The Allegro 2 reformer just got a new sibling: Balanced Body has launched the Allegro Nextgen Reformer, a refreshed version of the Allegro line that debuted 25 years ago. If you’re shopping for a reformer right now, it’s a fair question: does this make the Allegro 2 outdated, or is it still worth buying? Here’s what actually changed, what didn’t, and why a well-maintained Allegro 2 remains one of the smartest reformer purchases you can make in 2026.
What’s New in the Allegro Nextgen Reformer
Announced in September 2025 to mark the Allegro line’s 25th anniversary, the Allegro Nextgen keeps the same core reformer platform but updates a few key details. The headline feature is a new Infinity Footbar with 10 horizontal and 4 vertical positions, giving instructors more granular setup options between exercises. Balanced Body also thickened the risers for added stability, streamlined assembly, and refreshed the frame’s look. It starts at $3,245 and ships with Balanced Body’s limited lifetime warranty.
Is the Allegro 2 Being Discontinued?
No. Balanced Body’s own announcement frames the Nextgen as an evolution, not a replacement, describing it as having “the proven performance and durability of the original, and newly-added features.” Balanced Body hasn’t announced a discontinuation of the Allegro 2, and it remains a fully valid, well-supported reformer to buy today.
What Actually Changed (and What Didn’t)
- New on the Nextgen: Infinity Footbar with 10 horizontal and 4 vertical positions
- New on the Nextgen: Thicker risers for added stability and a streamlined assembly process
- New on the Nextgen: A refreshed frame aesthetic
- Unchanged: The core carriage and spring-resistance movement Pilates instructors and clients already know
- Unchanged: Overall frame construction and footprint
- Unchanged: Compatibility with the accessories and repertoire instructors already teach
Who Actually Needs the Nextgen’s New Features
The extra footbar positions matter most for busy commercial studios that reconfigure the reformer between back-to-back classes with different populations. For a home practitioner or a single-instructor studio, the practical day-to-day experience, the exercises you can perform, the resistance feel, the class flow, doesn’t meaningfully change between the two models. Most buyers in that position won’t feel like they’re missing anything by choosing an Allegro 2.
Why a Well-Maintained Allegro 2 Is Still a Smart Buy Right Now
With Balanced Body’s newest production now centered on the Nextgen, a genuine Allegro 2 in excellent condition is a great way to get the proven platform without paying new-model pricing. We currently have an Open Box Allegro 2 Reformer with Tower listed, previously set up and lightly used, fully inspected, and complete with every accessory that ships with a new set: tower, box, jump board, footbar, straps, ropes, and all springs. It’s $4,550 for the full setup, 24% off the $6,000 retail price of the equivalent new unit.
Allegro 2 Reformer Pricing in 2026
A new Allegro 2 Reformer with Tower and Mat runs $6,000. If you don’t need an open box discount and want a brand-new unit, that listing is still available. But if you’re comfortable with a lightly-used, fully-inspected set, the open box listing above gets you the same equipment for meaningfully less. Either way, you can browse our full lineup of studio-grade reformers if you want to compare options side by side before deciding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Allegro 2 still supported by Balanced Body?
Yes. Balanced Body has not announced a discontinuation, and the Nextgen launch was framed as an addition to the Allegro line rather than a replacement of it.
Should I wait for the Nextgen or buy an Allegro 2 now?
If you specifically need the Infinity Footbar’s extra positions for a commercial studio, the Nextgen is worth the higher price. If you’re outfitting a home practice or a single studio, there’s no functional reason to wait, an Allegro 2 delivers the same core Pilates experience today, often at a lower cost.
Where can I buy an Allegro 2 at a discount?
Our Open Box Allegro 2 Reformer with Tower is priced at $4,550, a full studio set at 24% off retail. It’s a single unit, so once it sells it won’t be relisted.
Ready to compare your options? Check out the Open Box Allegro 2 Reformer with Tower, the new Allegro 2 Reformer with Tower and Mat, or browse our full range of studio-grade reformers to find the right fit for your space and budget.
