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VersaClimber · Sport Model
VersaClimber SM-Aerobic Sport Model (SM-A)
Regular price $5,395.00 Freight delivery coordinated by our team
VersaClimber's most popular model for gyms and homes. The SM is two cardio machines in one, a lower-body stepper and an upper-body climber, in a sleek, space-efficient vertical frame with a fixed-tension, non-impact climb.
- 2-in-1stepper + climber
- 75°climb angle
- 150 lbweight
- 5-yrlimited warranty
- ◷Freight delivery, coordinated We confirm timing, access and any inside-delivery needs with you before your climber ships.
- ◇Manufacturer warranty Up to 5 years on the frame and listed mechanical parts, by model and component. Details
- ↺Returns Large-equipment returns are arranged with our team in advance. Return policy
- ✦Questions? Chat with us now Instant answers on models, mounts, space and delivery. Start a chat
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Overview
The classic VersaClimber
From long, toning strides to explosive sprints, the SM covers every kind of cardio session in a footprint smaller than most treadmills.
Wide range of motion
1–20 inch steps and 1–20 inch arm travel for short sprints or long strides.
Built tough
Steel frame, individually hand-welded in the USA.
Simple display
Time, distance, calories, feet per minute, and virtual opponents and landmarks.
Features
What sets the SM-A apart
- Two cardio machines in one: lower-body stepper and upper-body climber
- Fixed tension, non-impact, contra-lateral climb
- Display: time, distance, calories, feet per minute, virtual opponents and landmarks
- Bluetooth to the free VersaClimber app; heart rate monitoring
- 1–20 inch step height and 1–20 inch arm travel; 3 grip settings
- Steel frame, individually hand-welded; free-standing, floor or wall mount
Specifications
Technical specifications
Performance
- Resistance
- Fixed tension
- Climb angle
- 75°
- Step height
- 1–20 in
- Arm travel
- 1–20 in
- Max climb speed
- 350 vertical ft/min
Console
- Display
- Time, distance, calories, ft/min, virtual opponents and landmarks
- Programs
- 6 opponents (race), 6 structures (distance)
- Connectivity
- Bluetooth, VersaClimber app
- Heart rate
- Monitoring
Size & build
- Height
- 7′10″ assembled
- Weight
- 150 lb
- Base
- 42″ W × 45″ L
- Max user weight
- 350 lb
- Frame
- Steel, individually hand-welded
Power & warranty
- Power
- 110V AC
- Warranty
- 5-year limited: frame and listed mechanical parts · 1 year electronics · first-year labor
Specifications from versaclimber.com, November 2026. Subject to change by the manufacturer.
Compare
The VersaClimber lineup
From the compact Home Climber to the touchscreen, magnetic-resistance flagship. Every model climbs at the same 75° angle.
| Model | TS-M | SM-M | SRM | TS-A | SM-A | Home |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resistance | Magnetic, 11 levels, up to 500 lb | Magnetic, 11 levels | Variable, 0–500 lb | Bodyweight (no tension control) | Fixed tension | Fixed tension |
| Console | Wi-Fi / Bluetooth touchscreen tablet | Display + Bluetooth app | Voice feedback; tablet optional | Wi-Fi / Bluetooth touchscreen tablet | Display + Bluetooth app | Bluetooth or built-in tablet |
| Seated work | Optional upgrade | Optional upgrade | Seat, leg isolator and motion limiters included | Optional upgrade | Optional upgrade | — |
| Battery option | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | — | Runs on a 9V battery |
| Mounting | Base, stackable, floor, rack, wall | Base, stackable, floor, rack, wall | Free-standing | Base, floor, wall | Base, floor, wall | Free-standing |
| Max climb speed | 350 ft/min | No set limit | 350 ft/min | 350 ft/min | 350 ft/min | 255 ft/min |
| Max user weight | 350 lb | 350 lb | 350 lb | 350 lb | 350 lb | 350 lb |
| Height | 7′10″ | 7′10″ | 7′10″ | 7′10″ | 7′10″ | 7′6″ |
| Weight | 150 lb | 155 lb | 165 lb | 150 lb | 150 lb | 65 lb |
| Base | 43 × 46 in | 43 × 45 in | 43 × 50 in | 43 × 46 in | 42 × 45 in | 36 × 44 in |
Space & power
Plan your space
| Item | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Height | 7′10″ assembled |
| Footprint | 42″ W × 45″ L |
| Weight | 150 lb |
| Power | 110V AC outlet |
- Allow clear floor space around the base, and ceiling height for your full reach at the top of each stroke. Taller users (about 6′3″–6′8″) may want arm extenders, which VersaClimber notes still fit under a standard 8-foot ceiling.
