Trainer reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 149 Reddit reviews across 46 subreddits and 61 posts to rank the best Trainer brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/AskRunningShoeGeeks, r/cycling, r/Fitness_India, r/desmoines, r/triathlon. Top-rated brands include Wahoo (4.4/5), Saucony (4.9/5), Tacx (4.7/5).
Stats
Reviews149
Subreddits46
Posts61
Brands84
Products40
149 reviews from
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By Brand
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#1
Wahoo
4.4
(18)
"I usually recommend the Wahoo Kickr Core. I have it and I can’t think of a single reason why I’d upgrade."
"I’ve been using the same wahoo kickr since 2016 - combined with Trainer Road, I get some good structured training every year."
"Reliable brands include Wahoo, Tacx (Garmin), Elite, Magene, Jet Black."
"I have a Kickr trainer and it is easy to set up and integrated nicely with my Garmin/Strava and also with Zwift when i used it."
"A few months ago, I got the Kickr Core with the 9sp 11-32 cassette to match the bike I mounted. I love it."
"Kickr makes nice trainers."
"Just got a wahoo kickr core with the zwift one smart hub on it."
"I just got a Wahoo Core for my 10speed Shimano bike with quick release wheels."
"I would invest in a smart trainer eg Wahoo Kickr, Tacx NEO, Zwift hub, etc."
"Look for a used Wahoo Kickr or Garmin TacX Neo 2T or something."
#2
Saucony
4.9
(7)
"Beaded TPU midsoles in shoes such as the Saucony Ride 17/18... should last a long time."
"The most durable neutral shoes I've run in the past two years are the Ride 17."
"Love the Ride 17. Durable for ages."
"Saucony ride 17/18 long lasting also superblast very durable shoes."
"I LOVED my Saucony Triumphs, put almost 500km on them."
"For faster pace saucony tempus"
"Branch out into another brand like the Saucony Endorphin Speed."
#3
Tacx
4.7
(7)
"I do not recommend rollers for reasons of noise. Forget about handling, posture, balance and core fitness."
"Happy with it. Connects with all the bike apps... Zwift, Garmin, etc."
"Reliable brands include Wahoo, Tacx (Garmin), Elite, Magene, Jet Black."
"If you have the money, the Tacx Neo 2T is just a great way to go."
"I would invest in a smart trainer eg Wahoo Kickr, Tacx NEO, Zwift hub, etc."
"I have a Tax Neo Smart that works fantastic for me."
"I got this exact trainer last month, and am thoroughly enjoying it."
#4
Asics
4.8
(6)
"Asics Kayano by far"
"For easy pace asics gel kayano."
"If you can get your hands on them, asics superblast 2"
"NOVA BLASTS OR SUPERBLASTS"
"NOVA BLASTS OR SUPERBLASTS"
"Asics novablast 3 is better than 4, but 4 is still pretty good"
#5
Complete Canine
5.0
(5)
"She’s helped me a lot one on one!"
"Jeremy at Complete Canine is great"
"Another vote for Jeremy with Complete Canine; wonderful human and helped immensely with my two assholes."
"Jeremy at The Complete Canine. He is the best!"
"They use positive reinforcement to train the dogs."
#6
Adidas
4.6
(5)
"Boston 12 is amazing."
"I’d pick the Bostons over the invincibles all day."
"Love the Boston. Best shoe I have."
"Both are good trainers but very unlike each other."
"Boston 12 is the easy pick there for most versatile."
#7
Puma
5.0
(3)
"Puma deviate nitro 2"
"Puma deviate nitro 2"
"Puma deviate nitro 2, even have a carbon plate. Really good trainer."
#8
Pawsitive Dog Training
4.7
(3)
"Seconding pawsitive! love them."
"Pawsitive dog training is awesome and affordable."
"Pawsitive is great if you like a softer training."
#9
Fittr
4.7
(3)
"Try FITTR."
"Do checkout Fittr, though it’s online but they’re really good."
"Heard good things about Fittrr . You can try them."
#10
Nike
4.3
(3)
"ZF6 or Pegasus Plus seem like the way."
"Vomero basically stands for 'high volume trainer'."
"Vomero 18 is a great shoe for less, it’s not fast but it’s super comfy and can eat a lot of miles."
#11
Gigi Moss
4.0
(3)
"Gigi Moss!"
"I’ve heard good things about Gigi moss and tenderfoot."
