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BASI Compact Reformer: A Real BASI Frame at the Entry Price
The same five-spring resistance system as the studio reformer, in a frame 14 inches shorter. The BASI Systems Compact Reformer is a beech-frame Pilates reformer for home practitioners with limited floor space and small studios fitting more machines into a tight room. The frame is 81.5" long, 23.6" wide and 12.8" high at 153 lb, and it runs 3 red, 1 yellow and 1 blue spring on a VPS riser pulley, with a 4-angle footbar and 3-angle headrest. It is the entry point into BASI equipment, and it is a real BASI apparatus rather than a lightweight home substitute.
✓ RecovAthlete is an authorized dealer for BASI Systems. All orders include factory warranty and direct manufacturer support.
The Promise
The usual choice for a small room is a consumer reformer you outgrow inside a year, or nothing. This frame is neither. It keeps the beech construction, the aircraft-grade aluminum track and the full BASI spring range, and gives up length rather than build quality. What you buy is carriage feel that matches the studio machine, in a footprint under 8 feet long.
IMPORTANT: THIS FRAME DOES NOT UPGRADE TO A TOWER
The Compact Reformer is carriage only, and it does not convert to a Reformer with Tower or a Cadillac. The four F2 ports accept F2 accessories, but a tower is not a retrofit. If you think you will want push-through and roll-down bar work later, buy the Compact Reformer with Tower now, because adding it later means buying a second frame.
Why Buy This From RecovAthlete
You can find a cheaper reformer. You cannot buy this one cheaper, because BASI sets the price and every authorized dealer holds it. What changes is what comes with the transaction.
- We measure your room against both frames before you order, and tell you if the full-size reformer fits after all. It is the better long-term buy when the space allows.
- We ask whether you will want tower work later, because this frame cannot be upgraded to it. Made to order, non-returnable.
- Authorized dealer, so the factory warranty is valid and BASI supports the unit directly. Grey-market frames often are not covered.
- White glove delivery is available as a paid add-on. The crew brings it into the room of your choice and removes the packaging, instead of leaving 153 lb at the curb.
- Financing through Affirm, Brickhouse Capital, Reliant Capital and Acorn Finance. Multi-unit studio pricing on 866-861-6317.
The specs back that up. Five springs (3 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue) give the same resistance range as the full reformer, with nothing to add on. The VPS riser lets pulleys move to any height along the riser, so rope height is set to the client. The footbar sets to four angles and the headrest to three, covering flat footwork through standing work with neck support across positions. The frame is solid beech on an aircraft-grade aluminum track, with a 23.6" by 25.6" carriage under orthopedic padded cushion and anti-slip antibacterial hospital-grade vinyl that wipes down between clients.
Assembly is required and takes two people. No power is needed. With the riser and footbar fitted the reformer occupies 91.9" by 25.2" and stands 28.9", which is under 8 feet of length and needs no special ceiling height. At 153 lb it is light enough to move between rooms with two people, unlike the 197 lb studio frame. Four F2 System ports are built in. Springs are wear parts, replaced every 2 years or 3,000 hours of use, whichever comes first.
Best For
- Home practitioners with limited floor space who still want a BASI frame
- Small studios fitting more reformers into a tight room
- Beginners buying their first serious reformer, not a consumer machine
- Instructors who want the BASI carriage feel without the full studio footprint
- Rooms with no space for the full 95.3" frame
Not Ideal For
- Buyers who want tower or Cadillac work now or later. This frame does not upgrade
- Studios standardising on the EPS pulley. The Compact uses the simpler VPS riser
- Buyers who want the 3-level gear bar. The Compact runs a fixed 5-spring system
- Anyone with room for a full frame. The full BASI Reformer has a longer track and a wider carriage
Benefits and Features
| What you get | The feature behind it |
|---|---|
| Carriage feel that matches the studio machine, not an entry-level one. | The same 5-spring system as the full reformer: 3 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue. |
| A serious reformer in a room under 8 feet long. | 81.5" beech frame, occupying 91.9" by 25.2" with the riser and footbar fitted. |
| Set rope height to the client instead of working around a fixed riser. | VPS riser pulley, adjustable along the full height of the riser. |
| Run flat footwork through standing work without swapping hardware. | 4-angle footbar and 3-angle headrest. |
| Move it between rooms with two people. | 153 lb, against 197.3 lb on the full studio frame. |
| Add F2 accessories later without replacing the frame. | Four F2 System ports built in. |
Who Buys the BASI Compact Reformer
- First-time BASI buyers. The entry point into the brand, without dropping to a consumer machine.
- Home practitioners. Serious daily practice in a spare room or a converted space.
- Small studios. One or two more machines on a floor plan that will not take full frames.
- Instructors teaching off-site. Light enough to move between rooms with two people.
- Multi-unit buyers. Call 866-861-6317 for studio pricing and freight consolidation.
BEFORE YOU ORDER
The frame ships with the risers, foot platform, 5 springs and the full handle and strap set. There is no tower and no upgrade path to one. Assembly is required. Confirm 91.9" of length plus walking clearance at both ends.
Compact or Full-Size
The Compact keeps the BASI feel in a smaller frame. What you trade is track length, carriage width, the EPS pulley, the 3-level gear bar and the tower upgrade path. Spring count is identical. If the room allows, the full BASI Systems Reformer is the better long-term buy and we will say so on the phone. Buy the Compact when floor space is the hard constraint, or when you want a genuine BASI reformer at the entry price. Side-by-side figures are in the Comparisons tab.
