Torque F9 Fold-Away Functional Trainer
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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Compact functional trainer
- Fits in a 3-foot-by-3-foot corner
- Comes with fold-away doors
- Available in 3 different weight stack sizes
- 6 different accessories available
In-Depth Review
Torque F9 Functional Trainer Review (2024): Save Space With This Folding, Corner Cable Machine
Author: Lauren Strong, CPTPros & Cons
What We Like...
- Compact and easy to store
- Well-designed and versatile
- Perfect for a gym looking for a space-saver
What Needs Improvement...
- Reviews show that assembly is difficult for some
- Expensive (especially the 225 LB stack)
Product Summary
If you’re looking for a full functional trainer that’s also compact and easy to put away, look no further. As stated in the name, this product is a full functional trainer, but is easily able to fold away behind doors that are a part of the trainer. When closed, the doors hide the front of the trainer and can help keep a safe home gym environment for children and pets.
Its compact design allows it to fit into only a 3-foot-by-3-foot corner. It is easy to use and you can quickly adjust the weights during your workout. This product is available for purchase in three different weight stack sizes (150-pound stack, 200-pound stack, 225-pound stack). It also comes with six different accessories (universal strap, leg boot harness, pair of short strap handles, squat harness, straight bar, and a pair of snap hooks).
The cables allow you to travel up to 94 inches and have a .5:1 weight ratio. The machine also is equipped with a pull-up bar and the assist strap function allows you to practice chin-ups and dips to gradually help you towards an unassisted pull-up. This product does not come with a bench, but you are able to purchase a bench add-on that docks securely into the machine and also stores away when closing the doors.
Specs
| Rating | 3.9 |
|---|---|
| Max resistance | 150 or 225 lbs |
| Footprint | 61.2” L x 69.7” W x 83.8” H |
| Machine type | Functional trainer |
| Subscription Needed | No |
| Warranty | 10-year frame/welds, 1-year parts |
| Resistance type | Weight stack |
| Nickname | Torque F9 |
| Accessories | T-grip handles, chin-up/push-up assist strap, leg boot, squat harness, snap hooks |
Summary
The F9 Fold-Away Functional Trainer is a full trainer with a small footprint that can be easily stored. Its design is sturdy and versatile, it even comes with a handful of accessories to help you customize your workouts.
