The NS 600 is a commercial grade single stack home gym built by a top name in commercial gyms - Nautilus.
It sits at the higher end of the Nautilus home gym lineup with a 200 lb single weight stack that can be placed on the right or left hand side of the machine.
You also get an 11-position press station, dual-pivot pec deck station, individual low pulley station and biomechanically correct leg extension/leg curl station.
So is it a good buy for you? Here's a review to help you decide:
Quick Stats:
Price: $2499
Number of Exercises: 22+
Weight Stack: 200 lbs, Single Stack
Size: 72" L x 47" W x 83"H
Warranty: Lifetime on Frame, 10 years on parts, 1 year on labor
Extra Features:
- Biomechanically correct seated leg extension/leg curl station
- 11-position press station allows chest press, shoulder press and mid rows-all from a single seat
- Multiple grip position on the press arm allows for ergonomic precision
- Dual-pivot pec deck station for flexibility and range of motion
- Weight stacks can be fitted on left or right side of machine, allowing for customization
- Individual low pulley station with fixed foot plate
- One-step adjustment pins allow for fully adjustable seat bottom and back to accommodate people of all sizes
Strengths:
The Nautilus NS 600 offers a 200 lb single weight stack that can be placed on either side of the machine, depending on your layout choices. It also offers a low pulley station with fixed footplate.
You can do up to 22 exercises and can work your chest, back, arms, shoulders and abdominals. The NS 600X has an adjustable back rest and seat, so you can make sure you’re getting full range of motion and good body mechanics.
Another advantage is the height of the Nautilus NS 200 - around 7 ft tall. That means it fits into most homes and basements, unlike other plate machines.
The Nautilus NS 600 comes with the leg extension and leg curl station.
The overall construction on the NS 600 is excellent - you feel like you have a health club machine in your home. With a great warranty to cover it, it will last you a long time.
Weaknesses:
While it's probably fine for most users, more experienced exercisers may want more than a 200 lb weight stack.
Bottom Line: Fair Value
Nautilus has been around a long time in this industry and they have a solid reputation of making high quality products and standing behing them.
The NS 600 - with 22 exercises on a 200 lb single stack - is a fair value. Compared to others at this price point, it doesn't really measure up. You might want to compare it to similar Body Solid machines.
The real saving grace of the Nautilus NS 600 is the commercial grade construction. This machine was built to last you for years and if you love the Nautilus name, you'll probably be happy with this machine.
Where To Buy:
The downside to this machine is that it can be hard to find. The best place (the only place?) to buy the Nautilus NS 600 is direct from the Nautilus manufacturer.
