portable.

This thing is damn cool

I like my Vitruvian Trainer +. The software does need a big upgrade though !

Man that looks awesome... but is there anything that allows you to Squat and Deadlift without the software or crazy technology? I'd rather not clunk up my gym space with a squat rack and barbell + Weights. So far the only aspect of my home gym I am missing is an effective squat and deadlift solution.

Anyone have a more recent review of the programming? Moving and cant take my tonal and hoping this could be an alternative!

How does the resistance feel compared to Kbox?

Can you do burst movements like a squat to jerk? I don't know how gingerly the machine needs to be handled.

Can you do a review on the swiss made Eisenhorn?

Im waiting on my looks amazing i was eyeing tonal or oxefit but way more expensive

What is the membership cost after a year? I don't see that on their website

Please Peloton buy this device. With the peloton guide would be awesome

What is the app on the background tv, help us with online fitness training app like apple

Can you test and compare the Squatz Apollo Board with the Vitruvian?

How hard would it be to make a frame and have pulleys with extensions down to the machine in order to be able to do lat work? Yeah, it would be half the max weight, but still. If you can do that much extra lifting with your lats, you could then just use the waste band and do pull ups effectively adding 50% to the weight (your body weight). The machine just has to know about you're working with the frame extension. Also, maybe Vitruvian could sell some of the connectors extra, and you can then hook up anything you want to it? How cool would that be?

Can this equipment be used in a class scenario?

How does it compare eccentrically with a flywheel system like Exxentric?

I strongly considered getting one of these. I researched it heavily and it seemed like a good product until I reached out to the company for clarifications. Warranty and repairability is a horrible deal for something where you are 100% limited by the reliability of the technology (which they don't even manufacture themselves BTW). If the machine fails and it is out of warrant you are out of luck and on your own. For something this expensive you could have quite a decent home gym setup even with products for limited space such as wall mount racks, wall mount plate storage, basic attachments, and adjustable dumbbells while saving some money over this product. And with that set up you could add on a handy gym or get a kbox for eccentric cable exercises.

Coop are you rocking an Omega Seamaster professional? 😳