A Side-by-Side Look at Mirror vs. Echelon Reflect

We want to showcase as many products and products as we can, as the market for connected and home fitness products is growing. Mirrored fitness is one of the fastest growing areas in fitness. Mirror, Reflect and ProForm VUE all provide workout content that you can view simultaneously. Although they look very similar, each product has its own features and design. Let’s compare Mirror vs. Echelon and other products.

Our reflective contenders

We are comparing five fitness companies that offer a similar product, a fitness mirror. Each company’s offering is different, as you will soon see. While some companies offer more than others, they all share one thing in common.

Each company offers an at-home exercise device that is centered on a mirror. We will start with the company that shares the same name.

Mirror

Mirror is the brainchild of Brynn Putnam (founder and CEO), a former ballet dancer who also founded Refine Method in NYC. Mirror was founded just a few years ago and received millions in early funding. This included lululemon for 2019. One year later, Mirror was acquired by lululemon inc. ($LULU).

Mirror is unique among the companies listed here because it is the only item currently in the manufacturer’s product line. Mirror has spent a lot of money designing its flagship product.

The Mirror is the most affordable product on our list, at $1,495. It also offers a wide selection of 50+ fitness classes for $39/month. You have the option to mount it on a wall or use its stand made of carbon steel.

Mirror is also the only product that offers 1:1 training with a personal coach. These sessions are $40 more than regular classes, but they’re a great perk that allows you to train in your own home.

The Mirror is the last product on the list. It is display-only, with no touch screen. The iOS and Android apps control it completely. It may not be as simple as other devices to touch tap your desired workout but you don’t have to worry about fingerprints on your mirror once it’s off.

The Mirror can be wall-mounted

Mirror pros

You get the best price and extensive workouts. Also, you get a personal trainer, a 30-day free trial, and a 1-on-1 training program.

Mirror cons

Membership does not include accessories. Minimum one-year subscription required at signing up. Lowest megapixel camera. No touchscreen.

Echelon Reflect

Mirror vs. Echelon is a larger fitness brand that offers connected bikes, rowers and treadmills . Echelon also offers the Mirror, a 50-inch touchscreen exercise mirror.

Echelon saw a huge increase in saleslast years, despite being a direct competitor of Peloton. Echelon was able to increase its membership with classes taught by Mario Lopez, a celebrity.

The Echelon Reflect measures just 48 inches in height and is the lightest mirror in the pack. It is however not the most expensive, as it currently costs $1,639.98.

Membership is $39.99 per month, which is comparable to other membership options. The longer you commit, however, the more money you will save. A two-year membership will save you approximately $260, while an annual membership will save $80. The Echelon content library may not be the best, so it is worth checking out before you commit to long-term membership.

The Echelon Reflect is not permitted to be mounted on a wall. However, it comes with a better camera that The Mirror.

The 50″ Echelon Reflect

Echelon Reflect pros

Mario Lopez is the smallest and lightest person you can train with.

Echelon Reflect cons

You must mount on the wall. Installation not included. Mario Lopez can help you work out a solution.

FORME Studio

FORME is the new kid in the connected-fitness block, compared to the rest. This is not a huge statement considering that the block itself was relatively new.

The Studiois FORME’s flagship product and is a unique fitness product designed with lifestyle in mind. It can be used as a full-length mirror or blends into your home. The FORME Studio measures 70 inches in height.

The Studio mirror is the most expensive on our list at $2,495, but it offers a lot for the money. FORME was created to create workouts that are tailored to each person’s abilities, fitness goals, and mood. It creates a customized workout for you based on your fitness goals and preferences each day. You can also choose to do your own workout.

FORME also uses its two stereoscopic cameras as well as computer vision to provide precise guidance on form and technique. This makes training safer. You can turn this off if it seems a bit HAL-9000 too for you. This function can be turned off.

FORME Studio is unique in offering a barre package that includes socks, a ball and a barre that attaches to the mirror.

FORME is the only company that offers a home-based fitness program in the Studio Lift. Customers can also add variable resistance arms to the Studio Lift for $2,000 and store their equipment.

FORME’s Studio with the barre attachment

FORME Studio pros

The largest and most high-definition touchscreen available, with the best quality camera quality. It can also be mounted or stood on its own. Comes with many accessories, including delivery and HRM.

FORME Studio cons

Only connects to FORME’s heart rate monitor. Not compatible with Apple AirPods Pro (second-most expensive on the list).

ProForm VUE

ProForm is a subsidiary ICON Health and Fitness. This brand has over 40 years experience in this industry. These fitness products, along with NordicTrack, Freemotion, all use iFit content. This includes ProForm’s VUE Mirror.

ProForm’s VUE is a freestanding touchscreen mirror that can be rotated and has access to iFit’s extensive content library. It costs $1,499 less than The Mirror and comes with a bunch of weights. The storage area for weights that are hidden behind the unit is another perk.

The VUE’s 22-inch screen is the smallest in the group. However, there are some perks to make up for this. One of the perks that comes with a VUE is a year of iFit membership. You also get a slightly longer warranty than Mirror, Echelon and FORME.

ProForm’s VUE mirror featuring the included barbells

ProForm Vue pros

iFit membership is more affordable and includes delivery for a year.

