Bowflex Blaze vs pr3000 vs pr1000 vs Xtreme 2SE Comparison

Bowflex home gyms make use of the resistance by removing the dependency on gravity. They have also kept in mind to limit the pressure on the joints to avoid strenuous exercises leading to any kind of injury. The machine has enhanced its efficiency compared to any other weight lifting machines and exceeds the competition far better. It uses power rods to keep a track of your productivity by gradually increasing the resistance so you level up exercise by exercise. This helps in developing strength, enhancing body metabolism in-turn helping in digestion, killing body fat and improving your bone density.

Bowflex Blaze helps you perform more exercises that are 60, unlike Bowflex PR3000 with which you can perform just 50 and comes with a folding bench. While Bowflex PR3000 is a few dollars cheaper and is available at around $690 whereas Bowflex Blaze which is available at $720.

Parameter	Bowflex Blaze	Bowflex PR3000	Bowflex PR1000	Xtreme 2SE
Brand	Bowflex	Bowflex	Bowflex	Bowflex
Manufacturer	Bowflex	Bowflex	Bowflex	Bowflex
Dimensions	90"L x 38"W x 83"H	64"L x 41"W x 83"H	84"L x 38"W x 81"H	83"L x 58"W x 49"H
Type	Home Gym	Home Gym	Home Gym	Home Gym
Built-in Cardio Row	Yes	No	Yes	No
Colour	Red and Black	Red and Black	Red and Black	Red and Black
Colour category	Black	Black	Black	Black
Maximum user weight	300 pounds	300 pounds	300 pounds	300 pounds
Foldability	Yes	No	Yes	No
Resistance	210 lbs. of Power Rod resistance	5 – 210 pounds	5 – 210 pounds	210 lbs. of Power Rod resistance
Upgradable resistance	This is upgradable to 310 lbs. or 410 lbs	Upgradable resistance to 310 lbs.	No	This is upgradable to 310 lbs. or 410 lbs
Material	Steel	Steel	Aluminium	Steel
Warranty	5 years on the machine, lifetime warranty on Power Rods, 60 days on parts	1 year warranty on frame, 7 years for power rods and 60 days on Parts	1 Year on Frame, 60-Day on Parts, 5 Years on Power Rods	Machine 7 years, Power Rods Lifetime
Minimum workout area required	90"L x 38"W x 83"H	96"L x 78"W x 83"H	103"L x 80"W x 82"H	96"L x 78"W x 83"H
Total number of exercises	Over 60	This allows the user to perform over 50 different types of exercises.	More than 30	70 +
Exercises Pictured in Owners Manual	66	26	24	79
Chest exercises	8	3	4	6
Shoulder exercises	14	6	4	16
Back exercises	9	4	3	18
Arm exercises	16	4	5	24
Abdominal exercises	5	2	2	3
Leg exercises	13	6	6	12
Lat Bar	Yes	No	lat pull down	Yes
Power Rod Upgrade	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Bench or seat	Bench	Seat	Bench	Seat
Leg Press	Yes	No	No	Yes
Squat bar	Yes	No	No	Yes
No Cable change feature	No	Yes	No	Yes
Bench press	horizontal	Vertical	Horizontal	Vertical
Additional features	This machine has Triple function hand grip or ankle cuffs included.	You get an instruction placard here.	Here, there's a built-in media rack. Also, the bench converts into a rolling seat that paves the way for aerobic rowing. Seven trainer-built workouts included.	There are 7 free trainer built workouts that the user can enjoy here.
Aerobic rowing	Yes	No	Yes	Yes
Instruction placard	Yes	Yes	No	No
Price	Under $1500	Under $1500	Under $1000	Under $2000

Bowflex Blaze Review

• Product Weight: 207 pounds
• Item Measurements: 130 x 42 x 35 inches
• Exercises: 60+
• Resistance level: Power Rod 210 lbs, upgradable 410 lbs
• Instruction Banner: Available
• Bench Press Mode: Horizontal
• Leg elongation: Available
• Squat rod: Available
• Foldable: Yes, wheels for transport
• Rowing option (Aerobic): Available
• Weight Capacity: 300 lbs
• Warranty Period: machine- 5 years, power rods- lifetime
• Affordability: Under 800 dollars

Indoor exercises

The machine offers a bandwidth of 60 workouts. Moreover, you just need a span of 60 minutes in 7 days to get results. Thrice a week and each session should be of 20 minutes. These exercises are aimed at helping you quickly burn calories, develop muscular strength and maintain a good physique.

Impressive features

You might think that 210 lbs won’t be beneficial for each and every user but therefore there is an add on to the resistance up to 410 lbs. In order to enhance the use further, the hand clutch has 3 ways to be utilised. There are ankle cuffs to support your feet. Your legs can develop strength by using the elongation option. Number of heart beats per minute can be taken into account by rowing methodology. If you are worried about your height, the machine would take care of that. The seat adjusts according to your size as well as shape. The machine helps your body to lose the stiffness and become supple.

Warranty

The amazing part is that the machine comes with a warranty that lasts 5 years from the date of purchase. In addition to that, for the power rods you need not worry about as their warranty never ends. All you need to do is keep the invoice with you for the process. Your investment is towards your fitness which is kept safe.

