Still Undecided? Read This I decided to build a home gym to do most of my workouts at home and avoid the hassle of waiting for a cable machine at the gym. However, cable machines can be quite expensive, often costing thousands Although I had the funds, I opted to try a more affordable option and take the risk. Initially, I had three main concerns: 1. Price and Durability: The manufacturer reduces costs by making the weight plates more affordable. Despite this, they work perfectly and go up to 90kg on each side. Once I started using them, I couldn't tell the difference. This is not something to worry about at all, they are just thicker than average plates, and go up in increments of 6kg. Just trust me, it's not as bad as other people make it out. 2. Stability: Ensure you have a level floor, as the machine can shake a bit. Once I placed it on even flooring and secured every screw, it became stable. Adding the chin-up bar made the machine even more solid. The engineering is impressive—the chin-up bar acts as a support, making exercises like face pulls stable and supported by the bar and the second cable machine. 3. Instructions for Assembly: The instructions are not beginner-friendly and use a reference system. However, once understood, they make sense. Build one machine first and plan where the second one will go. Once the plates are loaded, it's nearly impossible to move. Measure the chin-up bar placement before adding plates; I realised my machines were too close together. With laminate flooring, I tilted one machine, put chains underneath, and budged it a few times, and slid it into place. Proper planning is crucial. You'll also need the right tools, including a spanner set and a ratcheting screwdriver. Questions I Wish I Had Answers For Q1). Is it worth the money? - Yes, 100%. 2. Is it cheap? - No. This is hard to convey in words, but once you build it, you'll be very satisfied. It's not a commercial cable machine, but it gets the job done and is solid. 3. How long did it take to set up? - Since I didn’t have the tools initially, it took me a bit longer: - Day 1: Figuring out the pieces - Day 2: Buying the necessary tools, and building machine #1 - Day 3: Building the second machine - Day 4: Sliding them into place and attaching the chin-up bar I did this all on my own, but with 2-3 people helping, you can do it in 3-5 hours max. Q4). Be honest, what don't you like about it?** - The instructions. They took me some time to understand, but honestly, once you build one, everything clicks, and you won’t need the instructions again. 5. Can you adjust the pulley heights? - No, This was a huge concern for me before buying it. The pulley system doesn't adjust; you have one pulley at the top and one at the bottom. However, for all my workouts, I either have it at the very top or the very bottom, so it didn’t matter. The only workout I couldn't do was mid-level face pulls, but if you get a stool and stand on it, you can achieve the right height. This is the only workaround needed. Conclusion Now that I have the machine set up, I have zero regrets. All the reviews on here are a bit random, but I hope I’ve answered all the concerns. The machine is rock solid, really well-engineered, and you will not regret it. For the price, functionality, engineering, design, and durability, it deserves 5 stars. I could have given it 4 stars due to the instructions, but that feels harsh because, honestly, once you work through them, it's not rocket science. The non-adjustable pulleys were a concern, but you might miss out on only 1 or 2 workouts since most cable exercises are done with the pulley at the very top or bottom anyway. All this for £450—you cannot go wrong.