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Domyos Heimtrainer EB520 B vs. Merach S19 Liegeergometer compared
Exercise Bike
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
6565Solide
6060Solide
Value for money
76Fair
58Okay
Best price
€359.99
€399.49€469.99−15 %
Price advantage
€39.50 cheaper
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Offers
1 shop
3 shops
Rank in category
Rank 17 of 30
Rank 20 of 30
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
Domyos Heimtrainer EB520 BOverall rating 65Merach S19 LiegeergometerOverall rating 60
Domyos Heimtrainer EB520 BMerach S19 Liegeergometer
Resistance & wattage accuracy52/10048/100
Seating comfort & ergonomics55/10070/100
Workouts & app76/10042/100
Stability & noise80/10084/100
Build quality & ease of use76/10066/100
Resistance & wattage accuracy
52
48
Seating comfort & ergonomics
55
70
Workouts & app
76
42
Stability & noise
80
84
Build quality & ease of use
76
66
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
EB520 B
S19
TypeErgometer: speed-independent, watt-controlled – the set power stays the same regardless of pedaling cadence; exercise bike: resistance depends on speed
Exercise bike
Exercise bike
Form factorBasic design according to the manufacturer: upright, semi-recumbent with backrest, or folding X-bike
Upright
Recumbent (chair-style)
Resistance systemType of brake and how it is adjusted: magnetic via rotary knob (manual), magnetic via console (motorized) or induction for the finest gradation. Manufacturers also call induction ECB, eddy current or electromagnetic brake – even when “magnetic brake” is in the name; the motorized magnet is also called SMR or digital resistance. If the resistance adjusts itself during a workout (auto resistance, auto-follow, control via app), the adjustment is motorized – never “Magnetic, manual”.
Magnetic, motorized
Magnetic, manual
Max. loadPermitted user weight according to the manufacturer in kg
130 kg (285 lb)
150 kg (330 lb)
App connectivityControl or workout tracking via app, including the manufacturer app
Yes
Yes
Ergonomics & access
Low step-throughFrame with a low step-through – easy to get on and off, important for older users
Yes
Max. user heightMaximum recommended user height according to the manufacturer in cm; if a range is given, the upper value
190 cm (6 ft 3 in)
Min. user heightMinimum recommended user height according to the manufacturer in cm; if a range is given, the lower value
150 cm (4 ft 11 in)
Q-factorDistance between the pedals in cm according to the manufacturer – smaller is easier on the joints
22 cm (8.7 in)
Saddle adjustmentHow the saddle can be adjusted according to the manufacturer – fore-aft adjustment helps very tall and very short users
Height
Height and fore-aft
Adjustable handlebarHandlebar can be adjusted in height or angle according to the manufacturer
Yes
Yes
Drive & resistance
Flywheel weightActual weight of the flywheel according to the manufacturer in kg; do not enter an “effective” or “geared” flywheel weight – it is not comparable
6 kg (13 lb)
3 kg (6.6 lb)
Resistance levelsNumber of resistance levels according to the manufacturer; leave empty for stepless adjustment
15
8
Power supplyWhere the console and resistance get their power – “self-powered” needs no outlet
Self-powered, no outlet needed
Battery
Console & connectivity
DisplayType of display on the console; touchscreens with classes often require a subscription
LCD
LCD
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
12
8
Heart-rate-controlled programsPrograms that adjust resistance based on heart rate – requires heart rate monitoring
No
Compatible appsWhich apps can control or track the unit; the manufacturer app counts too
KinomapManufacturer app
Manufacturer appKinomapZwift
Bluetooth FTMSOpen Bluetooth protocol for fitness equipment – lets apps outside our list connect too
Yes
Heart rate monitoringHow heart rate is measured; empty = no heart rate monitoring
Hand sensorsBluetooth chest strap
Hand sensors
SubscriptionWhether training and screen are fully usable without a subscription (iFit, Peloton)
none
none
FeaturesExtras on the console and the unit
Tablet holderBottle holder
Tablet holderBottle holder
Dimensions & installation
Dimensions (L × W × H)When set up, in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “95 × 55 × 140 cm”
98 × 63 × 164 cm (39 × 25 × 65 in)
122 × 60 × 118 cm (48 × 24 × 46 in)
FoldableCan be folded for storage according to the manufacturer
No
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
34.5 kg (76 lb)
26 kg (57 lb)
General
Warranty
2 years
2 years
Price segment
Budget
Model year
2024
In the box
Heimtrainer (vormontiert), Montagewerkzeug, Montageanleitung
Liegeergometer, Brustgurt, Tablet-Halterung
Prices
Offers
Verdict
Pros & cons
Der Domyos EB520 B ist ein leiser, vernetzter Heimtrainer ohne Steckdose, bei dem Kinomap über Bluetooth FTMS den motorischen Widerstand an Steigungen selbst nachstellt. Er taugt für Einsteiger und lockeres Ausdauertraining in der Wohnung. Der Haken: Der Serien-Sattel schmerzt schon nach 30 min, der Q-Faktor von 22 cm ist breit und Watt fehlen ganz – plan einen Ersatzsattel und einen Brustgurt gleich mit ein.
Pros
- Läuft ohne Steckdose, Standort frei wählbar
- Kinomap steuert den motorischen Widerstand über Bluetooth FTMS
- Sehr leiser, runder Lauf durch Riemen und Magnetbremse
- Tiefer Einstieg und stabiler Stand auch bei hoher Trittfrequenz
- Ersatzteile laut Hersteller bis 10 Jahre lieferbar, 13 Baugruppen selbst tauschbar
- Empfängt Bluetooth-Brustgurt für genaue Pulswerte
Cons
- Serien-Gelsattel im Test schon nach 30 min schmerzhaft
- Q-Faktor von 22 cm breit, ungünstig für empfindliche Knie
- Keine Wattanzeige und keine Wattsteuerung
- Laute Pieptöne beim Anfahren und Anhalten
- Sattel nur in der Höhe verstellbar, Höchstwiderstand für Sportler zu gering
Das Merach S19 Liegeergometer ist ein leiser, stabiler Liege-Heimtrainer für ruhiges, gelenkschonendes Ausdauertraining, das vor allem Ältere und Menschen in der Reha bis 150 kg anspricht. Der Tritt läuft trotz 3 kg Schwungmasse rund. Der Haken sind schlichte Elektronik ohne Programme und wackelnde Haltegriffe am Sitz. Den Widerstand stellst du per Hebel ein, keine App kann ihn steuern.
Pros
- Sehr leiser Lauf, Fernsehen und Telefonate bleiben nebenher möglich
- Runder Tritt trotz nur 3 kg Schwungscheibe
- Stabiler, sauber verarbeiteter Rahmen, laut Hersteller bis 150 kg
- Netzlehne und Sitz auf Schiene in acht Positionen
- Wartungsarmer Doppelriemenantrieb
- Batteriebetrieb, keine Steckdose nötig
Cons
- Klappbare Sitzgriffe haben Spiel und wackeln
- Keine Programme, keine Wattsteuerung, Widerstand nicht per App steuerbar
- Handpuls springt, Kalorienanzeige reagiert kaum auf den Widerstand
- Kurse der Merach-App nach 14 Tagen nur mit Abo
- Acht Stufen bieten kräftigen Fahrern zu wenig Widerstand
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