10 Highly-Rated Exercise Bikes That Don’t Cost Peloton Money
Here are the best exercise bikes!
Bike & exercise in the comfort of your own home.
Dreaming of endless spin sessions in your very own home? If you’re searching for the perfect bike to complete your home gym at the start of the New Year, we’ve pulled together a list of the very best on the market – without spending Peloton kind of money. 💸
Here are our top picks for the best exercise bikes comparible to Peloton:
- Best Inexpensive Bike – Lanos Folding Exercise Bike
- Most Discreet Option – DeskCycle Under Desk Exercise Bike
- Best Starter Bike – Cyclace Exercise Bike
- Best Silent Bike – Sunny Health & Fitness Bike
- Most Compatible Bike – Schwinn 270 Recumbent Bike
- Most Reliable Bike – Commercial S22i Studio Cycle
- Best Value – Bowflex C6 Bike
- Most Versatile Bike – The MYX II
- Best Risk-Free Option – Echelon Smart Connect Indoor Cycling Bike
- Best Splurge-Worthy Bike – Keiser M3i Indoor Bike
*These exercise bikes are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
1. Lanos Folding Exercise Bike
330-pound maximum weight limit.
Lanos Folding Exercise Bike $179.99 shipped (regularly $269.99)
- Get the recommended exercise equipment mat to go with this exercise bike.
Getting exercise at home doesn’t have to cost nearly as much as you think. In fact, we found one of the best values on the bike market to be under just 200 bucks! Plus, you get two in one with its upright and recumbent abilities.
The back-to-basics LCD screen also allows you to keep track of your distance biked in miles, speed, time, calories burned, and your heart rate. When you’re done, it folds upright and wheels away – perfect for anyone short on space.
2. DeskCycle Under Desk Exercise Bike
No weight limit, but not intended to support your body weight.
DeskCycle Under Desk Exercise Bike $229
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Final cost just $209 shipped!
- Get the recommended exercise equipment mat to go with this mini exercise bike.
If you can’t bring yourself to physically get on a bike quite yet or you’re struggling to find the time to fit in a workout, consider this convenient & low-impact under-the-desk mini exercise bike for your home or office. It weighs just 23 pounds and is also better for your joints if that’s a concern for you.
It has 8 magnetic resistance settings, is incredibly discreet, and has a basic LCD display so you can keep track of distance traveled and your record times. Adjustable velcro straps allow you to tailor the pedals to whatever shoes you wore to work (or around the house) and it’ll even fit under desks as low as 27 inches!
Want to take your sessions to the next level? Grab a Balance Disc! It’s great for office chairs and will add stability, strengthen your core, and help improve your posture.
3. Cyclace Exercise Bike
330-pound maximum weight limit.
Cyclace Exercise Bike $299.99 (regularly $399.99)
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Final cost just $264.99 shipped!
- Get the recommended exercise equipment mat to go with this exercise bike.
If you’re serious about starting your biking journey at home, grab this upgraded mid-range exercise bike that boasts a sturdier triangular frame, 36 lb flywheel, belt-driven system, stronger resistance bar for a longer cycle, and one of the highest extended seats that can fit users up to 6.5 feet tall! 🤯
The LCD monitor tracks your time, speed, distance, and calories burned. It also has an upgraded multi-grip handlebar with adjustable resistance which supports different exercise intensities. So whether you’re a true beginner or already an expert, you’ll be getting the workouts you desire from day one.
4. Sunny Health & Fitness Bike
300-pound maximum weight limit.
Sunny Health & Fitness Bike $568.99 shipped (regularly $599.98)
- Get the matching exercise equipment mat to go with this exercise bike.
The magnetic resistance on this exercise bike creates a smooth & ultra-quiet ride that will have you feeling like you’re on an actual Peloton bike! Made of heavy-duty materials, this bike allows you to experience high-intensity cardio workouts that support multi-hand grips & high-interval training.
Better yet, happy reviewers shared it also works seamlessly with the Peloton app so you can stream all your favorite spin classes and watch them from the built-in device holder on this exercise bike! Could it even get any better than this?!
Want to improve your riding? One reviewer shared that she purchased clipless pedals to make her rides even more seamless & enjoyable.
5. Schwinn 270 Recumbent Bike
300-pound maximum weight limit.
Schwinn 270 Recumbent Bike $499.99 (regularly $649.99)
*Available for in-store pickup only.
Get anything but ordinary cardio workouts with this exercise bike when you can choose between 29 different programs & 25 levels of resistance. It has an ergonomic heart rate grip handle and is compatible with Bluetooth to sync with your MyFitnessPal app.