Also Consider
- BASI Systems Reformer. The full studio frame, longer track, wider carriage, EPS pulleys.
- BASI Compact Reformer with Tower. The same compact frame with a full vertical tower.
- BASI Reformer with Tower. Full-size frame with tower spring work.
Why This Is the One to Buy
Buying a consumer reformer for a small room usually means buying twice: once now, once in two years when the springs feel wrong and the carriage rattles. This frame is the same beech, the same track and the same spring range the studios use. You are not buying a starter machine you will apologise for. You are buying the real thing in the size your room allows.
Not sure whether the compact or the full frame fits? Call 866-861-6317, 9am to 6pm EST, Monday to Friday, with your room dimensions and we will tell you straight.
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BASI Compact Reformer: A Real BASI Frame at the Entry Price
The same five-spring resistance system as the studio reformer, in a frame 14 inches shorter. The BASI Systems Compact Reformer is a beech-frame Pilates reformer for home practitioners with limited floor space and small studios fitting more machines into a tight room. The frame is 81.5" long, 23.6" wide and 12.8" high at 153 lb, and it runs 3 red, 1 yellow and 1 blue spring on a VPS riser pulley, with a 4-angle footbar and 3-angle headrest. It is the entry point into BASI equipment, and it is a real BASI apparatus rather than a lightweight home substitute.
✓ RecovAthlete is an authorized dealer for BASI Systems. All orders include factory warranty and direct manufacturer support.
The Promise
The usual choice for a small room is a consumer reformer you outgrow inside a year, or nothing. This frame is neither. It keeps the beech construction, the aircraft-grade aluminum track and the full BASI spring range, and gives up length rather than build quality. What you buy is carriage feel that matches the studio machine, in a footprint under 8 feet long.
IMPORTANT: THIS FRAME DOES NOT UPGRADE TO A TOWER
The Compact Reformer is carriage only, and it does not convert to a Reformer with Tower or a Cadillac. The four F2 ports accept F2 accessories, but a tower is not a retrofit. If you think you will want push-through and roll-down bar work later, buy the Compact Reformer with Tower now, because adding it later means buying a second frame.
Why Buy This From RecovAthlete
You can find a cheaper reformer. You cannot buy this one cheaper, because BASI sets the price and every authorized dealer holds it. What changes is what comes with the transaction.
- We measure your room against both frames before you order, and tell you if the full-size reformer fits after all. It is the better long-term buy when the space allows.
- We ask whether you will want tower work later, because this frame cannot be upgraded to it. Made to order, non-returnable.
- Authorized dealer, so the factory warranty is valid and BASI supports the unit directly. Grey-market frames often are not covered.
- White glove delivery is available as a paid add-on. The crew brings it into the room of your choice and removes the packaging, instead of leaving 153 lb at the curb.
- Financing through Affirm, Brickhouse Capital, Reliant Capital and Acorn Finance. Multi-unit studio pricing on 866-861-6317.
The specs back that up. Five springs (3 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue) give the same resistance range as the full reformer, with nothing to add on. The VPS riser lets pulleys move to any height along the riser, so rope height is set to the client. The footbar sets to four angles and the headrest to three, covering flat footwork through standing work with neck support across positions. The frame is solid beech on an aircraft-grade aluminum track, with a 23.6" by 25.6" carriage under orthopedic padded cushion and anti-slip antibacterial hospital-grade vinyl that wipes down between clients.
Assembly is required and takes two people. No power is needed. With the riser and footbar fitted the reformer occupies 91.9" by 25.2" and stands 28.9", which is under 8 feet of length and needs no special ceiling height. At 153 lb it is light enough to move between rooms with two people, unlike the 197 lb studio frame. Four F2 System ports are built in. Springs are wear parts, replaced every 2 years or 3,000 hours of use, whichever comes first.
Best For
- Home practitioners with limited floor space who still want a BASI frame
- Small studios fitting more reformers into a tight room
- Beginners buying their first serious reformer, not a consumer machine
- Instructors who want the BASI carriage feel without the full studio footprint
- Rooms with no space for the full 95.3" frame
Not Ideal For
- Buyers who want tower or Cadillac work now or later. This frame does not upgrade
- Studios standardising on the EPS pulley. The Compact uses the simpler VPS riser
- Buyers who want the 3-level gear bar. The Compact runs a fixed 5-spring system
- Anyone with room for a full frame. The full BASI Reformer has a longer track and a wider carriage
Benefits and Features
| What you get | The feature behind it |
|---|---|
| Carriage feel that matches the studio machine, not an entry-level one. | The same 5-spring system as the full reformer: 3 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue. |
| A serious reformer in a room under 8 feet long. | 81.5" beech frame, occupying 91.9" by 25.2" with the riser and footbar fitted. |
| Set rope height to the client instead of working around a fixed riser. | VPS riser pulley, adjustable along the full height of the riser. |
| Run flat footwork through standing work without swapping hardware. | 4-angle footbar and 3-angle headrest. |
| Move it between rooms with two people. | 153 lb, against 197.3 lb on the full studio frame. |
| Add F2 accessories later without replacing the frame. | Four F2 System ports built in. |
Who Buys the BASI Compact Reformer
- First-time BASI buyers. The entry point into the brand, without dropping to a consumer machine.
- Home practitioners. Serious daily practice in a spare room or a converted space.
- Small studios. One or two more machines on a floor plan that will not take full frames.
- Instructors teaching off-site. Light enough to move between rooms with two people.
- Multi-unit buyers. Call 866-861-6317 for studio pricing and freight consolidation.