"I have heard Gigi Moss is great if you're just training puppies without issues."
#12
JetBlack
3.7
(3)
"Its one of the more silent ones they say in reviews."
"Does what $1500+ trainers do for around $400."
"$400 for a jetblack victory (which has all the better features that support zwift cog, race mode, etc)."
#13
Polite Paws
5.0
(2)
"Polite Paws was the best thing we've ever done."
"Best trainers in Kelowna."
#14
Pioneer Valley CrossFit
5.0
(2)
"Pioneer Valley CrossFit. Excellent coaches and trainers."
"Pioneer Valley CrossFit has a women’s strength program."
#15
Sit Means Sit
5.0
(2)
"The owner works with reactive dogs and aggressive dogs all the time."
"They have lots of training options."
#16
Sandeep
5.0
(2)
"Here is the certified trainer Sandeep's cell no +91 75180 71277."
"He is very well behaved and simple guy and always commit to time and well trained for all physiotherapies as well"
#17
Titan Fitness
5.0
(2)
"They have some really good functional trainers."
"Best decision ever."
#18
Get Into Shape Fitness
4.5
(2)
"Get Into Shape Fitness - https://getintoshapefitnessllc.com/."
#19
New Balance
4.5
(2)
"If you can find them online discounted they would be my #1 recommendation."
"The Ghost Max and the 1080 are both similar as max cushion trainers."
#20
Garmin
4.5
(2)
"Expensive yes but seems to me that's the only piece of triathlon equipment that can hold its value and barely depreciate"
"Really good quality and you can use it with zwift."
#21
Calming K9s
4.0
(2)
"Ann at Calming K9s is very good and set us on the right track with training."
"Calming K9S. I have two dogs, and that trainer was very helpful"
#22
Saris
4.0
(2)
"I really enjoy."
"Have you checked to see what the current new price for a Saris H3 is?"
#23
Believe in Dog
3.0
(2)
"My friend's German shepherd has gotten so much better after Believe In Dog training."
"They ultimately made our American Labrador way worse."
#24
Kind Canine
5.0
(1)
"Kind Canine!"
#25
Zen Dog
5.0
(1)
"Zen Dog in Broussard! Phenominal dog trainers."
#26
Paw 2 Paw Dog Training
5.0
(1)
"Lauren was amazing with my GSD."
#27
Paw 2 Paw
5.0
(1)
"Paw 2 Paw was great with our Belgian Mal!"
#28
Finest City Dog Training
5.0
(1)
"I used Jessica with Finest City Dog Training. We did some one on one training."
#29
Fernando Steffy
5.0
(1)
"We absolutely love Fernando Steffy! Highly recommend him!"
#30
Paws 4 Training
5.0
(1)
"If you're near the Upper Valley, Paws 4 Training in Lebanon, NH is great."
#31
Moto Dog Training
5.0
(1)
"After meeting with and evaluating a few other trainers and their approaches, Jill and Lauren are the ONLY ones I would recommend."
#32
Coach
5.0
(1)
"Definitely work with a coach at least for a few sessions. You need to learn to squat, deadlift, push, pull and lunge correctly."
#33
The Dirty Gym
5.0
(1)
"I 100% recommend the dirty gym. I have been working with them for 4 years and can’t say enough good things about the program they design for me."
#34
Shaggy Dog Pet Services
5.0
(1)
"We used Shaggy Dog Pet Services and cannot recommend them enough!"
#35
Luv A K9
5.0
(1)
"My family has used luv a k9 for years. They have a million different training options."
#36
Complete Canine Training
5.0
(1)
"Allison at Complete Canine Training, she's the best."
#37
Heights Fitness
5.0
(1)
"I recommend Tim from Heights Fitness."
#38
Compass Fitness
5.0
(1)
"If you are further south I’d recommend Compass Fitness."
#39
UTS
5.0
(1)
"You can't do better than Blake and his team at UTS/Unlimited Training Systems."
#40
Ebor Fitness
5.0
(1)
"Tom Swanton at Ebor Fitness is a top guy."
#41
Dayton Functional Fitness
5.0
(1)
"I would check out Dayton Functional Fitness. It’s in Beavercreek. Michael could help you."
#42
Cave Coach
5.0
(1)
"Https://www.cavecoach.com Super smart guy"
#43
InsideRide
5.0
(1)
"[InsideRide] E-Motion rollers without a doubt."
