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Best exercise bikes tried and tested 2024
The best exercise bikes are comfortable, easy to use, and give you the best chance of making exercise a habit in the comfort of your home. The worst are difficult to get comfy on, bulky and sometimes unstable.
We've tested and reviewed all the most popular exercise bike brands, including Peloton, Nordic Track, Argos, Roger Black, Reebok and more.
Our reviews combine ratings from experienced exercise bike users with scientific laboratory testing and measuring.
We've uncovered big differences in the performance of different exercise bikes - and it's not just a case of paying more to get a better product. Some cheaper bikes proved impressive compared to pricier rivals.
Find out which exercise bike is best for you to help you keep at it.
The best exercise bikes
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Date tested: October 2024, November 2023 and November 2022. Page last checked: October 2024. We are not able to show every retailer and cheaper prices may be available.
The exercise bikes we tested
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JTX Fitness Cyclo Studio V5
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Most recently tested November 2023
Weight 62.1 kg
Foldable No
Smart app compatible Yes
Need to know Digital display and heart rate sensors, max user weight is 150kg
JTX Fitness Cyclo Go-X
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Most recently tested October 2024
Weight 34.3 kg
Foldable No
Smart app compatible Yes
Need to know Digital display and heart rate sensors, max user weight is 120kg
Life Fitness IC1 Indoor Studio Bike
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Most recently tested November 2022
Weight 52 kg
Foldable No
Smart app compatible No
Need to know Digital display and heart rate sensors, max user weight is 130kg
Marcy B80
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Most recently tested October 2024
Weight 29.6 kg
Foldable No
Smart app compatible No
Need to know Digital display and heart rate sensors, max user weight is 120kg
Nordic Track GX 4.5 Pro Cycle
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Most recently tested November 2022
Weight 45.5 kg
Foldable No
Smart app compatible No
Need to know Digital display, max user weight is 125kg, auto-breeze fan, dual speakers, app integration with iFIT, Bluetooth compatible heart rate monitoring (straps sold separately)
Opti Folding Magnetic Bike
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Weight 12.8 kg
Foldable Yes
Smart app compatible No
Need to know Digital display, max user weight is 100kg, in-built heart rate monitor
Opti Magnetic
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Most recently tested November 2023
Weight 15.4 kg
Foldable No
Smart app compatible No
Need to know Digital display, max user weight is 100kg, in-built heart rate monitor
Peloton
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Most recently tested November 2022
Weight 62.6 kg
Foldable No
Smart app compatible Yes
Need to know Immersive touchscreen display, max user weight is 135kg, in-built heart rate monitor
Pro Fitness Feb 2000
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Most recently tested November 2022
Weight 17.2 kg
Foldable Yes
Smart app compatible No
Need to know Digital display, max user weight is 100kg, in-built heart rate monitor
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Pro Form 225 CSX PFEVEX74016
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Most recently tested November 2022
Weight 31.2 kg
Foldable No
Smart app compatible No
Need to know Digital display, max user weight is 130kg, in-built heart rate monitor, iFit enabled (subscription required), in-built speaker
Reebok Z-Power Exercise Bike
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Most recently tested November 2022
Weight 31.7 kg
Foldable No
Smart app compatible No
Need to know Digital display, max user weight is 120kg, in-built heart rate monitor, 32 levels of resistance
Reebok FR30
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Most recently tested October 2024
Weight 36 kg
Foldable No
Smart app compatible Yes
Need to know Digital display, max user weight is 120kg, in-built heart rate monitor, Zwift compatible
Reebok One GB40s Electronic
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Most recently tested November 2023
Weight 31.7 kg
Foldable No
Smart app compatible No
Need to know Digital display, max user weight is 120kg, in-built heart rate monitor, 12 pre-set workouts
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Schwinn 510U Upright Cycle SCCY510U
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Most recently tested November 2022
Weight 27.4 kg
Foldable No
Smart app compatible Yes
Need to know Digital display, max user weight is 120kg, in-built heart rate monitor, compatible with apps like Zwift
Ultrasport F-Bike
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Most recently tested November 2022
Weight 15.1 kg
Foldable Yes
Smart app compatible No
Need to know Digital display, max user weight is 110kg, in-built heart rate monitor
Viavito Onyx Exercise Bike
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Most recently tested November 2022
Weight 14.5 kg
Foldable Yes
Smart app compatible No
Need to know Digital display, max user weight is 100kg, in-built heart rate monitor
York Fitness
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Most recently tested November 2023
Weight 22.6 kg
Foldable Yes
Smart app compatible No
Need to know Digital display, max user weight is 120kg, in-built heart rate monitor, built in workout programmes
How we test exercise bikes
To recommend the best exercise bikes we combine ratings from experienced exercise bike users with scientific laboratory testing and measurements.
- What's the bike like to ride? Our testers go through a set program on each bike that incorporates different speeds and resistance. We pay particular attention to comfort on this test. Some bikes have comfy saddles and handlebar grips, but others are tough and rough on the body.
- Is it safe and stable? Most bikes are stable at low intensity, but once the effort ramps up some bikes we tested can move around and rock, which isn't a good sensation or particularly safe.
- How useful is the display? We take into account the metrics you can track on the display, how clear the display is, and how easy it is to navigate any menus
- How easy is the bike to set up and adjust? We look at how easy the bike is to set up initially, but then how adjustable it is once it is set up so that you can achieve a comfortable fit. Some bikes aren't suitable for heavy or tall riders, but the best will have a multitude of easily adjustable configurations to keep you comfortable.
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How to buy the best exercise bike for home use
When shopping for the perfect exercise bike for home use, you'll need to consider your budget, how much space you have, how you prefer to ride and what features you need.
- Spending more usually nets you a more feature-packed exercise bike, but this might not be essential if you're just keen to get moving - we've found decent budget options if you just want a basic exercise bike.
- Floor space is a key consideration - trying to squeeze a large exercise bike into a small room or home will risk it becoming more of a hindrance than a help, especially if it's a shared space.
- If you're particularly tall or short, check that the seat and handlebar can be adjusted to suit your height, as this will affect how comfortable the bike is for you to ride.
- Check the maximum user weight too, as some models - particularly cheaper ones - have a comparatively low maximum weight limit. With the models we've tested, we found that some budget upright models have a limit of just 100kg, while more premium spinner models have limits of up to 136kg.
- Consider an absorbent mat to put the exercise bike on. Without a breeze you'll get a significant sweat on and will want something to mop it up.
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