BEFORE YOU ORDER
The frame ships with the risers, foot platform, 5 springs and the full handle and strap set. There is no tower and no upgrade path to one. Assembly is required. Confirm 91.9" of length plus walking clearance at both ends.
Compact or Full-Size
The Compact keeps the BASI feel in a smaller frame. What you trade is track length, carriage width, the EPS pulley, the 3-level gear bar and the tower upgrade path. Spring count is identical. If the room allows, the full BASI Systems Reformer is the better long-term buy and we will say so on the phone. Buy the Compact when floor space is the hard constraint, or when you want a genuine BASI reformer at the entry price. Side-by-side figures are in the Comparisons tab.
Also Consider
- BASI Systems Reformer. The full studio frame, longer track, wider carriage, EPS pulleys.
- BASI Compact Reformer with Tower. The same compact frame with a full vertical tower.
- BASI Reformer with Tower. Full-size frame with tower spring work.
Why This Is the One to Buy
Buying a consumer reformer for a small room usually means buying twice: once now, once in two years when the springs feel wrong and the carriage rattles. This frame is the same beech, the same track and the same spring range the studios use. You are not buying a starter machine you will apologise for. You are buying the real thing in the size your room allows.
Not sure whether the compact or the full frame fits? Call 866-861-6317, 9am to 6pm EST, Monday to Friday, with your room dimensions and we will tell you straight.
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BASI Compact Reformer: A Real BASI Frame at the Entry Price
The same five-spring resistance system as the studio reformer, in a frame 14 inches shorter. The BASI Systems Compact Reformer is a beech-frame Pilates reformer for home practitioners with limited floor space and small studios fitting more machines into a tight room. The frame is 81.5" long, 23.6" wide and 12.8" high at 153 lb, and it runs 3 red, 1 yellow and 1 blue spring on a VPS riser pulley, with a 4-angle footbar and 3-angle headrest. It is the entry point into BASI equipment, and it is a real BASI apparatus rather than a lightweight home substitute.
✓ RecovAthlete is an authorized dealer for BASI Systems. All orders include factory warranty and direct manufacturer support.
The Promise
The usual choice for a small room is a consumer reformer you outgrow inside a year, or nothing. This frame is neither. It keeps the beech construction, the aircraft-grade aluminum track and the full BASI spring range, and gives up length rather than build quality. What you buy is carriage feel that matches the studio machine, in a footprint under 8 feet long.
IMPORTANT: THIS FRAME DOES NOT UPGRADE TO A TOWER
The Compact Reformer is carriage only, and it does not convert to a Reformer with Tower or a Cadillac. The four F2 ports accept F2 accessories, but a tower is not a retrofit. If you think you will want push-through and roll-down bar work later, buy the Compact Reformer with Tower now, because adding it later means buying a second frame.
Why Buy This From RecovAthlete
You can find a cheaper reformer. You cannot buy this one cheaper, because BASI sets the price and every authorized dealer holds it. What changes is what comes with the transaction.
- We measure your room against both frames before you order, and tell you if the full-size reformer fits after all. It is the better long-term buy when the space allows.
- We ask whether you will want tower work later, because this frame cannot be upgraded to it. Made to order, non-returnable.
- Authorized dealer, so the factory warranty is valid and BASI supports the unit directly. Grey-market frames often are not covered.
- White glove delivery is available as a paid add-on. The crew brings it into the room of your choice and removes the packaging, instead of leaving 153 lb at the curb.
- Financing through Affirm, Brickhouse Capital, Reliant Capital and Acorn Finance. Multi-unit studio pricing on 866-861-6317.
The specs back that up. Five springs (3 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue) give the same resistance range as the full reformer, with nothing to add on. The VPS riser lets pulleys move to any height along the riser, so rope height is set to the client. The footbar sets to four angles and the headrest to three, covering flat footwork through standing work with neck support across positions. The frame is solid beech on an aircraft-grade aluminum track, with a 23.6" by 25.6" carriage under orthopedic padded cushion and anti-slip antibacterial hospital-grade vinyl that wipes down between clients.
Assembly is required and takes two people. No power is needed. With the riser and footbar fitted the reformer occupies 91.9" by 25.2" and stands 28.9", which is under 8 feet of length and needs no special ceiling height. At 153 lb it is light enough to move between rooms with two people, unlike the 197 lb studio frame. Four F2 System ports are built in. Springs are wear parts, replaced every 2 years or 3,000 hours of use, whichever comes first.
Best For
- Home practitioners with limited floor space who still want a BASI frame
- Small studios fitting more reformers into a tight room
- Beginners buying their first serious reformer, not a consumer machine
- Instructors who want the BASI carriage feel without the full studio footprint
- Rooms with no space for the full 95.3" frame
Not Ideal For
- Buyers who want tower or Cadillac work now or later. This frame does not upgrade
- Studios standardising on the EPS pulley. The Compact uses the simpler VPS riser
- Buyers who want the 3-level gear bar. The Compact runs a fixed 5-spring system
- Anyone with room for a full frame. The full BASI Reformer has a longer track and a wider carriage
Benefits and Features
| What you get | The feature behind it |
|---|---|
| Carriage feel that matches the studio machine, not an entry-level one. | The same 5-spring system as the full reformer: 3 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue. |
| A serious reformer in a room under 8 feet long. | 81.5" beech frame, occupying 91.9" by 25.2" with the riser and footbar fitted. |
| Set rope height to the client instead of working around a fixed riser. | VPS riser pulley, adjustable along the full height of the riser. |
| Run flat footwork through standing work without swapping hardware. | 4-angle footbar and 3-angle headrest. |
| Move it between rooms with two people. | 153 lb, against 197.3 lb on the full studio frame. |
| Add F2 accessories later without replacing the frame. | Four F2 System ports built in. |
Who Buys the BASI Compact Reformer
- First-time BASI buyers. The entry point into the brand, without dropping to a consumer machine.
