I had an AeroPilates for like 15 years. It finally gave out. I started looking for a new one but this time it had to be foldable. I looked at so many that my mind was spinning. When I saw this one, I decided to try because I was familiar with the brand. And I’m so glad I did! I’m 71 years old and I received it, unpacked it and set it up by myself. It comes 90% already set up. I fold it and unfold it every time no problem. Yes I’m in good shape but still, I was reluctant to get it because my old one I kept it under a sofa. But I’m so glad I got it and able to keep it in a closet being that my space is small. Yes, I do love it and I would recommend it highly.
I bought The precision 535 in 2020. It was my Covid exercise machine so I didn’t waste away in the house. I had broken my Knee earlier that year and was still building my quads. So after PT finished with me, I really needed to add to My workout to grow my strength. I’ve been using this reformer at least five days a week for 4 1/2 years. And it still works perfectly!
The springs are just like when I bought them. They haven’t loosened at all! The padding is still the same on the foot bar as well as on the carriage. It feels like it’s still brand new.
I bought several additions for it, including a box, a pull-up bar and an exercise mat to protect my floor. I’ve used it with the exercise mat on both wooden floors and carpeted floors and it works great. I didn’t feel it necessary to buy padded shoulder pads or padded straps or headrest. I do use a small, thick yoga pad on the foot bar just to protect my older heels.
In the beginning, I noticed there was a little bit of obstruction with some of the plastic Inside the base where the foot bar inserts. I think it was there to strengthen the fixing of the bar. I tried to fix it, so it wasn’t an obstruction in several different ways, But eventually,. I just reached in with my fingers and removed it and everything worked fine. 🤷🏻♀️
I oiled the track once about 3 1/2 years ago because of squeaking. Never had to do it again. it made a little sound every now and again for the first year or so but I think once I broke it in, it stopped squeaking. I think the most difficult thing was measuring and length of my ropes/straps. And there was a couple times I had to adjust when they stretched a little as the knotts tightened. But I think I’ve adjusted them maybe three times in four years
It’s my one go to exercise machine I really thought for the price that If I got a couple years out of it, I would be happy. Turns out I moved across the country and the one non-negotiable packing item was my reformer. It’s probably the best thing I bought for the money in the last three decades. I have no interest in replacing it or upgrading it for something more. It’s still like new in every way. I’m a little blown away by that.
Really the best purchase ever! Highly recommend. And also, I put it together myself (I’m in my 60s) in about 40 minutes. I’m not much of a mechanical person either. It’s just really an awesome machine. Love that it folds and rolls. Great purchase.
Daughter purchased this about two years ago. I can do some things on this reformer but I really need it up off the floor a little. I have trouble getting up and down with my senior body. I realize there is no stand at least not yet. Why? Will box work on this reformer?
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from staminaproducts.comBy Customer Care, Customer Care, July 17, 2024
Hi JenRed, Unfortunately there is not a stand for the Precision Series Reformers. The AeroPilates Box will work with the 55-5535. If you need further assistance feel free to contact us at customer.care@staminaproducts.com.
I've only had the machine for a couple of weeks, but so far I love it! It's well built and surprisingly small once folded. It's perfect for apartment living because it's quiet and sturdy. The wheels have been a bit squeaky at times, but some WD-40 resolves it quickly.
The rebounder has been a pleasant surprise, as it's a much tougher ab workout than expected. I wish that there were more workout videos included with the machine though. There are a couple of basic introductory level videos, but for those of us looking to utilize this machine in place of a studio workout, some Intermediate/Advanced videos would be nice.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought a older model premier because it had a nicer carriage. The new 535 is nice, like the wheels on the frame. But the ropes on the carriage wouldn’t stay fasten when in use. So returned it for a older model that worked.
So happy with this purchase! I am an instructor and due to studios being closed here in NYC I needed a way to practice at home and keep up with my routines. I am able to do this with the reformer 535 at a great price and keep in shape while I wait to get back into the studios!