Inspire Fitness
Inspire Fitness FTX Functional Trainer
A narrow 40 in-wide trainer with a full accessory kit and lifetime warranty
Inspire Fitness
Functional trainer
2 × 165 lb stacks
Amazon customer rating
4.6/5 from 216 ratings
Checked October 4, 2026
- Type
- Functional trainer
- Cable ratio
- 2:1 · up to 82.5 lb per handle
- LiftEvidence score
- 7.9 / 10
- Price band
- High-end
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Quick verdict
LiftEvidence editorial assessment
A compact functional trainer with two 165 lb stacks at 2:1 (82.5 lb per handle), sliding pulleys, a pull-up bar and four accessories in the box. At 40 in wide it fits places other dual-stack trainers do not, and owners rate it highly for smoothness and assembly. Resistance per handle is modest for heavy cable work.
Most suitable for: Home gyms that are narrow rather than shallow, and lifters who want accessories included.
Specifications
Source: manufacturer listing
As stated by the manufacturer (website or Amazon listing; conflicts are noted). Rows are omitted when the information was not available or could not be confirmed.
- Brand
- Inspire Fitness
- Model
- FTX
- ASIN
- B07HBHFBFG
- Type
- Functional trainer
- Resistance
- 2 × 165 lb stacks
- Cable ratio
- 2:1 · up to 82.5 lb per handle
- Independent arms
- Yes
- Dimensions
- 82 × 40 × 54 in (H × W × D)
- Machine weight
- 544 lb
- Mounting
- Freestanding
- Pull-up bar
- Pull-up bar
- Attachments
- Triceps rope, two D-handles, dual-hook curl bar, chin/dip belt
- Warranty
- Lifetime warranty (per Garage Gym Reviews; terms not stated on the listing)
Who it suits
LiftEvidence editorial assessment
Best suited to
- Small Spaces
- General Home Gym
- Beginner
Home gyms that are narrow rather than shallow, and lifters who want accessories included.
Less suitable for
Strong lifters who need more than about 80 lb at each handle.
Strengths and drawbacks
LiftEvidence editorial assessment
Strengths
- Only 40 in wide
- Four accessories included
- Lifetime warranty (independent review)
- Strong owner feedback (4.6, 216 ratings)
Drawbacks
- 82.5 lb per handle maximum
- 54 in deep — deeper than the Arcadia
- Pulley position count not published
- Premium price for the resistance
Cable feel, stability and durability
LiftEvidence editorial assessment
Our interpretation of the specifications, stated construction and recurring customer feedback. We have not independently tested this product.
- Cable smoothness
- Excellent
- Stability
- Good
- Resistance range
- Moderate
- Assembly
- Good
- Build quality
- Very Good
- Durability
- Very Good
Evidence and product claims
Scientific evidence, independent testing and manufacturer claims are different kinds of information and are not equivalent.
Scientific evidence
Strength: Moderate
Research comparing machine-based and free-weight training finds similar strength and muscle gains overall; see the buying guide.
Independent testing
Reviewed by Garage Gym Reviews: versatile, with a lifetime warranty; 82.5 lb per pulley may not be enough for some lifters.
Manufacturer claims
“Friction-free” pulley system; one of the industry’s smallest footprints for a full functional trainer (manufacturer listing).
Marketing statements; not independently verified.
Customer feedback
Source: Amazon customer reviews · checked October 4, 2026
Amazon customer rating
4.6/5 from 216 ratings
Checked October 4, 2026
Customer ratings reflect user experience on Amazon. They are not LiftEvidence ratings and are not controlled evidence.
Recurring themes
Owners call it a versatile, sturdy and smooth machine that was easy to assemble and good value for the money.
Commonly praised
- Versatility
- Smooth operation
- Easy assembly
- Sturdiness
Editorial scores
LiftEvidence editorial assessment · 0–10
7.9/ 10 · LiftEvidence score (weighted)
- Training performance
- 8.0
- Build quality & durability
- 8.5
- Versatility
- 8.0
- Resistance & cable system
- 7.5
- Value for money
- 7.0
- Home-gym practicality
- 8.5
Editorial judgements from the manufacturer's specifications, stated construction and recurring customer-review themes, using the same criteria for every product in this category. They are not measurements, and we have not tested this product. How we evaluate
Compare with other cable machines
- XMark XM-7626
Functional trainer · 2 × 200 lb stacks · 2:1 ratio
- REP Arcadia
Functional trainer · 2 × 170 lb stacks · 2:1 ratio
- Body-Solid PFT100
Functional trainer · 2 × 160 lb stacks · 2:1 ratio
- Major Fitness F22
Rack with cable crossover · Plate-loaded · 2:1 ratio
- Valor Wall Cable Station
Wall-mounted cable tower · Plate-loaded, up to 200 lb
- Centr 1
Functional trainer · 160 lb stack · 2:1 ratio
- Valor BD-61 Crossover
Plate-loaded crossover · Plate-loaded, up to 200 lb
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