- Home practitioners. Serious daily practice in a spare room or a converted space.
- Small studios. One or two more machines on a floor plan that will not take full frames.
- Instructors teaching off-site. Light enough to move between rooms with two people.
- Multi-unit buyers. Call 866-861-6317 for studio pricing and freight consolidation.
BEFORE YOU ORDER
The frame ships with the risers, foot platform, 5 springs and the full handle and strap set. There is no tower and no upgrade path to one. Assembly is required. Confirm 91.9" of length plus walking clearance at both ends.
Compact or Full-Size
The Compact keeps the BASI feel in a smaller frame. What you trade is track length, carriage width, the EPS pulley, the 3-level gear bar and the tower upgrade path. Spring count is identical. If the room allows, the full BASI Systems Reformer is the better long-term buy and we will say so on the phone. Buy the Compact when floor space is the hard constraint, or when you want a genuine BASI reformer at the entry price. Side-by-side figures are in the Comparisons tab.
Also Consider
- BASI Systems Reformer. The full studio frame, longer track, wider carriage, EPS pulleys.
- BASI Compact Reformer with Tower. The same compact frame with a full vertical tower.
- BASI Reformer with Tower. Full-size frame with tower spring work.
Why This Is the One to Buy
Buying a consumer reformer for a small room usually means buying twice: once now, once in two years when the springs feel wrong and the carriage rattles. This frame is the same beech, the same track and the same spring range the studios use. You are not buying a starter machine you will apologise for. You are buying the real thing in the size your room allows.
Not sure whether the compact or the full frame fits? Call 866-861-6317, 9am to 6pm EST, Monday to Friday, with your room dimensions and we will tell you straight.
Financing for Recovery and Fitness Equipment
Buying for yourself, spread the cost through Affirm at checkout. Buying for a gym, clinic, spa, or studio, apply with one of four business lenders and put the whole room on a single application.
RecovAthlete has no control over any financing decision. Approval is based on your creditworthiness and is solely the lender's decision.
Personal purchase
Affirm at checkout. Rates run 0% to 36% APR based on your credit profile. Soft check to prequalify, so no impact on your score. No prepayment penalty.
Business purchase
Brickhouse Capital, Reliant Capital, Acorn Finance, or KWIPPED. Apply with two of the four and compare. Financed equipment can qualify for a Section 179 deduction. Confirm with your accountant.
Financing by Equipment Category
Every page below has real prices, real monthly payment examples, and the lender comparison for that category. Pick the one you are buying.
Hyperbaric Chamber Financing
Soft-shell and hard-shell HBOT chambers. Session-volume payback math for clinics.
Sauna Financing
Infrared, traditional, barrel, and commercial saunas.
Cold Plunge Financing
Home tubs through commercial chillers and Medical Frozen units.
Red Light Therapy Financing
Panels, pods, and full-body beds for home and clinic.
PEMF Therapy Financing
PEMF mats, systems, and practitioner devices.
Vibration Plate Financing
Whole body vibration platforms for home, studio, and clinic.
Gym Equipment Financing
Home gyms through full commercial strength floors. Finance the floor, not the machine.
Treadmill Financing
Walking pads, commercial belts, and self-powered curved decks.
Commercial Recovery Equipment Financing
Building a recovery room? One quote, one purchase order, one application.
Building a Recovery Room?
Most business buyers are not buying one machine. They are building a room. Sauna, cold plunge, red light, vibration, hyperbaric, cryotherapy, and halotherapy all finance on the same paper through the same four lenders, and RecovAthlete quotes every category on one purchase order.
That means one freight schedule, one install window, and one financing application instead of six. It also gets you a better rate, because a bigger number on one application beats six small ones with six hard inquiries.
See commercial recovery equipment financing, or call 866-861-6317 and we will price the room.
Which Lender Should You Apply With?
| Lender | Type | Amount | Speed | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Affirm | Consumer, at checkout | Order total | Seconds | Personal purchases. 0% to 36% APR based on credit. Soft check to prequalify. |
| Brickhouse Capital | Direct equipment lender | Up to $250K on a one-page application, $1M+ with financials | ~24 hours | A full room or a full floor. Credit decisions made in-house. Tied to the business, not your personal credit report. |
| Reliant Capital | Lender and broker | Up to $500K application-only, $5M with financials | 2 to 4 hours | Medical, aesthetic, and wellness. Deferred payment options. New or used equipment. |
| Acorn Finance | Lending marketplace | $1,000 to $100,000 | 60 seconds to prequalify | Comparing offers. One application goes to 30 or more lenders with no impact to your score. |
| KWIPPED (APPROVE) | Lender marketplace | Minimum $1,500 equipment value | 60-second application | Larger commercial orders. Lenders compete, which usually returns the best APR. Businesses only. |
Apply with two of the four and compare. It costs nothing and the spread between offers is often significant.
Apply now
Apply with Brickhouse Capital
Apply with Reliant Capital
Check your offers with Acorn Finance
For KWIPPED, call 866-861-6317 or email info@recovathlete.com and we will build the application around your order.
Financing Questions
What are Affirm's rates?
