What ceiling height does a Tonal need?

Tonal asks for 7 ft 10 in of ceiling so its arms can fully extend, and says it can still work under a 7 ft ceiling.

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Short answer: Tonal 2 at $3,295 (Needs 7 ft to 7 ft 10 in) or Speediance Gym Monster 2 (Basic) at $2,579 (for lower ceilings). Prices checked Nov 14.

Needs 7 ft to 7 ft 10 inCheck price at Tonal
For lower ceilingsCheck price at Speediance

7 ft 10 in is ideal, 7 ft is the minimum. Tonal's installation page: "The ideal overhead height clearance is 7' 10" to allow Tonal's adjustable arms to fully extend. However, Tonal can still work with a ceiling height of 7'." (tonal.com/pages/installation, read November 14, 2026.)

Side view of a wall-mounted Tonal 2, 50.9 inches tall, with the 7 ft minimum and 7 ft 10 in ideal ceiling heights and the 7 ft floor area in front — Tonal's published heights drawn to scale. Tonal does not publish the mounting height above the floor; its installers set it, so the unit's position on the wall is only illustrative. Drawing: Rep Payback.

What else does the wall need?

Wood or metal studs 16 to 24 inches apart (Tonal mounts "similarly to TV mount brackets").
7 ft of unobstructed wall and a 7 x 7 ft floor area in front of it.
Continuous Wi-Fi and a grounded three-prong outlet within 6 feet, no extension cord.
Installation by Tonal, from $295 at checkout, "typically installed in 2-4 weeks".

What if your ceiling is under 7 ft?

Look at floor units. The Speediance Gym Monster 2 is 72.83 in tall (6 ft 0.8 in) and needs no wall; the Gym Pal lies flat. Rowers are 38 to 45 inches tall in use. Enter your room in the space check to see every machine that fits, or compare the two strength options on Speediance vs Tonal.

Needs 7 ft to 7 ft 10 in

Tonal 2

Wall unit 50.9 in tall, 5.5 in deep.

Type: Smart or home gym
Subscription: $59.95/mo, required (12-month commitment)
Max load or resistance: 250 lb
Size in use (L x W x H): 21.5 x 5.5 x 50.9 in
Machine weight: not published
Warranty: 2-year limited warranty

$3,295 ~~$4,295~~price checked Nov 14

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For lower ceilings

Speediance Gym Monster 2 (Basic)

72.83 in tall on its own base, no drilling.

Type: Smart or home gym
Subscription: $19.99/mo, optional
Max load or resistance: 220 lb
Size in use (L x W x H): 48.03 x 27.16 x 72.83 in
Machine weight: 171.96 lb
Warranty: 2 years (main unit)

$2,579 ~~$3,849~~price checked Nov 14

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Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum ceiling height for Tonal?

7 ft. Tonal's installation page says the ideal overhead clearance is 7 ft 10 in to let the arms fully extend, and that Tonal "can still work with a ceiling height of 7'".

How much floor space does Tonal need?

Tonal recommends a 7 x 7 ft floor area, 7 ft of unobstructed wall and a ceiling of at least 7 ft 10 in. The unit itself is 50.9 in tall, 21.5 in wide and 5.5 in deep.

What kind of wall does Tonal need?

Tonal mounts like a TV bracket and works with most wood and metal studs 16 to 24 inches apart. It needs reliable Wi-Fi and a grounded three-prong outlet within 6 feet, without an extension cord.