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Concept2 BikeErg vs. Peloton Cross Training Bike compared
Indoor Cycling Bike
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
8181Gut
8383Gut
Value for money
63Fair
58Okay
Best price
€1,410.00
€1,899.00
Price advantage
€489.00 cheaper
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Offers
2 shops
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 10 of 45
Rank 7 of 45
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
Concept2 BikeErgOverall rating 81Peloton Cross Training BikeOverall rating 83
Concept2 BikeErgPeloton Cross Training Bike
Ride feel & resistance75/10089/100
Ergonomics & adjustability81/10083/100
App & connectivity81/10067/100
Stability & noise83/10095/100
Build quality & ease of use95/10089/100
Ride feel & resistance
75
89
Ergonomics & adjustability
81
83
App & connectivity
81
67
Stability & noise
83
95
Build quality & ease of use
95
89
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
BikeErg
Cross Training Bike
Resistance systemBraking principle according to the manufacturer: magnetic (contactless, quiet), friction (felt or leather brake on the flywheel) or electromagnetic with motorized adjustment. Manufacturers also call the electromagnetic brake ECB or eddy current brake. If a motor adjusts the resistance – it adapts itself during a workout (auto resistance, auto-follow, control via app) –, this counts as “Electromagnetic (motorized)”, even if the manufacturer only speaks of a magnetic brake; “Magnetic brake” means adjustment via knob or lever.
Luftwiderstand (Windrad mit Luftklappe)
DrivePower transmission to the flywheel according to the manufacturer; a belt runs quieter and needs less maintenance than a chain.
Belt
Max. loadMaximum user weight according to the manufacturer, not the unit’s own weight.
159 kg (350 lb)
135 kg (300 lb)
App connectivityAccording to the manufacturer, the bike can be paired with at least one training app (e.g. Zwift, Kinomap, manufacturer app).
Yes
Yes
Grade simulationThe app adjusts resistance automatically to match the route profile, e.g. in Zwift or Kinomap – requires motorized resistance adjustment
No
No
Ergonomics & comfort
Max. user heightMaximum recommended user height according to the manufacturer.
196 cm (6 ft 5 in)
Min. user heightMinimum recommended user height according to the manufacturer.
150 cm (4 ft 11 in)
Saddle adjustmentSaddle adjustment directions according to the manufacturer.
Height only
Handlebar adjustmentHandlebar adjustment directions according to the manufacturer.
Height and fore-aft
Q-factorDistance between the pedals in cm according to the manufacturer – smaller is easier on the joints
15.5 cm (6.1 in)
PedalsPedal system included according to the manufacturer; combo pedals have a clipless side and a cage side. Look Delta is a separate clipless standard and not SPD-compatible.
Combo pedals (SPD and cage)
Bottle holderWater bottle holder included according to the manufacturer.
No
Drive & resistance
Watt-controlledHolds a set power in watts regardless of cadence – ERG mode in training apps
No
No
Power supplyPower supply of the console according to the manufacturer.
Battery
Console & connectivity
DisplayType of built-in monitor according to the manufacturer; a plain tablet holder counts as no display.
Backlit LCD
Touchscreen
Display sizeScreen diagonal according to the manufacturer; leave blank for simple LCD displays
21.5 inches
Displayed metricsValues the console shows directly according to the spec sheet, not just the app.
TimeDistanceCaloriesWatts
Watt displayAccording to the manufacturer, the bike shows power in watts, either measured or calculated from resistance and cadence.
Yes
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
13
Compatible appsApps the manufacturer explicitly lists as compatible.
Manufacturer appZwift
Peloton
Wireless interfacesWireless connections of the bike according to the manufacturer.
BluetoothANT+
BluetoothWi-Fi
Heart rate monitoringHow heart rate is measured; empty = no heart rate monitoring
Bluetooth chest strapANT+ chest strap
SubscriptionWhether workouts and the screen are fully usable without a subscription (Peloton, iFit)
none
required for full functionality
Subscription costRegular monthly price of the subscription; empty if there is no subscription
45 €/month
Tablet holderHolder for a tablet or smartphone according to the manufacturer; mark optional accessories separately
Integrated
Dimensions & installation
Dimensions (L × W × H)Assembled, in cm, length × width × height at the lowest handlebar position – e.g. “150 × 68 × 117 cm”
122 × 61 cm (48 × 24 in)
137 × 58 × 155 cm (54 × 23 × 61 in)
Unladen weightWeight of the assembled bike without packaging according to the manufacturer.
31 kg (68 lb)
80.74 kg (180 lb)
Transport wheelsAccording to the manufacturer, the bike has wheels for moving it around.
Yes
Floor levelingHeight-adjustable feet to compensate for uneven floors according to the manufacturer.
Yes
General
Warranty
5 years
1 years
Price segment
Premium
Premium
Model year
2017
2025
In the box
PM5-Monitor, Smartphone- und Tablethalterung, Benutzerhandbuch, PM-Schnellstartanleitung, Werkzeug, Montageanleitung
Prices
Offers
Verdict
Pros & cons
Das Concept2 BikeErg ist ein Luftrad mit festem Lenker und Riemenantrieb, das in Tests als robust und nahezu wartungsfrei gilt. Es passt zu dir, wenn du nach Watt ohne Abo trainierst und Zwift oder ErgData nutzt. Der Haken: Den Widerstand verstellt keine App, die Luftklappe sitzt unten am Lüfter, und der schmale, harte Sattel braucht Gewöhnung.
Pros
- Geschweißter Aluminiumrahmen, in Tests sehr robust und auch im Sprint ruhig
- Selbstnachspannender Riemen ohne Ölen und Nachstellen
- PM5 liefert Wattwerte, vergleichbar mit anderen Concept2-Geräten
- Zwift und ErgData per Bluetooth und ANT+, ohne Abo
- Passt in Tests Fahrern von 1,55 bis 1,96 m, Q-Faktor 15,5 cm
- Sattel, Lenker und Pedale gegen Standardteile tauschbar
Cons
- Schmaler, harter Sattel, nur in der Höhe verstellbar
- Kein automatisch gesteuerter Widerstand, keine Steigungssimulation
- Luftklappe nur unten am Lüfter verstellbar, Bücken im Intervall
- Lüfterrauschen und Luftzug bei hoher Leistung
- Kein Flaschenhalter, Pulsgurt nicht im Lieferumfang
Das Peloton Cross Training Bike ist ein solides, ruhig laufendes Kursrad mit drehbarem 21,5-Zoll-Touchscreen für Übungen auf der Matte. Es passt zu dir, wenn du Struktur durch Kurse suchst und das Abo dauerhaft einplanst. Der Haken: Den Widerstand drehst du von Hand, und das geschlossene System bindet keine anderen Trainingsplattformen an.
Pros
- Ruhiger, ruckelfreier Lauf auch bei hoher Trittfrequenz
- Rahmen bleibt im Wiegetritt und bei Sprints stabil
- Touchscreen mit 21,5 Zoll um 360° drehbar für Mattenübungen
- Großes, fein filterbares Kursangebot von Rad bis Yoga
- Peloton IQ erstellt Wochenpläne und Auswertungen
- Datenaustausch mit Apple Health, Garmin Connect und Fitbit
Cons
- Ohne All-Access-Mitgliedschaft stark eingeschränkt, Gebühr wurde mehrfach erhöht
- Widerstand nur per Drehregler, keine Steigungssimulation
- Nur mit der Peloton-App nutzbar, kein Zwift oder Kinomap
- Nicht klappbar und rund 81 kg schwer
- Radschuhe und Hanteln nicht im Lieferumfang
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