Ranking of the best hybrid exercise bikes for 2022

Sports simulators help in gyms, at home to keep fit, improve appearance, increase body endurance. Studying the ranking of the best hybrid exercise bikes for 2022, you can choose the best option for an amateur, professional, young or old person.

Benefits, contraindications

Exercise bikes imitate cycling, help maintain health, improve the condition of the body after illnesses and injuries. Consist of frame, seat, steering wheel, pedals, monitor.

Advantages:

1. Improves endurance, physical fitness.
2. Strengthens the heart muscle.
3. Relieves shortness of breath (respiratory system).
4. Prevention of varicose diseases, lymph stagnation.
5. All muscle groups are trained.
6. You can adjust the load.
7. Affects coordination and concentration.
8. Allows you to practice at any time, regardless of the weather.

Before starting training, you should consult with your family doctor, cardiologist, therapist.

Contraindications:

• heart disease (angina pectoris);
• high blood pressure (hypertension);
• arthritis, arthrosis;
• bronchial asthma;
• diabetes;
• severe form of varicose veins.

The specialist will tell you the duration of classes, signs of exercises, types of simulators (in case of spinal injuries, you cannot exercise on vertical types of exercise bikes).

What are

Simulators are distinguished by the type of landing, the action of the braking system.

Landing type:

1. Vertical - an exact copy of a bicycle, where the pedals are located under the seat.
2. Horizontal - the pedals are located in front, horizontally to the seat, the load on the joints and spine is reduced.
3. Hybrid - combine the properties of vertical and horizontal models, has a high cost.

Mobile version - portable, portable type, has only pedals.

The advantages of hybrid models are the combination of a vertical, horizontal view, the ability to train different parts of the muscles. Cons - high cost.

Brake system:

1. Inertial - block capture of the flywheel.
2. Belt - the belt connects the pedals and the flywheel, creates tension.
3. Magnetic - the magnet regulates the load.
4. Electromagnetic (veloergometers) - connects to the network, uses an electromagnetic field.

The lowest price - models with an inertial, belt system. Other options (magnetic, bicycle ergometers) allow you to choose loads, have many types of activities, but if they break, repairs will be expensive.

How to choose

Before buying a simulator, a consultation with a trainer, a doctor (therapist, cardiologist) is required. Using the advice received from experts, it is worth using the selection options:

1. Determine the type of product, brake system.
2. To study the functionality of products (number of programs, measurements).
3. Measure the intended installation location, determine the dimensions.
4. It is important to have an outlet for plug-in models.
5. Browse the range of sports shops.
6. Familiarize yourself with the terms of delivery, installation, availability of discounts, promotions.
7. Specify the warranty period, terms of exchange, return.

Ranking of the best hybrid exercise bikes for 2022

The review of popular models was compiled based on the reviews of visitors to online sports goods stores, the Yandex Market Internet site.

There are three categories by value (rubles): up to 50,000, up to 140,000, more than 140,000.

Up to 50.000 rub.

5th place Bicycle ergometer Ironman Fitness IM-R7

Price: 10.830-15.900 rubles.

The manufacturer is the well-known Ironman Fitness company.

It has a standard design, a display on the steering wheel, a stable platform, a wide back, foot pedal locks. It differs not in one-color design - there are black, silver, red elements, a large company logo on the front.

Peculiarities:

• permissible weight - 136 kg;
• magnetic look;
• flywheel - 10 kg;
• 15 pre-programmed workouts;
• 16 degrees of loading.

Data available on the display: calorie consumption, speed, distance. The pulse is measured by a heart rate sensor built into the steering wheel.

Additional elements: bottle stand (mugs), uneven surface adjusters, transport wheels.

Parameters (assembled view) (cm): length - 145, height - 134, depth - 71. Weight without packaging - 59 kg.

• comfortable seat, back;
• built-in heart rate monitor;
• main information on the display;
• simple adjustment, installation;
• built-in programs, difficulty levels.

• you can't put your hands on it.

