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Domyos Initial Elliptical 100 vs. Niceday CT11S-18 Crosstrainer compared

Elliptical

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Overall rating
53Schwach
59Schwach
Value for money
60Fair
40Okay
Best price
€199.99
€499.99
Price advantage
€300.00 cheaper
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Offers
1 shop
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 21 of 26
Rank 19 of 26

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Domyos Initial Elliptical 100Overall rating 53Niceday CT11S-18 CrosstrainerOverall rating 59
Motion& ergonomicsResistance& flywheelWorkouts& appStability& noiseBuildquality & ease of use
Domyos Initial Elliptical 100Niceday CT11S-18 Crosstrainer
Motion & ergonomics45/10058/100
Resistance & flywheel52/10066/100
Workouts & app58/10035/100
Stability & noise50/10072/100
Build quality & ease of use66/10070/100
Motion & ergonomics
45
58
Resistance & flywheel
52
66
Workouts & app
58
35
Stability & noise
50
72
Build quality & ease of use
66
70

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Domyos
Niceday
Model
Initial Elliptical 100
CT11S-18
Stride lengthMaximum stride length according to the manufacturer in cm – from about 45 cm for most users, from 50 cm for tall users
33 cm (13 in)
47 cm (19 in)
DrivePosition of the flywheel: front, rear or center – shapes the feel of the motion and the space required
Rear drive
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
4 kg (8.8 lb)
8.16 kg (18 lb)
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, manual
Magnetic, manual
Max. loadPermitted user weight according to the manufacturer in kg
110 kg (245 lb)
182 kg (400 lb)

Ergonomics & motion

Max. user heightMaximum recommended user height according to the manufacturer in cm; if a range is given, the upper value
193 cm (6 ft 4 in)

Drive & resistance

Flywheel weight (effective)Effective or geared flywheel weight in kg stated by the manufacturer – not the weight of the disc, which is listed under “Flywheel weight”
4 kg (8.8 lb)
Resistance levelsNumber of resistance levels according to the manufacturer; leave empty for stepless adjustment
10
16
Watt-controlledHolds a set power output in watts regardless of speed – cadence-independent training
No
InclineThe ramp or pedal track can be inclined according to the manufacturer, manually or electrically
No
No
Power supplyWhere the console and resistance get their power – “self-powered” needs no outlet
Battery
Battery

Console & connectivity

DisplayType of display on the console; touchscreens with classes often require a subscription
LCD
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
0
0
App connectivityControl or workout tracking via app, including the manufacturer app
Yes
Yes
Compatible appsWhich apps can control or track the unit; the manufacturer app counts too
KinomapManufacturer app
Kinomap
Bluetooth FTMSOpen Bluetooth protocol for fitness equipment – lets apps outside our list connect too
Yes
No
Heart rate monitoringHow heart rate is measured; empty = no heart rate monitoring
Bluetooth 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 holder

Dimensions & installation

Dimensions (L × W × H)Assembled, in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “157 × 58 × 170 cm”
90 × 53 × 159 cm (35 × 21 × 63 in)
138 × 62 × 153 cm (54 × 24 × 60 in)
FoldableCan be folded for storage according to the manufacturer
No
No
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
31 kg (68 lb)
47.6 kg (105 lb)

General

Warranty
5 years
1 years
Price segment
Budget
Model year
2024
In the box
Montageanleitung, Installationsvideo, Werkzeug

Prices

Offers

Domyos Initial Elliptical 100

Niceday CT11S-18 Crosstrainer

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Verdict

Pros & cons

Der Domyos Initial Elliptical 100 ist ein kompakter Einsteiger-Crosstrainer mit klaren Grenzen. Er passt zu kleineren Menschen, die wenig Platz haben und nur locker trainieren wollen. Die offene Bluetooth-Schnittstelle FTMS und die Batterie-Konsole sind echte Pluspunkte. Der Haken liegt bei nur 33 cm Schrittlänge und einem 1,5-kg-Schwungrad. Wer groß ist, mehr als 110 kg wiegt oder oft trainiert, ist mit einem anderen Gerät besser bedient.

Pros

  • Bluetooth FTMS liefert Trainingsdaten an Kinomap und Hersteller-App
  • Batterie-Konsole, keine Steckdose nötig
  • Brustgurt per Bluetooth koppelbar für genaueres Pulstraining
  • Laut Hersteller 5 Jahre Garantie und 10 Jahre Ersatzteile
  • Kleine Stellfläche von 90 x 53 cm, Transportrollen vorn

Cons

  • Nur 33 cm Schrittlänge, für viele Erwachsene trippelig
  • Echtes Schwungrad wiegt nur 1,5 kg
  • Keine Programme, keine Wattsteuerung, Widerstand nur per Drehknopf
  • Freigegeben für höchstens 110 kg und 3 Stunden pro Woche
  • Nicht klappbar

Der Niceday CT11S-18 ist ein leiser Crosstrainer mit Heckantrieb für kleine Budgets, der ohne Steckdose läuft und dich ohne App sofort trainieren lässt. Für Menschen bis etwa 1,80 m halten wir ihn für ein ehrliches Einstiegsgerät. Der Haken ist der kurze Schritt von 40 cm, dazu fehlen Programme und Bluetooth, und bei hohem Tempo wackelt er leicht.

Pros

  • Sehr leiser Lauf durch Magnetbremse und Riemenantrieb, auch abends nutzbar
  • Heckantrieb mit aufrechter Haltung und flachem Fuß auf den Pedalen
  • Konsole läuft mit Batterien, keine Steckdose nötig
  • Feste und bewegliche Griffe für Ganzkörper- oder reines Beintraining
  • 16 Widerstandsstufen, die oberen spürbar schwer
  • Kein Abo und keine App nötig, sofort nutzbar

Cons

  • Schrittlänge nur knapp 40 cm, bequem eher bis 1,80 m
  • Keine Trainingsprogramme und kein Bluetooth, Kinomap nur als Video
  • Leichtes Wackeln und Verrutschen bei zügigem Tempo
  • Handpuls ungenau und nur an den festen Griffen
  • Mehrfach Brüche bei Nutzern nahe der Gewichtsgrenze berichtet

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