Pay in 4 splits the purchase into four interest-free payments charged every two weeks. Monthly installments spread the cost over a longer term, with rates from 0% to 36% APR depending on your credit profile. You see the exact terms before you agree to anything. No origination fees, no prepayment penalty, no late fees.
Will applying hurt my credit score?
Prequalification does not. Affirm and Acorn Finance both run a soft check to show you offers, which has no impact on your score. Proceeding with a monthly installment plan or a business loan may involve a hard inquiry. That is why it pays to prequalify with more than one lender first and only proceed with the best offer.
Can I finance equipment for a business?
Yes, and for most business buyers it is the better route. Brickhouse funds up to $250,000 on a one-page application with no financial statements. Reliant approves in 2 to 4 hours. Business financing is usually tied to the business rather than your personal credit report, and financed equipment can qualify for a Section 179 deduction. Confirm the tax position with your accountant.
Should I finance each machine separately?
No. This is the most common and most expensive mistake. Separate applications mean separate hard inquiries, separate payments, and a worse rate on each, because every individual ticket is small. Get one quote from RecovAthlete covering everything you are buying, including freight, and put that single number on one application.
Does Section 179 apply to financed equipment?
Financed equipment can qualify. Section 179 lets US businesses deduct the cost of qualifying equipment in the year it is placed in service, and financing the purchase does not by itself disqualify it. The equipment must be in service, not merely ordered, within the tax year. Annual limits and eligibility rules are set by the IRS and change year to year, so consult your accountant.
Can freight and installation be financed?
Freight, yes. On Affirm it is part of the order total at checkout. On business financing, put freight on the RecovAthlete quote and the whole quote amount goes on the application. Installation and room construction are harder, because some equipment lenders will not fund non-equipment costs. Ask the lender before you sign.
Can I pay off early?
Yes. Affirm charges no prepayment penalties. Acorn Finance and most business lenders also allow early payoff without penalty.
Not sure which option fits?
Tell us what you are buying and whether it is personal or for a business. We will point you at the right two lenders and quote freight and install as one number, which is also the number that goes on the application.
Call 866-861-6317 Book a 30 minute callBASI Compact Reformer: A Real BASI Frame at the Entry Price
The same five-spring resistance system as the studio reformer, in a frame 14 inches shorter. The BASI Systems Compact Reformer is a beech-frame Pilates reformer for home practitioners with limited floor space and small studios fitting more machines into a tight room. The frame is 81.5" long, 23.6" wide and 12.8" high at 153 lb, and it runs 3 red, 1 yellow and 1 blue spring on a VPS riser pulley, with a 4-angle footbar and 3-angle headrest. It is the entry point into BASI equipment, and it is a real BASI apparatus rather than a lightweight home substitute.
✓ RecovAthlete is an authorized dealer for BASI Systems. All orders include factory warranty and direct manufacturer support.
The Promise
The usual choice for a small room is a consumer reformer you outgrow inside a year, or nothing. This frame is neither. It keeps the beech construction, the aircraft-grade aluminum track and the full BASI spring range, and gives up length rather than build quality. What you buy is carriage feel that matches the studio machine, in a footprint under 8 feet long.
IMPORTANT: THIS FRAME DOES NOT UPGRADE TO A TOWER
The Compact Reformer is carriage only, and it does not convert to a Reformer with Tower or a Cadillac. The four F2 ports accept F2 accessories, but a tower is not a retrofit. If you think you will want push-through and roll-down bar work later, buy the Compact Reformer with Tower now, because adding it later means buying a second frame.
Why Buy This From RecovAthlete
You can find a cheaper reformer. You cannot buy this one cheaper, because BASI sets the price and every authorized dealer holds it. What changes is what comes with the transaction.
- We measure your room against both frames before you order, and tell you if the full-size reformer fits after all. It is the better long-term buy when the space allows.
- We ask whether you will want tower work later, because this frame cannot be upgraded to it. Made to order, non-returnable.
- Authorized dealer, so the factory warranty is valid and BASI supports the unit directly. Grey-market frames often are not covered.
- White glove delivery is available as a paid add-on. The crew brings it into the room of your choice and removes the packaging, instead of leaving 153 lb at the curb.
- Financing through Affirm, Brickhouse Capital, Reliant Capital and Acorn Finance. Multi-unit studio pricing on 866-861-6317.
The specs back that up. Five springs (3 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue) give the same resistance range as the full reformer, with nothing to add on. The VPS riser lets pulleys move to any height along the riser, so rope height is set to the client. The footbar sets to four angles and the headrest to three, covering flat footwork through standing work with neck support across positions. The frame is solid beech on an aircraft-grade aluminum track, with a 23.6" by 25.6" carriage under orthopedic padded cushion and anti-slip antibacterial hospital-grade vinyl that wipes down between clients.
Assembly is required and takes two people. No power is needed. With the riser and footbar fitted the reformer occupies 91.9" by 25.2" and stands 28.9", which is under 8 feet of length and needs no special ceiling height. At 153 lb it is light enough to move between rooms with two people, unlike the 197 lb studio frame. Four F2 System ports are built in. Springs are wear parts, replaced every 2 years or 3,000 hours of use, whichever comes first.
