The 11 Best Exercise Bikes for Home Workouts in 2025

If you’re looking for the best exercise bike on the market, it’s tough to stray far from NordicTrack. The X24 Bike is the brand’s latest profile and the successor to the NordicTrack S22i.

One of the bike’s standout features is its compatibility with iFIT—one of our favorite fitness apps, thanks to its large library of over 10,000 on-demand workout modules. Additionally, the iFIT integration (available for $39 monthly) brings SmartAdjust technology to the X24 Bike, which automatically toggles your speed and incline in accordance with your onscreen instructor.

Lindsay Scheele, lead product reviewer for our Garage Gym Reviews Everything YouTube channel, says, “There are so many workout options with iFIT, and the machine will automatically adjust the intensity of your workout. The adjustments are so smooth that I didn’t even notice them until it got harder or easier, depending on what the class was doing.”

“Essentially, the classes can adjust things like your machine’s incline, decline, and speed so all you need to focus on is giving the workout your all,” adds Caroline Lubinsky, CF-L1, who has tested iFIT with other compatible machines. Accordingly, we rate the available tech at 5 out of 5.

The X24 Bike features adjustment knobs at the seat and handlebars, which can be excellent for finding your most comfortable positioning for training. While we rate the adjustability a 4.5 out of 5, some customer reviews noted that the included saddle can be uncomfortable. Lindsay agrees, noting, “The seat isn’t the most comfortable one I’ve ever tested, but the handlebars allow for multiple grip positions and are comfortable to use, even on longer rides.”

Finally, the footprint of this NordicTrack stationary bike equates to roughly 8.54 square feet, which should fit in most training setups. We score the portability at 3 out of 5, though. The machine weight is listed at 205 pounds.

“It is a big, heavy bike,” Lindsay says. “Most fit, able-bodied individuals should be able to move it around, though older people or those with mobility issues may need assistance getting it from one room to another.”

If you’re looking for a more compact, maneuverable exercise bike for your training needs, consider the Sunny Health and Fitness Indoor Cycle Bike SF-B1002.

Assault Fitness has made some of the best functional fitness bikes for many years—heck, at one point, the Assault AirBike was the official CrossFit air bike before being dethroned by the Rogue Echo Bike. We love the AssaultBike Classic and think you can’t go wrong with it if you’re looking for a well-built machine that delivers an intense cardio workout during your functional fitness training sessions.

This OG model is the base of the AssaultBike line, and it will cost you about $700. The value is there—according to expert tester, former GGR Senior Staff Writer, and CrossFit enthusiast Amanda Capritto, “If I were going to buy an AirBike, it would be this one. It’s durable, has longevity, and provides a smooth ride for a fan bike.”

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This bike has a chain drive, which makes for a noisy ride. The GGR team did some objective testing for sound levels, recording decibels at different distances. From just 12 inches away, the bike produced noise levels over 75 decibels, and the sound was still 68 decibels from 10 feet away. It’ll be fine in a garage gym, but it may be too loud to place in your living room.

The belt drive will also require more maintenance than a chain drive (the AssaultBike ProX has a belt drive). If taken care of properly, the AssaultBike Classic should last you a very long time.

“AssaultBikes can last years in a CrossFit box, where a majority of them don’t take care of the equipment like they should. So it should be able to last decades in a home gym with proper maintenance,” Amanda says.

Adding in the steel frame and majority-metal construction, we rate the durability of the AssaultBike Classic a 4 out of 5.

While this bike isn’t the easiest to move—it weighs 95 pounds—as far as an air bike goes, it’s actually on the smaller side. That being said, we’re rating footprint and portability a 3 out of 5 since it does take up quite a bit of space overall (51 inches long by 22 inches wide by 50 inches high).

Over the years, the AssaultBike Classic has maintained its popularity, with nearly 700 customer reviews rating the bike on average 4.8 stars out of 5.

Read our full AssaultBike review for all the info on this classic air bike.

If you’re looking for a more budget-friendly bike that still uses air resistance, we recommend the Titan Fan Bike.

