Peloton announced plans to launch a rowing machine in the near future with familiar large screen workouts made available, and a black and red design.

Peloton is gearing up to launch its first-ever rowing machine. 

The connected fitness company on Friday announced plans to add the new piece of exercise equipment to its product lineup, confirming rumors that have been swirling for some time. Peloton's new rowing machine will have a similar aesthetic to the company's other equipment, with a large screen on which you can stream workouts, and a black and red design like its stationary bikes and treadmills. 

"The rumors are true - Peloton will be bringing its best-in-class fitness experience to the world of rowing!" the company wrote in a Friday blog post(Opens in a new window) . "Combining cardio and strength - Peloton is excited to add this total body workout into its powerhouse arsenal of content and grow its connected fitness portfolio with even more options for engaging and challenging workout experiences."

The company has yet to announce pricing and availability details, but says the rower is "coming soon." Peloton will face stiff competition in the smart rowing machine market from the likes of Aviron, Cityrow, Echelon, Ergatta, Hydrow, and NordicTrack, all of which already offer similar products. We at PCMag, of course, plan to get our hands on the Peloton rower as soon as possible, so stay tuned for all the details. 

News of Peloton's new rowing machine follows last month's release of the Guide, the company's first connected strength product. The Guide is a camera that connects to your TV and lets you see yourself on the screen as you work out, with motivating movement tracking and personalized class recommendations.

Peloton is counting on these new products to help offset financial troubles as it struggles to maintain growth.

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Smart fitness machines: rowing machines, stationary bikes, strength training equipment, treadmills, and workout mirrors

Wearables: fitness trackers, heart rate monitors, and smartwatches

Smart home devices: air purifiers, kitchen appliances, light bulbs, robot vacuums, smart scales, and more

Pet tech: connected cameras and GPS trackers

My little Florida beach bungalow serves as a test bed for the latest smart home tech, and I constantly cycle through products I'm reviewing. 

I have a smart speaker or display in every room, allowing me to control other connected devices by voice. The Nest Hub on my bedside table lets me set wake-up alarms, control my Wyze Light Bulbs, and set the temperature on my Nest Thermostat. I use the Amazon Echo Show 8 on my kitchen counter to browse recipes, reorder protein powder, and check the weather. 

Because I suffer from allergies, air purifiers are essential. I use the Dyson Purifier Cool TP07, which doubles as a fan and continuously sends indoor pollution data to its companion mobile app. 

A good floor-cleaning robot is also a must. I currently use an Ecovacs X1 Omni and an Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra, two premium models that can both vacuum and mop, empty their own dustbins, and wash their own mop cloths. 

For fitness, I generally have about three large workout machines in rotation at a given time. At present, that includes the Echelon EX-8S stationary bike, the NordicTrack iSelect adjustable dumbbells, the NordicTrack Vault workout mirror, the Peloton Guide strength training camera, and the Tempo Move weight training system. I've also had a Tonal mounted on my wall since 2020. 

Finally, I cycle through wearables like it's my job—because it is. In heavy rotation at the moment are the Garmin Venu 2, a favorite for its bright screen and stylish design, and the Apple Watch Series 7, which I often use as a control device when testing other models.

On the weekends I love riding e-bikes like the rugged, beach-friendly Aventon Aventure for fun and fitness.

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