4th place WNQ 7318WB

Cost: 13.480-18.000 rubles.

The manufacturer is a well-known company "WNQ".

It consists of a steel frame, black seat, electronic display on a metal steering wheel with short handles. The pedals have adjustable straps.

The screen shows information: speed, cadence, exercise time, calories burned, distance.

Properties:

• magnetic load;
• permissible weight - 135 kg;
• 17 downloaded versions of classes (fitness assessments);
• built-in pacemaker.

Can be used by amateurs and professionals.

Additional equipment: pedal straps, rollers for movement.

Parameters (cm): length - 172, height - 105, depth - 59. Weight - 55 kg.

• convenient design;
• 17 lessons with assessment;
• information on the screen;
• pulse measurement (built-in sensor);
• easy to rearrange;
• fastening of the legs with straps.

• you can not train your hands;
• only pre-programmed workouts.

3rd place Matrix MX-H5x 2008

Price: 15.960-21.800 rubles.

The product is manufactured under the popular Matrix brand.

It has a steel-colored design, a black seat with a back, armrests.The display steering wheel can be tilted. The pedals are attached with black straps to the feet.

Properties:

• electromagnetic system;
• permissible weight - up to 180 kg;
• 25 load types;
• 8 programs (constant measurement of heart rate, efforts).

The screen shows information: speed, distance, exercise time, calories burned, pedaling, heart rate.

Equipment: regulators (for uneven surfaces), pedal straps.

Dimensions (cm): length - 147, height - 140, depth - 74. Weight - 84 kg.

• compact dimensions;
• comfortable seat;
• steering wheel adjustment;
• electromagnetic option;
• maximum weight 180 kg;
• constant rhythm control;
• independent programming.

• no exercises for shoulders, arms.

2nd place Ironman Fitness Viper bicycle ergometer

Cost: 18.360-26.200 rubles.

The manufacturer is the well-known Russian company Ironman.

The standard design has a silver body, a black seat with a comfortable backrest, armrests. Red elements highlight the front, end caps, screen outline.

The display shows data: distance, speed, calories burned, rotational speed.

Peculiarities:

• magnetic system;
• flywheel 9 kg;
• allowable weight up to 136;
• 16 load types;
• 18 workouts;
• 4 specialized programs (from heart rhythm).

Heart rate is measured by a built-in sensor on the steering wheel.

Additional elements of the kit: bottle stand (mounted on the front sash), floor unevenness regulators, wheels (transfer).

Parameters (m): height - 1.27, length - 1.40, depth - 0.61. The weight of the goods is 61 kg.

• small parameters;
• 16 types of load, 18 lessons;
• there are 4 options adjustable by pulse;
• built-in heart rate sensor;
• elements of a complete set;
• easy to rearrange.

• hands are not trained.

1 seat Horizon Elite H308

Price: 32.420-45.100 rubles.

Goods of the famous American brand "Horizon".

A simple form has a silver frame, black elements of the seat, backrest, pedal straps, plugs. Comfortable saddle with armrests, a place for a plastic bottle, a glass. The information is visible on a rectangular screen between the handles.

Properties:

• electromagnetic type;
• flywheel 8.5 kg;
• maximum weight 136;
• 20 types of load;
• 8 options for classes (constant application of effort).

The display shows data: distance, speed, calorie loss. Measurement of heart rate in two ways: built-in device, connecting a wireless device.

The set includes: a stand for a container, wheels (machine movement).

Parameters (m): height - 1.39, length - 1.48, depth - 0.65. The mass of goods is 60 kg.

• electromagnetic option;
• classes with a constant increase in effort;
• 20 types of load;
• two options for measuring the pulse;
• compact dimensions;
• easy to change:
• independent programming.

• hands are not loaded.

Up to 140.000 rub.

3rd place Panatta CF 6 ST Bike

Price: 70.830-96.400 rubles.

The manufacturer is a common company "Panatta" (Italy).

