The MAXPRO SmartConnect is a portable smart cable gym: according to MAXPRO, a 9.4lb (about 4.3kg) aluminium-alloy unit with a 50-setting dial from 5 to 300lb, a 9ft cable and a free app. The indicative price is around £963 (checked Oct 2026).
This review summarises the maker's pages and reasons from them. The site does not test products, and MAXPRO's pages are US-based and do not state UK availability.
What does the maker say the SmartConnect is?
MAXPRO calls it a Smart Gym System. It works with the MAXPRO Performance & Coaching app, which uses Bluetooth tracking to count reps and report velocity and power. The page also lists Chromecast and Apple screen mirroring, and says heart rate monitor support, including Apple Watch, is "to be released", so it is not described as available.
The page also describes a patented "Power Clutch" mechanism for consistent resistance and cites a university study on concentric training. Those are the maker's claims; the page checked does not give the study details, so treat them as marketing rather than verified performance.
Specification as published
| Item | Published figure |
|---|---|
| Resistance | Dial with 50 settings, 5-300lb (about 2.3-136kg); page title says 7-300lb |
| Load limit | 300 pounds (136kg), per the warranty page |
| Cable | 9ft (about 2.7m); expected life 1.5-2 years depending on use |
| Weight | 9.4lb (about 4.3kg); 17lb boxed with accessories |
| Unfolded size | 32.3in L x 3.6in W x 4.11in H (about 82 x 9 x 10cm) |
| Folded size | 15.98in H x 7.2in W (about 41 x 18cm); depth not published |
| Materials | Aluminium alloy body, PCABS plastic parts, EPDM bottom pad |
| Power | Rechargeable 18650 Li-ion battery; 40-minute charge; stated run life 2 months; USB cord |
| Warranty | 2 years from delivery, original purchaser only |
| Battery capacity, noise | Not published |
What is the SmartConnect's resistance range?
MAXPRO lists a dial with 50 settings from 5 to 300lb (about 2.3 to 136kg), though its page title says 7-300lb. The product page also describes "300 lbs of smooth, concentric resistance". Concentric here means the load is applied as you pull; the page does not describe an eccentric or chain mode, unlike Speediance's machine in our Speediance Gym Monster 2S review.
With 50 settings across a 295lb span, the average step is roughly 6lb. That is reasoning from the published figures, since MAXPRO does not state the step size.
How does the SmartConnect's battery and charging work?
Power comes from a rechargeable 18650 Li-ion battery. MAXPRO states a 40-minute charge by USB and a run life of 2 months, without defining a usage pattern. Reasoning from that, the unit needs no mains socket near where you train, but you should plan to recharge it periodically. The battery's capacity is not published, and the page gives no maximum user weight beyond the 300lb load limit and says nothing about noise, which a buyer in shared accommodation may want to ask about.
What is in the box?
MAXPRO lists the unit, a 3-piece long bar, workout handles, ankle and wrist straps, a door mount and a USB charger. The page also mentions a library of attachments in a separate accessories collection without listing them.
Does the SmartConnect need professional installation?
No installation service is mentioned. MAXPRO's page describes a portable folding unit, says it is "ready in seconds" and lists a door mount among the accessories. Check the manual for set-up steps, and check your door type before loading the door mount.
Is the SmartConnect sold in the UK?
MAXPRO's product page prices in US dollars and does not mention UK availability, so confirm UK delivery, returns and warranty handling with the seller. The maker's own store lists free shipping with 5 to 7 business day standard delivery, and 30-day returns for unused items in original packaging, but those are US-store terms.
GOV.UK's guidance for traders says a customer who cancels within 14 days of receiving an item must be offered a refund, and that a faulty item returned within 6 months must be repaired or replaced unless the trader shows it was not faulty when sold. That is written for sellers, so ask a UK seller how it applies to your order.
How long do the SmartConnect's cables last?
MAXPRO gives an expected cable life of 1.5 to 2 years depending on use, and its warranty page lists cables as a wear item that is not covered and says they should be replaced yearly. Replacement kits are sold by MAXPRO. Over a multi-year horizon, plan for cable replacement as a running cost, and ask whether UK stock of replacements is available.
What does the SmartConnect's warranty cover?
MAXPRO's warranty page gives two years from delivery for the original purchaser, not transferable. It excludes wear and tear, cosmetic damage, abuse, misuse and tampering. Claims need the serial number and a dated proof of purchase; an approved return gets a Return Authorization Number that must be marked on the box, and the shipment must arrive within two weeks of it being issued.
MAXPRO covers shipping fees only in the Continental United States. Customers elsewhere pay shipping and bear the risk of loss in transit, and the warranty page recommends insuring the shipment, so a UK owner would carry that cost and risk under the stated terms.
Does the SmartConnect need a subscription?
MAXPRO's page states "Free • No subscription needed" for the app and guided workouts. It cites both "250+ guided workouts" and "450+ exercises" without reconciling them, which probably describes workouts and exercises as separate counts, though the page does not say.
Who should skip the SmartConnect?
Reasoning from the figures, the SmartConnect suits someone who wants a cable-style trainer that can be stored away: at 9.4lb it is a fraction of a machine's weight, and it folds to roughly 41cm by 18cm. It has no screen, so it relies on a phone or a mirrored display, and the unfolded length of 32.3in (about 82cm) is the space it needs in use, plus room for the cable's 9ft length.
It is a poor fit if you want a built-in screen, a bench package or a frame to lift from. Because it is a single cable unit rather than a frame, it is a different category from a floor-standing machine; see the MAXPRO vs Speediance comparison for the side-by-side. For layout ideas, read the small apartment home gym guide.
What to check before buying
- Cable wear. Cables are a normal wear item, not covered, with 1.5 to 2 years of expected life.
- Rated limit. The warranty page says the unit is rated for 300 pounds and exceeding that may damage the equipment.
- Warranty handling. Service shipping is covered only within the Continental US.
- UK availability. The product page advertises free shipping but does not mention the UK.
- Door mount. Check the manual before loading it against a door.
What are the alternatives?
For a larger machine, see the Speediance review above. To compare wider options, read the best smart home gym UK guide and is a smart home gym worth it. If you mainly need load rather than tracking, adjustable dumbbells cost differently and need no battery.
Price context
The indicative price is around £963 (checked Oct 2026). Retail prices move, so check the seller's current price and delivery terms.
Safety
Follow MAXPRO's manual for set-up and loading. The NHS advises strengthening activities that work all the major muscle groups on at least 2 days a week for adults aged 19 to 64; anyone with a health condition should speak to a doctor first.
