Keef66 4 This is a solid rowing machine. I am used to the Concept 2 at the gym, and this one rows a bit differently, with a harder catch. Having gotten used to the magnet feel, I quite like it. Overall construction is robust, especially the rail and seat part. The rail folds up easily and securely when not in use.My two complaints are that the electronics aren’t that informative; would like to see more info on one screen versus the rotating page motif it uses. Also, the machine is a little bit tippy side to side, but this is a minor quibble. I appreciate the narrow footprint that causes this. On the whole, I am satisfied with my purchase, as this Schwinn was less than half the price of a Concept 2. It’s hard to know for sure, but I feel like it will last a good long while.