For those wanting a digital training experience offering streamable workouts and tech-controlled settings adjustments, there are plenty of exercise bikes amongst the best smart home gym equipment. For our money, though, the Echelon Connect EX-5 is our top pick for this category thanks to its plethora of interesting workout modules through the Echelon Fit app as well as its affordable price point of under $1,200.

Lead reviewer on Garage Gym Reviews Everything and certified personal trainer Lindsay Scheele tried out the Echelon EX-5 bike with the Echelon programming and was impressed, rating it at 4 out of 5. “Michael, the instructor, was very engaging and upbeat throughout the 20-minute workout. I also like that when you’re looking for a ride to take you have the ability to filter through your preferences as far as a time duration or a preferred instructor or workout,” Lindsay says.

While programming scores high with this stationary bike, we do rate the tech capabilities at a modest 3.5 out of 5 since you do need to provide your own tablet or smart device for streaming setups. This can be viewed as a negative or positive—either you enjoy the versatility of a DIY console or prefer to have a dedicated display for your training-focused streams.

As far as the build quality, Lindsay feels that the Connect EX-5 is very durable during use, rating it at 5 out of 5 for the category. “I never felt unstable while riding out of the saddle or at high speeds,” Lindsay says. “The floor stabilizers are a key aspect to this machine when it come to the smoothness of the ride.”

Plus, this bike is fairly easy to move around on your own via the front transport wheels. The GGR team also tested out the felt weight of the bike (its weight while moving it on its wheels), and it was 54.1 pounds, which should be easy enough for most able-bodied people to maneuver in their home gym. We rate the footprint and portability a solid 4.5 out of 5.

To read more, check out our full Echelon Connect EX-5 bike review.

If you want a more utilitarian stationary bike, we recommend a traditional cycling setup like the YOSUDA Indoor Cycling Bike or Sunny Health and Fitness Indoor Cycle Bike SF-B1002.

Want to feel the rush of pedaling against air resistance without losing that traditional road bike feel across the handlebars? The Concept2 BikeErg is our favorite armless air bike that rides like a typical exercise bike yet still delivers plenty of workout potential akin to the brand’s other iconic silhouette—the Concept2 RowErg.

Now if you’re wondering if the BikeErg delivers a killer workout, the answer is a resounding YES. It’s different from a traditional exercise bike in that it uses a flywheel and damper system where the wind generates resistance, as opposed to a brake. And trust us, the BikeErg can absolutely make you cry like a little baby if used properly.

GGR Managing Editor, certified personal trainer, and CrossFit enthusiast Amanda Dvorak tested the BikeErg and noted how much more challenging it felt than other exercise bikes. “I did a quick 10-minute ride, and it really lit up my quads—much more than my Peloton, even when I have it at a high resistance,” she said, rating her overall experience a 4.2 out of 5.

Amanda also appreciated the bike’s stability despite it being lightweight. “The whole bike only weighs 67 pounds, and if you lift up the back to wheel it around, it feels even lighter. But it didn’t shake or wobble when I used it, and I’m a bigger athlete,” she says. She gave the overall construction (as well as the footprint and portability) a perfect 5 out of 5.

The BikeErg earns a 4.5 out of 5 for durability, too. Coop Mitchell, GGR’s founder and lover of all things challenging in fitness, has owned a BikeErg for over three years and accumulated more than 1 million meters on it. Despite it being absolutely used and abused in his garage gym and in his personal training studio, it’s as good as it was on day one. Now, that sort of longevity in a piece of gym equipment is special.

One of the only drawbacks is that the bike doesn’t have on-demand classes like a Peloton or NordicTrack. However, the PM5 monitor comes with a few pre-programmed workouts and is compatible with cycling apps like Zwift.

Check out our in-depth Concept 2 BikeErg review.

If you want a traditional air-resistance bike with moving arms, check out the AssaultBike Classic.

Studies report² that the best air bikes can provide a challenging cardio workout that can generate positive cardiorespiratory adaptations in a short amount of time. Of the bunch, the Rogue Echo Bike is up for any challenge you throw at it given its durable frame, smooth ride, and surprising portability.

Oh, and if you’re looking for the best bike for CrossFit, the Rogue Echo Bike is the official air bike of the CrossFit Games so you can’t do much better than that. This bike can also be found in tons of CrossFit affiliate gyms. 

