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Hammer Cardio XT6 BT vs. Horizon Fitness 5.0Ui Heimtrainer compared

Exercise Bike

At a glance

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Overall rating
75Gut
75Gut
Value for money
94Excellent
69Fair
Best price
€369.00
€839.00
Price advantage
€470.00 cheaper
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Offers
2 shops
2 shops
Rank in category
Rank 7 of 30
Rank 9 of 30

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Hammer Cardio XT6 BTOverall rating 75Horizon Fitness 5.0Ui HeimtrainerOverall rating 75
Resistance& wattage accuracySeatingcomfort & ergonomicsWorkouts& appStability& noiseBuildquality & ease of use
Hammer Cardio XT6 BTHorizon Fitness 5.0Ui Heimtrainer
Resistance & wattage accuracy72/10067/100
Seating comfort & ergonomics75/10087/100
Workouts & app77/10071/100
Stability & noise82/10081/100
Build quality & ease of use70/10068/100
Resistance & wattage accuracy
72
67
Seating comfort & ergonomics
75
87
Workouts & app
77
71
Stability & noise
82
81
Build quality & ease of use
70
68

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Hammer
Horizon Fitness
Model
Cardio XT6 BT
5.0Ui
TypeErgometer: speed-independent, watt-controlled – the set power stays the same regardless of pedaling cadence; exercise bike: resistance depends on speed
Ergometer
Ergometer
Form factorBasic design according to the manufacturer: upright, semi-recumbent with backrest, or folding X-bike
Upright
Upright
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
Induction
Max. powerHighest adjustable power in watts according to the manufacturer; usually empty for exercise bikes without watt control
350 W
Max. loadPermitted user weight according to the manufacturer in kg
130 kg (285 lb)
136 kg (300 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
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
155 cm (5 ft 1 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 and fore-aft
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
8 kg (18 lb)
6.99 kg (15 lb)
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”
8 kg (18 lb)
Resistance levelsNumber of resistance levels according to the manufacturer; leave empty for stepless adjustment
16
100
Min. powerLowest adjustable power in watts according to the manufacturer
10 W
Power supplyWhere the console and resistance get their power – “self-powered” needs no outlet
Power adapter
Power adapter
Accuracy classAccuracy of the power display per DIN EN ISO 20957-5 according to the manufacturer; Class A is the most accurate and a prerequisite for therapeutic training
A

Console & connectivity

DisplayType of display on the console; touchscreens with classes often require a subscription
Backlit LCD
LCD
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
18
5
Heart-rate-controlled programsPrograms that adjust resistance based on heart rate – requires heart rate monitoring
Yes
No
Compatible appsWhich apps can control or track the unit; the manufacturer app counts too
KinomapZwiftMyHomeFIT
ZwiftKinomap
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 sensors
Hand sensorsBluetooth chest strap
SubscriptionWhether training and screen are fully usable without a subscription (iFit, Peloton)
none
none
FeaturesExtras on the console and the unit
Tablet holderUSB charging port
Tablet holderBottle holderUSB charging portFan

Dimensions & installation

Dimensions (L × W × H)When set up, in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “95 × 55 × 140 cm”
93 × 51 × 150 cm (37 × 20 × 59 in)
117 × 57 × 135 cm (46 × 22 × 53 in)
FoldableCan be folded for storage according to the manufacturer
No
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
29 kg (64 lb)
39.46 kg (87 lb)

General

Warranty
2 years
1 years
In the box
Cardio XT6 BT, Werkzeug, Aufbau-/Bedienungsanleitung

Prices

Offers

Hammer Cardio XT6 BT

Horizon Fitness 5.0Ui Heimtrainer

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Verdict

Pros & cons

Der Hammer Cardio XT6 BT ist ein echtes Ergometer mit Wattsteuerung von 10 bis 350 W, dessen Widerstand Kinomap und Zwift automatisch regeln. Wenn du als Einsteiger, Senior oder in der Reha allein trainierst, passt er dank tiefem Einstieg und leisem Lauf gut. Der Haken: Die Wattanzeige lag im Test rund 10 % zu hoch, und ein Speicher für mehrere Nutzer fehlt.

Pros

  • Drehzahlunabhängige Wattsteuerung von 10 bis 350 W
  • Kinomap und Zwift regeln den Widerstand automatisch, ohne Abo
  • Tiefer Einstieg erleichtert das Aufsteigen bei steifer Hüfte
  • Leiser Lauf mit 40 bis 42 dB im Test
  • Runder Tritt bis zur Höchstlast dank 8 kg Schwungmasse
  • Sattel in Höhe und Länge verstellbar

Cons

  • Wattanzeige im Test 7 bis 11 % zu hoch
  • Kein Speicher für mehrere Nutzer, Daten vor jedem Pulsprogramm neu eingeben
  • Puls ab Werk nur über Handsensoren, Brustgurt liegt nicht bei
  • Lenker nur in der Neigung verstellbar
  • Vereinzelt Knackgeräusche beim Treten beschrieben

Der Horizon Fitness 5.0Ui ist ein aufrechter Heimtrainer mit Induktionsbremse, Tiefeinstieg und gutem Sitzkomfort, der Zwift und Kinomap per Bluetooth FTMS ohne Geräte-Abo mit Daten versorgt. Für ruhiges Ausdauertraining im Sitzen, auch für Ältere und Menschen bis 136 kg, halten wir ihn für eine solide Wahl. Der Haken: keine pulsgesteuerten Programme, dazu eine umständliche Konsole und nur 1 Jahr Garantie.

Pros

  • Tiefeinstieg ohne Querstange erleichtert Älteren und nach OPs den Aufstieg
  • Sattel in Höhe und Länge sowie Lenker verstellbar, passt auch mit 1,93 m
  • Bluetooth FTMS sendet Daten an Zwift, Kinomap und Peloton ohne Geräte-Abo
  • Induktionsbremse läuft sehr leise, gut für hellhörige Wohnungen
  • Belastbarkeit laut Hersteller 136 kg
  • Tablethalter, USB-Ladeport, Ventilator und Flaschenhalter an Bord

Cons

  • Keine pulsgesteuerten Programme trotz Brustgurt-Empfang
  • Konsole wenig intuitiv, Puls und Strecke nicht gleichzeitig sichtbar
  • Nur 1 Jahr Garantie für ein Gerät mit viel Elektronik

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