Inspire Fitness M5 Twin Stack Multi Gym
The Inspire M5 is the ultimate 'L-shaped' corner gym, featuring two consecutive weight stacks that allow two users to train simultaneously. It combines fixed-path pressing with a functional side pulley system.
starsThe Verdict
"The Inspire M5 is the ultimate 'L-shaped' corner gym, featuring two consecutive weight stacks that allow two users to train simultaneously. It combines fixed-path pressing with a functional side pulley system."
Why it stands out
The Inspire M5 is the ultimate 'L-shaped' corner gym, featuring two consecutive weight stacks that allow two users to train simultaneously. It combines fixed-path pressing with a functional side pulley system.
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cancelWho This Is NOT For
Solo trainers should look elsewhere. You form a significant portion of the price for the 'dual station' capability. If you are training alone, you are paying for an L-shaped footprint and a second weight stack you will never use. Buy the M3 or FT2 instead and save the floor space.
compare_arrowsComparison Advice
If you are deciding between the M5 and two separate machines: The M5 saves floor space. Two separate machines (like an M3 and a treadmill) would require double the footprint. Only buy the M5 if you specifically need TWO strength stations running at once.
infoJanuary Buyer's Note
"This is the ultimate 'Partner Accountability' machine. January resolutions fail when motivation drops, but the M5 allows you and a partner to train simultaneously. If you're buying this to train with a spouse or teenager, that social contract improves your long-term consistency odds significantly."
fitness_centerTraining Experience
The M5 effectively merges a traditional multi-gym with a functional trainer. One side handles heavy pressing and leg work, while the other offers adjustable cable columns for functional movement. The fixed press arm has independent action for balanced strength development. The seated leg curl station is particularly smooth and ergonomic.
Build Quality & Longevity
As with all Inspire M-Series gyms, the build is commercial-grade 11-gauge steel. The dual 96kg weight stacks are cast iron and move silently on chrome guide rods. It feels like a piece of equipment you'd find in a high-end hotel gym.
Space & Installation
This is a substantial machine designed specifically for corners. Its L-shape footprint is unique and space-efficient for what it offers, but it still dominates a room. Dimensions are roughly 254cm wide by 224cm deep. Installation is a major task; professional assembly is virtually mandatory.
- straightenDimensions: 254cm (W) x 224cm (D) x 216cm (H)
- straightenUnique L-shaped design for corners
- straightenAllows 2 users to train at once
UK Home Reality
"The L-shape makes it a nightmare or a dream, depending on your room. It is designed to hug a corner efficiently, but it needs a *big* corner. You cannot easily shove this in a spare bedroom; it's for dedicated garage gyms or garden studios. Professional installation is virtually mandatory in the UK—do not attempt to build this on a Sunday afternoon."
Price & Value
The M5 is a significant investment, often costing more than two separate machines. However, for the right user—specifically families or couples wanting to train together—it offers unbeatable value and space utilisation.
Frequently Asked Questions
?Do I need to bolt it to the floor?
No, the machine is extremely heavy and stable on its own.
?Can two people really train at once?
Yes. Because it has two independent weight stacks, one person can use the press station while the other uses the functional cables.
Consider These Alternatives
Inspire FT1
Similar priceIf you don't need the dual stack for two people. The FT1 is a better solo functional trainer.
Inspire FT2 (Functional Trainer)
Similar / slightly higherThe FT2 uses a Smith bar connected to the stacks, so it feels like free weights but safely. It's rectangular, not L-shaped, which might fit your room better.
Two Separate Machines (e.g. M3 + Cardio)
VariousFor the price of the M5, you could buy a premium Treadmill AND a single-station M3. If your partner prefers cardio while you lift, this is a better use of cash.
Marcy HG7000
Approx. £2,000 cheaperA budget take on the corner gym concept. It feels nowhere near as premium (jerky cables, lighter stacks) but fits the same corner shape for a fraction of the cost.