Although GGR founder Coop Mitchel isn’t a professional CrossFitter, he is a cardio equipment wizard who has used the Echo Bike for many years and hasn’t gotten tired of it. He calls the overbuilt machine “bombproof” and rates the durability at 4.75 out of 5. While he’s done minimal maintenance on it, the bike still looks and feels like new.

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“This beefy bike dwarfs other exercise bikes on the market,” Coop notes in reference to our 4-out-of-5 portability rating, “but it still is easy enough to move around in your home gym.” We tested the felt weight of the bike as well, which measured in at 41 pounds—a weight that most able-bodied people should be able to handle.

If you want to be absolutely smoked at the end of a workout without having to learn a lot of technique or put a lot of thought into it, the Rogue Echo Bike is king. In fact, we’ve picked it as our top choice for the best air bike for the past several years and give it 4.5 out of 5 for its overall value.

“Call it beginner’s luck, but Rogue Fitness did a great job with their first-ever conditioning machine,” says Coop. “This is a piece of equipment that will give people of all fitness levels a hardcore full-body workout, look great in their home gym, and last for many years.”

Read more in our Rogue Echo Bike review.

If you’re on the lookout for a lighter air bike at a cheaper cost, we recommend the AssaultBike Classic.

What causes people to continue flocking to the bike like seagulls on a trash-filled beach? The experience. Seriously, there is nothing else like the Peloton Bike experience. We’ve tested and reviewed many Peloton alternatives (and even have some recommended on this list) but few can compare to the feeling of taking a Peloton cycling class. With top-notch programming and seamless connection to the Peloton app (which costs around $44 per month), the dynamic programming gets a 5 out of 5 from us.

“I love using the bike, but it’s had a few minor issues,” says GGR writer Matt Dustin, CSCS, PN1-NC, who has owned his Peloton Bike for about four years. “I had to get the screen replaced because it wouldn’t turn on, and the bearings in the flywheel need to be replaced somewhat often, which is a pain.” Our other testers agree, rating the durability and adjustability both at 4 out of 5.

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For what it’s worth, GGR editorial team member and product tester Nicole Davis actually likes the Peloton Bike and said she found it sturdy and quiet while in use. “It’s a smooth ride—smoother than many other bikes I’ve been on,” Nicole explains. “Plus, the magnetic resistance gives just a bit more to push against with each twist of the knob.” The Peloton Bike boasts 100 total levels of magnetic resistance.

An exercise bike is only as good as the workout it produces. If you don’t use it, it’s worthless outside of the clothes you use to hang on it for drying purposes. This is why Peloton is so great. The high-energy instructors and engaging training model can help fuel motivation to return to training at a regular cadence, bringing fun and enthusiasm to each cycling session. If you struggle to work out at home, Peloton is a great option.

Read our Peloton bike review for our full thoughts. We also tested and reviewed the Peloton app.

For those less enthusiastic about the “Peloton experience,” there are other training-app-compatible exercise bikes we recommend, including the Echelon Connect EX-5 and NordicTrack X24 Bike.

OK, so pedaling along to a given workout can be less taxing than, say, running on a treadmill, but it can put pressure on your back and spine. Given their reclined seating style, the best recumbent bikes can help create a more approachable body positioning ideal for older athletes with limited mobility or those rehabbing from an injury. If you’re in the market for a comfortable ride, we suggest the all-new 10 Recumbent Bike from NordicTrack.

Admittedly, we’ve yet to test this brand-new profile from NordicTrack, but we do have experiences with the brand’s previous recumbent silhouettes, such as the NordicTrack R35. The 10 shares a similar footprint with a listed length of 67.2 inches and a width of 23.3 inches. While this is still compact enough to fit in your home gym, we do admit that recumbent bikes are more space-consuming than your typical stationary bike, so we rate the NordicTrack 10 at 3.75 out of 5 for its footprint.

What this profile consumes in space, it makes up for in style. “I’ve tested a lot of recumbent bikes at GGR, and the majority don’t look too sleek,” says Lindsay Scheele, CPT, CNC. We score the NordicTrack 10’s appearance at 4.5 out of 5 given its simple, minimalistic aesthetic that doesn’t scream “commercial exercise equipment.”

