FTX Functional Trainer - Compact at Home Workout Machine with Accessories - Space Saving Design - Home Gym Cable Machine and Two 165 lb Weight Stacks

I purchased the FT2 around two months ago. My concern was to install this 800-lb unit on a second floor, I posted my questions on this page, and I want to thank the Amazon community for their feedback. You should get 11 boxes, but I only received 10 (the leg extension kit was missing). Amazon asked me not to open the other boxes and wait until they send me another set. I contacted Inspire and they sent me the missing box in a day or two, really great! I was impressed by the parts quality and the clear instructions. All parts arrived in perfect condition. Putting together the FT2 is a two-day project assuming you do not make mistakes in the process or parts are missing. In my case, one stack raiser was missing, but again Inspire sent me the piece which arrived in a couple of days. You may need an extra hand when installing the upper brackets. The unit was installed in a small room upstairs that sits over a load bearing beam. My unit is on a shag rug, over 3 panels of 3/4 inch plywood (in a U-shape) to distribute the weight across multiple joists. I will update this feedback if I see any structural damage over time, I hope not, it shouldn't. The equipment is commercial quality. The pulleys run smoothly, the bench is very solid and comfortable. The top two and the back four pulleys provide several options to work individual muscles. The leg extension works great. The Smith machine is a fantastic addition. However, because it starts from a negative position, I had to get used to it. It is now part of my basic routine for squats, calves, bench press, and incline press. With the weight multiplier, I do not think I will ever need to buy the extra weight stacks. It is amazing the number of exercises you can do in a very small footprint. Working out at home is priceless. No commute, no stinky bathrooms or loud music. The FT2 plus a couple of adjustable dumbbells and a good cardio machine, should be enough to be in decent shape without having to go to a gym ever again.

I was looking for a new home gym and decided on the Inspire FT1. So glad I did, this thing is amazing! The quality, versatility, ease of operation and bang for the buck all surpassed my expectations! Some things to know if you’re considering the FT1… Delivery – the Inspire FT1 is delivered via very large truck and is heavy, like roughly 700 lbs heavy. It comes in 8 boxes -- 6 boxes containing 50 lbs of weight plates each (if you get the 100 lb upgrade, add 2 more boxes), 1 small box containing the shroud parts, and 1 very large, very heavy box containing the actual FT1 and accessories, on a large double pallet. But everything was packed extremely well! Setup – despite the weight of the FT1, setup was easy… like super easy. The instructions advise using 2 people to set it up (probably due to the weight of each side of the FT1), however I did it by myself in right at 2 hrs total. Each side of the FT1 is preassembled with the pulleys and everything already together, you just have to connect the sides and add the weight stacks, accessory holder and shrouds. The instructions are very straight forward and easy to follow and the nuts and bolts are separated for each step, which is nice. Know where you’re putting the FT1 before you add the weight stacks… cause once it’s all together, it’s heavy! Follow the instructions for tightening the bolts and you’re all set! Versatility – I absolutely love the versatility of the FT1! Changing exercises, changing position of the handles/pulleys up and down, changing the weight you want to lift… all super quick and easy! The number of different exercises you can do on the FT1 is seriously only limited to your imagination. The pulleys are super smooth and quiet while using, and the whole thing is built solid! It comes with high quality handles, both a straight bar and a curl bar, a tricep rope, a couple other nifty accessories and an exercise guide. Overall I couldn’t be happier with my Inspire FT1, it totally blows away my old home gym and takes up less space in the process. 5 stars is not enough!

Bought this on Black Friday, November 29th, for $1,519 and received it on December 6th - with great service and communication from the logistics company. It arrived on a large wooden pallet and as stated by other reviewers, it’s incredibly heavy and had to be broken down to haul it downstairs to the basement. The two weight stacks come assembled separately, the weights themselves are in another 6 boxes and then the two cross-supports are separate also. Even with those items broken down, it took three of us to get item downstairs. Putting together was a simple process, made difficult by how heavy the towers are. It took my wife and I together to get the two towers upright, positioned correctly and assembled with the two cross supports. After that I was able to complete the assembly and slide the weights onto the runners by myself. I was worried briefly during the assembly stage as it felt very unstable and moved under any weight, but once all bolts were tightened and weights added, there was no wobble when doing pull-ups. I’ve now been using the product for 3 weeks and have to say I’m very impressed. The cables are very smooth and feel very well balanced and the product appears to be very well made. The item came with a few attachments (a tricep rope, chin/dip belt, curl bar, two handles - material/rubber grips) which also appear to be very robust. The only issue taller people may find, is the (relatively) low height of the highest setting for the stations. It doesn’t bother me at all (I’m 5ft 6) but I can imagine that taller people may have a smaller range of motion when doing lat pull downs, tricep push downs etc. The height of the product in general is great for me, as it’s the perfect heigh for chin-ups and allows just enough clearance to my basement ceiling. In conclusion, I am incredibly impressed with the product and I would buy it again in an instant. It’s very well made and has helped add a ton of variety to my workouts. I would thoroughly recommend the FTX to any prospective buyer.