Best For
- Home practitioners with limited floor space who still want a BASI frame
- Small studios fitting more reformers into a tight room
- Beginners buying their first serious reformer, not a consumer machine
- Instructors who want the BASI carriage feel without the full studio footprint
- Rooms with no space for the full 95.3" frame
Not Ideal For
- Buyers who want tower or Cadillac work now or later. This frame does not upgrade
- Studios standardising on the EPS pulley. The Compact uses the simpler VPS riser
- Buyers who want the 3-level gear bar. The Compact runs a fixed 5-spring system
- Anyone with room for a full frame. The full BASI Reformer has a longer track and a wider carriage
Benefits and Features
| What you get | The feature behind it |
|---|---|
| Carriage feel that matches the studio machine, not an entry-level one. | The same 5-spring system as the full reformer: 3 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue. |
| A serious reformer in a room under 8 feet long. | 81.5" beech frame, occupying 91.9" by 25.2" with the riser and footbar fitted. |
| Set rope height to the client instead of working around a fixed riser. | VPS riser pulley, adjustable along the full height of the riser. |
| Run flat footwork through standing work without swapping hardware. | 4-angle footbar and 3-angle headrest. |
| Move it between rooms with two people. | 153 lb, against 197.3 lb on the full studio frame. |
| Add F2 accessories later without replacing the frame. | Four F2 System ports built in. |
Who Buys the BASI Compact Reformer
- First-time BASI buyers. The entry point into the brand, without dropping to a consumer machine.
- Home practitioners. Serious daily practice in a spare room or a converted space.
- Small studios. One or two more machines on a floor plan that will not take full frames.
- Instructors teaching off-site. Light enough to move between rooms with two people.
- Multi-unit buyers. Call 866-861-6317 for studio pricing and freight consolidation.
BEFORE YOU ORDER
The frame ships with the risers, foot platform, 5 springs and the full handle and strap set. There is no tower and no upgrade path to one. Assembly is required. Confirm 91.9" of length plus walking clearance at both ends.
Compact or Full-Size
The Compact keeps the BASI feel in a smaller frame. What you trade is track length, carriage width, the EPS pulley, the 3-level gear bar and the tower upgrade path. Spring count is identical. If the room allows, the full BASI Systems Reformer is the better long-term buy and we will say so on the phone. Buy the Compact when floor space is the hard constraint, or when you want a genuine BASI reformer at the entry price. Side-by-side figures are in the Comparisons tab.
Also Consider
- BASI Systems Reformer. The full studio frame, longer track, wider carriage, EPS pulleys.
- BASI Compact Reformer with Tower. The same compact frame with a full vertical tower.
- BASI Reformer with Tower. Full-size frame with tower spring work.
Why This Is the One to Buy
Buying a consumer reformer for a small room usually means buying twice: once now, once in two years when the springs feel wrong and the carriage rattles. This frame is the same beech, the same track and the same spring range the studios use. You are not buying a starter machine you will apologise for. You are buying the real thing in the size your room allows.
Not sure whether the compact or the full frame fits? Call 866-861-6317, 9am to 6pm EST, Monday to Friday, with your room dimensions and we will tell you straight.
BASI Systems Returns and Warranty
Most BASI equipment is made to order and non-returnable, but all of it is covered by a limited manufacturer warranty. To start any claim or return, call RecovAthlete at 866-861-6317 and we will open it with BASI for you.
IMPORTANT: THREE DEADLINES
5 business days to report delivery damage, and it must be noted on the Proof of Delivery before you sign.
30 days from the invoice date to request an RA number.
30 days from the RA date for the item to reach BASI.
Warranty Period
Starts on the invoice date. Repaired or replaced parts carry the remainder of the original term, not a new one.
| Period | Parts Covered |
|---|---|
| 10 years | Main wooden frames and structural wood components |
| 2 years | Steel and aluminum components, F2 systems, springs, plastic parts, fasteners |
| 1 year | Elastomer coated parts (footbar, handbar, pedals, stoppers, handles, wheels) |
| 90 days | Pilates mat, upholstered parts, fabric accessories |
What Is Covered
A defect is repaired, replaced, or refunded at BASI's discretion when all of these are true:
- The fault is a manufacturing or material defect.
- Safety, usage, and maintenance guidelines were followed.
- The claim falls inside the warranty period.
- You are the original purchaser with proof of purchase. The warranty is not transferable.
NOT COVERED
- Wear and tear, scratches, tears, fabric stains.
- Misuse, modification, transport damage, unauthorized repair.
- Any use other than Pilates exercise.
- Continued use of an already damaged part.
- Oils, chemicals, bleach, industrial fallout, sap, sand, mud, salt.
- Water submersion, flooding, fire, direct sunlight or heat.
- Resale by the customer.
IMPORTANT: SPRINGS
Replace springs every 2 years or 3,000 hours of use, whichever comes first. Skipping this may void your warranty. Replacement springs are available through us.
Damaged on Delivery
- Inspect every box before the driver leaves.
- Write any damage or missing boxes on the Proof of Delivery, then sign.
- Photograph the packaging and the damage.
- Call 866-861-6317 within 5 business days.
If it is not on the Proof of Delivery, BASI accepts no liability. A clean signature closes the claim before it starts.
How Returns Work
Every return needs a Return Authorization number. Nothing is accepted without one.
- Call 866-861-6317 within 30 days of your invoice date.
- We request the RA number from BASI for you.
- Repack in the original packaging, new-like condition, with a copy of the invoice inside.
- Ship so it reaches BASI within 30 days of the RA date.
Bought from another reseller? Contact that retailer instead. After inspection, BASI may exchange the item, issue credit, or refund, at its option.
| Charge | Who Pays |
|---|---|
| Restocking fee | You, 20% of item value |
| Original outbound shipping | You, not refundable |
| Return shipping | You. Insure it and use a carrier with proof of delivery, since you carry the risk of loss. |
| Return sent without an RA | You. Not processed, all charges fall to the sender. |
Non-Returnable Products
NO REFUNDS ON THESE
Custom orders. Any custom upholstery, size, material, or configuration.
