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Domyos Initial Elliptical 300 vs. Sportstech CX608 compared
Elliptical
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
7575Gut
7272Solide
Value for money
90Excellent
92Excellent
Best price
€349.99
€254.15
Price advantage
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€95.84 cheaper
Offers
1 shop
2 shops
Rank in category
Rank 10 of 26
Rank 14 of 26
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
Domyos Initial Elliptical 300Overall rating 75Sportstech CX608Overall rating 72
Domyos Initial Elliptical 300Sportstech CX608
Motion & ergonomics62/10060/100
Resistance & flywheel76/10066/100
Workouts & app70/10068/100
Stability & noise80/10080/100
Build quality & ease of use80/10078/100
Motion & ergonomics
62
60
Resistance & flywheel
76
66
Workouts & app
70
68
Stability & noise
80
80
Build quality & ease of use
80
78
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
Initial Elliptical 300
CX608
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)
33 cm (13 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
6 kg (13 lb)
10 kg (22 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)
120 kg (265 lb)
Ergonomics & motion
Q-factorDistance between the pedals in cm according to the manufacturer – smaller is easier on the joints
22 cm (8.7 in)
Max. user heightMaximum recommended user height according to the manufacturer in cm; if a range is given, the upper value
180 cm (5 ft 11 in)
190 cm (6 ft 3 in)
Adjustable stride lengthStride length can be adjusted according to the manufacturer, e.g. from 45 to 55 cm
No
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”
6 kg (13 lb)
Resistance levelsNumber of resistance levels according to the manufacturer; leave empty for stepless adjustment
15
8
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
Self-powered, no outlet needed
Power adapter
Console & connectivity
DisplayType of display on the console; touchscreens with classes often require a subscription
LCD
LCD
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
20
12
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
Manufacturer appKinomapZwift
Bluetooth FTMSOpen Bluetooth protocol for fitness equipment – lets apps outside our list connect too
Yes
Yes
Heart rate monitoringHow heart rate is measured; empty = no heart rate monitoring
Hand sensorsBluetooth chest strap
Hand sensorsBluetooth chest strap
SubscriptionWhether training and screen are fully usable without a subscription (iFit, Peloton)
none
optional
Subscription costRegular monthly price of the subscription; empty if there is no subscription
7.49 €/month
FeaturesExtras on the console and the unit
Tablet holderBottle holder
Tablet holderBottle 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)
125 × 69 × 162 cm (49 × 27 × 64 in)
FoldableCan be folded for storage according to the manufacturer
No
Yes
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
32 kg (71 lb)
39.5 kg (87 lb)
General
Warranty
5 years
2 years
Price segment
Budget
Budget
Model year
2026
2025
In the box
Crosstrainer, Montagematerial und Werkzeug, Display-Computer, Bedienungsanleitung, Batterien (2× AAA)
Prices
Offers
Verdict
Pros & cons
Der Domyos Initial Elliptical 300 bietet für die Budget-Klasse ungewöhnlich viel Ausstattung: 15 motorisch verstellte Stufen, 20 Programme und Betrieb ganz ohne Steckdose. Für Einsteiger unter 1,80 m, die moderat trainieren, passt das Paket, zumal Garantie und Ersatzteilversorgung überzeugen. Der Haken sind nur 33 cm Schrittlänge und ein leichter Antrieb; die Kinomap-Steuerung hakt häufig.
Pros
- 15 motorisch verstellte Stufen, Wechsel per Taste ohne Griff zum Drehknopf
- 20 Programme, die den Widerstand selbst anpassen
- Selbstgenerierend: läuft ohne Steckdose und ohne Batterien
- Leiser Betrieb, auch abends in der Mietwohnung
- 5 Jahre Garantie, Ersatzteile 10 Jahre verfügbar
- Kompakte Stellfläche von 90 x 53 cm, Aufbau auch allein machbar
Cons
- Nur 33 cm Schrittlänge, ab etwa 1,75 m steife, kurze Bewegung
- 6 kg Schwungmasse nur als Äquivalent, Lauf bei Sprints weniger rund
- Kinomap-Steuerung und Bluetooth-Kopplung mehrfach unzuverlässig
- Handpulssensoren messen ungenau oder gar nicht
- Konsole schaltet ab, sobald das Treten stoppt
Der Sportstech CX608 ist ein leiser Crosstrainer für Einsteiger, der in der Mietwohnung auch späte Einheiten erlaubt und sogar einen Bluetooth-Brustgurt empfängt. Für Menschen unter etwa 1,80 m mit moderatem Training taugt er. Der Haken: feste 33 cm Schrittlänge, 22 cm Pedalabstand und nur acht manuelle Stufen – für große oder ambitionierte Nutzer reicht das nicht, und Kinomap lief im Test nicht.
Pros
- Leiser Lauf, in Tests Fernsehen in Zimmerlautstärke nebenher möglich
- Konsole empfängt einen Bluetooth-Brustgurt, in dieser Preisklasse nicht selbstverständlich
- Konsole ohne langes Lesen verständlich
- Feste und bewegliche Griffe sowie große Pedale mit 39 x 15 cm
- Tablet- und Flaschenhalter, Transportrollen zum Verschieben
Cons
- Feste Schrittlänge von 33 cm, ab etwa 1,85 m zu kurz
- Pedalabstand von 22 cm wirkt breitbeinig
- Nur 8 manuelle Stufen, zu wenig für harte Intervalle
- Kinomap und Zwift im Test der neuen Version nicht nutzbar
- Unrunder Lauf und leichtes Wackeln unter hoher Last
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