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The 6 best fitness mirrors — and one to avoid

See how Lululemon Studio, Tempo, and Tonal rank.
By Jae Thomas with additional reporting from Mashable writers  on 
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Our Top 7 Picks

Lululemon Studio Mirror (opens in a new tab)

Best overall

A rental-friendly, minimal design paired with high production value classes and. high-end fitness studio partners make the Lululemon Studio one of the top connected home gym systems.

The Good

  • Easy installation
  • Minimal design
  • Is a normal mirror when turned off
  • Huge library of live and on-demand classes
  • Apple Music integration
  • Can be wall mounted or placed on a stand
  • Boutique fitness studio classes from AARMY, Y7 Studio, DOGPOUND, and more

The Bad

  • Internal speakers aren't great after a year or two
  • No touchscreen

The Bottom Line

If you're looking for a straightforward fitness mirror, you won't do much better than the Mirror. With a polished design, quality workout classes, and a low profile, the Mirror fits seamlessly into any home.
Pros & Cons

FORME Studio (opens in a new tab)

Runner-up

Very similar to the Lululemon Studio Mirror, the FORME Studio offers a slightly elevated exterior, boutique-style classes (including Barry's Bootcamp classes), and a personal fitness concierge.

The Good

  • Pricier than the Lululemon Studio Mirror
  • Beautiful design
  • Personalized fitness concierge
  • Personal training availability
  • High-vibe classes and instructors

The Bad

  • Sound quality isn't the best
  • Some Bluetooth hiccups during testing

The Bottom Line

If you really want a touchscreen fitness mirror, the FORME Studio is a great alternative to the Lululemon Studio Mirror. FORME boasts a streamlined, elegant exterior— just be prepared to pay the price.
Pros & Cons

Tempo Studio (opens in a new tab)

Best for traditional lifting

The Tempo Studio gives you form recommendations and easy to follow classes that make strength training simpler, so you can say goodbye to half-assed lifting at the gym.

The Good

  • Doesn't need to be wall-mounted
  • Sleek design
  • AI form-correcting technology
  • Large HD touchscreen
  • Nice built-in storage cabinet

The Bad

  • The starter kit only includes dumbbells and weight plates
  • Can't connect to bluetooth headphones
  • Infrequent live classes

The Bottom Line

If you want to get into lifting but the gym bros are just too intimidating, the Tempo studio will teach you the best form — all from the comfort of your home.
Pros & Cons

Tonal (opens in a new tab)

Best for getting toned

Tonal's smart weight system has the most in-depth fitness tracking, plus killer AI features like automatic weight adjustment and a digital spotter.

The Good

  • Smart weight adjustment
  • Weight is completely digital
  • Tons of data and reports to monitor your fitness progress
  • Has a digital spotter
  • Gives live form feedback
  • Large HD touchscreen

The Bad

  • Has very specific installation and space requirements
  • Difficult to move
  • Looks more like a workout machine than other picks
  • Costs extra for smart accessories
  • Recent price increase

The Bottom Line

In-depth progress tracking, super smart AI-powered weights, and dynamic classes make Tonal the most high-tech pick on this list. It's just not the best choice for renters or folks who move frequently.
Pros & Cons

NordicTrack Vault (opens in a new tab)

Another option for iFit users (but not the best one)

Complete with a built-in storage cabinet and a rotating mirror, the NordicTrack vault is an option for current iFit users, but isn't the best.

The Good

  • Built-in storage cabinet
  • Mirror rotates 360 degrees
  • Can run on existing iFit membership
  • Is an actual mirror when turned off
  • 30 day iFit free trial
  • Large HD touchscreen

The Bad

  • Full weight set is $500 more
  • Pricey for the basic package with no accessories
  • Screen is glitchy and slow
  • Not the best picture or sound quality
  • Camera doesn't do anything — no instructor feedback

The Bottom Line

Current iFit users can access the entire collection of workouts through the NordicTrack Vault — but there are better options out there.
Pros & Cons

Echelon Reflect (opens in a new tab)

Budget pick

Get the fitness mirror experience for hundreds less than the leading competitors.

The Good

  • Sleek design
  • Cheaper than other options
  • Takes up the least space of the mirrors on this list

The Bad

  • No option for professional installation
  • No functionality for filtering classes by skill level
  • No touchscreen

The Bottom Line

If you're not interested in crazy smart metrics, personal training, or AI technology, the original Echelon Reflect is a nice, simple fitness mirror at a decent price.
Pros & Cons

ProForm Vue (opens in a new tab)

Best Mirror With Accessories

Get the best features of the NordicTrack Vault and the Mirror in one device at a great price.