Reformers. Reformer, Reformer with Tower, Reformer Combo.
Towers and trapeze. Cadillac, Wall Tower, Wall Unit.
Chairs and barrels. Wunda Chair, Arm Chair Barrel Set, Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, Spine Corrector with F2 System.
Upgrades. F2 System, F2 System with Accessory Package, Tower Only, Trapeze Only.
Options and other equipment. Ped-A-Pull, Ped-A-Pull without Stool, Raised Mat, Jump Board, Jump Board for Reformer Combo, Arc, Cushion Block.
Non-equipment. Springs, mat conversions.
These are still warranty-covered. Non-returnable means no change of mind, not no support. Since most BASI equipment is on this list, call us before you order if you are unsure about size or fit.
Defective Equipment
Defective products must be returned to the BASI facility for inspection before repair or replacement. BASI equipment is made by hand, so slight blemishes and minor imperfections are expected and are not defects.
Limited Warranty Terms
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
WE WARRANT THAT DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PRODUCT WILL BE FREE FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP. OUR RESPONSIBILITY FOR DEFECTIVE GOODS IS LIMITED TO REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND AS DESCRIBED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, ORAL, WRITTEN, STATUTORY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES CONTAINED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW DISCLAIMERS OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THIS DISCLAIMER MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. TO THE EXTENT SUCH WARRANTIES CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED UNDER THE LAWS OF YOUR JURISDICTION, WE LIMIT THE DURATION AND REMEDIES OF SUCH WARRANTIES TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND SUPERSEDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BASI SYSTEMS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES.
Start a claim: call 866-861-6317, 9am to 6pm EST, Monday to Friday, or message us. Have your invoice number and photos ready.
BASI Compact Reformer: A Real BASI Frame at the Entry Price
The same five-spring resistance system as the studio reformer, in a frame 14 inches shorter. The BASI Systems Compact Reformer is a beech-frame Pilates reformer for home practitioners with limited floor space and small studios fitting more machines into a tight room. The frame is 81.5" long, 23.6" wide and 12.8" high at 153 lb, and it runs 3 red, 1 yellow and 1 blue spring on a VPS riser pulley, with a 4-angle footbar and 3-angle headrest. It is the entry point into BASI equipment, and it is a real BASI apparatus rather than a lightweight home substitute.
✓ RecovAthlete is an authorized dealer for BASI Systems. All orders include factory warranty and direct manufacturer support.
The Promise
The usual choice for a small room is a consumer reformer you outgrow inside a year, or nothing. This frame is neither. It keeps the beech construction, the aircraft-grade aluminum track and the full BASI spring range, and gives up length rather than build quality. What you buy is carriage feel that matches the studio machine, in a footprint under 8 feet long.
IMPORTANT: THIS FRAME DOES NOT UPGRADE TO A TOWER
The Compact Reformer is carriage only, and it does not convert to a Reformer with Tower or a Cadillac. The four F2 ports accept F2 accessories, but a tower is not a retrofit. If you think you will want push-through and roll-down bar work later, buy the Compact Reformer with Tower now, because adding it later means buying a second frame.
Why Buy This From RecovAthlete
You can find a cheaper reformer. You cannot buy this one cheaper, because BASI sets the price and every authorized dealer holds it. What changes is what comes with the transaction.
- We measure your room against both frames before you order, and tell you if the full-size reformer fits after all. It is the better long-term buy when the space allows.
- We ask whether you will want tower work later, because this frame cannot be upgraded to it. Made to order, non-returnable.
- Authorized dealer, so the factory warranty is valid and BASI supports the unit directly. Grey-market frames often are not covered.
- White glove delivery is available as a paid add-on. The crew brings it into the room of your choice and removes the packaging, instead of leaving 153 lb at the curb.
- Financing through Affirm, Brickhouse Capital, Reliant Capital and Acorn Finance. Multi-unit studio pricing on 866-861-6317.
The specs back that up. Five springs (3 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue) give the same resistance range as the full reformer, with nothing to add on. The VPS riser lets pulleys move to any height along the riser, so rope height is set to the client. The footbar sets to four angles and the headrest to three, covering flat footwork through standing work with neck support across positions. The frame is solid beech on an aircraft-grade aluminum track, with a 23.6" by 25.6" carriage under orthopedic padded cushion and anti-slip antibacterial hospital-grade vinyl that wipes down between clients.
Assembly is required and takes two people. No power is needed. With the riser and footbar fitted the reformer occupies 91.9" by 25.2" and stands 28.9", which is under 8 feet of length and needs no special ceiling height. At 153 lb it is light enough to move between rooms with two people, unlike the 197 lb studio frame. Four F2 System ports are built in. Springs are wear parts, replaced every 2 years or 3,000 hours of use, whichever comes first.
