Overview

Merrithew At Home SPX Reformer Package with Vertical Stand: studio carriage mechanics in a machine that stores against a wall

Key Features

• You need 98.5 in of ceiling clearance for standing platform work and 97.5 in to store the reformer upright.

• The shoulder rests are fixed and cannot be removed.

• This model cannot be stacked and cannot be upgraded with a Vertical Frame. If either matters, look at the SPX Max line instead.

• Merrithew specifies user height between 60 in and 74 in and a 250 lb weight capacity.

• Best for and not ideal for

Product Benefits

The Merrithew At Home SPX Reformer Package with Vertical Stand is a full-length Pilates Pilates reformer built for home use, with a Vertical Stand so the machine stands upright when you are done. The carriage runs on C-channel aluminum rails using Merrithew's patented rolling mechanism, and the package ships with a Reformer Box with Footstrap, a Padded Platform Extender, a 2 lb Metal Roll-Up Pole, Double Loop Straps and a five-spring Traditional Springs Package. It supports hundreds of exercises from beginner through advanced.

This machine is for people training at home who want the same carriage feel as a studio reformer without a permanent studio footprint. It is used on its own, with the included box, pole and platform extender, and with optional Jumpboard and Rebounder accessories. Sessions typically run 30 to 60 minutes, and the machine is used as the main piece of a workout rather than a warm-up tool. It is used in bedrooms, spare rooms, basements, garage gyms and small apartments, plus private one-on-one training spaces.

The problem it solves is space. A standard studio reformer stays flat on the floor and occupies roughly 8 feet of floor permanently. This one folds up onto the Vertical Stand and stores in a corner. Compared with folding home reformers built on lighter frames, the At Home SPX keeps a full-size 97.5 in frame, a 22 in by 38.5 in carriage and studio-grade springs, so the ride does not feel like a compromise. Compared with the SPX Max Reformer, this model does not accept a Vertical Frame upgrade and cannot be stacked.

Capacity and fit matter before you buy. Weight capacity is 250 lbs. Merrithew specifies this machine for users between 60 in and 74 in in height. Assembly is minimal and no electrical or plumbing work is needed. Ceiling height is the real install constraint: 98.5 in to perform standing exercises on the platform with hands overhead, and 97.5 in to store the reformer upright on the stand. The outcome is a machine that builds core strength, endurance and flexibility, then disappears into the wall between sessions.

Specifications

• Important: check these before you order

Ideal For

Home users who need the floor back after every session

Apartments, spare rooms and shared living spaces

Studio clients who want to keep practising between classes

Instructors teaching one-on-one out of a home space

Anyone who wants full-length carriage travel, not a compact frame

Not ideal for

Users above 250 lbs or outside the 60 in to 74 in height range

Rooms with ceilings under 97.5 in

Studios running back-to-back group classes on stacked reformers

Buyers who want removable shoulder rests

Anyone planning a later Vertical Frame or tower upgrade

Why GooFitness carries this

Most home reformers cut the frame down to save space. Merrithew kept the full 97.5 in frame and the patented rolling carriage, then solved storage with a stand instead. That is the version of the trade-off our buyers keep choosing, because the machine still feels right on day 400, not just on day 4. Freight arrives palletised and our team walks you through inspection before you sign.

Who buys this

Studio members who train two or three extra sessions a week at home

Instructors building a small private client practice

Buyers moving up from a mat practice who want spring resistance

Households sharing one training space with other activities

People rebuilding strength gradually who want controlled, low-impact loading

What it does

Runs the carriage over rigid C-channel aluminum rails on a patented rolling mechanism for a smooth, friction-free ride

Adjusts to the user through 6 carriage stopper positions, 4 footbar positions, 3 gearbar positions and 3 headrest positions

Regulates hip and knee flexion through a four-position footbar that drops into cradles

Changes spring tension quickly through a gearbar that slots into three positions

Handles vigorous work with springs built to withstand Jumpboard and Rebounder use

Stores upright on the Vertical Stand and rolls into position on easy-roll wheels

See it in action

Specs translated into what they mean

Length 97.5 in with footbar down

Full studio carriage travel. You are not shortening your range to fit a home frame.