- Place the climber on a solid, level floor; a floor mat protects wood, tile and concrete.
- Floor, rack and wall mounts anchor to your structure. We confirm the mount hardware, install surface and who completes the install with you before your climber ships.
Videos
See it in motion
Built tough, built in the USA
VersaClimber's look at the Sport Model frame and workout. Watch
Assembly walkthrough
VersaClimber's official assembly video. Plan on two people. Watch
On-demand classes
Coach-led VersaClimber classes on the tablet console or the VersaClimber app. Watch
VersaClimber on YouTube
Workouts, technique tips and product videos from VersaClimber. Watch
Manuals & guides
Owner's manuals and install guides
- SM owner's manual
PDF from VersaClimber - All VersaClimber manuals
VersaClimber manuals library
Setup & safety
Getting started
First sessions
- Assemble with two people, following VersaClimber's assembly video and owner's manual.
- Adjust the hand grips and foot straps, then start with short strokes at an easy pace.
- Build session length and intensity gradually over the first weeks; mix long strides with short, quick intervals.
Safety
Check with your physician before starting a new exercise program, especially if you have a heart condition, are pregnant, or are recovering from an injury or surgery. Read VersaClimber's owner's manual before first use and keep children and pets clear of the moving pedals and handles.
Research
What the studies show
Total-body aerobic demand
In a 1995 study of 11 trained oarswomen, peak oxygen uptake measured on a VersaClimber was higher than on a treadmill or a rowing ergometer.
Less impact per stride
In 20 college-aged adults, climbing on a ladder ergometer produced lower impact forces and higher energy expenditure than treadmill testing, at a similar perceived effort.
Interval-ready
Adding sprint interval climbing to elite judo athletes' training for three months raised their anaerobic training load without obvious muscle damage or loss of fitness.
Why the 75° angle matters
Climbing fully vertical raised oxygen uptake about 17% and heart rate about 16% over a 75° pitch at the same climb rate. VersaClimber is set at 75°.
Small, published studies; some used climbing ergometers similar to VersaClimber. Individual results vary. VersaClimber products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Delivery & warranty
Delivery and coverage
Delivery
Ships by freight in a wooden crate (about 100 × 12 × 22 in, roughly 250 lb). Our team confirms delivery timing, access and any inside-delivery needs with you before your climber ships.
Warranty & returns
Manufacturer warranty: 5-year limited: frame and listed mechanical parts · 1 year electronics · first-year labor. Conditions and exclusions apply. Returns follow our return policy.
FAQ
Questions we hear most
Can I add a seat?
Yes, with a seat-mount upgrade that VersaClimber fits at the time of order. Chat with us before you order and we'll add it to your configuration.
Is VersaClimber hard on the joints?
The climb is non-impact: your feet stay on the pedals throughout, and you set the pace and stroke length.
Should I check with my physician first?
Yes, especially if you have a heart condition, are pregnant, or are recovering from an injury or surgery.
Can I speak with someone before buying?
Yes. Chat with us now or email info@heavenlifewellness.com and our wellness team will help you choose a model and mount for your space. We offer general product guidance, not individualized medical advice.
Wellness guidance
Chat with our wellness team
Questions about which climber fits your goals, ceiling height, floor space or delivery access? Start a chat any time, and our team follows up on anything more detailed. We offer general product guidance, not individualized medical advice.