Best For
- Home practitioners with limited floor space who still want a BASI frame
- Small studios fitting more reformers into a tight room
- Beginners buying their first serious reformer, not a consumer machine
- Instructors who want the BASI carriage feel without the full studio footprint
- Rooms with no space for the full 95.3" frame
Not Ideal For
- Buyers who want tower or Cadillac work now or later. This frame does not upgrade
- Studios standardising on the EPS pulley. The Compact uses the simpler VPS riser
- Buyers who want the 3-level gear bar. The Compact runs a fixed 5-spring system
- Anyone with room for a full frame. The full BASI Reformer has a longer track and a wider carriage
Benefits and Features
| What you get | The feature behind it |
|---|---|
| Carriage feel that matches the studio machine, not an entry-level one. | The same 5-spring system as the full reformer: 3 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue. |
| A serious reformer in a room under 8 feet long. | 81.5" beech frame, occupying 91.9" by 25.2" with the riser and footbar fitted. |
| Set rope height to the client instead of working around a fixed riser. | VPS riser pulley, adjustable along the full height of the riser. |
| Run flat footwork through standing work without swapping hardware. | 4-angle footbar and 3-angle headrest. |
| Move it between rooms with two people. | 153 lb, against 197.3 lb on the full studio frame. |
| Add F2 accessories later without replacing the frame. | Four F2 System ports built in. |
Who Buys the BASI Compact Reformer
- First-time BASI buyers. The entry point into the brand, without dropping to a consumer machine.
- Home practitioners. Serious daily practice in a spare room or a converted space.
- Small studios. One or two more machines on a floor plan that will not take full frames.
- Instructors teaching off-site. Light enough to move between rooms with two people.
- Multi-unit buyers. Call 866-861-6317 for studio pricing and freight consolidation.
BEFORE YOU ORDER
The frame ships with the risers, foot platform, 5 springs and the full handle and strap set. There is no tower and no upgrade path to one. Assembly is required. Confirm 91.9" of length plus walking clearance at both ends.
Compact or Full-Size
The Compact keeps the BASI feel in a smaller frame. What you trade is track length, carriage width, the EPS pulley, the 3-level gear bar and the tower upgrade path. Spring count is identical. If the room allows, the full BASI Systems Reformer is the better long-term buy and we will say so on the phone. Buy the Compact when floor space is the hard constraint, or when you want a genuine BASI reformer at the entry price. Side-by-side figures are in the Comparisons tab.
Also Consider
- BASI Systems Reformer. The full studio frame, longer track, wider carriage, EPS pulleys.
- BASI Compact Reformer with Tower. The same compact frame with a full vertical tower.
- BASI Reformer with Tower. Full-size frame with tower spring work.
Why This Is the One to Buy
Buying a consumer reformer for a small room usually means buying twice: once now, once in two years when the springs feel wrong and the carriage rattles. This frame is the same beech, the same track and the same spring range the studios use. You are not buying a starter machine you will apologise for. You are buying the real thing in the size your room allows.
Not sure whether the compact or the full frame fits? Call 866-861-6317, 9am to 6pm EST, Monday to Friday, with your room dimensions and we will tell you straight.
BASI Systems Pilates Equipment Warranty
Introduction
BASI Systems Pilates equipment is crafted with professionalism to ensure your complete satisfaction. We are committed to resolving any unlikely issues that may arise and are always here to support you.
Warranty Overview
We provide a limited warranty, which is our sole warranty, overriding all other warranties, whether expressed or implied. This warranty activates on the original purchase invoice date and adheres to the time limits specified herein. Repaired or replaced parts under this warranty will maintain the original warranty period.
Warranty Conditions
We assure our products will be free from material or workmanship defects during the warranty period. In case of a defect believed to be covered by this warranty, follow the proper return procedure. Defective parts conforming to warranty guidelines will be repaired, replaced, or refunded at BASI Systems' discretion, under these conditions:
- The issue is due to a manufacturing or materials defect.
- The part is used solely for its intended purpose, complying with safety, usage, and maintenance guidelines.
- The defect is not caused by wear and tear, fabric damage, misuse, unauthorized modifications, or non-compliance with instructions.
- The defect is not due to exposure to harmful chemicals, natural or chemical abrasives.
- The defect is not due to water submersion, indoor flooding, or fire damage.
- The part is owned by the original retail purchaser with proof of purchase. The warranty is non-transferable.
- The claim is within the warranty period.
Specific Warranty Periods
Ten Year Warranty
Includes frame and structural components for barrels (Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector), chairs (Wunda Chair, F2 Chair), wall system products (Wall Unit, Wall Tower, Ped-A-Pul), and Reformer gearbar and footbar mechanisms.
Two Year Warranty
Covers springs and mechanical components.
Ninety Day Warranty
Applicable to upholstered parts, ropes, straps, and loops. Excludes wear-and-tear, stains, indentations, scratches, or damage from harsh chemical cleansers. Equivalent fabric will be provided if identical fabric is unavailable.
Limitation of Liability
This is our exclusive warranty, voiding all other warranties, expressed or implied. BASI Systems is not liable for incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.
Legal Rights
This limited warranty provides specific legal rights, and you may have other rights varying from state to state.
Warranty Responsibility
Our responsibility for defective goods is limited to repair, replacement, or refund as detailed in this limited warranty.
Warranty Exclusivity
To the extent permitted by law, this warranty is exclusive and replaces all other warranties, oral, written, statutory, express, or implied. We disclaim all other warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Disclaimers may not apply in states disallowing implied warranty disclaimers.
Warranty Duration and Remedies
Where legally mandated, we limit the duration and remedies of implied warranties to the duration of this express limited warranty.
Warranty Eligibility
This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does not cover subsequent owners or transferees.
Warranty Scope
This warranty is effective from the original purchase invoice date and covers the periods specified. We may modify warranty availability, but not retroactively.
Warranty Compliance
Warranty coverage is conditional on compliance with terms, including following return procedures and warranty guidelines.
Exclusions
This warranty does not cover damage due to transportation, storage, improper use, failure to follow instructions, preventive maintenance neglect, modifications, unauthorized repair, normal wear and tear, or external factors like accidents or other uncontrollable events.
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