Width 26 in

Fits through most interior doorways and down a standard hallway when stood up.

Minimum ceiling 97.5 in to store upright

Measure your ceiling before ordering. Standard 8 ft ceilings clear this, low basements often do not.

5 springs, four at 100% and one at 50%

Enough load range to run beginner rehabilitation work and heavy footwork on the same machine.

5 neoprene spring covers

Quieter sessions. This matters in apartments and shared homes.

Carriage 9.5 in from floor

Standard reformer entry height. If you need a higher, easier transfer, look at the Elevated At Home SPX at 16.25 in.

Vinyl upholstery over dense EVA foam

Firm enough to give accurate proprioceptive feedback, and wipes clean after every session.

Weight capacity 250 lbs

Single-user home rating. Heavier users should move to a studio-rated frame.

What ships with it

At Home SPX Reformer with Vertical Stand

Reformer Box with Footstrap

Padded Platform Extender

Metal Roll-Up Pole, 2 lbs

Double Loop Straps

Traditional Springs Package, 5 reformer springs, four at 100% and one at 50%

5 neoprene spring covers

Carriage Stopper

Easy Start Poster

Owner's manual

Optional add-ons, sold separately

The springs in this package are built to withstand Jumpboard and Rebounder work, so the Merrithew Jumpboard for SPX and SPX Max Reformer is the usual first add-on. A Mat Converter is also available from Merrithew if you want to run matwork on a raised surface. contact us at support@goofitness.com to confirm fitment for your configuration before ordering accessories.

Full specifications

Specification

Imperial

Metric

Width

26 in

66 cm

Length, footbar in down position

97.5 in

248 cm

Minimum ceiling height, standing exercises on platform with hands overhead, based on a 5 ft 8 in user

98.5 in

2.50 m

Minimum ceiling height to store upright

97.5 in

2.48 m

Weight

118 lbs

53.5 kg

Weight capacity

250 lbs

113.4 kg

Carriage platform width

22 in

56 cm

Carriage platform length

38.5 in

98 cm

Carriage platform height from floor

9.5 in

24 cm

Recommended user height

60 in to 74 in

152 cm to 188 cm

Rails

C-channel aluminum, patented rolling carriage mechanism

Adjustment positions

6 carriage stopper, 4 footbar, 3 gearbar, 3 headrest

Springs

Traditional Springs Package, 5 springs, four at 100% and one at 50%

Upholstery

Durable vinyl over dense EVA foam

Standing platform and shoulder rests

Wooden standing platform, fixed pommel-style shoulder rests

Assembly

Minimal assembly required

Shipping & Delivery

This reformer ships by freight, palletised, direct from the manufacturer. Standard freight is curbside delivery, so plan for a second person to help move the crate inside. White glove delivery options are available as a paid add-on, quoted per address. Inspect the crate before you sign the delivery receipt and note any damage on the paperwork, that is what protects your freight claim. contact us at support@goofitness.com, 9am to 6pm EST Monday to Friday, for current lead times and a delivery quote to your address.

Questions buyers ask

How much ceiling height do I actually need?

97.5

Warranty

GooFitness is an authorized Merrithew dealer. Every unit ships new in factory packaging with full manufacturer warranty support.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the weight capacity? The weight capacity is 250 lbs, and Merrithew specifies this machine for users between 60 in and 74 in tall.

How much ceiling height do I need? You need 98.5 in of ceiling clearance to perform standing platform exercises and 97.5 in just to store the reformer upright on the stand.

Can the shoulder rests be removed? No, the shoulder rests are fixed and cannot be removed.

Can it be stacked or upgraded with a tower? No, this model cannot be stacked and cannot be upgraded with a Vertical Frame — the SPX Max line is the option if either matters to you.

What's included in the package? It ships with a Reformer Box with Footstrap, a Padded Platform Extender, a 2 lb Metal Roll-Up Pole, Double Loop Straps, and a five-spring Traditional Springs Package.

Questions? Contact us at support@goofitness.com or visit goofitness.com.