( 6 reviews )
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( 1 of 1 found this review helpful ) Posted: Apr 21 2009
I bought one of these and took lessons on a Balanced Body Allegro. The Allegro costs about the same but doesn't come with any extras like a box, etc. (You can order them separately if you really have a use for them). I gave this one 2 stars only because it comes with so much stuff for the price. On the other hand there are BIG differences between this and the Allegro: "Ride:" The Allegro carriage is completely smooth and silent, the Stott feels and sounds like a Nordic Track. Padding: The Stott hurts my knees because the padding is so thin, no such problem with the Allegro's memory foam padding. Rope/Pulley noise: much, much more on the Stott. Footbar: The Allegro has 4 vertical and four horizontal positions, it's wider, has better (removable) padding and doesn't stink of rubber like the Stott. Springs: The Allegro has a better variety of springs and thus tension settings, and the springs don't keep going "sproing" like the Stott's. Standing Platform: The Allegro's is made of curved metal and is very comfortable to hold with the hands when doing exercises. The Stott is a sharp-edged 1x4 and even with a towel folded several times over it, it bites into your hands. You're spending a lot of money on this piece of equipment because you presumably intend to use for a long time. The Balanced Body machines are a class or two above for a similar price, so why not get the best? No I don't work for Balanced Body, I'm just trying to help other people avoid the mistake I made.
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Posted: Sep 9 2008
I love the machine, it is everything it promises it to be, but for the color: the reformer turned up in black rather than as pictured in off-white. I was specifically looking for something less intrusive in my white loft. I wish the seller specified the color as black, rather than just giving a false image on all websites. The machine has a very distinct unpleasant smell, which I hoped would disappear by now, however after a few weeks it is there and it is still strong, but that should go away, the color stays... The reason I did not even consider sending it back was that the box is absolutely huge and heavy and the delivery person was really struggling with getting it off the truck as there was no indication in the shipping instruction that he needed any specific equipment/help. As for the Pilates experience, it is a great machine, very smooth and flexible, I particularly like that it has 5th spring which allows to further customize workout.
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Posted: Oct 28 2007
I've taken pilates reformer instructions from a trainer and I paid $350.00 for a 5 lesson package. This meant only taking a lesson a week. I had the Total Trainer with Pilates machine and it was not even close to a real reformer. The Stott Home SPX IS A REAL REFORMER. It's wonderful. Best yet, I can use it several times a week. It really pays for itself. The shipping company (Eagle) were fantastic. I placed the order Sunday, had it by Friday. If you don't mind shelling out some bucks upfront, buy this machine. You will not be disappointed.
