Aeke Avis 2

I’ve been using the AEKE K1 for some time and I’m very impressed.

The design is clean and practical, with excellent materials and solid build quality.

It works as expected, is easy to use, and the software keeps improving with updates.

Customer service is responsive and very helpful.

I highly recommend the AEKE K1 – it will only get better over time with updates and accessories.

After comparing many smart gyms and seeing AEKE in person, I strongly recommend caution. The product does not live up to its marketing, and the pricing is completely disconnected from what you actually get.

I saw AEKE on the CES show floor, and for the first few days the machine was completely unusable because it could not connect to WiFi. For a so called smart gym, this was a major failure. Only after they fixed it was I able to see the software properly, and that was honestly just as disappointing. The interface felt extremely basic, poorly designed, and very clearly Chinese in language, structure, and user experience. It does not feel like a refined or premium product at all, more like early stage prototype software.

The hardware has serious limitations. The cable attachment system only allows pulling movements downward from a fixed position. You cannot properly do exercises like tricep pulldowns, overhead cable movements, or many upper body variations. This severely limits the exercise library. With competitors like Speediance, the attachment can be placed at the top of the machine, which immediately unlocks a far more complete and functional range of exercises.

Resistance is also limited. AEKE maxes out at 100 kg, while Speediance goes up to 120 kg. That difference matters very quickly if you train consistently or want long term progression.

The AI and coaching are mostly hype. Once you actually use the system, it becomes clear how shallow it is. Navigation is clunky, features feel unfinished, and there is nothing here that justifies the heavy AI branding.

Pricing is honestly a joke. I have compared many smart gyms, and at this price point, AEKE makes absolutely no sense. Realistically, this feels like a $500 mirror with maybe $500 worth of cheap, prototype level software added. Charging premium pricing over $3500 for this is extremely hard to justify.

I also tested Speediance at CES, and the difference was immediate. Their product is several generations ahead in both hardware and software. Upon speaking with them and seeing they have over 100,000 users, it clearly benefits from real world feedback and refinement. Compared side by side, Speediance feels polished and mature, while AEKE feels like an overpriced concept product.

One final red flag is transparency. On the AEKE website, reviews below 4 stars appear to be removed, and only highly positive ratings are visible. That alone should make potential buyers think twice. And why this feedback is left on a site that is genuine like Trustpilot.

This is genuine feedback based on real demos and real comparisons. Do not rely on marketing alone. Compare properly before spending this kind of money.