What are the best exercise bikes with advanced features like heart rate monitors or custom workout programs?
This page compares 6 exercise bikes with verified specifications and prices. Top options include AssaultFitness AssaultBike Classic (AirBike Classic), Schwinn Schwinn IC4 (also sold as 130 IC4), NordicTrack NordicTrack X22i (or X24 in some listings). Prices range from £559 to £1,715. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
| Product ⇅ | Price ⇅ | Resistance Levels ⇅ | Max User Weight (kg) ⇅ | Seat Adjustability ⇅ | Flywheel Weight (kg) ⇅ | Display Type ⇅ | Pedal Straps ⇅ | Heart Rate Monitor ⇅ |
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AssaultFitness AssaultBike Classic (AirBike Classic)
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£558.83 ≈ | — | 300 lbs | 11 height settings; 5 fore-aft settings | — | High-contrast LCD | — | ✓ |
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The AssaultBike Classic is a heavy-duty fan bike with a steel frame, 25-27 in diameter steel fan, chain drive, and an LCD console that shows watts, RPM, calories, time, distance, and heart rate. It offers robust durability for commercial or home use and built-in interval programs for HIIT and Tabata training. It suits athletes wanting an intense, full-body cardio tool. ★ Ideal forWell-suited because it includes a heart-rate-capable LCD console and built-in interval programs (Tabata and custom) for structured workouts.
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Schwinn Schwinn IC4 (also sold as 130 IC4)
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£670.75 ≈ | 100 | 330 lbs | 4-way adjustable seat (height and fore-aft) | 40 lb | Backlit LCD metric console | ✓ | ✓ |
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The Schwinn IC4 is a connected indoor cycling bike with 100 levels of magnetic resistance, a 40 lb flywheel, dual-sided SPD/toe-cage pedals, and a backlit LCD console. It includes a Bluetooth heart rate armband, USB charging, dumbbells and works with apps like Peloton, Zwift and JRNY, making it suitable for both steady rides and app-based interval training. The frame supports up to 330 lbs and offers extensive adjustability for a wide range of riders. ★ Ideal forIdeal for buyers seeking advanced connected features because it provides Bluetooth heart rate monitoring, 100 resistance levels, and app compatibility for custom workouts. |
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NordicTrack NordicTrack X22i (or X24 in some listings)
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£1715.30 ≈ | — | 300 lbs | — | — | 22 in tilting touchscreen | — | ✓ |
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The NordicTrack X22i is a high-end incline treadmill with a 22 in tilting touchscreen, -6% decline to 40% incline, 0-12 MPH speed range, and a 300 lb user capacity. It pairs with iFit for guided workouts and supports Bluetooth heart-rate monitoring and an included iFit chest strap on some packages, making it suited for immersive, trainer-led sessions. ★ Ideal forBest for users who want advanced connected workouts and heart-rate-driven training because it has a 22 in touchscreen, Bluetooth heart-rate support, and iFit AutoAdjust/ActivePulse features.
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Bowflex Bowflex VeloCore Bike 22
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£1118.41 ≈ | 100 magnetic resistance levels | 325 lbs | Adjustable seat | 33 lbs | 22 in immersive HD touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
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The Bowflex VeloCore Bike 22 features a 22 in HD touchscreen, 100 magnetic resistance levels, leaning and stationary modes, hybrid SPD and toe-cage pedals, and a Bluetooth heart rate armband. It includes JRNY adaptive workouts, built-in speakers, and a pair of 3 lb dumbbells, suited for interactive, entertainment-friendly indoor cycling. ★ Ideal forWell suited for riders seeking advanced features because it offers 100 magnetic resistance levels, a Bluetooth heart rate armband, JRNY adaptive workouts, and a 22 in HD touchscreen for custom programs.
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Echelon Echelon EX-5s
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£895.32 ≈ | 32 | 300 lbs | Height & Depth, Fore/Aft | 29 lbs | 22 in HD touchscreen (rotating) | ✓ | ✓ |
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The Echelon EX-5s is a smart connect studio bike with a 22 in rotating HD touchscreen, motorized magnetic resistance (32 levels), hybrid SPD/toe-cage pedals, and rear-mounted 29 lb flywheel. It supports external heart rate monitors and offers adjustable seat and handlebars for a studio-style indoor cycling experience, suited to users who want connected classes and a premium display. The bike requires mains power for the console and resistance control. ★ Ideal forIdeal for users seeking advanced smart bike features because it has a 22 in touchscreen, 32 resistance levels, and heart rate monitor connectivity for guided or heart-rate-based workouts.
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Rogue Rogue Echo Bike V3.0
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£607.33 ≈ | — | 330 | 11 height and 5 fore-to-back | — | LCD console (5 in x 8 in) Bluetooth and ANT+ compatible | — | ✓ |
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The Rogue Echo Bike V3.0 is a heavy-duty belt-driven air bike with a 123 lb steel frame, Bluetooth/ANT+ LCD console, and unlimited air resistance that scales with user effort. It offers extensive seat adjustability and is built for stability and high-intensity interval training, suitable for home gyms and commercial use. ★ Ideal forIdeal for users wanting advanced features because it supports external heart rate monitors via Bluetooth/ANT+ and offers an LCD console with interval modes and target tracking.
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