Name: Sunny Health &amp; Fitness Phantom Hydro Smart Water Rowing Machine with Dynamic Real-Time Resistance
Brand: Sunny Health &amp; Fitness
SKU: 36263
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Sunny Health & Fitness Phantom Hydro Smart Water Rowing Machine with Dynamic Real-Time Resistance

$699.99

Category: Rowing Machines Tag: Rowing Machines Brand: Sunny Health & Fitness

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Customers find the rowing machine effective for HIIT workouts and appreciate its moderate noise level. The quality receives mixed feedback, with some customers considering it a good beginner choice.

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8 customers mention functionality, 7 positive, 1 negative

Customers find the rowing machine functional, particularly effective for HIIT workouts, with one customer noting it works like a breeze.

…It holds up great and provides an excellent workout. Their free app has outstanding trainer sessions recorded which sync with the equipment.Read more

…Decent workout. Cons: Foot plates don’t secure my feet. Resistance could be better….Read more

…I'm pleased to say that this machine doesn't have that issue. I'm 6'1" with a 32 jeans inseam….Read more

…Love using this rower for great HIIT workouts.Read more

5 customers mention noise level, 4 positive, 1 negative

Customers appreciate that the rowing machine's noise level is not too loud.

…Pros: Easy to install. Fairly quiet. Connectivity with Sunny app makes it easier to see and track stats on my phone. Decent workout….Read more

…'s a good price, the elevated seat is nice, and the sound of the water is better than air units….Read more

…But the pull is very smooth and quiet enough to use in my apartment. I will add more information after I get a few hours of use….Read more

…However, my unit developed the squeak that other reviews talk about. It came within 2 weeks of owning it….Read more

5 customers mention quality, 3 positive, 2 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the rowing machine's quality, with some finding it a good beginner choice, while others express concerns about quality control.

…But if you’re just getting into rowing it’s a good beginner choice.Read more

The total lack of quality control….Read more

Great rower!…Read more

Mediocre at best – for short term or beginner…Read more

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randomlogic

You get a full stroke

Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2022

Style: AdvancedVerified Purchase

I learned through research that a lot of the lower to midrange rowers had the handle situated too close to the rower's feet, so that you can't get fully into the catch position. I'm pleased to say that this machine doesn't have that issue. I'm 6'1" with a 32 jeans inseam. This gives me the full range of motion, and that was my first priority (after price).
Helpful tip: they provide tools to assemble, but it goes a lot faster if you have your own screwdriver and spanner. But if you can assemble prefabricated furniture kits, you can do this easily.
The only other rowing machine I have used extensively is the Concept2 through my gym. I haven't gotten enough use out of the Obsidian yet to make a fair comparison, but my initial reaction is that even with the water at the highest level, the resistance is not as hard as the C2. But the pull is very smooth and quiet enough to use in my apartment. I will add more information after I get a few hours of use. So far, I'm happy with the purchase.

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gr8female

Mediocre at best – for short term or beginner

Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2023

Style: AdvancedVerified Purchase

Looks great once it's assembled. There is no backlight on display, so you can't see progress unless you're inches away from it. The water level is the only tension, and there’s hardly a difference from the least to the most variable allowed. Velcro also doesn't hold my size 7.5 foot because the straps tie in at an angle. Very disappointed and am STUCK WITH IT since it was assembled, and the box was no longer usable. They offer returns accepted, but it’s not like you’d be able to disassemble and get it all back in the box the way it came, anyhow. I'm out nearly $600. Don’t waste your money. Invest a little more and get a machine you can grow with for several years. The only person getting a good workout is my nine-year-old. So incredibly disappointed. 😰😡

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Great rower!

Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2025

Style: PremiumVerified Purchase

Easy to put together and works amazingly! The SunnyFit app is great as well and I would definitely recommend the rower for purchase. Absolutely worth the buy!