Bowflex PR3000 Review

• Product Weight: 166 pounds
• Item Measurements: 64 x 41 x 83 inches
• Exercises: 50+
• Resistance level: Power Rod 210 lbs, upgradable 310 lbs
• Instruction banner: Available
• System alteration: Available
• Bench Press Mode: Vertical
• Leg elongation: Available
• Weight Capacity: 300 lbs
• Warranty Period: power rods- 7 years, frame- 1 year, parts- 2 months
• Affordability: Under 1000 dollars

Training sessions

The machine provides you an option to choose from the 50 workouts. This option is highly to keep you engaged and break the monotony of doing the redundant workouts one after the other. The equipment focuses on implementation of complete body workout. The exercises include bench press, shoulder movements, working on leg elongation and squats which are important for the lower body portions, which are generally the weight concentration areas.

Impressive features

The machine is composed of materials which are tried and tested for their durability. When you wish to work on your legs to gain muscular strength, there are roller cushions (4 inch) installed for your comfort. There is a full featured body plan of action included with the machine.

Warranty Period

The warranty period entails the time of seven years for the power rods, 1 year for the equipment frame and 2 months for the remaining parts. The warranty period is restricted compared to the previous model. But if you take care of the machine it would help in enhancing its life span.

Bowflex PR1000 Review

• Product Weight: 144 pounds
• Item Measurements: 84 x 38 x 81 inches
• Exercises: 25+
• Resistance level: Power Rod 210 lbs
• Accessory rack: Included
• Bench Press Mode: Horizontal
• Leg elongation: Available
• Foldable: Yes, wheels for transport
• Rowing option (Aerobic): Available
• Weight Capacity: 300 lbs
• Warranty Period: power rods- 5 years, frame- 1 year, parts- 2 months
• Affordability: Under 400 dollars

Budget User

The machine comes under 600 dollars and is an extremely fit buy for people not wishing to meddle with their budget. Not just that, in limited amounts the machine offers an experience of burning calories manifold. The machine fits in a small space due to its foldable feature. The machine won’t be a disappointment at your home.

Item features

The machine comes with an accessory shelf pre-installed to keep your phone and extras while working out. You can use it to continue binge watching even while exercising. There are two video sessions included in the machine price for better training. In addition to that, there are seven trainer workout programs by default.

Exercises

The machine comes with a minimum of 30 training workouts to engage your body into building its strength. It also helps to tone the stubborn muscles in the abdominal area. The machine makes use of triceps elongation, pulldowns using arms for the upper body and also keeping in might the strength building of legs and maintain muscularity.

Bowflex Xtreme 2SE Review

• Product Weight: 220 pounds
• Item Measurements: 53 x 49 x 83.25 inches
• Exercises: 70+
• Resistance level: Power Rod 210 lbs, upgradable 410 lbs
• Bench Press Mode: Vertical
• Leg elongation: Available
• Squat rod: Available
• System alteration: Available
• In built exercises: 7
• Weight Capacity: 300 lbs
• Warranty Period: Equipment-7 years, Power rods- lifetime
• Affordability: Under 2800 dollars

Exclusive options of the model

The machine is more flexible compared to the other models. You do not have to bother your head about changing the cables every time you switch from one exercise to another. While exercising, attention has been given to your shoulders. They are harnessed.

Resistance

The machine makes use of power rods to provide resistance. That gives you counter weight to test your strength and gradually improve it. There is no system of free weights to avoid injury and back pain that is often induced with that kind of exercise. The standard weight is 210 lbs, however, it can be changed to 310 lbs or even 410 lbs.

Pulley System

This feature for sure captivates the mind of gym enthusiasts. You can switch between exercises, be it a squat or a lat. Don’t worry about meddling with the cables. It also helps you to maintain the required number of heart beats per minute to keep a healthy body. The workout is extremely effective.

Training sessions

The machine offers a variety of as many as 70 exercises. Not just that, there are seven training sessions included which are made by the fitness experts to help you walk through the process. They are named as:

• 20 minute better body
• 20 minute upper body
• 20 minute lower body
• Bodybuilding
• Circuit training
• True aerobic
• Strength training routines

Conclusion

The Bowflex Blaze machine is mainly for enhancing the body intensity. The machine needs enough room and is for beginners to start training. The Bowflex PR3000 is a better styled machine for home gyms. The Bowflex PR1000 is aptly priced. It offers you all options to keep your body in good shape, calorie burning as well as helping your body to get to normal from any injuries. The Bowflex Xtreme 2SE model offers the best features compared to the other models but is a little harsh on your budget. There is no need to change the cables to switch exercises. It offers better resistance levels and a variety of training exercises.

FAQs

Q: For which Bowflex machine there is minimal cable change needed?
A: The Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE requires no change of cables. You can easily switch between one exercise to another.

Q: Where should the power rods be placed after workout?
A: Keep the power rods in at room temperature. Avoid keeping them in too hot or too cold climates.

Q: What is the minimum ceiling height to fit the Bowflex Xtreme 2SE model?
A: The minimum height of the ceiling should be at least 7 feet to fit the machine.

Q: What is the major difference between the Bowflex Blaze and PR3000 model?
A: The major difference is the number of exercises that you can perform is more with the Blaze model and they are in alignment with the surface.

Q: Can the number of power rods be increased for the PR1000 model?
A: No, they cannot, instead you can get them replaced for better resistance.

Q: What are some of the best alternatives of Bowflex Home Gym Series?
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