The Bowflex Revolution and the Xtreme 2 SE are two solid home gym models with different features and capabilities. We compare all of the pros, and cons, the exercise variety, and much more of each machine.
The Bowflex Revolution offers over 100 exercises with 220 lbs of resistance (upgradable 300 lb.).
This is a solid, heavy-duty home gym with a maximum user weight of 300 lbs.
The machine is protected by a 10-year machine warranty. If you are looking for a home gym with a vertical bench press then this machine is the one.
Note: The Bowflex Revolution, while an impressive machine with a range of features, has been discontinued by the manufacturer. Therefore, its availability might become limited in the near future.
The Xtreme 2 SE offers over 70 exercises with 210 lbs of power rod resistance that’s upgradable to 310 lbs or even 410 lbs. The machine is protected by a 7-year machine warranty and a lifetime warranty for the power rods. It’s also one of the most compact machines of Bowflex.
With this machine, no cable changes are needed between exercises. So, if you don’t have a lot of room and like quick changes between exercises, the Xtreme 2SE is a great option.
Spec Comparison
Bowflex Revolution
Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE
Exercise Variety
Both machines offer a great number of exercises. The Revolution allows you to do over 100 possible exercises and with the Xtreme 2 SE, it is possible to 70 different exercises. We must remind you that if you need a preacher curl attachment, the Extreme 2 SE offers it as an optional attachment.
The Revolution’s unique features like its sliding seat rail for aerobic rowing and leg presses provide more workout options.
Key Differences:
- The Bowflex Revolution offers over 100 exercises with 220 lbs of resistance, while the Xtreme 2SE offers over 70 exercises with 210 lbs of power rod resistance.
- The Revolution’s resistance can be upgraded to 300 lbs for the most exercises (600 lbs for the leg press station), while the Xtreme 2SE’s resistance is upgradeable up to 310 lbs or 410 lbs.
- The Revolution uses SpiraFlex technology to provide resistance, while the Xtreme 2SE uses a power rod resistance system.
- The Revolution features a sliding seat rail, a function not found in the Xtreme 2SE. On the other hand, the Xtreme 2SE makes up for it with a user-friendly, no-change cable pulley system.
- The Revolution has a 10-year machine warranty, while the Xtreme 2SE has a 7-year machine warranty and a lifetime warranty for the power rods.
RESISTANCE
220 lbs of SpiraFlex resistance which is upgradable up to 300 lbs.
210 lbs of Power Rod resistance which is upgradable to 310 or 410 lbs.
LEGS
CURLS
PULLDOWN
ABS
ROW
PREACHER CURL ATTACHMENT
Optional
REQUIRED WORKOUT AREA DIMENSIONS
10 feet x 7 feet
8 feet x 6 feet and 5 inches
WARRANTY
It’s a solid home gym that’s backed by a 10-year machine and 90 days labor warranty.
It comes with a 7-year machine warranty and a lifetime warranty for the power rods, indicating confidence in the durability of the resistance system.