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Robert Crandall

Good for non-sport rowing

Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2023

Style: AdvancedVerified Purchase

I went with the Advanced Smart. There weren't many reviews when I purchased this. I would not recommend the Advanced Smart model.
The problem with the Sunny Health water rowers in general is the metrics. They basically measure strokes per minute only. The display shows more than that (rate per 500m, watts), but it doesn't reflect intensity at all. My best metrics come from a warmup drill where it's arms only, but high Strokes Per Minute.
I think this limitation is a tradeoff of being a water rower. The big name water rower has delayed metrics. This one has SPM only based metrics. I'm not an expert, but I believe you'll need to choose one of these tradeoffs when selecting a water rower. If you want accurate metrics, you can't have a water rower.
Regarding the Advanced Smart model: the extra money spent for the Advanced Smart unit allows you to get these terrible metrics to your phone. It's not worth it. The tablet holder is a simple piece of plastic that screws onto the back. A goose-neck phone/tablet holder would work just as well.
I would recommend this rower if you don't care at all about metrics. If you aren't looking to improve, you aren't looking to challenge yourself. If you want to get on the row machine, and just row for your exercise. Much like taking a walk. Then I'd recommend the non-smart unit. It's a good price, the elevated seat is nice, and the sound of the water is better than air units.
However, my unit developed the squeak that other reviews talk about. It came within 2 weeks of owning it. It comes from the flywheel, so it's not something I can fix.

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Lauren

Great Buy

Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2023

Style: AdvancedVerified Purchase

I waited several months to review this. It holds up great and provides an excellent workout. Their free app has outstanding trainer sessions recorded which sync with the equipment.

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kelvin

Monitor wont connect to the app as stated by the add

Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2023

Style: AdvancedVerified Purchase

No resistance either, unstable foorstraps.

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Edwards

Take a break from morning runs on the River Trail.

Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2023

Style: AdvancedVerified Purchase

Durable, functional, good addition to the home gym. Glad I’m a novice engineer tho; took a bit to assemble. Once ready, works like a breeze… or a wave, I guess. Authentic feel. Best cardio without running.

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Rob R.

Good beginner rower

Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2023

Style: AdvancedVerified Purchase

I wanted a new cardio machine after being bored with my Peleton for 4 years. Didn’t want to jump into a Concept2 just yet and the price was decent for this rower.
Pros: Easy to install. Fairly quiet. Connectivity with Sunny app makes it easier to see and track stats on my phone. Decent workout.
Cons: Foot plates don’t secure my feet. Resistance could be better.
UPDATE: I saw someone post that they swapped the plates out with Concept2 ones, so I tried that as well as you can see in the picture. I think it helped a bit. Not perfect but at least my feet don’t fall out anymore.
I haven’t had any leaks yet but given the price point I suspect that may happen at some point, at which I’ll probably replace with a Concept2.
But if you’re just getting into rowing it’s a good beginner choice.

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Rob R.

Good beginner rower

Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2023

I wanted a new cardio machine after being bored with my Peleton for 4 years. Didn’t want to jump into a Concept2 just yet and the price was decent for this rower.
Pros: Easy to install. Fairly quiet. Connectivity with Sunny app makes it easier to see and track stats on my phone. Decent workout.
Cons: Foot plates don’t secure my feet. Resistance could be better.
UPDATE: I saw someone post that they swapped the plates out with Concept2 ones, so I tried that as well as you can see in the picture. I think it helped a bit. Not perfect but at least my feet don’t fall out anymore.
I haven’t had any leaks yet but given the price point I suspect that may happen at some point, at which I’ll probably replace with a Concept2.
But if you’re just getting into rowing it’s a good beginner choice.

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AlbertaMike

An excellent rower, especially for the price!

Reviewed in Canada on January 5, 2024

Style: AdvancedVerified Purchase

I was in the market for a water rower after wearing out a previous magnet-friction rower and not being able to find the parts. I did my research and landed on this model. I would not recommend this unit if you're doing hardcore serious training and require a full-function and accurate distance meter. The meter is good, but not perfect, and I don't use the smart functionality. If you're a regular person looking for a water-based rower workout and want a sturdy unit at an excellent price point, then this model is for you. By the stroke count on the meter, I've put in about 60,000 strokes over the past eight months. I typically do 45-minute workouts and can easily get my heart rate up above 135 bpm if I go hard. I've had no issues with the foot holder and my foot slipping out. Not sure what the trick is but I imagine it has to do with good form. Like most gym equipment right? The unit stores vertically if space is a consideration. I use the holder on top of the meter to hold my iPad so I can watch a show during my workout. The machine is quiet when in use. Solid, simple construction. I would buy it again. Highly recommended!

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Andrea

Be wary of returning products.

Reviewed in Canada on July 24, 2025

Style: PremiumVerified Purchase

It came fast and seemed good quality. Filled it with water and it leaked right away. Sent it back to Amazon after speaking on the phone with a customer service rep who advised Amazon would pay for the shipping. Amazon did not pay for my shipping after several calls. I am out over $300 in return costs after being told it was covered. Be very wary of heavy items and promises of refunds. This was faulty upon arrival and not my fault but I’m out the money. Wow. Great customer treatment from a major company.

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