BASI Systems Compact Reformer review

BASI Systems builds the Compact Reformer for rooms where a full studio machine will not fit. The frame is 81.5 inches long and 23.6 inches wide (91.9 inches long with riser and footbar), made of beech wood with aircraft-grade aluminum for the carriage ride. It comes with 5 springs (3 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue), a footbar with 4 angles, a headrest with 3 angles and BASI's VPS System, which lets you set the pulleys anywhere along the riser. Four ports accept the F2 System upgrade for more exercises. Upholstery is antibacterial, hospital-grade vinyl, and BASI lists eight frame colors. The downside for shoppers is buying: BASI does not publish a price, so you request a quote, and it estimates delivery at 6 to 8 weeks. At 69.5 kg it is also heavy to move. It suits buyers who want a wood frame and studio springs in a smaller footprint and are willing to wait for a quote.

Who it is for

small studios and homes that want a wood-frame reformer

Price

See vendor pricing (USD check pending); sold by request a quote.

US price check pending. See the vendor pricing page.

Key features

• Beech wood frame with aircraft-grade aluminum for the carriage ride
• 5 springs: 3 red, 1 yellow and 1 blue
• VPS System pulleys adjust to any position along the riser height
• Footbar with 4 angles and headrest with 3 angles
• 4 ports to add the F2 System upgrade

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Footprint of 81.5 in long by 23.6 in wide suits smaller rooms
• Strength: Antibacterial, hospital-grade vinyl upholstery
• Strength: Eight frame colors listed, from Anthracite Grey to Pristine White
• Weakness: No price is published; you must request a quote
• Weakness: Estimated delivery of 6 to 8 weeks
• Weakness: Weighs 69.5 kg (about 153 lbs)

Key facts

• Price: Quote only
• Length: 81.5 in (frame)
• Springs: 5
• Delivery: 6 to 8 weeks

Where it ranks

BASI Systems Compact Reformer is No. 6 in our Best Pilates Reformers verdict.