The Best Exercise Bikes on Amazon in 2024

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These days, buying anything you need can be as simple as going to Amazon. Though the site may be clutch for finding niche books or random handy household tools, it’s also a great place to scout out big purchases, like home gym equipment. Take exercise bikes, for example. The megaretailer offers over 1,000 different machines from bargain brands...
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These days, buying anything you need can be as simple as going to Amazon. Though the site may be clutch for finding niche books or random handy household tools, it’s also a great place to scout out big purchases, like home gym equipment. Take exercise bikes, for example. The megaretailer offers over 1,000 different machines from bargain brands as well as prestige brands, like Peloton and NordicTrack, that you may already know and love.





If you’re shopping for an exercise bike on Amazon — whether it’s for convenience, Prime shipping, or the goldmine of customer reviews — there’s just one problem: There are a lot of options. To help sort through the noise, we’ve carefully combed through and selected the best exercise bikes on Amazon, including many we personally tested and reviewed. In our picks below, you’ll find everything from premium, studio-style bikes with high-tech streaming to budget bikes you can fold up and store away. No matter what your workout needs are, this list is about to make shopping for an exercise bike on Amazon much simpler.





The Best Exercise Bikes on Amazon







About our Expert



This article has been reviewed by Amanda Capritto, CPT, CES, CNC, CF-L1, CSNC, a certified personal trainer, CrossFit Level 1 instructor, and BarBend editorial team member. She reviewed the research we cite and the exercise bikes we listed to help ensure we’re providing helpful, accurate descriptions and recommendations.






How We Tested and Chose the Best Exercise Bikes on Amazon



When you’re looking for a restaurant rec, you probably consult your foodiest friend and for help choosing an outfit, your most stylish. Consider us your fitness-obsessed friends and the perfect people to ask about workout gear. We’ve been testing fitness equipment, including exercise bikes, for years, and many of us are even personal trainers ourselves. We’ve logged countless hours sweating on more than 20 bikes to suss out which are worth a purchase.





Our expert testers evaluated them across 12 criteria including footprint and portability, durability, adjustability and ergonomics, tech capabilities, warranty, and even customer service, to arrive at the picks below. Here are a few factors we paid particular attention to when selecting these seven exercise bikes from Amazon.





Reputability and Durability



Amazon makes ordering easy, but it’s no secret that some of its products don’t live up to the promises (or pictures) that you see online. When considering exercise equipment, specifically, you may have concerns about its quality and durability. (After all, you’ll be riding with your full body weight on the machine in question.) We double-checked the listings to ensure they were legit. And while testing the bikes, we carefully judged their durability and stability to make sure they feel like they’ll last.





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Our BarBend tester riding the NordicTrack S22i.



One piece of this puzzle includes looking at the warranty, so that affected our decisions, too. The most durable bikes offer a 10-year warranty, but our certified personal trainer and expert reviewer Amanda Capritto recommends looking for “at least five years on the frame, two years on parts, and one year for labor.”





Price



Amazon prices run the gamut, and that’s true for the exercise bikes they sell, too. The bikes listed here range from $180 to $2,000+, so you can find one that works for your budget but still allows you to log some at-home cardio in peace — and maybe even with the speed of Prime shipping.





Features



Budget bikes aren’t going to have the same features as a piece of high-end workout equipment, but we still expect them to do their job. We scouted out the features on each bike, from water bottle and dumbbell holders to media shelves and fancy streaming displays. We’ll highlight the most important ones below, but beyond that, it’s up to you to decide which features matter for your individual workout needs.





Best Exercise Bike on Amazon Overall: NordicTrack S22i















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NordicTrack S22i Studio Bike









The NordicTrack Commercial S22i is high-tech and high quality, featuring both advancements like a 22” touchscreen display, and solid specs like 24 levels of quiet magnetic resistance.

















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Specs



  • Price: $1,999


  • Dimensions: 61? L x 22? W x 58? H


  • Weight: 205lbs (in box)


  • Resistance type: SMR Silent Magnetic Resistance


  • Max User Capacity: 350lbs







Pros



  • The S22i can incline up to 20 percent and decline down to -10 percent, a unique feature for an exercise bike.


  • This bike offers one of the best streaming experiences out there, with a 22-inch rotating touchscreen and iFIT integration.


  • During guided workouts, the bike automatically changes the incline/decline and adjusts between the 24 digital resistance levels.







Cons



  • You can tilt the bike onto small transport wheels to move it around, but it’s otherwise not that easy to store thanks to the large screen.