ProForm Vue cons

The smallest touchscreen can be mounted with no camera. There are heavy return and restocking fees.

NordicTrack VAULT

There are some similarities between ProForm VUE and NordicTrack VAULT. Both fitness brands are part of the ICON umbrella so they have a lot in common. The NordicTrack VAULT Complete is the best value for money.

The VAULT mirror is $2,999. However, it might be the best value on the list. A standalone VAULT is also available for $1,999. It’s basically the ProForm VUE, with storage space inside and not on the back. We are showcasing the Complete Vault for the sake of variety.

The VAULT is the largest mirror in this group. It also functions as a vault. This vault stores all of the equipment included in the Complete package.

The VAULT, like its sibling VUE comes with a year of iFit family access. This is worth nearly $400

The VAULT, unlike other models, requires $199 for delivery. It is worth paying for someone to bring it in, as it weighs about 260 lbs.

The NordicTrack VAULT Complete including weights and bands

NordiTrack VAULT Complete pros

Best storage, 1 year of iFit included; most important accessories included; best warranty.

NordiTrack Vault Complete Cons

The largest/bulkiest can’t be mounted. $199 delivery fee. Heavy return and restocking charges. No refunds for delivery charges.

Comparison Chart: Mirror vs. Echelon. FORME and more

Mirror

Echelon Reflect (50’')

FORME Studio

ProForm VUE

NordicTrack VAULT Complete

Equipment Size

52.6’’ H x 21.1’’ W x 1.5’’ D

47.75’’ H x 24’’ W x 2.75’’ D

70’’ Hx26’’ Wx2’’ D

72.65" Hx24.25"Wx14" D (base).

72.65" Hx24.25"Wx14" D

Touchscreen Size

Display only: 40 inch full HD 1080p HD (display only).

32" Full HD 1080p Touchscreen

43’’ 4K UHD Touchscreen

22’’ HD Touchscreen

32’’ HD Touchscreen

Equipment Prices

$1,495

$1,639.98

$2,495

$1,499

$2,999

Monthly Fee

$39/month

(1-year commitment)

$39.99/month; $399.99/annual; $699.99/2-year

$39/month Multi-user membership

1 Year iFit Family Membership Included ($396/year thereafter).

1 Year iFit Family Membership Included ($396/year thereafter).

Content

Dance

Kettlebell

Yoga Flow

Boxing

Barre

Bootcamp

Kickboxing

Cardio Strength

Family fun

Pilates

Pre/postnatal

Stretch

Sculpture

Meditation

Tai Chi

High-energy cardio

Yoga

Core

Strength

Pilates

Boxing

Meditation

Yoga

Barre

Pilates Meditation Dance

Body weight

Strength training

Weight strength training is free

Cardio Strength Training

Interval

Pilates HIIT Training

Yoga Stretching Recovery

Cardio Strength Training

Interval

Pilates HIIT Training

Yoga Stretching Recovery

Camera

5 megapixel

8 megapixel

2 x 12 megapixel

N/A

N/A

Bluetooth Connectivity

Most devices

Most devices

FORME HRM only/

Most headphones except AirPods Pro

Most devices

Most devices

Accessories included

N/A

N/A

Premium yoga mat

Monitor heart rate

Microfiber towel

Screen camera covers

10 lb. Barbell

(2) 5 lb. (2) Dumbbell bars

(4) 2.5 lb. Weight plates

6 sets of dumbbells (5-30 lbs.

2 Custom Kettlebells (20&30 Lb.)

Heavy

Resistance Bands (20-30, 50 Lb.

Resistance loop bands (Light, Medium and Heavy)

Exercise Mat

Two Yoga Blocks

Layout

Wall mount or base

Wall mount

Wall mount or base

Solid base

Solid base

Installation

Included

N/A

Installation with

N/A

N/A

Delivery

Included

Included

Included

Included

$199

Personal training one-on-one

$40/session

N/A

Additional $$ Based on program/trainer

N/A

N/A

Weight

70 lbs.

52 lbs.

102 lbs.

140 lbs.

260 lbs.

Return Policy

$30 off your first 30 days, plus $250 for each additional day.

30 Days with $100 restocking Fee

30-day return policy with $250 fee

30 days with $250 shipping fee + 10% restocking fees

30 days with $250 shipping fee + 10% restocking fees

Warranty

1 year parts and labour

1 year parts and labour

1 year parts and labour

2 year frame, 1 Year parts and Labor

10 year frame with 2 year parts and 1 year labor

Mirror vs. Echelon vs. FORME vs. ProForm vs. NordicTrack

These products have their pros and cons, as you can see by the detailed breakdown. It all depends on which category you are most concerned about.

Mirror may have an edge over Echelon, but NordicTrack is not. FORME might have the most advanced tech, but it is not the most affordable. The genre has yet to see a clear winner.

The ProForm VUE offers the best value because it includes a year of iFit membership and some free weights.

Mirror’s product, however, is approximately the same price as its counterpart and has many accessories that make up for the lack of accessories.

While products like the FORME Studio and NordicTrack Vault are more expensive, they offer a better product and high-quality technology for their money.

This information is gathered together to make it easy for you to evaluate your mirror fitness purchase.