Description
180° Rotating Cable ColumnsFlexible cable positioning
28 Pulley PositionsAdjustable training height
Integrated Smith MachineGuided strength training
Built-In StorageKeep accessories organized

HOIST Fitness H-8 Functional Trainer

The HOIST® Fitness H-8 Functional Trainer is an all-in-one strength system for home gyms and light commercial fitness spaces, combining functional cable training, an integrated Smith machine, dedicated lat pulldown and low row stations, and built-in storage in a corner-friendly footprint. Also commonly searched as the HOIST H8 Functional Trainer, it brings multiple strength-training stations together in one system.

Built around HOIST's EZG rotating cable columns, the H-8 provides 180° column rotation, 28 pulley adjustment points per column and patented single-handed height adjustment. Quick-Release Adaptors simplify accessory changes, while the integrated Smith machine and dedicated lat pulldown and low row stations expand the range of strength exercises available from the same system.


Key Features

  • Space-Saving Corner Design: Maximizes training capability while minimizing footprint, ideal for home gyms, studios, and light commercial facilities.

  • EZG Rotating Columns: 180° rotation allows unrestricted movement and exercise variety.

  • Patented Single-Handed Adjustment: Quickly change cable heights using HOIST’s intuitive one-hand adjustment system.

  • 28 Pulley Height Positions Per Column: Each column can be used independently or together for a wide range of cable exercise positions.

  • Fully Integrated Smith Machine: Provides 12 rack-out positions, 38 lbs of starting resistance and a maximum capacity of 450 lbs.

  • Dedicated Lat Pulldown & Low Row Stations: Includes 2 lat pulldown pulleys and 2 low row pulleys for targeted back training.

  • Silent Steel® Weight Stacks: Comes standard with 2 × 150 lb stacks (300 lbs total), upgradable to 2 × 200 lb stacks (400 lbs total).

  • Split Weight Cabling: Delivers 50% resistance for extended 85" cable travel, ideal for functional training and athletic movement.

  • Quick-Release Adaptors: Rapid accessory changeover to maintain workout flow.

  • Integrated Storage: Built-in phone/tablet rack, water bottle holder, multiple attachment hooks, and central weight storage.

  • Multi-Grip Chin-Up Station: Includes standard chin-up grips and textured rock-climbing grips for advanced training.


Performance Benefits

  • Supports full-body strength, functional cable training, Smith-machine exercises and athletic conditioning.

  • Combines multiple strength-training stations in a corner-friendly footprint.

  • Smooth, quiet operation thanks to precision-machined Silent Steel® plates with plastic bushings (no metal-on-metal contact).

  • Expands exercise selection with high cable travel, rotating columns, Smith training, and dedicated back stations.


Ideal For

  • Home gyms seeking functional cable training, Smith-machine exercises and dedicated back stations in one system.

  • Personal training studios and light commercial fitness spaces needing multiple training stations and fast cable adjustments.

  • Performance athletes requiring functional movement patterns with full range of motion.


Weight System

  • Standard: 2 × 150 lb Silent Steel® stacks

  • Optional Upgrade: 2 × 200 lb stacks (400 lbs total)

  • Storage Capacity: Holds up to 300 lbs of weight plates

  • Silent Steel® Construction:

    • Solid steel plates

    • Pressed-in industrial plastic bushings

    • Machined finish for glass-smooth operation


Included Accessories

  • 2-to-1 Cable Adapter

  • Two Strap Handles w/ Square D-Rings

  • Fleece Knee Strap

  • Chin Assist Strap

  • Two Carabiner Adapters

  • Aluminum Straight Bar

  • Aluminum Curl Bar

  • Two Strap Handles w/ 3 Square Rings

  • Aluminum Lat Bar

* Weight Plates and Bench not Included


Compact footprint. Multiple training stations. One integrated strength system.
The HOIST® H-8 Functional Trainer combines adjustable cable training, Smith-machine exercises and dedicated back stations for home and light commercial fitness spaces.

Specifications
Specifications data
Length: 56.00" (142 cm)

Width: 80.25" (204 cm)

Height: 83.75" (213 cm)

Machine Weight: 903 lbs (410 kg)
Warranty
Warranty data
LIGHT COMMERCIAL WARRANTY

(Mi1, Mi5, Mi6, Mi7, MiSmith, Mi7Smith, Mi1, H, Select HF & V-Series Units)

Applies to facilities that do not charge membership dues and have no more than 50 users per day — e.g., hotels, apartment complexes, personal training studios, fire stations, police stations, etc.

10 Years – Body / Frame
5 Years – Structural Moving Parts
3 Years – Bearings, Bushings & Pulleys
1 Year – Finish/Paint, Cables, Upholstery & Accessories

Coverage applies to manufacturer defects only.

RESIDENTIAL WARRANTY

(Mi1, Mi5, Mi6, Mi7, MiSmith, Mi7Smith, Mi1 H, Select HF & V-Series Units)

Applies to equipment used in a home setting by household occupants only.

Lifetime – Body / Frame

Warranty applies for the lifetime of the product (manufacturer defects only).

10 Years – Structural Moving Parts

Manufacturer defects only.

10 Years – Finish/Paint, Cables, Upholstery & Accessories

Manufacturer defects only.

FAQs
Frequently asked question

What is the HOIST Fitness H-8 Functional Trainer?

The HOIST Fitness H-8 Functional Trainer is an all-in-one strength system that combines dual adjustable cable columns, an integrated Smith machine, dedicated lat pulldown and low row stations, pull-up options and built-in storage.

What exercises can I do with the HOIST H-8 Functional Trainer?

The H-8 supports functional cable exercises, Smith-machine movements, lat pulldowns, low rows, pull-ups and a wide variety of upper-body, lower-body and core exercises using its adjustable cable columns and included accessories.

How much weight comes with the HOIST H-8?

The H-8 comes standard with two 150 lb Silent Steel® weight stacks for 300 lbs of total stack weight. Each stack can be upgraded to 200 lbs for 400 lbs of total stack weight.

Does the HOIST H-8 include a Smith machine?

Yes. The H-8 includes an integrated Smith machine with 12 rack-out positions, 38 lbs of starting resistance and a maximum listed capacity of 450 lbs.

How many pulley positions does the HOIST H-8 have?

Each EZG cable column provides 28 pulley adjustment points and 180° rotation. The columns can be used independently or together for a wide range of cable exercises.

Does the HOIST H-8 have lat pulldown and low row stations?

Yes. The H-8 includes two dedicated lat pulldown pulleys and two dedicated low row pulleys in addition to its adjustable cable columns.

How much space does the HOIST H-8 Functional Trainer require?

The H-8 measures 56" long × 80.25" wide × 83.75" high. Additional clearance should be allowed around the machine for exercise movement and access.

How much does the HOIST H-8 weigh?

The HOIST H-8 has a listed machine weight of 903 lbs.

What accessories are included with the HOIST H-8?

The H-8 includes a 2-to-1 cable adapter, strap handles, fleece knee strap, chin-assist strap, carabiner adapters, aluminum straight bar, aluminum curl bar and aluminum lat bar.

Is the HOIST H-8 suitable for light commercial use?

Yes. HOIST offers light commercial warranty coverage for qualifying non-dues-paying facilities with no more than 50 users per day. Refer to the warranty section for the complete coverage terms.

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