#44
Anthony's Simply Fit
5.0
(1)
"Oak Lawn across from Eatzis https://www.anthonysimplyfit.com/"
#45
Agility Movement
5.0
(1)
"Give Austin Hogan of Agility Movement a try."
#46
The Canine Center
5.0
(1)
"My foster puppies would agree lmao."
#47
Bethany Athletic Club
5.0
(1)
"AJ at Bethany Athletic Club"
#48
Independent Iron
5.0
(1)
"It’s women owned and they are a couple of bad asses. But they are super sweet and know their stuff."
#49
Heckingooddogs.com
5.0
(1)
"Erin is great!!"
#50
Relentless Fitness
5.0
(1)
#51
All Ways Healing Center
5.0
(1)
"Is really excellent and sounds like a potentially great match based on your needs."
#52
Vigor Advantage Fitness
5.0
(1)
"Highly recommend Lindsay - owner and trainer"
#53
Vive Fitness
5.0
(1)
"Lindsay @ Vive Fitness in Hollywood is fucking rad."
#54
Underdogs
5.0
(1)
#55
ProActive Physical Therapy
5.0
(1)
"Guy is awesome"
#56
All Breed Dog Obedience Training
5.0
(1)
"We worked specifically with Laura and chose the board and train option. It is expensive, but we had run out of options for our 14mo Aussie mix rescue who was reactive to dogs and people."
#57
Animal Rescue League
5.0
(1)
"The Animal Rescue League has a list of resources and recommended trainers."
#58
Canine Craze
5.0
(1)
"I sent her to Canine Craze and it was the best money I’ve ever spent."
#59
Fur Pete's Sake Dog Training
5.0
(1)
"Has worked wonders with reactive dogs."
#60
Dogs & Kat
5.0
(1)
"A lovely variety of classes, all positive reinforcement, budget friendly."
#61
Nakpro
4.0
(1)
"Nakpro, amul, asitas, Muscle necter, Avvatar, Muscleblaze etc are trustworthy brands."
#62
Brooks
4.0
(1)
"The Ghost 17 will be available May 1st, $140, and updates are enough to make it a better Ghost."
#63
Optimum Nutrition
4.0
(1)
"You could get whey isolate from far better brands like muscletech or ON for this price brother."
#64
Training Spot
4.0
(1)
"They have group classes, but you can also have a trainer come to your house."
#65
Noble Woof
4.0
(1)
"We saw some improvement for sure and learned a lot."
#66
The South Austin Dog Center
4.0
(1)
"They did a fantastic job on socialization."
#67
PTD Fitness
4.0
(1)
"PTD fitness has some great trainers who can help with different fitness goals."
#68
Synergy Behavior
4.0
(1)
"The team there are specialists in this kind of thing."
#69
Instinct Dog Training
4.0
(1)
"I’ve heard great things about Instinct Dog Training."
#70
Flash Dog Training
4.0
(1)
"Pricey but you get 100% what you pay for"
#71
The Heights
4.0
(1)
"The Heights in RH is excellent."
#72
MuscleTech
4.0
(1)
"You could get whey isolate from far better brands like muscletech or ON for this price brother."
#73
My Dog's Got Class
4.0
(1)
"I went with My Dog's Got Class after several issues with Petsmart's training."
#74
Atta Girl
4.0
(1)
"I’ve heard good things about Atta Girl"
#75
Raintown
4.0
(1)
"I really like Raintown dog training"
#76
Zoom Room
4.0
(1)
"Zoom room. We have a reactive dog and they helped us!"
#77
Fitness Friends Wellness
4.0
(1)
"Consider Fitness Friends Wellness"
#78
HouseFit Physical Therapy & Fitness
4.0
(1)
"I've heard good things about HouseFit Physical Therapy & Fitness."
#79
Dog Wizard
4.0
(1)
"Ask for Melissa at the Dog Wizard."
#80
Full Circle K-9
4.0
(1)
"Full Circle K-9; Kevin."
#81
Harness
4.0
(1)
"I would recommend using a harness that allows you to clip the leash to your dog’s chest."
#82
Captain Dave’s Dog Dojo
3.0
(1)
"Captain Dave has this no treats, just trust method."
#83
CycleOps
3.0
(1)
"The noise is present but not super loud."
#84
Fuel One
2.0
(1)
"Bhai I buy Fuel One for 1900, 5.5kg waali kya bakwas hai ye"
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