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The Vertical Frame makes ceiling height the first check on this reformer.
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The Merrithew V2 Max Plus Reformer is a V2 Max Pilates reformer with the Vertical Frame built on. Merrithew ranks it at the top of its reformer range. The frame adds bar, spring and pulley work to each session without adding floor space.
The frame stands 73.5 in (186.7 cm) tall, and the whole unit weighs 184.5 lb (83.7 kg). It holds one user up to 425 lb (193 kg).
Merrithew's walk-through of the Max Plus Vertical Frame: traveling pulleys, spring hooks and bars.
Who it's built for
When it's not the right fit
Check your ceiling first
Merrithew lists 84 in (213.4 cm) as the minimum ceiling to install the frame. Standing work with arms overhead needs 106.5 in (2.71 m) for a 5 ft 8 in user. The Before You Order tab covers room, route and assembly.
Get a fit check before you buy. Send us your ceiling height, room size and the narrowest point on the route in. Or book a 30-minute call for current lead time and delivery options.
Figures from Merrithew's V2 Max Plus product page and Reformer Owner's Manual. Ceiling for overhead standing work is based on a 5 ft 8 in user.
| Deciding factor | V2 Max Plus (this model) | V2 Max Reformer |
|---|---|---|
| Modes | Standard reformer, virtual Cadillac, multi-planar training tool | Standard reformer |
| Vertical Frame | Included, with traveling pulleys | Not included; Merrithew sells it as an upgrade |
| Raised mat | With the optional Mat Converter | With the optional Mat Converter |
| Frame springs | 8: push-thru, roll-down, arm, leg | None |
| Reformer springs | 5 (3 red, 1 blue, 1 white) | 5 (3 red, 1 blue, 1 white) |
| Overall size | 100.5 in x 29.25 in; frame 30.5 in wide | 100.5 in x 29.25 in |
| Height | 73.5 in frame | Reformer only, no overhead frame |
| Minimum ceiling | 84 in to install the frame | No frame to install |
| Carriage height | 17.25 in | 17.25 in |
| Weight | 184.5 lb | 145 lb |
| User capacity | 425 lb | 425 lb |
| Warranty | Same Merrithew terms | Same Merrithew terms |
| Pick it if | You want Cadillac-style and pulley work on one footprint | You need reformer work now and may add the frame later |
| Your situation | Best pick |
|---|---|
| Studio or home room with an 84 in ceiling or more, and you want bar and pulley work | V2 Max Plus (this model) |
| You want the Box, Mat Converter, Roll-Up Pole and Platform Extender in one order | V2 Max Plus Reformer Bundle. Merrithew lists it at $400 more, with over $1,150 in accessories |
| Clients need a higher carriage for easier mounts | Rehab V2 Max Plus Reformer |
| You teach full Cadillac work, including the trapeze | Cadillac Trapeze Table |
| You are fitting out a four-reformer studio | V2 Max Plus 4-Reformer Studio Package |
| Ceiling under 84 in, or reformers must stack | Not this model. Ask us about frame-free and stackable options |
Sold separately: Reformer Box with footstrap, Mat Converter, Maple Roll-Up Pole and Padded Platform Extender (all four come in the V2 Max Plus Reformer Bundle), Jumpboard for V2 Max frames, Cardio-Tramp Rebounder, gripper mats, and the spring service tools (two open-end wrenches, 1/2 in and 7/16 in, vice grips and a screwdriver).
Merrithew sells replacement springs, ropes and rollers by serial number. Send us the serial number and part name, and we will help you order.
Shipping, delivery, returns, and warranty details for Merrithew equipment bought through RecovAthlete. Have a question before ordering? Call 866-861-6317 (9am to 6pm EST, Monday to Friday) or email support@recovathlete.com and we'll confirm delivery options for your location.
Covered by the Merrithew Manufacturer Warranty
Every new Merrithew product bought through RecovAthlete carries the Merrithew limited warranty. Coverage starts on the invoice date of your original purchase.
Important
Inspect your order before signing. Write any damage to the outer box or skid on the carrier's waybill. Damage not noted on the waybill is not covered. If someone signs for you, they must be over 18 and know this rule. Do not open freight with a box cutter, since it can cut the upholstery. Report damage or missing items within 3 business days of receipt.
Merrithew and its carriers are not responsible for delays caused by carrier backlogs, customs or border clearance, bad weather, or natural disasters.
Non-Returnable Items
Custom, made-to-order, and built-to-order items cannot be returned. They are still covered by the Merrithew manufacturer warranty. Check the product page before ordering.