Differs in a white frame, red, black elements. It has a black backless saddle, a dynamic handlebar, straps on the pedals, and a stable design.

Properties:

• inertial type;
• the tilt of the steering wheel is adjustable;
• change vertically, horizontally;
• can be used by professionals, athletes.

Complete set: pedal straps, wheels (transportation).

Dimensions (m): height - 1.40, length - 1.00, depth - 0.64. Weight - 74 kg.

• bright look;
• change of position vertically, horizontally;
• steering wheel adjustment;
• compact dimensions;
• easy to rearrange.

• inertial view;
• without heart rate measurement.

2nd place Sportop B5000 hybrid exercise bike

Cost: 87.350-118.800 rubles.

The manufacturer is the well-known company "Sportop" (USA \ Taiwan).

Differs in the compact sizes, a convenient back, the big LED display. The screen is divided into 2 parts: the upper one is graphical (graphics are highlighted in green), the lower one is 6 cells of 3 in two rows (red data).

The front rack is a plastic holder for a branded metal bottle (aluminum).

Peculiarities:

• electromagnetic type;
• maximum weight - 130 kg:
• flywheel 9 kg;
• 16 load types;
• 37 options for classes;
• "BodyFat" rating.

The display screen shows information: lost calories, distance, speed. Additional data: number of heartbeats, applied efforts.

Types of programs: 12 installed, 16 manual, 4 pulse-dependent, 4 from the user, 1 - Watt-control.

The heart rate is measured in two ways: contact (through the plates on the handles near the steering wheel, seat), non-contact (connection of the Polar wearable device).

The set consists of parts: a stand (holder) for a bottle, a branded aluminum bottle, wheels for rearrangement, and regulators.

Can be used in fitness centers, subject to work 4 hours a day.

Dimensions (m): height - 1.33, length - 1.35, depth - 0.69. Weight - 63 kg.

Warranty period - 12 months (commercial use), 24 months (home use).

• small parameters;
• electromagnetic system;
• comfortable back;
• many programs;
• measuring the pulse in two ways;
• pedal straps;
• independent programming.

• no hand loads.

1st place Bicycle ergometer Matrix H3x (2009)

Price: 100.910-140.670 rubles.

Goods of the popular company "Matrix" (USA\Taiwan).

The simulator has a stable shape, consists of two racks. Front - lower section with pedals, rack (steering wheel, screen, holders). Two types of holders: books, bottle. The back part is a high rack, a black seat with a back, handles.

Properties:

• electromagnetic type;
• maximum weight 176 kg;
• 8 workouts;
• 25 types of loads;
• independent power supply from the generator;
• one lesson, depending on the rhythm.

Information on the screen: rotation frequency, speed, distance, energy expended.

There are two options for measuring the pulse: connecting a wireless device, built-in sensor (steering wheel).

The sales kit includes: stands (books, bottle), pedal straps, installation regulators (uneven floor).

Dimensions (cm): height - 150, length - 147, depth - 74. Weight - 75 kg.

The warranty period is 5 years.

• stable construction;
• comfortable seat;
• additional accessories (stands, belts);
• two types of heart rate measurement;
• large allowable weight
• warranty period 5 years.

• you cannot program yourself;
• no hand loads.

More than 140.000 rub.

4th place Bicycle ergometer Matrix H7x 2009

Cost: 134.760-183.300 rubles.

A product of the popular American brand "Matrix".

The model is distinguished by a wide screen, the presence of a fan, a book stand, and a stable fit. There are additional straps on the pedals. The comfortable seat has an adjustable backrest and armrests.

Peculiarities:

• electromagnetic system;
• maximum weight 176 kg;
• 8 lessons;
• 25 types of load;
• load 12 W.

The console displays data: speed, energy consumption, length, rotational speed.Additional parameters: effort level, heart rate changes.

Heart rate is measured by a built-in device on the handlebars, a wireless sensor.

Additional elements of the kit: two stands (for books, bottles), a fan, correct installation regulators (compensators).