The Good

  • Comes with accessories
  • Has built-in storage
  • Twists to adjust angle
  • Great price for a touchscreen and accessories
  • Doesn't need to be wall mounted
  • 30 day iFit free trial
  • Is an actual mirror when not in use

The Bad

  • No option for professional installation

The Bottom Line

For the price of the Mirror, you'll get a touchscreen and included accessories — but iFit's workout classes aren't quite as polished.
Pros & Cons

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Going to the gym is so 2019.

Since the start of the pandemic, working from home and working out from home has become the norm — and we don't think the almighty home gym is going anywhere.

While building a home gym might be easy for folks with extra rooms and garages to spare, not everyone has space to house a treadmill and a million other fitness machines. That's where smart fitness mirrors come in. And no, the Mirror isn't the only one on the market anymore.

How do workout mirrors work?

Fitness mirrors work by displaying a professional trainer on a screen to lead you through a workout. Some options act as actual mirrors that allow you to see yourself and the trainer as you exercise, allowing you to self-correct your form. Other options aren't actually mirrors at all, but give you AI-powered form recommendations, among other smart features.

Instead of streaming a Chloe Ting workout from your tiny phone every day, workout mirrors display a trainer right in front of you on a big screen with a small footprint. Most only require a few feet of wall real estate and can be mounted on the wall or used with a stand. You'll obviously need a few feet of open space to do your workout comfortably, but you'll be able to take a yoga class, work on your cardio, and lift weights without needing to own any huge, bulky machines. Owning a fitness mirror is basically like working out in the future.

All workout mirrors will require a close outlet and a stable, speedy internet connection to access live and on-demand workout classes. The list of the best fitness mirrors below also includes both touchscreen options and mirrors that have to be controlled through a smartphone app.

Are fitness mirrors worth it?

If you're the kind of person who can't just go to the gym and lift weights to the sound of music, a workout mirror can make getting in shape way more motivating. Most fitness mirrors emulate the vibe of a studio-style class with a pro trainer, guided exercises, and high-energy music. If you're the type of person that pays (or would pay) hundreds per month to take a class in a fitness studio, a workout mirror will save you tons of money in the long run.

All of the fitness mirrors on this list require a separate monthly or yearly subscription to access live and on-demand content. These memberships usually run around $30 to $50 per month, but it is an additional cost to consider. In short, workout mirrors will be worth it for people who will actually use them on a regular basis and can justify the ongoing monthly membership costs.

If the upfront prices of fitness mirrors are keeping you from taking the plunge, know that all of these picks offer financing options where you can pay monthly for your mirror for anywhere between 12 and 48 months — no credit card required. Most of the brands in this list are partnered with Affirm, but others use similar BNPL (buy now, pay later) financing services through TD Fit Loan and Citizens Pay.

Which fitness mirror is best?

For most people, we'd recommend the Lululemon Studio Mirror. It looks great in pretty much any home, has insanely polished classes, and has the capability for personal training, if you're into that. As the first workout mirror of its kind, The Mirror has a pretty large community and a big backlog of classes. The workouts are powered by Lululemon (and all of its boutique fitness studio partners), so there are tons of exciting options. It doesn't come with any included accessories and you probably won't do any really heavy lifting here, but the classes it does offer are motivating and well-paced. There are also filters on the compatible app that allow you to search for exactly the class you want, down to the equipment needed, intensity level, time, and instructor.

If you're interested in weight lifting or strength training, consider Tonal or Tempo. Tempo uses free weights, while Tonal features smart digital weight in the form of a cable machine. Both systems use AI sensors to correct your form, but Tonal goes the extra mile in the smart features category. Long story short, if you want to learn how to bench press, squat, and deadlift, go for Tempo. If you're looking to get toned and tune into in-depth smart metrics, go for Tonal.

If none of these three options sound up your alley, there are plenty of other workout mirrors on the market, each with its own unique features. Read on to discover the best fitness mirrors, and see how the Mirror stacks up to the competition.

Best overall
Credit: Mirror
Specs
  • Delivery and installation: $250
  • Mount type: Stand or wall mount
  • Touch screen?: No
  • Monthly membership: Yes, $39/month (one year minimum commitment)
  • Included accessories: Mirror stand, lens cap

Formerly known as the Mirror (or just Mirror) the Lululemon Studio Mirror(opens in a new tab) is an ideal all-in-one workout solution. It combines trainer-led studio-style workouts with an actual mirror you can see yourself in, so even beginner fitness fans can get their form on point with every workout. 

With training powered by Lululemon, there are hundreds of options to choose from and each class feels Peloton-level polished. Pick from live or on-demand classes across 17 categories including boxing, yoga, stretching, cardio, toning, and more. There are class lengths from five to sixty minutes, so you'll always have time to get some activity in. Thanks to the Lululemon Studio rebrand in Oct. 2022, you'll also find classes from boutique fitness studios like AARMY, Y7 Studio, DOGPOUND, FORWARD_Space, PureBarre, Rumble, AKT, and YogaSix.