Studies³ also report that recumbent bikes can be less taxing on certain muscle groups despite a similar plane of motion to traditional exercise bikes. This setup can be more comfortable for users, emphasized by a cushioned, adjustable seat with added lumbar support. As such, we score the ergonomics at 4 out of 5.

Finally, like other NordicTrack home gym equipment, the 10 is compatible with the iFIT platform for on-demand workouts, available for $39 monthly. This service also brings SmartAdjust technology to the recumbent bike, meaning your resistance settings are automatically controlled through your chosen workout—no need to change settings mid-training to keep pace with your onscreen instructor.

If you want a more simplified recumbent bike without an extra subscription service, we recommend looking at the Sole LCR Recumbent Bike.

While the Peloton Bike is (understandably) one of the best exercise bikes with a screen, the studio-style programming may not be everyone’s cup of tea. For those who want a digital training experience with a refreshed aesthetic, consider the Aviron Fit Bike. Yes, the compatible Aviron App has trainer-led workout modules, but the roster of programs also includes gamified workouts that feel like you’re playing an arcade game rather than burning calories.

“The programming is top notch and a nice reprieve from your typical studio classes,” notes our tester, who rates the programming at 4.5 out of 5. “I’ve been a fan of Aviron’s programming for a while and do feel more engaged and focused on the gamified programs. After all, how can you not be focused when there’s a high score at stake?”

The Aviron Fit Bike features a large 22-inch rotating HD touchscreen and features a footprint of 9.55 square feet. While our tester did commend the compact silhouette, they noted that portability earns a 1-out-of-5 rating given the cumbersome screen. “It makes for a top-heavy profile that can be difficult to maneuver, even with the front transport wheels. I’d be careful about moving this exercise bike from one room to the next,” they add.

Despite the awkward maneuvering, we do score the Aviron Fit Bike at 4 out of 5 for its ergonomics. The brand employs a 10-point adjustment system across the saddle and handlebars, which allows you to craft the perfect setup for your preferred body positioning. “I’ll also add that the seat seems more cushioned than other spin bikes I’ve tried,” notes our tester. “While it’s a small touch, it can be a soothing experience, especially if you’re in the saddle for multiple gamified workouts per week.”

Lastly, the Aviron App is a subscription-based service available for $29 monthly, so be sure to account for this extra expense. That said, the brand does offer a family plan that can give you unlimited profiles for every member of your active group.

For more information, be sure to read our Aviron Fit Bike review.

If you’re interested in streamable workouts yet aren’t looking for a Peloton Bike, consider the NordicTrack X24 and its iFIT compatibility.

Exercise bikes can simulate the outdoor cycling experience in that you’re pedaling and can change the resistance so it feels like you’re going up and down hills. However, it still doesn’t feel quite the same. The Bowflex VeloCore changes that with its “leaning feature.” Simply hit the giant red button in front of the seat and the frame begins to lean, forcing you to use your core to steady yourself. 

This does two things: It forces you to work your core muscles a little more than a traditional upright or recumbent bike, and it makes it feel like you’re pedaling down an open road. Granted, you don’t have to worry about falling over at any time like on a real bike (the base remains steady), but it does add a little bit of spice to your home workouts. 

Our expert product testers found this feature both entertaining and challenging. “I really feel it in my obliques, swaying back and forth,” says Caroline Lubinsky, CF-L1. “Honestly, it was just a lot of fun, too. You sort of feel like a kid again.” The VeloCore gets a 4.5 out of 5 for its ergonomics.

The adjustability also earns 4.5 out of 5 stars, as there are 100 levels of resistance to choose from.

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The bike also comes with a two-month subscription to JRNY programming, Bowflex’s answer to iFIT and Zwift. JRNY comes with plenty of workout programming options that you can access after taking a 15-minute fitness assessment. In terms of workout experience, our only complaint is that there’s no digital resistance adjustment, so you have to change it manually when your instructor tells you to (which can disrupt your flow). 

