Working out is the best motivation one can get at the beginning of the day. The machine, Bowflex Max Trainer, is fully furnished to provide you with the benefits of exercising in almost 50 percent of the time and energy you would have invested into other regular training sessions. Bowflex has been into the fitness business since 1986. It is based in Washington. It provides you one of the best exercising equipment, perhaps to attain your fitness goals faster. The machines are so capable that you could set up your own mini gym at home.

Parameter	Bowflex Max Trainer M3	Bowflex Max Trainer M5 (M6)	Bowflex Max Trainer M7
Brand	Bowflex Max	Bowflex Max	Bowflex Max
Product weight	159 pounds	143 pounds	148 pounds
Dimensions	49 L x 26 W x 64.7 H inches	46.1 L x 25 W x 62.9 H inches	49 L x 30.5 W x 65.5 H inches
User profiles	Up to 2	Up to 2	Up to 4
Exercise programs	Only 2	9	11
Resistance levels	8 levels of resistance that can be changed using a dial	16 levels of resistance that can be changed using a button	20 levels of resistance that can be modified using a keypad
Display	Standard LED / LCD	Backlit LED /LCD	Backlit dual mode enhanced LED/LCD
Maximum user weight	300 lbs	300 lbs	300 lbs
Heart rate monitoring	Yes	yes	Yes
Chest strap	Yes	Yes, integrated contact grips	Yes, integrated contact grip
Portable	Yes (wheels)	Yes (wheels)	Yes (wheels)
App compatability	Inability to sync with any app	Access to the Max Trainer app for personalized workout. It is compatible with Android or iOS	Access to the Max Trainer app for personalized workout. It is compatible with Android or iOS.
Cup / water bottle holder	Yes	Yes	Yes
Target zone indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Burn zone indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Media shelf / tablet holder	Yes	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth	No	Yes	Yes
Cooling fans	No	No	No
Performance mode	Manual	Manual, fat burn, calorie burn, stairs, etc.	Manual, fat burn, calorie burn, stairs, etc.
Interval	Maximum 14 minutes	Maximum 14 minutes	Maximum 7 minutes
Handles	The handles are ergonimcally designed with standard grip.	The handles have comfort padding added to the grips	Commercial-grade grips
Pedals	Basic, standard and spacious foot pedals	Advanced cushioning and a guard at the top of the pedal	Advanced cushioning and a guard at the top of the pedal. Also, this model has stainless steel racing pedals.
Power source	AC adapter	AC adapter	AC adapter
Grip	Standard	Upgraded ergonomic grip	A combination of commercial grade and aerobar.
Price	Under $1000	Under $2000	over $2000
Warranty	1 year	2 years	3 years
Online Reviews	Read Here	Read Here	Read Here

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Bowflex Max Trainer M3 Review

Effectiveness

The machine is capable of burning a good amount of calories in a few minutes of workout. It is not as advanced as model M8 but still it causes no ill effect to your joints, back or knees. There are gauges on the machine that push you to go on and break your limits. You can view the amount of calories you burnt every minute and set your target accordingly.

Warranty and Guarantee

The machine is covered in a 12 months warranty. So you do not have to worry about investing into the machine. In case you are not satisfied with the machine or any other its parts you can return it within a span of 6 weeks, yes after testing it. You can avail the money back option and 100 percent amount will be refunded to you.

Portable

The machine comes with wheels for you to move it easily whenever not in use or for vacuum cleaning. The machine would not consume a lot of space and can be kept in one small corner so it does not meddle with your household chores.

Bowflex Max Trainer M3 Specifications

Product weight: 159 pounds
Weight Capacity: 300 lbs
Resistance Stages: 8
Multi User: up to 2 users
Exercise Programs: 2
Screen: Backlit LCD display
Heart Rate Calculator: Chest Strap
Media Platform: Available
Portability: Wheels for transport
Affordability: Under 1000 dollars
Product Dimensions: 49 L x 26 W x 64.7 H inches

Pros & Cons

Pros

The complete warranty is one year long.
The machine does not produce strain in your knees, back and joints.
While working out you can place your phone, etc on the shelf.
The machine comes with a chest strap to calculate your heart beats per minute.
It performs better than other elliptical machines in the gym.