In terms of design, the Mirror is one of the most streamlined on this list. The minimal design fits with any home aesthetic and looks like an ordinary floor-length mirror when it's turned off. It can be wall-mounted or leaned against the wall with a stand for a rental-friendly option.

Check out our full review of the Lululemon Studio Mirror for more info.

Runner-up
Credit: FORME
Specs
  • Installation: $250
  • Mount type: Stand or wall mount
  • Touchscreen?: Yes
  • Monthly membership: Yes, $49/month
  • Included accessories: Premium yoga mat, heart rate monitor, cleaning cloth, camera covers

The FORME Studio(opens in a new tab) and the Lululemon Studio Mirror are basically the same in all but screen and price. Both boast boutique studio-style fitness classes, high-end production, seamless class navigation, and upbeat trainers. The FORME, however, is larger and more elegant on the exterior and it boasts a touchscreen (so you can really feel like you live in the year 3000 while you work out).

The FORME Studio mirror is more expensive than its Lululemon counterpart by $1,000, so the Lululemon Studio is the way to go for the best bang for your buck. However, if you have the extra cash to spend and want a huge, elegant touchscreen mirror in your workout room, the FORME is for you.

If you have even more cash lying around, you can turn the FORME into a Tonal alternative by adding the Lift or Barre packages — complete with integrated digital weights and/or a detachable ballet barre for pilates and barre classes. The FORME Lift will run you $4990 total ($1,495 more than Tonal's system), while the FORME Barre package will run you $2,790.

Check out our full review of the FORME Studio for more info.

Best for traditional lifting
Credit: Tempo
Specs
  • Delivery and Installation: Standard delivery is $150, white glove delivery and installation is $250
  • Mount type: Freestanding
  • Touch screen: Yes
  • Monthly membership: $39/month
  • Included accessories: Workout mat, two dumbbells, 75 pounds of weight plates, and four collars

Weight lifting in the gym can be intimidating, but the Tempo studio(opens in a new tab) will ease you into the lifting life in style. Not only does the Tempo look like a high-end piece of furniture, it also comes packed with AI technology that checks your form during each workout class you take and offers modifications to get the best of each exercise. Basically, it's like having a personal trainer at home with you. 

Really, the only downside of the Tempo is that if you want to get into heavy lifting with exercises like bench pressing, deadlifting, and anything that requires a barbell or a bench, you'll need to purchase either the Plus or Pro bundle, which "racks up" extra costs upfront.

During testing, writer Brenda Stolyar appreciated Tempo's high-end equipment and how the AI tech keeps you in-check for optimal workouts (and less potential injuries).

Head to our full review of the Tempo Studio for more info.

Best for getting toned
Credit: Tonal
Specs
  • Delivery and installation: Required, normally $295 but varies by location
  • Mount type: Wall mounted, requires studs
  • Touchscreen: Yes
  • Monthly membership?: Yes, $49/month
  • Included accessories: None with basic package

If you're more interested in getting toned than lifting heavy weights — you guessed it — Tonal(opens in a new tab) is the fitness mirror for you. 

Tonal brings you total body workouts without all the free weights, resistance bands, and other pesky fitness accessories. It's basically an amped-up, smart version of a traditional cable machine. Instead of guessing how much weight you can handle though, Tonal's strength assessment will give you custom weight suggestions for a totally personalized workout. During your workout, you won't ever need to manually adjust the weight — Tonal's AI does it for you.

You'll get 200 pounds of digital weight, sensors that monitor your form and give you feedback, a digital spotter that will help you if needed, and live and on-demand studio-style classes. The only real downside to Tonal is that it has some pretty strict installation requirements, and isn't the most renter-friendly pick. The Tonal trainer also had a recent price increase (by $500), so you may want to look into financing through Affirm if you choose to bring one home.

Oh, and if it makes you feel more powerful, Tonal is endorsed by Lebron James. Just saying. 

Check out our full Tonal review for more info on all the smart features it has to offer.

Another option for iFit users (but not the best one)
Credit: Nordictrack
Specs
  • Delivery and installation: Delivery to your door is free, delivery and installation is $149
  • Touchscreen: Yes
  • Mount type: Freestanding
  • Membership: iFit, $39/month
  • Included accessories: None with basic package

The NordicTrack Vault(opens in a new tab) has one of the sleeker designs of the fitness systems on this list and actually looks like a minimalist mirror when not in use, too — similar to The Mirror. The Vault's main draw is that its screen hangs on a hinged door that swivels in multiple directions, so you don't necessarily need to have room to work out directly in front of the mirror.

During testing, reporter Amanda Yeo found that the performance of the Vault just wasn't up to par with the price. When you combine six to seven-second loading times between each screen with a non-functional installed camera, plus an additional cost of $500 for the cabinet to come with weights, you'll probably be better off with a different smart mirror.

