At-home gym equipment is one of life’s greatest luxuries and at the top of that list is a reformer Pilates machine. If you’re blessed with the floor-space to accommodate a machine and the budget to invest, your exercise routine is almost guaranteed a monumental upgrade. There are plenty of arguments to be made for adding a reformer machine to your home gym (or the corner of your living room), ranging from savings on an annual membership at your local studio to cutting out commute times altogether.
On the point of saving money in the long run, here’s our logic: enjoying something as simple as a good Pilates session can seem almost impossible without doing Olympic-level mental gymnastics to decide if your Pilates studio membership is worth the cost. Buying a machine for your home is of course a big initial outlay, but when selected carefully and lovingly cared for, it should last you many years to come — thus saving you money over time.
Our final argument, in case you need a little bit of convincing, is that investing in your own health and wellbeing is the least you deserve if the budget permits. Ahead, find our edit of Pilates reformer machine options in Australia, from luxury or compact options, and more affordable machines that hopefully won’t break the bank.
Best At-Home Reformer Pilates Machines Australia 2025
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Your Reformer YR Original
$2,995 at Your Reformer
Best for: The ultimate home studio setup
Your Reformer is a leading Pilates reformer machine provider in Australia, found in gyms and studios including Goodlife, Fernwood Fitness and Bump, to name a few. This model has been designed and built to provide a smooth, strong and comfortable experience wherever you are. It includes plush upholstery, commercial standard springs and reinforced rails to meet the demands of beginners and experienced users alike.
Size: 235cm (L) x 64cm (W) x 26cm-36cm (H) | Colours: Ivory, black, mocha, espresso | Materials: Maple wood frame
Key features:
- Professional double-loop padded foot/hand straps
- Includes jump board, box, and grippy socks
- Eight-wheel studio quality carriage
- Adjustable five-position foot bar
- Three-position headrest
- Five Commercial springs
- Two-year limited warranty
Best for: Versatile Pilates at home
If you play favourites with the Pilates accessories (like a jump board or long box) and don’t want to store unused pieces in your home, this customisable and foldable Pilates machine set is the one to shop. You can purchase the machine only or add on accessories as you wish to create the perfect piece of exercise equipment for you.
Size: 248cm x 54cm x 56cm | Folded size: 132cm (L) x 52cm (W) x 32cm (H) | Colours: Black | Materials: Steel frame
Key features:
- Five adjustable springs
- Three-position adjustable foot bar
- Adjustable headrest
- Folds for easy storage
- Add on accessories as you like: PR1 Pilates Jump Board, PR1 Pilates Sitting Box and PR1 Pilates Reformer Stand
Available at:
- $1,699 from Rebel Sport (machine only)
- $2,148.97 from Rebel Sport (machine and accessories)
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Lifespan Fitness Contour 2 Folding Wood Pilates Reformer Set
from $1,799 at Kogan
Best for: A sense of style and durability
The classic maple wood frame on this Pilates reformer machine will add a touch of style to your home studio setup and its foldable design means you can free up space when it’s not in use (although some of the customers who reviewed it on the Lifespan website noted it looks great and doesn’t need to be folded up if it’s frequently used). It has a premium spring system, quiet wheels and adjustable components to suit different fitness levels.
Size: 241.5cm (L) x 63cm (H) x 66cm (W) | Colours: Black, beige | Materials: Maple wood frame
Key features:
- Includes Pilates reformer bed, pilates box, jump board, foot strap and assembly manual
- Five adjustable springs
- Four smooth, quiet movement wheels
- Three adjustable footbar positions
- Foldable design
- 12-month parts replacement warranty
Available at:
- $1,799 from Dick Smith
- $1,800 from Amazon
- $1,819 from Bing Lee
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Your Reformer YR Original Folding
$2,995 at Your Reformer
Best for: Smaller living spaces
If you don’t have enough space in your home to accommodate a full-sized reformer bed but still want to reap the benefits of one of the most luxe at-home machines on the market, this foldable reformer should be on your wish list. It has all the same features as the Original bed (at the top of this list), such as five commercial springs, a foot strap, an adjustable foot bar, and gorgeous maple wood frame — but it also folds up to be half the size when not in use.
Size: 235cm (L) x 64cm (W) x 26cm-36cm (H) | Folded size: 122cm (L) x 64cm (W) x 50cm (H) | Colours: Ivory, black, mocha, espresso | Materials: Maple wood frame
Key features:
- Professional double-loop padded foot/hand straps
- Wheels for rolling into storage
- Adjustable five-position foot bar
- Three-position headrest
- Five commercial springs
- Foot strap
- Includes jumpboard and box
- Two-year limited warranty
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Fortis Pilates Reformer Machine
$359 at Kogan
Best for: The no-frills fitness fanatic
This affordable option has everything you need to perform a full-body Pilates workout at home: a variety of resistance springs, adjustable ropes and double-loop hand grips. Plus, it can be folded into a compact size that’s easy to store away, sight unseen until your next workout.
Size: 252cm (L) x 61.5cm (W) x 51.5 – 59.5cm (H) | Colours: Black, beige | Materials: Steel frame
Key features:
- Five springs
- Durable steel frame and raised platform
- Foldable design
- Adjustable sliding ropes with double-loop hand grips
Available at:
- $359 from Kogan
- $359 from Dick Smith
Are at-home reformer Pilates machines worth the cost?
If you frequent a Pilates studio and are looking to continue your practice at home, then investing in a Pilates machine is definitely worth it. There are affordable and more luxury machines that can be either foldable and compact or as large as a studio machine, so factoring in your space limitations is an important part of the decision making process. There is a case to be made for investing in a machine once and saving the cost of a membership fee over a few years of use, but the decision of whether the cost is worth it is, in the end, a personal one.
Is at-home Pilates as effective as studio classes?
Pilates done at home is just as effective as doing Pilates in-studio, however safety is a bigger issue. If you are inexperienced with using a Pilates reformer machine and don’t have a professional on hand to direct you or teach you the correct form, you might be more likely to injure yourself. It’s also important to speak to a professional if you are working with an injury or are pregnant. Be sure to constantly check your form and seek professional advice if you’re concerned.
Is 20 minutes of Pilates per day enough?
It definitely can be. If you are completing a variety of exercises while using your Pilates machine, it’s very easy to build an effective workout routine. Investing in a reformer machine that’s equipped with a range of accessories can be a great way to diversify your workout too.