Merrithew warrants new equipment against defects in materials and workmanship. Coverage depends on the product and the part:
Maintenance and Warranty Terms
Change the springs on Reformers, Cadillacs, Chairs, Tower Trainers, Wall Units, and Spring Walls every 2 years. Skipping this may void the warranty.
The warranty is void if the manual's safety and maintenance steps are not followed. It is also void if the equipment is stored or used outdoors, used without climate and humidity control, misused, or modified without Merrithew's approval.
Coverage applies to the original buyer with proof of purchase. Claims must fall inside the part's warranty period. Repaired or replaced parts are covered for the rest of the original period. The warranty does not cover finish damage, shipping, customs fees, or the cost of installing replacement parts.
Note on Wood Parts
Merrithew wood parts use natural Baltic Birch. Color shifts, knots, mineral streaks, oval patches, and biscuits are normal. They do not affect strength and fall within Merrithew's quality standards, so they are not grounds for replacement.
Full warranty terms by product: view the Merrithew Warranty page. Shop the range: Merrithew Pilates equipment.
The V2 Max Plus is the V2 Max with the Max Plus Vertical Frame installed. Footprint, carriage height and the 425 lb capacity stay the same. The frame adds 39.5 lb, eight frame springs, a push-thru bar, a roll-down bar and traveling pulleys. The Comparison tab lays out both side by side.
The V2 Max Plus Reformer Bundle adds four accessories. They are a Reformer Box with footstrap, a Mat Converter, a Maple Roll-Up Pole and a Padded Platform Extender. The reformer itself is the same.
Yes. Merrithew sells the Vertical Frame and Mat Converter as an upgrade for the V2 Max Reformer. Ask us for the current upgrade parts if you want to start with the V2 Max.
Merrithew calls the V2 Max its standard reformer for studio and home use. At home, you need a room with at least an 84 in ceiling and space around the frame.
Yes, in the EU. It carries a CE mark as a Class I device under Regulation (EU) 2017/745. That label describes the equipment class, not a treatment result.
Pick one of six standard colors at checkout. Merrithew also makes 20+ custom colors, so ask us before you order if you want one.
At least 84 in (7 ft) to install the frame, and more for standing work with arms overhead. The Before You Order tab has both figures.
The reformer measures 100.5 in by 29.25 in, and the frame is 30.5 in wide. Merrithew asks for at least 2 ft of clear space on each side. See Before You Order for a full room plan.
No. Merrithew approves stacking for SPX Max reformers and upright storage for the SPX Max with Vertical Stand only. The V2 Max Plus stays in place and rolls on its easy-roll wheels when you reposition it.
Some assembly is required, and Merrithew says not to do it alone. You fit the carriage, gearbar, pulley posts, shoulder rests and ropes, then bolt the frame into its receptacles. Merrithew strongly advises two people for the carriage and the frame.
Red is 100% tension, blue is 50% and white is 25%. At full stretch, Merrithew rates them at 53, 36 and 26 lbf. The V2 Max Plus ships with three red, one blue and one white reformer spring.
Merrithew does not publish a user height range. The carriage is 38.5 in long, with four footbar heights, three headrest positions and six carriage stopper positions. Merrithew also offers a 6 in (15.2 cm) extension upgrade for tall or long-torso users. Send us client heights for a fit check.
No. The Jumpboard, Cardio-Tramp Rebounder, Reformer Box and Mat Converter are all sold separately. The Package tab lists what ships in the box.
Wipe the rails daily with a damp cloth and water only. Check bolts, spring clips and the frame's hex bolts weekly, and ropes and straps monthly. Replace spring clips every 12 months and all springs every 24 months.
Yes. Springs, ropes and rollers are all replaceable, and spring orders need the reformer's serial number. The Package tab explains how to order through us.
Lead time changes with stock and destination, so ask us for the current figure. Delivery options are in the Before You Order tab.
All four videos come from Merrithew. Watch the safety video before using the push-thru bar with springs from below.
Traveling pulleys, spring hooks, push-thru bar and roll-down bar. 2 min 34 s.
Safety chain, locking spring clips and spotting rules. 2 min 38 s.
Footbar, gearbar, headrest, springs and accessories on Merrithew's professional reformers. 12 min 48 s.
Setting rope length with the retractable rope system. 59 s.
These documents are hosted by Merrithew. The owner's manual covers the V2 Max Plus, its Vertical Frame, assembly, safety checks and spring care.
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.
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.
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.
Every page below has real prices, real monthly payment examples, and the lender comparison for that category. Pick the one you are buying.
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.
| 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Yes. Affirm charges no prepayment penalties. Acorn Finance and most business lenders also allow early payoff without penalty.
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.
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