The Vault runs on iFit (similar to the ProForm Vue), so if you already have a membership, you won't need to sign up for a separate one. If you love iFit, this is good news. But during our testing, Yeo found that the iFit workouts used on the Vault lacked motivational content, were often labeled with confusing names, and simply weren't worth the long loading times.

For more details on the NordicTrack Vault, check out our full review.

Budget pick
Credit: Echelon
Specs
  • Delivery and installation: Free delivery, no installation
  • Mount type: Wall mounted
  • Membership: $39/month, $399.99/year, or $699 for two years
  • Touch screen: No
  • Included accessories: None

While Echelon now features two different sizes of touchscreen Reflect fitness mirrors, the real stand out from the brand is the original Reflect(opens in a new tab). The screen isn't touch-enabled, and it's the smallest of the pack at 40 inches, but with a price of $749.99, its hundreds of dollars cheaper than all the competitors. If you're interested in basic workout classes across a pretty big variety of genres, the OG Echelon reflect will give you the features you need without the bells and whistles of some of the other options. 

All you'll need is to log into the Echelon app to access the library of over 2,000 on-demand classes. There are up to 40 new live classes added to the app on a daily basis too, so you won't get bored doing the same workouts. If you already have another connected Echelon device, you can use the same account to access classes on the Reflect.

Note that the Echelon Reflect price doesn't include any type of installation, so be prepared to bust your drill and measuring tape out. 

Best Mirror With Accessories
Credit: Proform
Specs
  • Delivery and installation: Free delivery, no installation
  • Mount type: Freestanding
  • Touchscreen: Yes
  • Membership: iFit, $39/month
  • Included accessories: One 10 pound barbell, two five pound dumbbells, and four 2.5 pound weight plates

If the Mirror and the NordicTrack Vault had a baby, you'd get the ProForm Vue(opens in a new tab). It's the same price as the Mirror, has a back-of-mirror storage situation similar to the Vault, and runs on iFit. If you own any other connected device that runs on iFit (or if it's just your go-to workout app on your phone), you won't need to purchase an additional membership. If you don't have an iFit membership, you'll score a free 30 day trial with purchase of the Proform Vue.

The ProForm Vue features a 22-inch touchscreen, and comes with a solid amount of accessories: a 10 pound barbell, two five pound dumbbells, and four 2.5 pound weight plates. All of these accessories can be stored on the back of the Vue, so everything will stay tidy.

The price of the Vue was recently dropped from $1499 down to $999, making it an even more attractive option in comparison to other mirrors on this list.

How we tested

We hands-on tested the Lululemon Studio Mirror, FORME Studio, Tonal, Tempo, and NordicTrack Vault fitness mirrors. While we were impressed with the Mirror, Tonal, and Tempo for their high-production value classes, easy interface, and quality designs, the NordicTrack Vault left little to be desired.

While we haven't tested these models yet, we included the Echelon Reflect and the ProForm Vue for more variety. As more brands come out with their own smart fitness mirrors, we stick to reviewing and including the brands that have a proven track record in making quality fitness gear.

Some things we looked out for during our review and research processes:

  • Workout class quality: When purchasing a fitness mirror, the integrated workout classes are top of mind since you'll be using them every time you use the mirror. We prefer classes with thoughtful instructors, fluid pacing, and accurate descriptions. The classes offered through Tonal, Mirror, and Tempo checked all the boxes. When testing the NordicTrack Vault, we weren't impressed with the iFit integration, so that's something to consider with any mirror that runs on iFit.

  • Screen speed: Like a smartphone, screen speed and responsiveness matter with a fitness mirror. Laggy, buggy screens and incompatible apps make you feel less motivated to use the mirror — the exact opposite of what should be happening with a thousand-dollar (or higher) piece of workout equipment.

  • User experience: Not only did we test the quality of the workouts, but we also ran through the entire UX of the mirrors we hands-on tested, including their compatible smartphone apps and the workout libraries. We prioritized models with easy-to-find classes, numerous filters, and simple, functional layouts.

You'll notice that this roundup is partially made up of reviews previously published on Mashable. If you want to learn more about any of the products that have been featured on our site, click on the review link in the product cards to head to the full write-up.

Jae Thomas is the Deputy Shopping Editor for Mashable. They specialize in all things outdoor gear, kitchen goods, pet products, and fitness gadgets. Before Jae came to Mashable, they received a B.A. in Journalism and English Literature from New York University and wrote for publications like Bon Appétit, Epicurious, The Daily Beast, Apartment Therapy, and Marie Claire.

When they're not testing products or writing about online shopping, you'll find Jae whipping up an elaborate meal, hiking, camping, or hanging out with their dog, Miso. Reach out to them on Twitter at @jaetaurina(opens in a new tab) or by email at [email protected]


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