Cons

It does not have an option of bluetooth connectivity.
Only two users can use the machine.
It is restricted to just 8 resistance stages.
There are only two exercise schedules included.
There are no speakers included if you wish to listen to music while exercising.
There is an extra cost for assembling.

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Bowflex Max Trainer M5 Review

Space needed

The machine requires extremely less space to fit. It almost needs just half of what a treadmill would probably fit into. It mostly bothers people, how to manage the space needed for the hefty machines they buy for workouts. However, that problem is solved. While you wish to carry on with your other household chores, the machine would not come in your way. It is designed in such a manner.

Monitoring

The machine captures the calories you have burnt and in how much time to be precise. There is a Backlit screen for that. The workout sessions include calories burn, fat burn, stairs, fitness test, etc. Your target is set based on the calories you would burn on a daily basis. That keeps you motivated. Moreover, there are fitness experts available to help you out everytime.

Bluetooth Connectivity

Now, listen to your favourite tunes while working out. It often becomes monotonous and boring when there is no music around you to keep you motivated and engaged in the training session. This would not be the case with the M5 model. You can set your cardio or training playlist and get ready to lose tons of calories within a very less period of time.

Bowflex Max Trainer M5 Specifications

Product weight: 143 pounds
Resistance Stages: 16
Multi User: up to 2 users
Connectivity: Bluetooth
Exercise Programs: 9
Screen: Backlit LCD display
Applications: Max Trainer App
Heart Rate Calculator: Contact grips along with chest strap
Media Platform: Available
Portability: Wheels for transport
Product Dimensions: 46.1 L x 25 W x 62.9 H inches
Weight Capacity: 300 lbs
Warranty Period: 2 years

Pros & Cons

Pros

The resistance stages are double to that of the M3 model.
It comes with a bottle holder and you can use the shelf to keep your phone.
The resistance is not manual, instead it is machine controlled.
You can track your time, calories burnt, etc.
The Max Trainer App comes for free. It is compatible with Android or iOS devices.
The machine includes a warranty period of 2 years.

Cons

It does not come assembled.
The variation in work outs is not much.
It might be expensive for some people, especially beginners.

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Bowflex Max Trainer M7 Review

Better Quality:

The machine is updated as compared to the previous models. The display screen is big enough for better readability while working out. The model is based on the outlook that each individual has his or her own capacity to achieve a fitness level. Therefore, while you are working out it alters according to your targets and trains you to improve. In case you wish to add a few more minutes to your workout you can do that just by clicking on a button.

Advanced:

The machine offers 20 resistance stages to build your body’s endurance and that too are machine programmed. You do not have to keep a constant check on that. It not only benefits in burning calories but also tones your arms and provides a better result than that from regular ellipticals. There are sensors on the handles you grip while working out to track your pulse rate. In addition to that, you can make use of the chest band available to monitor your heart beats per minute.

Application based workout:

Every individual can use the free Max Trainer application to maximise your outputs and improve fitness efficiency. The machine provides the application with your fitness pointers and you are trained accordingly. Moreover, you get an entry to the exclusive training sessions for you. The application has prerequisites of Android version 4.3 and iOS version 8.0. There are more workout series that the company is partnered with, you can avail those too.

Bowflex Max Trainer M7 Specifications

Product weight: 148 pounds
Product Dimensions: 49 L x 30.5 W x 65.5 H inches
Resistance Stages: 20 (machine controlled)
Multi User: up to 4 users
Connectivity: Bluetooth
Exercise Programs: 11
Screen: Dual Mode Backlit LCD/ LED display
Applications: Max Trainer App (Free)
Heart Rate Calculator: Contact grips along with chest strap
Media Platform: Available
Portability: Wheels for transport
Weight Capacity: 300 lbs
Warranty: 3 years
Pedal material: Stainless steel (racing)

Pros & Cons

Pros

The resistance stages are not manual, they are machine controlled.
As many as four people can use it.
It comes with a water bottle keeper and there is a platform to place your phone, keys, etc.
While working out your heart beats per minute are being tracked.
The machine’s making is of good quality, it includes premium grip handles, pedals, etc.
It is not a hefty design, and takes up less volume.
The machine has a long warranty time of 3 years.
The machine does not affect our knees and joints.
It offers as many as 20 resistance stages.

Cons

The machine does not come assembled. In fact that is charged extra.
It might be expensive for some in terms of workout it offers.

