6 Best Workout Mirrors of 2022, According to Expert Testing

Backed by several celebrity investors including LeBron James, Steph Curry and Serena Williams, Tonal stands apart from the rest of the pack because it's so much more than a mirror. Tonal is a 24-inch interactive touch screen, with built-in weights and cables. It is a wall-mounted platform that contains both a screen and electromagnetic-based resistance equipment as well as arms that facilitate weightlifting. The magnet system emulates weightlifting as if you were in a gym lifting free weights off the floor. The machine senses your capabilities through AI technology and smart handles and adjusts the difficulty to your ability level as you perform.

In addition, the Tonal membership offers a wide range of classes such as strength training, cardio, HIIT, barre, yoga, meditation and breath work among others. There are also on-demand live workouts from celebrity trainer and P90x founder, Tony Horton among other trainers. Personal training, while not yet live, can be customized by time and fitness level. “It’s clearly geared toward strength training, and on that note, it delivered superb results, though there’s a bit of a learning curve,” says Rothman.

Our testers gave points to the intuitive touchscreen display and the ease with which they could stream their own music to the machine’s onboard speakers. One tester reported, “Tonal completely changed my body for the better, it’s the only workout I do now.” Tonal is also more compact than most of the workout mirrors we reviewed, making it a good fit for smaller spaces. Although the adjustable arms with cables can be folded away when not in use, it still very much looks like an exercise machine, plus the frame has to be anchored to the wall much like a TV, which could be a factor for renters.

Launched in 2018, Mirror gave rise to this new category of workout equipment. Now owned by Lululemon and recently renamed the Lululemon Studio Mirror, it continues to be a leading innovator in the category. It now offers the largest variety of classes among our picks with 10,000+ options as well as personalized, one-on-one training for an extra fee. Lululemon has recently partnered with some of the industry’s most popular group fitness classes including AARMY, Y7 Studio, celebrity favorite DOGPOUND, Pure Barre, AKT and Rumble among others. All Lululemon Studio members are now able to stream classes from these partners on the Mirror, and discounts are also offered for in-person classes at the individual studios.

Our experts found the workout experience to be energizing, fun and extremely effective. For example, you can start by designing personalized weekly programs across a range of activities, from dance cardio to HIIT. Then, if you want to go next level, for an extra fee, you can hire a certified trainer for a private session. The two-way audio and video technology make it possible to receive expert feedback in real-time, including form corrections and motivation. “If you’re worried about privacy, the camera has a physical privacy cover for added peace of mind,” says Rothman.

In terms of aesthetics, the Mirror remains among the better-looking units we reviewed with a slim profile and sleek metal accents. One possible downside: The Mirror doesn’t have touchscreen controls, so you’ll need to control it via an app on your phone or tablet.

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What sets Tempo apart is that it uses 3D technology and AI to help perfect your workouts and provide real-time feedback to help correct your form. The machine comes in an A-frame silhouette, much like an easel and rests on top of a cabinet that holds weights and other accessories. It is larger in size than others and requires adequate space.“The sleek and efficient design, effective workouts, top-quality equipment and artificial intelligence capabilities all provide for a complete smart home gym,” says lead tester Stefani Sassos, a registered dietitian and personal trainer and Deputy Director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Nutrition Lab.

Our team particularly liked Tempo's strength training classes, but they also got a lot of out the HIIT, cardio, yoga, prenatal, boxing, mobility and muscle recovery content. The range of workout options remains one of Tempo’s top selling points, along with the fact that classes are both live and on-demand. Testers also found the touchscreen controls to be responsive and intuitive and the picture quality on the 42-inch screen exceptionally crisp. The mirror’s built-in storage compartment corrals the supplemental equipment including dumbbells, kettlebell, roller, mat and heart rate monitor.

Bottom line: Tempo is a great all-in-one workout mirror if you have the space and budget. The self-contained gym makes it a great choice to keep all your exercise equipment in one neat space.

