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Buyers Guide

There are many important features to review when choosing a Vibration Machine, especially when you consider that you can spend anything from £249.00 to £10,000. In order to make a well-informed decision, you need to be aware of the differences in quality, function and features in between - as well as which main distinctive attributes are important to achieve your goals.

As with buying any piece of fitness equipment the more you spend the better the machine, with Vibration Platforms this is probably even more the case. The cheaper models will have limited programs, smaller motors and platforms but may still deliver some benefit. At the higher end you'll obviously get better quality, larger plates, quick start programs (Strength, Stretch, Massage and Relax) and consequently far better results.

Below are the main things to look for:

Amplitude

This is the distance the plate travels from the lowest to the highest position. It's measured in mm so if the amplitude is 3 this means the plate moves a total distance of 3 mm in one vibration. The higher the amplitude the more intense the workout is going to be. Some of the higher priced models give you the option to change the amplitude level therefore increasing the variation of the workouts.

Frequency Range

This is important and the wider the range the better. The frequency is how fast the plate can vibrate and is measured in impulses per second (for example at 60 htz the plate will move 60 times a second). The higher the frequency the harder the workout as the force applied to your muscles and bones increases significantly.

Look for a machine with a range of 30 - 50 hertz (most models cover this range) and with the ability to step up in small increments such as 5 hertz. You may also see this referred to a RPM (revolutions per minute) - to compare it to other models as a rough guide you can divide the RPM by 60 to convert it to hertz.

Manual and Videos

Does the machine come with a positions guide and user manual? Make sure they have videos you can watch of the machine in action and demonstrations of the different exercise positions so you can see the machine at work.

Max user weight capacity

Be sure the machine can handle your and other users body weight. As cheap machines wear out, they can operate at incorrect frequencies than recommended, and in the case of linear vibrating machines, incorrect frequencies can be harmful to users.

Pre-set programmes

The majority of Vibration Platforms come with their own programs. These are specifically designed workouts that will control your machine and automatically alter the settings to save you having to press the buttons yourself.

Size of motor (watts)

A powerful motor makes for a more reliable and versatile machine and most manufacturers will quote its size in horsepower (HP) or watts (W). A higher value means the motor is more capable of handling heavy usage and delivering the power to vibrate the plate at higher amplitude.

A bigger motor will invariably be quieter than a smaller one as they don't have to work so hard to deliver the necessary power. The noise level is important if you'll be using the machine in a small room, in a flat or if you want to watch TV or listen to music whilst you train.

Currently you'll see Vibration Plates with motors ranging from 120 to around 900 W (0.4 to 3 HP).

Size of plate

This is extremely important as the bigger the plate the more exercises you can do and in more comfort. A bigger plate requires a larger motor to operate properly, so a general rule is you'll have to spend more to get both.

A bigger plate will allow you to perform every single position correctly and in comfort - resulting in faster results and constant motivation. For Vibration Platforms the saying 'the bigger the better' couldn't be more appropriated.

Solid Design and Quality Construction

Low quality steel or plastic will cause many problems for the user quickly. Does the machines design look solid? Be sure to watch videos of the machine in use to see if it stands up to all of the exercise positions. Vibration equipment must be very sturdy and made of solid steel.

Types of Vibration

Oscillating: Muscles affected when using an oscillatory vibration machine are contracted alternatively as the platform tilts from side to side over a central fulcrum, lifting one side of your body while at the same time displacing/dropping the other side. Some people find this type of vibration more comfortable as muscles are activated as they would be in walking.
Tri-Planer- (Lineal) - This type of Vibration creates instability in the human body, as with each vibration the body is forced to perform reflexive muscle actions, multiple times per second. Furthermore, these contractions must work in multiple dimensions as these machines actually oscillate in all three planes, exactly as the human body is designed to do. The net result is an incredible improvement in force production, strength and power. The result is that you work against a far greater influence or 'load' of gravity in every movement you perform.

Both platform types have their own benefits but if in doubt you should try them in our shops or buy from a well-known brand with a proven record on Scientific and Medical Research.

Warranty

When you're spending a substantial amount of money you want the re-assurance of a good warranty. The lower priced models generally come with 12 months cover and as you spend more this rises to 24 and 36 months. The warranty will come with conditions which include usage and maximum user weight so do check you'll be within these recommendations. For example, a home use machine should not be used in a gym or by multiple users who may exceed its weight limit.