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Bowflex Max Trainer M8 Review

Customized workouts:

On a daily basis there is a set of workouts available for you on subscribing to JRNY application. It is entirely based on the calories you burn and the outcomes you have. According to those outcomes the machine adjusts itself and focuses on methodologies to improve your capacity. And before you know it, you are altogether on a different level of fitness.

Multi User:

The machine is well-equipped for as many as four users. You save a lot of cost there. Applying for gym memberships for four people would definitely be costlier than having a machine at home which can be used by all. You can set your schedule for a daily workout session, just 14 minutes daily and you are all set to observe changes in your body in a span of a few days.

Saves Room:

The machine can be stored easily after workout. You can move it with very little effort and put it in one corner. It takes really less space compared to that of any other gym equipment like a treadmill or elliptical. The machine won’t bother your daily activities, they can go on at a normal pace.

Bowflex Max Trainer M8 Specifications

Product weight: 148 pounds
Weight Capacity: 300 lbs
Resistance Stages: 20 (automatic)
Multi User: up to 4 users
Connectivity: Bluetooth
Exercise Programs: 7
Screen: Dual Mode Backlit LCD/ LED display
Applications: JRNY App
Heart Rate Calculator: Bluetooth heart rate armband along with contact grips
Media Platform: Magnetic
Portability: Wheels for transport
Product dimensions: 47.9 L x 30.8 W x 65.2 H inches

Pros & Cons

Pros

The machine offers as many as 20 resistance levels.
The amount of calories you are burning every minute are clearly visible on the screen.
It supports 4 users.
The medial platform is magnetic and larger as compared to previous models.
There are sensors on the hand grips to calculate your heart beats per minute.

Cons

It includes an extra subscription amount every month which can be frustrating.
It is further expensive compared to the other models.
The console comes without any fan included.
The variety of workouts is limited.

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Conclusion

The Bowflex Max Trainer machines are capable of burning at least two times more calories in your body that you would have done using any other machine. Moreover, it does not require hours of training, just as few as 14 minutes at a time and you are all set. If affordability is the case then you should go with the M3 model as it would come under a 1000 dollars.

Bowflex Max Trainer M3 is cheaper and is affordable at around $1000 whereas Bowflex Max Trainer M5 costs around $1600. While Bowflex Max Trainer M5 offers more resistance levels, 16 which is double of what Bowflex Max Trainer M3 offers. It also comes with Bluetooth connectivity.

Bowflex Max Trainer M7 costs $2249 which is slightly lesser than Bowflex Max Trainer M8 which costs $2299. The main difference is that of availability. Bowflex Max Trainer M8 can be purchased only online whereas Bowflex Max Trainer M7 can be bought only through stores.

If you wish to have exclusive work out sessions and price is not an issue then should go with model M8 as it includes an extra subscription fee every month for the JRNY App. Further, if you wish to go with a model that is advanced in terms of technology and built, more durable and has sensors to determine your heart rate then M7 model is for you. However, if you are hoping for a better model than M3, a little more advanced in terms of resistance levels and bluetooth features then M5 should be your choice. It would fit in the budget too.The choice is yours based on the requirements you have from the machine.

FAQs

Q: How much is the cost of Bowflex max trainer?
A: The Bowflex Max Trainer price ranges between 1000 dollars to 3000 dollars for different models.

Q: What muscles does the Bowflex max trainer work on?
A: The machine works on all body parts, including legs, arms, thighs, core, back, shoulders, etc.

Q: Where to buy Bowflex max trainer?
A: You can buy it on Amazon or even the official website of Bowflex.

Q: How to use Bowflex max trainer m5?
A: Step on the pedals and press MAX button and start working out. You can increase your workout time and access other preprogrammed workouts and the Max Trainer app is connected through Bluetooth to track your calorie burn.

Q: Where can I try a Bowflex max trainer?
A: There is Bowflex Max Trainer Workout page on the official website where you can try these workouts.

Q: How to turn off Bowflex max trainer?
A: It comes with AC adapter, you can use it to turn it off.

Q: How many calories does the Bowflex max trainer burn?
A: The Bowflex Max Trainer can burn up to 280 calories.

Q: What is the newest model of Bowflex max trainer?
A: Bowflex Max Total is the newest model available.

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