The Lululemon Mirror Plus and Forme Studio are the premium tier of smart fitness mirrors — both go beyond simple class-streaming by adding resistance training capability. Lululemon's Mirror Plus includes a subscription with access to their full class library and live sessions. The Forme Studio adds a unique cable resistance system to the mirror for guided strength training. Both cost $1,500–$2,000 in hardware plus ongoing subscriptions. These are aspirational home gym pieces.
Forme Studio
The Forme Studio wins for buyers who want both mirror-based class content and cable resistance strength training in a single unit. The resistance attachment genuinely extends its training utility beyond streaming classes. The Lululemon Mirror Plus wins for pure class quality and content library — Lululemon's instructor network and production values are premium. If content is your priority, Mirror Plus. If you want the cable resistance integration, Forme Studio.
Specs Comparison
| Spec | Lululemon Mirror Plus | Forme Studio |
|---|---|---|
| Cable Resistance | None | Yes (up to 200 lbs) |
| Live Personal Training | No | Yes (extra cost) |
| On-Demand Classes | 10,000+ | Smaller library |
| Screen Size | 40–55" | 43" |
| Base Subscription | $39/month | $49/month |
| Hardware Price | ~$1,495 | ~$2,495 |
| Design Elegance | Premium (thin, disappears) | Functional (cable bulk visible) |
Cable Resistance System
The Forme Studio's defining feature is an integrated cable pulley system built into the mirror frame. It offers up to 200 lbs of resistance via dual cable attachments, and the Forme app includes strength workouts designed specifically to use the cables. This transforms the mirror from a streaming screen into a functional cable machine — enabling rows, curls, chest flyes, and tricep pushdowns in addition to streaming classes.
The Lululemon Mirror Plus doesn't include resistance attachments. It's a premium streaming mirror — a better screen, better content, and better production values than lower-tier mirrors. For cable resistance training, you'd need a separate cable machine or resistance bands. The Mirror Plus positions itself as a content-first product.
Class Content and Instructors
Lululemon's Mirror app has one of the largest and most polished fitness class libraries in the smart mirror category — 10,000+ on-demand workouts spanning yoga, HIIT, barre, Pilates, boxing, strength, and more. The live class experience, with real-time leaderboard and instructor shoutouts, is genuinely motivating. Lululemon's ambassador network ensures instructor quality is consistently high.
Forme's content library is smaller but tightly integrated with the cable system. Workouts are designed to use the resistance attachment as part of the programming, not just as an optional add-on. Forme also offers live personal training sessions via the mirror — a human trainer guides you through your workout in real time, which is uniquely compelling and not available on Mirror Plus.
Live Personal Training
Forme's live personal training feature is its most premium differentiator. You book sessions with real certified trainers who see you via the mirror's camera and guide you through customized workouts using the cable system and your body weight. Sessions cost extra beyond the base subscription, but for buyers who want the accountability and customization of personal training without leaving home, this is a genuine premium offering.
Lululemon Mirror Plus doesn't offer live one-on-one personal training. It has live class instructors who interact with the class as a whole, which creates energy and community, but isn't the same as personalized coaching. For buyers who've used personal training and want to replicate that experience at home, Forme's model is closer.
Design and Installation
The Forme Studio is larger and heavier than the Mirror Plus due to the cable system integration. It requires professional installation and is wall-mounted. The cable mechanism adds visual bulk to the frame that's visible when the mirror is off — it doesn't disappear into the room as cleanly as the sleek Lululemon Mirror.
The Lululemon Mirror Plus is the more elegantly designed product. Wall-mounted with a thin profile, it looks like an expensive full-length mirror when off. For buyers who prioritize aesthetics in a shared living space, the Mirror Plus is the more attractive object. Both require WiFi and power.
Lululemon Mirror Plus Strengths
- 10,000+ class library with premium Lululemon instructors
- Live class energy with leaderboard and instructor shoutouts
- Sleek design disappears into home decor when off
- Largest on-demand library in the smart mirror category
Forme Studio Strengths
- Integrated cable resistance system up to 200 lbs
- Live personal training sessions with certified trainers
- Combines streaming fitness AND strength training in one unit
- More training versatility per dollar
Lululemon Mirror Plus Weaknesses
- No resistance training capability
- No live personal training option
- $39/month subscription required
- Limited to class-based content — no personalized programming
Forme Studio Weaknesses
- Cable system adds bulk — less elegant than Mirror Plus
- Smaller on-demand class library
- Personal training sessions cost extra beyond base subscription
- Heavier and requires more involved installation
Best For
- a: Lululemon loyalists, live class enthusiasts, and buyers who want the most elegantly designed smart mirror with the largest class library
- b: Buyers who want to combine streaming class fitness with cable resistance strength training and live personal training in a single wall-mounted system
FAQ
Is the Forme Studio cable resistance as good as a standalone cable machine?
Comparable for isolation exercises and moderate strength work. The 200 lb cable resistance is adequate for rows, flyes, curls, and pushdowns. For heavy compound cable movements, a dedicated cable stack will outperform it. It's better than no cable machine and far better than resistance bands.
Are the live personal training sessions on Forme worth the extra cost?
For accountability-driven buyers transitioning from in-gym personal training to home fitness, yes. The sessions are conducted by certified trainers who can see your form via the camera and customize your programming. At $40–$80 per session (typical personal training rate), it's comparable to a boutique gym PT.
Can I use the Lululemon Mirror Plus for strength training?
Yes, via the on-demand strength class library — bodyweight, dumbbell, and band workouts. The mirror itself doesn't provide resistance. For cable-style strength training, you'd need separate equipment. Many Mirror Plus users pair it with a set of adjustable dumbbells for complete training.