# Row Forge — user reviews > 28 indexed App Store user reviews of Row Forge by Row Forge LLC, rated 3.90/5 from 36 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/row-forge/id1449786284/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/row-forge/id1449786284.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 22 · 4★ 3 · 3★ 3 · 2★ 1 · 1★ 7 ## Newest reviews (8 of 28) ### 4/5 — Good, Needs Work *2020-03-02* After just one use, I like it, but here’s one annoying defect: It classifies some workout types incorrectly — or at least inconveniently — e.g., some set pieces are classified as ‘Variable Interval’. That makes them ineligible for ranking in the Concept2 log. Ranked workouts need to be ‘Fixed Distance’. **Developer response:** Thank you for the feedback. We have identified what went wrong with this and are working towards correcting the mislabel. Thank you ### 4/5 — Good App *2020-02-17* The app is good and I enjoy that it will give me a challenge along with my other workout routine to cut weight and shed body fat. The only issue that I would like added to the app is an offline capability where it knows your profile but if you don’t have the chance to get WiFi or service then it will keep and save your workout and when you connect back it uploads to your profile. I also had an issue with 2 of my workouts when linked with the PM5 that it didn’t save my stats so I feel like it did it for nothing and don’t have the stats to progress, its unfortunate and a little demotivating. Other than these 2 problems its great just wish it could do a little more. I’m not in an area that gives the app what it needs to be successful. ### 5/5 — Great idea and design *2019-12-27, version 1.2.9* Hi, I am familiar with some of the work of Kenneth jay that went into this app, so it’s great to see an app that offers his approach to rowing and conditioning. I love the artistic design and Viking theme. And, for the most part it works well with the ergs I’ve used in conjunction with it. Update: 27-12-2019 I’m using the app constantly these days. It operates way better than its first evolution, without glitching, lots of support from theRowforge team... For beginner users, do the conditioning program, take the tests, and watch your fitness go threw the roof as you take on the signature workouts ### 5/5 — Keeps it interesting *2019-12-14* Love the app , Just started using it and it keeps things interesting . I look forward to the tests and following the workouts.. Hopefully they will make a version for the BikeErg and SkiErg **Developer response:** We will follow with ski ERG ### 5/5 — Highly recommend this app *2019-12-11* This app is awesome!! I have improved my 2000 meter score so much by using this. I started out at 132 watts at my first test, and recently achieved 205 watts at my last retest in September. I love how all of the workouts are personalized based on 2k score. It’s challenging but you can see your improvement week by week. **Developer response:** Great results!! Keep going as lifetime fitness is important for health and all activity. ### 5/5 — Killer rowing app! *2019-12-09* Having struggled to find engaging workouts, I was fortunate to find Row Forge with its solid list of interesting workouts. I love that the app adjusts targets based on benchmark tests to keep you coming back and pushing yourself. I have seen real growth in my power and overall speed, developed through differing focus workouts. I also love the Viking/ Norse mythology in the work out descriptions. Thanks team, awesome work! ### 5/5 — Awesome rowing app *2019-12-08* Great app, along with an awesome rowing/training community...plenty of challenges for all levels. Great for the beginner and Elite Rower. ### 5/5 — The best rowing app ever *2019-08-08* If you are an indoor rower or even use one regularly, you will love how cool this app is. It’s so worth it. The workouts are super tailored to YOU and your level, not at all a one size fits all. And soooo many workouts. I love how after doing all my tests it tells me what to focus on and beating my last scores on the workouts is super motivating!! If you’re a gamer like my husband you’ll love the badges too! ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Great app! *2026-03-10* The app does everything I like and I always get great results with the programs. Only gripe recently it seems in app purchases aren’t working and I can’t get my account back online. Devs messaged on social they were updating things so hopefully functionality is restored with the updates. **Developer response:** Thanks for sticking with us, and sorry about the subscription issues during the transition. The new Row Forge is now live with rebuilt subscriptions, Apple Watch integration, and active support at support@rowforge.com. We’d love to have you back! ### 1/5 — Only works for Concept2 Rowers? I have another brand. *2023-04-26* RowForge at the moment will be immediately cancelled, if there is no way to connect my Echelon Rower. If there is another remedy please advise. Disappointed! **Developer response:** We understand the disappointment. Row Forge doesn’t currently support every rowing machine, including Echelon. We’ve since launched an entirely new Row Forge with expanded training and performance features. Contact support@rowforge.com anytime with questions about compatible equipment. ### 1/5 — Missing features *2022-11-05* Doesn't allow for Polar H10 connection to the app nor for Apple Health to rite data (like HR) into the app. So, this does not capture HR data like it should. **Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback. Heart-rate connectivity was limited in the old Row Forge. The new Row Forge now includes Apple Watch integration, and we’re continuing to expand our connected training experience. Have questions about your setup? Reach us at support@rowforge.com. ### 1/5 — Doesn’t connect to pm5 *2021-04-17* Doesn’t recognize or connect to pm5 when all other apps will on my phone so essentially worthless. Reeeally glad I don’t have a subscription **Developer response:** I’m sorry you had trouble connecting. Please reach out to us and we will help you. It not only connects to the PM5 but also programs the PM5 with complete training programs. 