It’s also a very heavy-duty bike with a 325-pound weight capacity, earning a 5 out of 5 for durability. “Nothing feels cheap on this bike,” says GGR Everything Lead Reviewer Lindsay Scheele, CPT, CNC. “It all feels intentional and quality-made.” Even with that solid build, we found the felt weight off the back handle to be just 26.2 pounds, making it extremely easy to move around.

Find out more by reading our full Bowflex VeloCore review. 

If you want another bike that offers streaming classes without the leaning effect, the Peloton Bike is a great option.

People with small home gyms or those living in studio apartments need compact exercise equipment that can be stowed away when not in use. Enter the Marcy Foldable Bike, an upright exercise bike that costs less than $200 and can easily fit behind a couch, under a bed, or anywhere else that’s not in your way. 

On the surface, this is like many other upright bikes you’ll find on the market, but it comes with its own companion app to track your ride history and workout metrics. This is incredibly rare amongst the best folding exercise bikes. While it doesn’t improve its functionality at all, it’s a cool feature and does increase its value just a little bit. 

Still, we score the value a 3.5 out of 5. “It doesn’t necessarily have anything special that makes it better than cheaper options. It doesn’t come with any conveniences or batteries to power the monitor,” says certified personal trainer and CrossFit aficionado Amanda Capritto, CPT, CNC, CES, CF-L1.

While it’s no surprise that this bike received high ratings for its footprint and portability (a 4 out of 5), you might be surprised to know that our testers gave it a perfect 5-out-of-5 score for durability, too. Amanda tried out the Marcy folding bike and was surprised. “I’m used to durable air bikes, and folding bikes usually aren’t as sturdy,” she says. “But this one actually surprised me. I use it for my warm-ups and cooldowns now.”

The workout experience itself is smooth, and the bike doesn’t wobble much at all, though our expert product testers did hear some creaking on it. There are eight different resistance levels that help get the job done, but if you’re really into cardio, you probably should go for something a little more challenging. 

You should also know this bike has a max user weight of 250 pounds and only has a 2-year warranty. We wouldn’t recommend treating this thing like a Peloton, but if you want something to keep you active while watching TV, then this is a good choice. 

Read our full Marcy Foldable Exercise Bike review for our full thoughts.

For another budget-friendly option that’s not foldable, check out the YOSUDA Indoor Cycling Bike.

The Sunny Health and Fitness Belt Drive Indoor Cycle Exercise Bike (SF-B1002) is a budget exercise bike that costs under $400. Don’t let the price fool you, though—you get a super-quiet, belt-driven bike that won’t drown out the TV or wake up your roommates if you’re getting an early morning ride in. In testing, the noise reached 47.4 decibels, just a few over the room noise of 40.7 decibels.

“I was afraid to get on it because I thought it was going to feel like a cheap bike, but boy was I wrong,” says Anthony O’Reilly, certified personal trainer and an expert product tester. “It felt sturdy at all times and had enough resistance to challenge me. This is the exercise bike I’d recommend to most people who just want a simple indoor bike.” Anthony rates the durability a 4 out of 5.

The durable 49-pound flywheel provides a smooth ride while making each workout challenging. There are also hundreds of manual micro-adjustment levels, so you can go from a calm Sunday ride to a mountain bike-level experience in seconds.

That’s a lot for a budget-friendly exercise bike, but you do have to sacrifice some conveniences, which is where this bike took its lowest scores on our rating system—a 2.5 out of 5. Those sacrifices will mostly come in the form of tech (this one lacks a screen and built-in workout programs), and the leather resistance pad will need maintenance from time to time.

Some people don’t care about those features, so if you fall into that category and are simply looking for a good workout every time you hop on, we think you’ll be pleased with this bike. 

Don’t just take our word for it, though. This is one of the most-reviewed exercise bikes on Amazon. Despite having more than 6,000 Amazon customer reviews, it has a rating of 4.4 stars out of 5. For a bike under $400 with free shipping to your door, that’s hard to ignore.

Find the right Sunny Health and Fitness bike for you by reading our Sunny Health and Fitness Exercise Bike reviews.

If you want to spend more for a higher-quality bike that still functions like a traditional spin bike, the NordicTrack X24 Bike can be a worthwhile option.