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Domyos Initial Elliptical 100 vs. YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM6 compared

Elliptical

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Overall rating
53Schwach
53Schwach
Value for money
60Fair
49Okay
Best price
€199.99
€279.99
Price advantage
€80.00 cheaper
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Offers
1 shop
3 shops
Rank in category
Rank 21 of 26
Rank 22 of 26

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Domyos Initial Elliptical 100Overall rating 53YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM6Overall rating 53
Motion& ergonomicsResistance& flywheelWorkouts& appStability& noiseBuildquality & ease of use
Domyos Initial Elliptical 100YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM6
Motion & ergonomics45/10052/100
Resistance & flywheel52/10054/100
Workouts & app58/10040/100
Stability & noise50/10062/100
Build quality & ease of use66/10060/100
Motion & ergonomics
45
52
Resistance & flywheel
52
54
Workouts & app
58
40
Stability & noise
50
62
Build quality & ease of use
66
60

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Domyos
YOSUDA
Model
Initial Elliptical 100
EM6
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)
40 cm (16 in)
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)
5.4 kg (12 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)
180 kg (395 lb)

Ergonomics & motion

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)

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
Yes
Power supplyWhere the console and resistance get their power – “self-powered” needs no outlet
Battery

Console & connectivity

DisplayType of display on the console; touchscreens with classes often require a subscription
LCD
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
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
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
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)
110 × 59 × 160 cm (43 × 23 × 63 in)
FoldableCan be folded for storage according to the manufacturer
No
Yes
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
31 kg (68 lb)
28.7 kg (63 lb)

General

Warranty
5 years
Model year
2024
In the box
Crosstrainer (95 % vormontiert), Montagewerkzeug, bebilderte Aufbauanleitung

Prices

Offers

Domyos Initial Elliptical 100

YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM6

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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 YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM6 ist ein klappbarer Crosstrainer der Basisklasse mit ruhigem, gleichmäßigem Lauf und ansteigender Pedalbahn. Er taugt für kleinere Menschen bis etwa 1,75 m, die in der Mietwohnung moderat trainieren. Der Haken: nur 40 cm Schrittlänge, ein Widerstand ausschließlich von Hand und widersprüchliche Herstellerangaben. Wer größer ist oder hart trainieren will, ist aus unserer Sicht mit einer Klasse höher besser bedient.

Pros

  • Ruhiger, gleichmäßiger Lauf durch berührungslose Magnetbremse
  • Leise genug für Training spätabends in der Mietwohnung
  • Klappbar, zusammengeklappt laut Hersteller rund 0,2 m² Stellfläche
  • Ansteigende Bahn fordert Oberschenkel und Gesäß stärker
  • Zu 95 % vormontiert geliefert, mit Werkzeug
  • Tablet-Halter für Serien oder Kinomap-Videos

Cons

  • Schrittlänge von 40 cm wird ab etwa 1,80 m trippelig
  • Widerstand nur manuell, keine Programme und keine App-Steuerung
  • Puls nur über Handsensoren, Anzeige reagiert träge
  • Widersprüchliche Angaben zu Schrittlänge, Schwungmasse und Belastbarkeit
  • Mit 28,7 kg leichte Basisklasse, wenig Reserven bei hohem Tempo

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