What is the difference between a Home Reformer and a Studio Reformer?

A Pilates Reformer is a piece of equipment used for Pilates exercises. You can perform specific exercises on a reformer. This is thanks to the moving platform (the carriage) on which you lie, sit, and stand in various Pilates poses. In addition, you work on your resistance through the springs attached to the carriage and frame. Using a reformer allows you to exercise even more intensely and effectively!

Home Reformers and Studio Reformers:

We offer Home reformers and Studio reformers on, but what is the difference between home and studio reformers and what are the functionalities?

Home Reformers:

The Home Reformers are the basic reformers and ideal for home use. This is because they are high-quality reformers, making them perfect for following your Pilates class at home. We offer various versions of the Home Reformers on, namely the H1 Reformer and the F3 Reformer.
  • The H1 reformer can be placed upright, so it takes up little space.
  • The F3 reformer You can easily fold it up. This makes this reformer space-saving and ideal for exercising at home!

Both Home reformers are easy to move and store, this space saving makes the Home Reformers ideal for home use.

Accessories:

The H1 reformer is compatible with the following accessories: – H1 Extension legs – Jump board – Frame Sitting Box – Neck pillow – Foot Strap – Anti-slip mat for Pilates equipment – ​​black To the F3 reformer you can add the following accessories: – Jump Board – Frame Sitting Box – Neck pillow – Foot Strap – Anti-slip mat for Pilates Equipment – ​​Black

Studio Reformers:

gear C8 reformer close up

The Studio Reformers are the more extensive reformers. Their features are:
  •  5 feathers instead of 4 feathers;
  •  Movable gear (this is where the springs are attached, see photo):
  The Studio Reformers can be easily expanded as desired. The products you can add include: Wall Unit/Half Cadillac  or Cadillac. To the Home Reformers You cannot add a Half Cadillac Frame or Full Cadillac frame. This means that you cannot add a Half Cadillac Frame or Full Cadillac Frame Home reformers add fewer extensions. If you want a Home Reformer you can still choose to have it Half Cadillac Frame Can be mounted loosely on the wall, you cannot attach this to a Home reformer.

difference between studio and home reformers from Align-Pilates

What Studio Reformers are there and what are their benefits?

  • C2 Pro RC Pilates Reformer; The C-Series is a Studio Reformer. Its numerous expansion options make it the most versatile Align-Pilates reformer in its class. This reformer is easy to move and has four wheels for low rolling resistance! It's also stackable and can be freestanding with or without leg extensions.
  • C8 Pro Pilates Reformer; is a more luxurious version of the C2 Reformer. This reformer uses 8 wheels, which results in slightly higher rolling resistance compared to the C2 Pro RC Pilates Reformer. The reformer has a wider frame and a more luxurious version of the foot bar. This reformer is also stackable and can be freestanding, both with and without Leg Extensions which is ideal for your studio!
  • A8 Pro Pilates Reformer Standard; is the Studio Reformer: it's a wider model and has the longest ride (113 cm) of any standard Pilates reformer on the market! It's also possible to attach legs of different lengths, making it suitable for studio use, rehabilitation, and personal use. The reformer is stackable and has wheels, but you'll still want to leave it standing, making it ideal for the studio!
  • M8 Pro Pilates Reformer; is the classic reformer. This reformer is harder to move, but has an ultra-smooth ride. The reformer can also be expanded with a Half Cadillac and can be converted into a completely flat bed with detachable shoulder rests and a two-piece mattress converter.
By the way, all studio reformers can be converted into a bed/mat by means of mat converters and possibly a platform extender.

Accessories for the C2 Pro RC Pilates Reformer and the C8 Pro Pilates Reformer:

– Jump Board  – Leg Extensions  – Jump Board Support Legs  – Half Cadillac Frame (braces required); – Full Cadillac Frame (braces required); – Platform Extender – Mattress Converter – Frame sitting box  – Sitting box  – Neck pillow  – Rope Adjusters  – Anti-slip mat for Pilates equipment – ​​black 

Additional accessories for the C8 Pro Pilates Reformer:

– Planking handles  – Pole of 81 cm  – Gondola Pole

Accessories for the A8 Pro Pilates Reformer Standard:

– Half Cadillac  – Mattress converter – Platform extender  – Cardio Jump Dome  – Jump Board – Planking handles  – Gondola Pole  – Sitting Box  – Low Extension Legs – Rehabilitation Extension Legs: – Anti-slip mat for Pilates equipment – ​​black 

Accessories for the M8 Pro Pilates Reformer:

– Half Cadillac  – Removable shoulder rests 

Showroom & Contact

If you'd like to view the reformers in our showroom, you can fill out a form at the bottom of the page with a time and date that suits you and visit us in person! Our showroom is located in Utrecht. You can also call us if you have any questions. We can be reached at 06 30 44 34 85. OR if you prefer us to contact you, you can fill in your details below: