Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I got the xp557 and I love it. I am a Club Pilates member and I just wanted a small machine that I could use on my off days. I don’t have the budget for a balance body reformer like they have at the club, but this is a perfectly fine home quality reformer for 1/3-1/4 the price of one of those. I made a few upgrades as were suggested by others. I oiled the wheels which really helped, highly recommend. I used an odorless machine oil that’s free from detergents and it’s great, I hate the WD 40 smell. I also wasn’t a fan of the pullys, so I went to ace hardware and for a few bucks bought all metal pullys and lanyards. I cant get the old pullys off without buying a whole new bolt or a cutter, so I just left them on there to remind me how handy I am haha. See pic for replacement idea! I may also add some command hooks for the foot loops as others have suggested, but changing out the pullys for $7 is well worth it!!!! My advice would be not to expect it to be like a commercial studio reformer and you won’t be disappointed. I can easily still do all the things we do in class and I sweat the same and that’s all that matters. I am 34 with osteoarthritis in my knees already, so for me it’s basically this for the rest of my life and I’m just fine with that! I love Pilates and it kicks my butt! UPDATE: I managed to source the exact pulleys they use on the really nice reformers in the studio I go to. The brand is RONSTAN and I included another pic. I got them on amazon! $60 for the pair but knowing they are legit I was cool with that!