IM2000 Self Spotting Machine (V1) - Discontinued

The directions were a little lacking at some points, I had to cross reference with videos and or photos to confirm a certain part went the way it did. Don't quite remember now, but I did end up contacting them directly for help with the pulleys. The bolts did not want to enter easily, and before I went full caveman, I figured I'd ask. Which then I was given the green light and beat the bolts into place. But fitment wise, everything else fell into place pretty easily. No hammering needed other than the pulleys. Overall, pretty solid setup, especially for how compact it is. I wish I would've waited a little longer since they got the 3000 now, but well it be like that sometimes. All in all I'm happy with the purchase. I thought I'd have to adjust it alot for the bar to move easily. Much like with anything that comes disassembled, something is always off. Those tolerances start stacking and everything starts getting thrown off. But didn't notice that at all with this. VERY well made. I put the last bolt in, tightened it all down once more, and that bar moved like it was on rails (it is but you get the point).

This machine is great! I've owned it for 3 months and use it 4 times a week. \r\n\r\nI bought the IM2000 for 4 reasons: compact dimensions, Smith Machine, plate storage, and half rack.\r\n1. Compact Dimensions\r\nThe 4'×4' footprint is perfect. Space is my home gym is premium. 140ft² is challenging when adding more equipment. The barbell is only 6ft wide.\r\n2. Smith Machine \r\nThe two exercises I perform regularly are standing calf raises and incline press. This machine is very smooth. I use silicone spray once a month on the uprights.\r\n3. Plate Storage\r\nIf you skip the second from top, three rows of bumper plates fit on the weight horns. I use this weight horn to store 2.5lb plates and collars. \r\n4. Half Rack. I bench press outside of the machine with a 6ft barbell. The IM Bar Hooks are decent and the IM Spotter Arms are functional. I do want the spotter arms to extend a few more inches. \r\n\r\nOnly once have I used the lat-pulldown and low-row. It's not a feature that I utilize. It works good and is just as smooth and my functional trainer. \r\n\r\nMy only gripe is that there are no numbers on uprights. Setting up Smith Bar, spotter arms, and bar hooks can be time consuming. \r\n\r\nDo I like the IM2000? Yes\r\nWould I recommend it? Yes\r\nIs it overpriced? Maybe\r\nWould I buy it again? Absolutely

This is a fantastic machine if you are wanting the option to do smith, barbell, body weight, and cable movements all in one. There is so much you can do in the little footprint, compared to what any other company offers. It really is worth the buy, I could go on about the pros but I will leave it at "It's a great value". As for the cons, you do have to set up the high and low pulley before you perform certain exercises. It is a minor inconvenience, as you can still do every movement you would want, you just have to sacrifice the luxury of a machine where everything is already set up. I hope ironmaster adds to their line up stand alone pieces like a functional trailer, or a pin loaded lat pull down. With all that said, I would 100% recommend the IM2000 to anyone.

I set up my garage gym recently almost completely with Ironmaster products. The centrepiece of the gym is the IM2000. I could not be more pleased with the product. The engineering design, aesthetics and quality is unmatched for the home environment. The process of ordering was smooth. Everything was delivered in immaculate condition. The assembly instructions are a masterpiece in technical writing - putting it together was easy even for someone like me who was unfamiliar with the whole DIY process. The quality of each of the components is just incredible. Photographs in the website here don’t do justice to how robustly it is built. Ironmaster does not have the slick marketing that some of its competitors have; but their understanding on what is right for a home gym is terrific. They have got a fan in me for life!

I am 79 years old trying to improve my health and strength using free weights in my apartment without a spotter. I realized, due to chronic injuries and poor balance, that I was going to fall and get hurt. My research identified the IM2000 as the best option: fits my available space, allows me to reuse the plates I already own, has a superior design, and supports every exercise I want to do. Now that I have the machine (and the bench and many of the attachments) I am shocked at how smooth the action really is. I especially love the belt squat, which I can execute in total safety. I made many mistakes during my life but selecting Ironmaster was not one of them.