Dimensions (m): height - 1.50, depth - 0.74, length - 1.47. Weight without packaging - 76 kg.

• simple design;
• wide panel;
• fan;
• large allowable weight;
• comfortable seat.

• you can't program yourself.

3rd place Bicycle ergometer AMMITY Pro ACB 7000

Price: 160.000 rubles.

Goods of the famous brand "AMMITY" (France\Taiwan).

The spin bike is similar to a real bike. You can conduct professional, amateur classes for legs and arms.

The front part consists of a large wheel, a central rack with a mini computer (LCD display 5.5″), side dynamic handles. The rear is a smaller wheel, adjustable saddle. The whole structure is mounted on a solid frame.

The ADC™ resistance system is used (individual load adjustment, the capabilities of the aerodynamic front wheel, flywheel are used).

Properties:

• aeromagnetic system;
• permissible weight 180 kg;
• human height (cm) 160-190;
• flywheel 4.9;
• 8 workouts.

Loaded programs: pulse-dependent, quick start "Quick Start".

Screen data in English: heart rate, speed, distance, calories burned, exercise time, rotation frequency. Heart rate is measured by a built-in sensor, wireless devices can be connected.

Additional components: wheels (movement), uneven ground adjusters (compensators),

Dimensions (m): height - 1.36, depth - 0.72, length - 1.25. Weight - 78.6 kg.

The warranty period is 36 months.

• interesting design;
• exercises for legs, hands;
• large allowable weight;
• adjustment for height 160-190 cm;
• aeromagnetic version;
• the number of loads is not limited;
• 3 year warranty.

• English interface language.

2nd place Bicycle ergometer Matrix H3xe VA (2012)

Cost: 143.370-212.200 rubles.

The product is manufactured by the American company "Matrix".

Differs in the strong case, a double layer of painting, varnishing. Color 7-inch TFT-LCD Vista Clear screen displays data in Russian: class time, level, heart rate readings, energy consumption, speed. You can view video (virtual landscape), personal data.

The seat has a comfortable shape, helium filler.

Peculiarities:

• electromagnetic type;
• permissible weight 182 kg;
• 8 programs;
• 25 load types;
• two types of power supply: autonomous, from the network.

Activity types: intervals, swings, individual, calorie intensive, heart rate-dependent, fixed load, random, specialized (Cooper Institute).

Heart rate is measured by Polar wireless, touch devices on the handles.

There are connections, data transfer via USB, CSAFE, FitLinxx™/FitConnection™ Ready, Netpulse Ready.

Dimensions (m): height - 1.46, thickness - 0.73, length - 1.46. The mass of the installed product is 83.2 kg.

The warranty period is 5 years.

• color 7 inch display;
• information in Russian;
• 8 loaded workouts;
• you can enter data yourself;
• comfortable saddle;
• strong frame;
• 5 year warranty.

• the handles don't move.

1st place Aerobike FITEX PRO P-8

Price: 161.880-166.210 rubles.

The manufacturer is the Russian company FITEX.

The simulator is as similar as possible to a dark gray bicycle, with black, turquoise elements. The metal structure stands on the front, back panel. The front has a large wheel, a B-pillar with a monochrome LCD display. The side handles are movable, used for pumping the muscles of the upper shoulder girdle.

The saddle level is adjustable vertically, horizontally.

Peculiarities:

• aerodynamic (air) resistance;
• no network connection required;
• permissible weight 150 kg;
• 12 built-in options;
• Rhythm measurement via Polar sensor.

Complete set: wheels (movement), adjusting screws of a forward, back support.

Dimensions (m): height - 1.48, thickness - 0.73, length - 1.38. Weight without packaging - 71 kg.

The warranty period is 12 months.

• stylish look;
• aerodynamic option;
• 12 lessons;
• hand training;
• no network connection required.

• without a back.

Conclusion

Modern sports equipment helps to maintain and restore health to people of any age. You can choose the right model of the simulator by considering the rating of the best hybrid exercise bikes for 2022.