👍🏻😃 ### 1/5 — Unable to use as App crashes when setting up *2020-10-25, version 1.2.10* When setting up personal info to start using the app, it crashes when trying to input birthday. So unable to use the app ### 1/5 — Target watts bogus *2020-07-28* For anyone who is an actual rower... this is NOT the right app for you. Maybe it’s okay for CrossFit or recreational rowers, I don’t know, but not for an experienced rower. Rowers work from /500m splits the vast majority of the time. This app ONLY gives targets in watts. It also does not factor in your spm at all. Your targets are based solely on your pr watts for a particular distance. I found that the targets were WILDLY inaccurate (wanting me to essentially pr on every single piece). It also does not give any variation in the type of workout. Yes, there are “categories” like “heart power” or “heart endurance” or “muscle power” or “muscle endurance” .. but there is no real difference. I want categories more like “peak workouts” “training workouts” and “recovery workouts” or something like that. It is a disappointing app. ### 1/5 — Underwhelmed *2020-02-27* Another junk erg app that over promises and under delivers. Connects with PM5, but consistently fails to connect with C2's log and record a workout. Rather discouraging... Support? Appears more interested in denying a problem exists or blaming C2 than solving the issue. Don't waste your time downloading this app until there is a major revision that provides the functionality the developer promises. **Developer response:** I’m sorry you have had issues with the online log. I’m happy to help you with this. Please send me an email at rowforge@iCloud.com. The app works great and we have no issues with the log or sending all data to the online concept2 logbook so let’s work together to find out why it isn’t working for you. Thanks! ### 3/5 — Meters missing in Strava *2021-01-05* Once the workouts sync all the way through to Strava a few meters are missing. I haven’t seen the same behavior using ErgData. Curiously the workouts appear correct in the concept2 log. All 3 5k done through this app have a few meters missing in Strava. I will test this more and if I am wrong update my review. Otherwise the concept is cool, I love anything Viking ### 3/5 — Great app with issues *2020-01-19, version 1.2.9* I have been looking for a good, affordable rowing app for a while and Rowforge definitely fits the bill. The concept and the look and the way it is set up is great however at $9.99 a month (after a free month’s trial) there are a few issues I’d like to see addressed: i) workouts frequently don’t log, this is VERY frustrating because they are not easy workouts ii) because of the way concept2 works out average wattage it is near impossible to hit high target wattage even over a medium distance iii) Difficult workouts are great- we all want a hard workout- but the Rowforge workouts are just too tough even at the lower end. The target wattage, particularly on medium distances (eg on workout two....row 1000 metres at an average 202 watts) are incredibly tough especially if you are having to complete x3 sets for instance. The workouts need to be more manageable at the lower end. I’m pretty fit and I struggled to hit the target wattage on most of the workouts after the first set....this can be pretty de-motivating- apps like this need to give you (very hard earned) success but success nevertheless. iv) integrated voice coaching to tell you your target wattage and to tell you to row harder or faster, for instance, would really lift this app. If you are looking for an app to develop your rowing fitness to the next level and can put up with a) the difficulty level and b) workouts not logging then give this app a go. ### 4/5 — Brilliant *2021-08-14, version 1.9.3* I’m so glad they are developing actively once again. Excellent app, and not for the faint of heart. If you like your rowing on the stern and rewarding side, Rowforge will not disappoint. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — New version *2026-08-22* All the changes they made are amazing and really helps your fitness in any sport. It will help in Golf snow skiing tennis anything with arms and legs involved. Definitely try out the new Row Forge app. **Developer response:** Thank you! We’re thrilled you’re enjoying the new Row Forge. A lot of work went into rebuilding and expanding the platform, and we’re just getting started. We have even more training, performance, and coaching features coming. Thanks for training with us! ### 5/5 — Fantastic App for fitness *2023-11-23* Amazing workouts designed based on the users own ability and VO2 max rating. Supported by science and Dr Kenneth Jay workouts to improve fitness. