Pilates kits sold alongside workout apps and online programs have made "at-home Pilates kit" a popular search, and people often look for a similar set of equipment at a different price. If you are comparing kits, this checklist will help you judge any of them, including ours, on what actually matters.
Note: Pilamie is not affiliated with BetterMe or any other brand mentioned in searches. Product names belong to their owners. We describe only our own kit below. Check each brand's own listing for its current contents and price.
What to compare in any Pilates kit
1. The pieces you will actually use
Most home Pilates routines rely on a handful of props: a Pilates ring, a small soft ball, loop bands, a long band and a stretching strap. Count the pieces that match the workouts you plan to do, not the total number of items.
2. Resistance levels
A set of loop bands in several strengths lets you progress for months without buying more gear. Check how many levels are included and whether they are clearly labeled.
3. A plan that uses the equipment
Gear without a routine often ends up in a closet. Look for a kit that comes with a program designed around its pieces, with clear instructions and easier and harder options.
4. Whether a subscription is required
Some kits are tied to an app or membership. That can be great if you want ongoing classes, but make sure you know whether the plan is included, time-limited or billed separately.
5. Shipping and returns
Where the kit ships from affects how quickly it arrives. Check delivery times, whether shipping is tracked, and the return window before you buy.
What is in the Pilamie kit
- Pilates ring with padded grips, about 15 in (38.5 cm)
- Mini exercise ball, 9.84 in (25 cm), with inflation straw
- 5 loop resistance bands, extra light to extra heavy (supplier estimates about 10 to 48 lb)
- Long flat band, 59 in (150 cm), and a figure-8 band
- Stretching strap, 6 ft (183 cm)
- Arm and thigh toner
- 2 pairs of grip socks and a carry bag
It comes with our 28-Day Pilates Challenge, a printable PDF with 31 illustrated moves that uses every piece in the kit. There is no app and no subscription: the plan is yours to keep. The kit is $49.99 with free tracked shipping from our US warehouse, usually arriving 3 to 7 business days after dispatch, with 30-day returns.
Which is right for you?
- You want live or on-demand classes: an app or studio membership may suit you better, and you can pair it with any basic kit.
- You want to own the gear and follow a simple plan at your own pace: a one-time kit with a printable program is the lower-commitment option.
- You are not sure you will stick with it: start with the free plan and whatever props you already have, then add equipment later.
Comparing with BetterMe specifically? See our BetterMe Pilates kit review of all four kits, or the BetterMe Essential Kit vs Pilamie side-by-side.
Want to see the moves first? Read our guides to Pilates ring exercises and mini ball Pilates exercises.