Power Vibe eTONE Vibration Trainer Review

Power Vibe eTONE: Star rating:  45% Best Price: £199* from Orbus Leisure * Includes 5% special discount - enter code MAVTR5% at checkout. When this plate first got delivered to my studio for testing I was hugely impressed with the design. Its 'smallish' almost round, no handle bars and remotely controlled. The sort of plate that would easily fit under your bed therefore hardly takes up any space. So then I thought 'hmm, small machine, maybe it does not do much' but again to my surprise this plate exceeded my expectations. The 500 W motor is powerful but the running noise is super quiet. The vibration type is oscillation. It delivers 30 different speed settings and the higher settings are certainly a real physical challenge. I am supposed to be fit but even I had to work my way up through the speed settings over a period of time. I think I can confidently say that even the more advanced athlete would benefit from this plate, unless you are a 6ft 8 quarter back. The maximum user weight is set at 120 kg. max. You are able to control the whole operation via the remote control but there is also a complete control and display panel on the unit. The remote control in itself is perhaps a little basic, I would like the lettering on it to be clearer, especially for those of us whose arms are not long enough anymore for reading small print :0) My view: read about my qualifications here The Power Vibe eTONE will deliver good results. It has 3 pre-set programmes that simply have a different grade of intensity that gradually increases over a set time. But you can also choose the Manual option. Additionally it has 3 different intensity option that when chosen will automatically take the machine up to a certain speed level. As the plate is relatively small and has no handlebars it gets the highest score for 'movability' and 'storability'. However I do understand that some people prefer using handlebars for their routine and others would feel more secure knowing they can hold onto the bars. The potential advantage of not having a column and handlebars is the possibility for a greater range of movement when using hand held weights like dumbbells or a bar whilst on the vibration plate. (Look out for my ebook on Creative Vibration Training, coming soon) Akabusi Thumbs Up:   Great range of vibration frequency with 30 different speed options. 3 pre set programmes that are designed to increase intensity levels gradually. 3 pre set speed levels for convenience (Low= Med= High= ). Powerful motor. Very quiet running noise, great if you live on an upper floor or in an apartment. Does not require much space, thumbs up for 'storability'. Remotely and manually controlled. Good sized rounded platform. Machine is relatively light in weight. When stopping the machine it gradually decreases speed levels, very smooth. 4 adjustable footpads. Very little assembly required, machine comes almost ready to use. Orbus Leisure is a reputable online retailer. 12-month warranty. Akabusi Thumbs Down:   No upper body attachment sites. Max user weight is a little bit low. Remote control handset is hard to read. Outer platform does touch base unit when vibrating if feet are placed at max width. Only a very basic exercise guide provided. Technicalities: Model name: Orbus Power Vibe etone Dimensions: L 66 cm x W 66 cm x H 27 cm (round) Max user weight: 120 kg Programmes: 4 (3 plus 1 manual) + 3 preset speed options Product weight: 35 kg Display: LED displaying time and speed Motor: 500 W Vibration frequency: 0 - 48 Hz Speed range: 0 - 30 levels Warranty: 12 months power vibe etone: Star rating:  45% Best Price: £199* from Orbus Leisure * Includes 5% special discount - enter code MAVTR5% at checkout. "I'd like to say thank you for your website and its excellent information which made a big difference recently in helping me to purchase a vibration plate for my mother. There is so much sales-hype out there, it was refreshing to come across something down to earth that gave exactly the information I needed and made sense of so much of the guff, including what many products were not telling me! We are delighted with the Power Vibe eTone we bought following your reviews." Geri Coop, Massage Therapist Compare with other vibration trainers here Whilst every effort is made to give you accurate information we cannot guarantee the technical specification. Models change on a regular basis and may differ slightly from the tables above. We recommend you contact the retailer if you have a question regarding technical data. Home         Benefits        Buyers Guide        Price List        Reviews        Contact Me      Please read our Legal Disclaimer