Best exercise bikes 2025: tried and tested for home workouts

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 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.

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We've uncovered big differences in the performance of 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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The exercise bikes we tested

All the exercise bikes we tested are listed in alphabetical order below. 

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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

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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, built-in 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, built-in 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, built-in 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, built-in 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, built-in heart-rate monitor, iFit-enabled (subscription required), built-in 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, built-in 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, built-in 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, built-in 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, built-in 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, built-in 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, built-in 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, built-in heart-rate monitor, built-in workout programmes

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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, while 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, 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, then how adjustable it is so you can achieve a comfortable fit. Some bikes aren't suitable for heavy or tall riders, while the best models 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 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 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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