Picking between the different Gym Nano bundles can feel trickier than it should be, especially when a couple of them look almost identical at first glance. Here's the thing that makes it simpler: every Gym Nano package is built around the exact same machine and resistance system. What actually changes from one bundle to the next is the accessory kit that comes with it — and that's really the only decision you need to make.
This guide walks through what each accessory is actually for, so you can either pick a ready-made package that suits your training style, or build up your own set-up piece by piece as your workouts evolve.
The Essentials: What Comes With Every Package
No matter which Gym Nano bundle you go for, you'll always get the same starting point:
- The Gym Nano unit itself
- A knob-lock rack mount — a compact, secure base for fixed installation
- A carry bag for transport
- A starter kit, covering your assembly tools, charger, and a screen protector
Everything beyond this baseline — mounts, handles, straps, and control accessories — is where the packages diverge, and each of these extras is also sold separately if you'd rather mix and match.
Mounts: Fixed vs Sliding
Two mounting options are available across the range, and the difference matters more than it might seem:
Knob-lock rack mount (included as standard in every package): a compact 202 × 75 × 74 mm base weighing 1.5 kg. It twists into place on your rack at a single fixed point using nothing more than a hand-turned knob — no tools required.
Sliding rack mount: a considerably larger unit at 230 × 252 × 120 mm and 4.2 kg. Rather than locking into one spot, this mount is designed to travel along the length of your rack, giving you a broader range of working positions without having to reposition the whole unit.
Training Accessories: Matching Kit to Movement
- Single handle — the go-to attachment for pressing, pulling, and single-arm cable work of pretty much any kind.
- Triceps rope — a multi-grip attachment that covers everything from cable pushdowns to face pulls and rope-style pulling movements.
- Training belt — built for belted squats, hip hinges, and other lower-body work where you want load beyond what cable handles alone can offer.
- Ankle straps — aimed squarely at glutes, hips, and legs, ideal for cable kickbacks, hip abduction, and similar isolation moves.
- Extension straps — add reach and flexibility to your set-up, particularly handy if your mounting position or room layout doesn't naturally give you the ideal cable angle.
Control: The Bluetooth Ring
Included in the top-tier single and dual packages, the Bluetooth ring lets you switch modes and adjust resistance straight from your wrist — no walking back to the control panel mid-set. Small addition, but it keeps your training rhythm uninterrupted.
Sold Separately
A handful of accessories sit outside the standard packages entirely, letting you customise further down the line:
- Magnetic quick-release rack mount – A (3") — a magnetic alternative to the standard mounts, built for thicker rack profiles
- Magnetic quick-release rack mount – B (2") — the same magnetic design, sized for slimmer rack profiles
- Sled pull rope — brings sled-style pulling and pushing work into your session without needing an actual sled or turf
Package Comparison
| Gym Nano | Gym Nano Core | Gym Nano Station | Gym Nano Dual Core | Gym Nano Dual Station | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gym Nano unit | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Knob-lock rack mount | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ (×2) | ✓ (×2) |
| Carry bag + starter kit | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ (×2) | ✓ (×2) |
| Sliding rack mount | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ (×2) | ✓ (×2) |
| Single handle | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ (×2) | ✓ (×2) |
| Bluetooth ring | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Triceps rope | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Training belt | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Ankle straps | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Extension straps | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ (×2) |
Thinking About Two Units? Here's What Twin Mode Adds
If you're weighing up one of the dual-unit packages, Twin Mode is the feature that makes two machines genuinely worth it. It pairs two Gym Nano units over Bluetooth and keeps their resistance perfectly in sync — same mode, same load, same output, on both sides at once — with sync latency under 10ms and automatic pairing, so there's no manual setup faff involved.
This really comes into its own for bilateral, barbell-style movements: squats, deadlifts, rows, and other pulling exercises where you'd traditionally load a bar with plates. Instead of adding physical weight, you control both units' resistance digitally and simultaneously. Combined, two Gym Nano units deliver up to 440 lbs (roughly 200 kg) of resistance — so if barbell-style bilateral training is a regular part of your programme, a dual package gives you noticeably more headroom than a single unit ever could.
So, Which Package Is Right for You?
- Already own a rack? Go with the standalone Gym Nano — you've got the mounting sorted, so there's no need to pay for a second one.
- Want a plug-and-play set-up from day one? The Gym Nano Core covers you with the sliding mount and handle included.
- Want the full range of training options straight out of the box? The Gym Nano Station is the most complete single-unit bundle, giving you all five resistance modes from the start.
- Training bilateral, barbell-style movements regularly? Look at Gym Nano Dual Core or Dual Station for the added capacity and Twin Mode functionality.