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FORME Studio offers a wide variety of workouts across all fitness platforms including barre, meditation, family yoga, strength training and mobility for golfers among others. They also offer an exclusive partnership with Barry's Bootcamp so you can bring the Barry’s experience straight to your home with weight and tread classes. Members can also be paired with a personal fitness concierge who helps them create a custom plan based on their specific goals and coaches them through one-on-one training. Live 1:1 training is also offered for an additional cost. The 43-inch, 4k resolution touchscreen and two-way camera capabilities allow you to see three dimensions, which is especially useful for sessions with your trainer. It helps them to assess your form and motions more accurately to view your progress. Trainers also appear close to life-size which can be helpful to follow.

A new and exciting attachment, Studio with Lift, provides optional resistance cable arm attachments suitable for resistance training — although this almost doubles the price of the mirror. Another unique feature of this mirror is the ability to add a wooden barre attachment that provides a studio-like barre class experience. The mirror can be anchored to the wall or placed on the floor.

Celebrity trainer, Harley Pasternak oversees the fitness training program as the Chief Fitness Advisor to FORME. “FORME has some of the best instructors from LA, but more importantly, the programming was overseen by expert personal trainers and coaches to fit into a cohesive training plan," says Pasternak. "This means warm-ups and cool-downs before your live one-on-one sessions, but also great snackable content like my 'One Move a Day' program.” The mirror is also designed by award-winning product designer Yves Behar and acts as an elegant mirror when not in use. The music sound is great as well, thanks to the high-fidelity, rear-firing speakers. Testers reported that FORME “makes working out fun, competitive and you can go at your own pace. The classes are great, with amazing one-on-one ability.” Another tester exclaimed, “Great personal training and there are lots of classes by skill level and type of workout!”

One of the newest and more buzz-worthy entrants into the mirror home gym workout space is Fiture. This company offers two sizes of fitness mirrors including a more affordable “mini” version that can fit into smaller, more narrow spaces. As with most of the other picks on this list, Fiture looks like a regular mirror when not in use. It is super thin at 1.6 inches in depth and the new compact size weighs only 40 lbs. making it easier to move around your apartment or home if it’s not workout time. It can be displayed on a stand or wall-mounted if preferred.

During workouts, the AI sensor camera scans skeletal points to offer corrections and provide feedback on your form. It’s also intuitive and is able to read advanced gesture controls such as raising your hand or waving to get it started. While there are no live training sessions or touchscreen capabilities, there are currently over 700 on-demand classes available with 20 to 40 new classes added per week and a goal of 1000 classes by end of the year. They have also partnered with celebrity favorite Physique 57 to provide barre-themed classes. There are 10 workout modalities to choose from including strength training, HIIT, boxing, cardio sculpt, barre, Pilates, stretching and yoga.

Our testers loved the reflective mirror with a built-in sensor that tracks your reps and gives you form corrections. One tester reported, "The fact that when you turn it off it looks just like a beautiful mirror is a huge plus." They added, "We also had an excellent experience with delivery and installation." Another tester reported, "Fiture takes all of the pressure and intimidation away from having to workout at a gym or in a fitness class. The mirror takes up minimal space in the house and has a very clean appearance, allowing it to blend seamlessly into the environment."

NordicTrack is one of the most established brands in home exercise equipment, and the company clearly brought its many decades of knowledge and expertise to the Vault Complete. Standing 6 feet tall, the oversize mirror is impossible to miss, but its elegant design should fit with any decor. The mirror’s content is equally eye-catching. “The workouts are beautifully shot with high-quality instructors, which I found quite motivating,” says Rothman, who tested the NordicTrack for several months.

There’s plenty of substance to go along with all that style, thanks to the Vault Complete’s iFIT integration, which gets you access to thousands of workouts from world-class trainers. The user-friendly touchscreen on the 61.5-inch display makes it easy to search content, and the vertical storage cabinet keeps the included premium weights and accessories all in one place. If you already have weights, consider the NordicTrack Vault Standalone for about $500 less.