I highly recommend the FTX Functional Trainer. For a home gym, it is extremely well constructed out of higher-end materials. It feels very solid when in use (gym quality) and, so far at least, there are no annoying squeaks or rattles. Delivery (from CA to SC) took about 1 week and assembly was much easier than I anticipated...but you definitely need two people since some of the pieces are quite heavy and bulky. To the extent possible, try to get it dropped off as close as possible to the room where it will be installed. The unit is shipped in 7 boxes....6 50-pound boxes containing the weights for the two stacks and one box containing the actual trainer frame and components. All together it weighs close to 600 pounds. Most of the boxes were fairly well shredded by the time they made it to my house but, while there was some minor cosmetic damage to the FTX frame, it was surprisingly well-packed and protected. They include some touch-up paint (along with some teflon lubricant) with the package which comes in very handy. One issue that arose was the fact that the price of the FTX dropped almost $300 between the time I placed the order and actual delivery. Given that this is a very hard item to repack and return, I was worried I would be stuck with the higher price. However, I sent an email to Inspire Fitness customer support and received a reply back within 24-hours indicating that a refund would be issued for the price difference since they have a 14-day price drop policy. Lastly, keep in mind that the weight stacks in the FTX unit are not upgradeable...so if you feel you might need to add more weight to the stacks down the road then you must go with their FT1 or FT2 models. Overall, a great product at a fair price along with responsive customer service and I would not hesitate to purchase from them again.

I have been looking for a functional trainer for several months but the $4000+ pricetags on competitors equipment was out of my price point. I chose the FT-1 thinking I was settling. I was completely wrong!! As a mechanical engineer, I was really impressed at the quality of construction and precise fit when assembling each of the components. It is big and bulky to assemble with one person, but the instructions are clear, all hardware was there, and installation was easy. From a functionality standpoint, it is everything I wanted at a great price. As one other user noted, the bench is about 2" higher than a standard bench, so it is difficult to lock out your legs on bench press. This is easily solved by placing a step platform under the bench. The quality of the bench makes it my first choice rather than using the others I have. I did add the optional weight stack upgrade. I also appreciate the mesh guards over the weight stack. I would say this is not necessary for 90% of the exercises but is nice to have. I routinely work out with my dogs and I don't have to watch if someone is sticking their nose where it doesn't belong. The ONLY thing I would change would be a little wider spread on the cable attachments, but that would make the unit larger and I am really nitpicking here. The shape fits perfectly in a corner. This unit has really expanded the versatility of my home gym and is a fantastic addition.

This is a really nice machine. It's all we should ever need. It's smooth and sturdy. Just wish it came with the 5lb add on weights...or that they weren't so expensive to purchase. ($37 each).

For several years I have been looking for home fitness equipment that would provide the same (or near) quality workout from the gym/weight room environment. Each time I have been disappointed with the options available, until now. This is the first home gym that I have found that performs like equipment I have been using for the past 20 years in various gyms or fitness centers, and paying a monthly membership for. Although this unit has several impressive qualities, the cable functionality impressed me the most. The cable system is smooth and responsive. The laggy, rubber-band feel of other home systems is completely eliminated with the FT2, and it feels like working with cables at a fitness center. Making adjustments to the height and position of the handles, and adding or decreasing weight is quick and easy, making for seamless transitions from one exercise to the next. With the different options for handle placement, each muscle group can be worked using a variety of exercises, similar to what is available at commercial gyms, without the migration from station to station. The barbell, with Smith function, is also extremely smooth. Again, it feels similar to Smith machines I have worked on in previous gym settings, but adds the convenience of using a weight stack, instead of barbell plates. The Smith feature is great especially in the home setting because reps can still go to failure, if wanted, without the worry about getting stuck without a spotter. One of my biggest concerns with transitioning to a home system was lack of progression, but with the FT2, I have been able to go as heavy as I have wanted without sacrificing safety. It seemed like assembly was going to be a challenge when it arrived in all of the boxes it ships in. I was surprised at how easy it turned out to be though. It took a few hours, but the instructions are very well organized, parts and hardware are clearly labeled, and customer service is available if questions come up. One of the cables got pulled too tight during assembly and broke (my fault), but customer service was very accommodating and shipped a new one overnight, no questions asked. I have been extremely happy with this home gym, and even though it is somewhat more expensive than other alternatives, I have found it to be more than worth it.

I never write a review.I don’t have Facebook,or any social messiah.my piint is for me to get on here is saying something.Im so disappointed.for the cost of this sure there are some nice cable exercises you can do,but the red bench bar that connects to the sliding mechanism.ITS TERRIBLE YOU ALWAYS HAVE TO START IN A NEGATIVE START POSITION.imposible for older people and pain In the ... for me.And it’s not easy to use AT ALL.I put together myself.Now I want to return it but shew the work in putting together ugh

La máquina es tal y como se ve en la foto. Venía muy bien embalada y la monté yo sólo, lo cual me llevó algo más de 5 horas. Tardó bastante menos de lo que me decía el seguimiento de amazon. Va muy fluida. De peso algo justo para peso muerto, por ejemplo, pero es la única pega. Va apropiada para entrenamiento duro en el sentido fitness. No apta para culturistas. Saludos