  • At nearly $2,000, this exercise bike is the most expensive on this list.


  • The built-in display can only be used for iFIT; you can’t stream other workouts or entertainment like Netflix.






We’ve included the NordicTrack S22i in a lot of our best exercise bike lists and named it the overall best exercise bike on Amazon for a reason. The S22i offers a unique feature you won’t find on hardly any other models: You can ride on a decline (down to -10 percent) or an incline (up to 20 percent), which you may have seen on treadmills, but likely not a stationary bike.





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BarBend lead video reviewer Jake Herod riding the NordicTrack S22i.



Even cooler? The bike comes integrated with iFIT, a streaming service that allows you to take studio-style classes or scenic rides on the 22-inch HD touchscreen. When you’re doing either, the bike will automatically adjust the resistance, incline, and decline for you. Our testers were wowed, giving the S22i a 5 out of 5 score for dynamic programming, customizations, and tech capabilities. “??iFit is amazing: You can do coach-led workouts, studio classes, and live classes, and more,” said our tester and certified personal trainer, Kate Meier.






https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6JbKMsCmG4Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: NordicTrack S22i Exercise Bike Review (2022) — Most INTERACTIVE BIKE? (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6JbKMsCmG4)




When you aren’t riding, the screen swivels so you can take classes off the bike, too — which is clutch, considering iFIT offers classes across 60+ modalities. The downside of iFIT is that it costs extra on top of the $2K you shell out for the bike. You get a 30-day free trial with purchase, but after that, it costs $39 a month or $180 a year. Without the membership, you can’t use the screen for other things like watching TV or YouTube. You can use the bike in manual mode, and there are a few classes you may be able to access for free.





This is one of the bigger bikes on this list, measuring a few inches taller and longer than a Peloton Bike, for example, so it’s not one to buy if you’re hoping to hide it away; our testers gave it a 3.5 out of 5 for footprint and portability. “There are front wheels that make it easier to move, but you have to be careful with the big screen, which can take over a small space. It’s also moderately heavy; some people will need a second person to help,” Meier said. The good news here is that it’s heavy because it’s sturdy, and you can ride hard and out of the saddle without a worry. As long as you’re OK with committing to iFIT, this could be a great Amazon exercise bike for you.





Read our full NordicTrack S22i Exercise Bike Review.





Best Air Bike on Amazon: Assault Fitness Air Bike















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Assault Fitness Air Bike









The Assault AirBike is a moderately priced bike with a solid build that features a powder-coated steel frame. It’s an upright indoor bike with moving arms that’s designed to burn calories and integrate seamlessly into cross-training and interval workouts.

















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Specs



  • Price: $749


  • Dimensions: 59.95? L x 23.34? W x 50? H


  • Weight: 110lbs


  • Resistance Type: Air


  • Max User Capacity: 300lbs







Pros



  • Research shows that air bikes like this build upper and lower body strength in addition to aerobic endurance. (1)


  • This is the most affordable Assault Fitness Air Bike, coming in at $200 less than the Pro X and half the price of the Elite model.


  • This bike is sturdy and stable, with a heavy-duty steel frame.







Cons



  • This bike has a chain drive system instead of a belt, the latter of which tends to be smoother.


  • You’ll need to do some maintenance work to keep it running well.


  • The bike doesn’t come with a warranty when purchased from Amazon, but you can add a 2-year protection plan for $55.






Air bikes aren’t typical stationary bikes: Instead of a metal flywheel, they have a fan wheel. As you pedal, the wheel turns, creating resistance by pushing against the air — and the harder you pedal, the more resistance you face. As you pedal, you push and pull the handlebars, engaging your upper body, too. This makes riding an air bike a near-full-body workout, and is why it’s favored for HIIT training: You can push yourself into high exertion levels without sprinting or doing burpees.





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Jake using Assault AirBike.



This Assault Fitness model is as classic as air bikes get; it’s the one you’ve probably seen in gyms or CrossFit boxes. If you consider how much wear and tear those endure, then this should last exponentially longer in your home. “With proper maintenance, an assault bike should last years,” says our expert tester and personal trainer, giving it a 4 out of 5 for durability. Assault lists maintenance details on its website, including things like tightening bolts and lubricating the chain every few weeks or months. Worth noting: “Belt drives (found on the Rogue Echo Bike) are more durable and don’t require as much or as frequent maintenance as chain drives (found on Assault Bikes),” says Amanda Capritto, certified personal trainer and our expert reviewer.






https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ok34YSJqQgEVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Assault AirBike Review (2022) — Feel the BURN? (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ok34YSJqQgE)




Unlike other bikes on this list, this one doesn’t have many fancy features. “Tech usually isn’t the name of the game with air bikes; however, it does have limited Bluetooth heart rate monitor connectivity,” says our expert tester, which is why she gave it 3 out of 5 for tech capabilities. The LCD screen shows performance stats (time, calories, distance, speed, watts, RPM), and offers a few simple guided workout programs. It has a ledge to hold your device, and there’s a water bottle holder under the console.





