Aqua Elite Water Rower FAQ

The AquaElite is Sportstech’s premium water rowing machine—and sets new standards. It is made of elegant solid wood, features stylish leather handles, and brings the latest technology right into your living room with its 21.5" HD touchscreen. Enjoy the full Sportstech Live experience at home—with guided workouts, stunning landscape videos, recipes, and your favorite streaming services.

Yes, an internet connection is required to use the device so you can register for the Sportstech Live app. Unfortunately, the device cannot be used without registering in the app.

The maximum user weight for the Aqua Elite water rowing machine is 150 kg.

Note: The same manual applies to both the 10.1″ and 21.5″ displays. The standard Aqua Elite manual always applies to both display versions; there is no separate manual for the 10.1″ display.

Yes, the AquaElite’s 21.5" screen can be rotated 330°. This also makes it easy to do other exercises that don’t involve rowing.

The AquaElite enables a comprehensive full-body workout. Rowing engages almost all muscle groups, allowing you to effectively improve your strength, endurance, and coordination.

Yes, the device can be folded and stood upright with water in the tank, as long as the water level does not exceed the maximum mark on the tank. This applies to both display versions (10.1" and 21.5").

How to fold the AquaElite:

1. Open the tension lock.
2. Slide the seat all the way back.
3. Slowly lift the device by the center bar. The front end is heavier. The display remains securely attached.

Our tip: If you won’t be using the device for an extended period or will be away for more than a few days, we recommend draining the water from the tank as a precaution.

The maximum user height for the AquaElite is 1.90 m.

The rail is 109 cm long.

Yes, the device can be placed upright without folding it.

The seat is 28 cm high.

The water tank holds 15 liters.

Assembly is user-friendly, and instructions are included. You can also find an assembly video online.

The AquaElite offers three ways to adjust the resistance: by changing the amount of water in the tank, your individual rowing stroke, and the control for the 2-chamber system.

The water tank’s resistance is based on a two-chamber system, in which water is transferred between the active and passive chambers. By turning the dial, you can simulate natural water resistance and adjust it from a light workout to competition-level conditions.

Demo units are a cost-effective way to purchase high-quality products at a reduced price. These previously used products have either been tested by prospective customers or displayed in stores. Demo products may show minor signs of use, but have been carefully inspected both technically and cosmetically.

The “tension knob” on the AquaElite is the dial marked 1–4 on the water tank. It sets the rowing machine’s base resistance. Many users assume it is defective, even though the knob is working correctly.

There are two chambers inside the water tank. Turning the tension knob moves water between the active and passive chambers. The more water in the active chamber (level 4), the higher the base resistance. At level 1, the base resistance is correspondingly lower.

The knob clicks into four settings. Turn it clockwise to increase the resistance or counterclockwise to decrease it. Ideally, set the desired level before starting your workout.

The device also uses dynamic water resistance: the faster and harder you pull, the greater the resistance—just like in a real rowing boat. So when rowing slowly, the difference between the settings may be barely noticeable.

Important: The tension knob only changes how the water is distributed in the tank. The total amount of water separately affects the maximum resistance possible. A higher water level means greater overall resistance.