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the positive review! We have a big vision for Row Forge and will be starting another phase of development this summer! Yay 💪🏻 More training programs, more conditioning, power of 10 HIIT training etc ### 5/5 — Incredibly helpful and challenging *2022-08-11* I have been using Row Forge for the last month or so and I have to say, the results have been outstanding! After testing all of the areas from 100m to “The Hour of Power” you can see the specific area needed to improve specific distances or timed rows. You use a few of the many varieties of workouts to focus on that specific area and then after 4-6 weeks working on that area, retest and see your progress. The conditioning plan helps get new rowers familiar with form and technique over a 6 week period, rowing 5,000m 4 times a week to gradually work towards overall fitness and health. If you’re looking for HIIT training there are those as well. The program is completely unique to you, based on your personal profile. It’s incredible and challenges you every workout to improve. Definitely recommend this app to rowers of all caliber!! **Developer response:** Thank you very much for the positive thorough review! We greatly appreciate it! We will continue to improve the Row Forge app and strive to make it even better. ### 5/5 — Best Rowing App *2022-05-12* Excellent workout routines in this app. A workout for all levels of rowing. Tap. Row. Go it’s that easy. **Developer response:** Thank you for the positive review! We are so glad you like the Row Forge 🔥💪🏻 ### 5/5 — Outstanding app! *2022-05-06* UPDATE: Just wanted to reiterate how awesome this app is. It is a self-contained personalized system for maximizing your rowing ability but (MUCH) more importantly- your heart health. By following the mesocycle principles you basically set yourself up for perpetual Improvement, as the app (via your power profile) will show where your strengths and weakness lie across the performance spectrum. It’s brilliant and elegantly simple but brutal all at the same time. The Row Forge team has always been responsive to my inquiries and super helpful as well. Original review follows: I love this app, I've followed Dr Jay since the RKC days and its great to see the evolution of his research especially since I love rowing anyway! There are plenty of row apps out there but I've never seen one that customizes your targeted watts etc to have you properly chase goals and then it automatically moves your goals for maximum progress. Progressive overload principles executed perfectly! CEO is super responsive to questions which is a big plus! I wish there was a manual explaining how to best use the program and some of the specific principles being used and targeted. I have the cardio code book so I have a general idea but I'd be interested to better understand the most current training philosophy and how to most optimally use the app. But even without that into it's still absolutely fantastic and highly motivating. SKAL!" **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the positive review! We have a big vision for Row Forge and will be starting another phase of development this summer! Yay 💪🏻 More training programs, more conditioning, power of 10 HIIT training etc ### 5/5 — Great Rowing App *2022-02-13, version 2.0.2* I’ve been using RowForge as a subscriber now for 6months. I really enjoy the Signature Workouts that allow you to focus on a different type of fitness goal. I have used the app to help me regain my fitness following Back Surgery. My Personals Bests for 5k and 2k are all improving. All the workouts are named around Viking themes which make things more interesting. Both Wayne and Dr Jay seem very knowledgeable in heart fitness, cardiovascular health, muscular health and mobility. Both post regular videos and tips to help users with goals. I am very optimistic that the app will continue to help me smash my Personal Bests. ### 5/5 — Great app *2021-09-03* I have never once taken the time to comment on an app but decided to for Row Forge. The program is excellent and has allowed me to get in shape on my own without a trainer. I highly recommend their personalized training system. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the positive review! We have a big vision for Row Forge and will be starting another phase of development this summer! Yay 💪🏻 More training programs, more conditioning, power of 10 HIIT training etc ### 5/5 — Like it *2021-08-28* I like the new update, it was getting a bit buggy but the update seems to have fixed it. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the positive review! We have a big vision for Row Forge and will be starting another phase of development this summer! Yay 💪🏻 More training programs, more conditioning, power of 10 HIIT training etc ### 5/5 — Best app *2021-08-22* Very good app **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the positive review! We have a big vision for Row Forge and will be starting another phase of development this summer! Yay 💪🏻 More training programs, more conditioning, power of 10 HIIT training etc ### 5/5 — Great starting program *2020-05-17* New to rowing. Great conditioning program. Great customer service, had 3 questions. Improving every day. Love looking at my stats. Definitely recommend!!!! **Developer response:** Thank you! We are so glad to hear that. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-27.*