You get all this for $750. It’s the cheapest of Assault’s bike offerings, but it still costs more than budget air bikes on Amazon, which go for as little as $200. “If I were going to buy an air bike, it would be this one,” says our expert tester, who gave it 4.5 out of 5 for value. “It’s durable, will last a long time, and provides a smooth ride for a fan bike.” Just keep in mind, this isn’t for leisurely pedaling. If you like to do endurance rides or stream workout classes, this is not the exercise bike for you.





Read our full Assault Air Bike Review.





Best Exercise Bike with Screen on Amazon: Bowflex VeloCore















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Bowflex Velocore









Bowflex features an innovative leaning mode and can support users up to 325 pounds. Plus, you'll receive a two month free trial to JRNY with your purchase.

















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Specs



  • Price: $2,199 for 22” console, $1,799 for 16” console


  • Dimensions: 55.3” H x 59.8? L x 24.1? W


  • Weight: 155-158lbs


  • Resistance type: Magnetic resistance


  • Max User Capacity: 325lbs







Pros



  • You can buy the bike with a 16” or 22” HD touchscreen, depending on your preferences and budget.


  • This bike leans from side to side, replicating the feel of riding a real road bike.


  • The VeloCore offers 100 levels of precise and quiet magnetic resistance — 76 more than the NordicTrack S22i.







Cons



  • After a 2-month free trial, you’ll need to subscribe to JRNY for $19.99/mo or $149/yr to stream workout content or entertainment on the bike’s screen.


  • Customers don’t love the JRNY workouts and programs as much as competitor classes from Peloton or iFIT.


  • Setup took our tester three hours, and Amazon doesn’t offer assistance with assembly.






If you’re looking for an exercise bike on Amazon with a screen, peep the Bowflex VeloCore. It comes in two HD touchscreen sizes — 16” and 22” — so you can choose how big you want to go. Both have built-in speakers and Bluetooth connectivity and can tilt forward/backward for viewing comfort while you ride.





You’ll really enjoy the screen when you take Explore the World classes via JRNY (the integrated streaming platform), which let you virtually ride around the globe. You can also take studio-style classes or non-cycling classes using the JRNY app on your own device. When you aren’t in the mood for a class, you can watch Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, and Disney+ on the bike’s display.





You cannot, however, stream workouts from other platforms such as Peloton or Zwift, and after a free trial, you’ll need to pay for a JRNY subscription ($19.99/mo or $149/yr) to use the display to watch anything at all. “That’s important to keep in mind because without paying for the subscription, you can’t use a lot of the cool features that the VeloCore offers,” our tester said. With all that in mind, she still gave the VeloCore a 5 out of 5 in tech capabilities.





This bike has another standout feature: It leans. The bike tilts from side to side while you ride, just like if you were careening around corners on a real bike. Customers say this adds a balance and core-strengthening challenge to their workouts and is just plain fun — though you can also ride in stationary mode if you don’t want to lean.





Otherwise, the VeloCore has everything else you’d expect in a premium exercise bike, including 100 levels of resistance and a 33-pound flywheel for a smooth ride. “It’s a quiet machine with silent magnetic resistance,” our tester said. The only thing missing, she noted, is automatic resistance adjustment when taking JRNY classes (a feature that is available on the NordicTrack S22i and Peloton Bike+). Instead, you need to manually tap the resistance up or down.





When you buy this bike on Amazon, you’ll still get Bowflex’s warranty — 10 years for the frame, three for parts, and one for labor — which is what you should expect for a bike around $2,000. Overall, our tester gave it a 4.5 out of 5 for value: “This is an expensive piece of home gym equipment, but it’s reasonable for all the features you get.”





Best Budget Exercise Bike on Amazon: Sunny Health & Fitness SF-B1002















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Sunny Health & Fitness Indoor Cycling Bike SF-B1002









This bike's 49-pound flywheel is one of the largest we've seen on a consumer indoor cycle and will help you build momentum while keeping your ride smooth. The transport wheels are also large and durable, so you can move tip this bike and move it out of the way when your workout is over.















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