Plus, it has an incredibly solid single-piece frame, 2 integrated levelers, and large mid-frame support for outstanding durability. Best of all, the exercise bike itself is compatible with up to 4 users so you can enjoy it with your spouse or go all-in on it with your active roommates.
6. Nordic Track’s Commercial S22i is a top-tier choice.
350-pound maximum weight limit.
Commercial S22i Studio Cycle $1,099 (regularly $1,499.99) shipped
Our Hip teammate Paige absolutely loves it and believes this is the ultimate bike! Her husband is actually a cyclist, and they both feel like this is the best long-term, reliable exercise bike on the market.
The S22i Studio Cycle includes a 30-day iFit Family membership ($39 value) as well in addition to tracking your progress and having all sorts of workouts to choose from, some even going beyond the bike! There’s also a fun feature where you can choose any location on Google Maps and bike virtually anywhere in the world.
7. Bowflex C6 Bike
330-pound maximum weight limit.
Bowflex C6 Bike $899 shipped (regularly $999)
Recommended by one of our team members, the Bowflex C6 Bike will have you sweating out the toxins in a smooth, quiet manner! There are a hundred resistance levels. On top of the bike itself, you’ll also score a pair of three-pound dumbbells you can utilize during your workouts!
When you purchase this bike, you’ll also get a free one-year subscription to the app JRNY ($149 value), which includes thousands of workouts.
8. The Myx II
350-pound maximum weight limit.
The MYX II $1,399 shipped!
The MYX II offers full-body workouts to get your mind to feel as good as your body does. You’re not alone on this fitness journey, either; dozens of motivating, work-renown trainers are here to give you the support, accountability, and motivation you need.
One of the best features is that none of these workouts are ever repetitive because thousands of new fitness content are added weekly!
This bike does come with free shipping and assembly, a $250 value. However, it does require a BODi membership; after a 30-day free trial, Beachbody On Demand & BODi retail for $119.88/year. Some MYX Fitness bikes actually include the BODi membership in their price and will give you a credit if you already have it!
9. Echelon Smart Connect Indoor Cycling Bike
300-pound maximum weight limit.
Echelon Smart Connect Indoor Cycling Bike $649.99 shipped (regularly $799.99)!
With over 2,000 reviews, this Echelon Smart Connect Bike has over 30 levels of magnetic resistance. The bike is sleek and compact without compromising its durability and performance. Plus, you’ll score a 30-day free trial for the Echelon Premier Membership (regularly $34.99/month), which has over 3,000 workout videos.
If you’re unhappy within the first 30 days, you can get your money back 100% guaranteed.
10. Keiser M3i Indoor Bike
300-pound maximum weight limit.
Keiser M3i Indoor Bike
Only $2,060 (regularly $2,460)!
This Keiser bike is the ultimate splurge for those ready to commit to spin! It actually includes a maintenance kit that includes a torque wrench and crowfoot wrenches, making assembly easier than ever. It’s compatible with regular sneakers and SPD cleats.
This bike has an infinite amount of incremental resistance changes, so the challenge will rise as your skill does. Whether you’re 5’0 or 6’10, this bike can be adjusted all over, ensuring comfort and accessibility to all!
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Could you please do a review of rowing machines next?
Thanks for the suggestion, Andrea! I’ll be sure to pass it along to the team! 🥰
There’s an Echelon for $297 at Walmart right now! I thought I got a great deal when I bought ours for $500 a few years ago. It’s a great bike!! For rowers, I highly recommend Concept 2.
Thanks for mentioning that option, everest716! We have a post on that bike here! Happy to hear you’re loving yours! Thanks for sharing your recommendation on a rower. 🤗💞
I have #6 and love it. I cross train with it at least twice a week and I really love iFit and all the trainers! Definitely worth it.
Awesome! Thanks so much for sharing how much you enjoy and use your bike, Amy! 🚲🙌
Could you guys put together a list of treadmills or have you in the past?
Hey stephanietaylor! We have this post on treadmills, if you’d like to check it out! Hoping that might be helpful! ❤️
I use to own a peloton, Great bike. BUT! after paying what I did for the bike and then having to do the high price subscription I sold it. I now have a Sunny SF-B1877. I attached a wahoo cadence sensor (adds it right to my app screen), and bought a resistance gauge off of etsy. I use the peloton digital subscription that my insurance pays for a year at a time (check with you insurance). I then screen cast my classes to my bedroom tv. So for a grand total of $360.00 I have a bike that is like my peloton for a heck of a lot better price point. In my opinion look at your options before you purchase.
Thanks so much for sharing your experience with a previous bike in comparison to what you use now, JenK! Glad you’ve been able to set-up a space and features to make your current one work just as well at a lower cost! 🙌💕