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Horizon Fitness 5.0Ui Heimtrainer vs. Skandika Cykling P8-H Comfort compared

Exercise Bike

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Overall rating
75Gut
77Gut
Value for money
69Fair
95Excellent
Best price
€839.00
No offer right now
Price advantage
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Offers
2 shops
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 9 of 30
Rank 6 of 30

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Horizon Fitness 5.0Ui HeimtrainerOverall rating 75Skandika Cykling P8-H ComfortOverall rating 77
Resistance& wattage accuracySeatingcomfort & ergonomicsWorkouts& appStability& noiseBuildquality & ease of use
Horizon Fitness 5.0Ui HeimtrainerSkandika Cykling P8-H Comfort
Resistance & wattage accuracy67/10064/100
Seating comfort & ergonomics87/10084/100
Workouts & app71/10070/100
Stability & noise81/10077/100
Build quality & ease of use68/10072/100
Resistance & wattage accuracy
67
64
Seating comfort & ergonomics
87
84
Workouts & app
71
70
Stability & noise
81
77
Build quality & ease of use
68
72

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Horizon Fitness
Skandika
Model
5.0Ui
Cykling P8-H Comfort
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
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”.
Induction
Max. loadPermitted user weight according to the manufacturer in kg
136 kg (300 lb)
120 kg (265 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
195 cm (6 ft 5 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 and fore-aft
Height and fore-aft
Adjustable handlebarHandlebar can be adjusted in height or angle according to the manufacturer
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
6.99 kg (15 lb)
8 kg (18 lb)
Resistance levelsNumber of resistance levels according to the manufacturer; leave empty for stepless adjustment
100
16
Power supplyWhere the console and resistance get their power – “self-powered” needs no outlet
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
5
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
ZwiftKinomap
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
Hand sensorsBluetooth chest strap
Hand sensorsBluetooth chest strap
SubscriptionWhether training and screen are fully usable without a subscription (iFit, Peloton)
none
optional
FeaturesExtras on the console and the unit
Tablet holderBottle holderUSB charging portFan
Tablet holder

Dimensions & installation

Dimensions (L × W × H)When set up, in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “95 × 55 × 140 cm”
117 × 57 × 135 cm (46 × 22 × 53 in)
125 × 66 × 116 cm (49 × 26 × 46 in)
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
39.46 kg (87 lb)
36 kg (79 lb)

General

Warranty
1 years

Prices

Offers

Horizon Fitness 5.0Ui Heimtrainer

Skandika Cykling P8-H Comfort

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Verdict

Pros & cons

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

Das Skandika Cykling P8-H Comfort ist ein bequemes Liegeergometer mit Tiefeinstieg für ruhiges Ausdauertraining. Rückenlehne, 7,5 cm Sitzpolster und der Einstieg ohne Beinschwung passen gut zu Älteren und zu Einsteigern nach langer Pause. Der Haken: keine Wattsteuerung, keine Wattanzeige, Puls an der Konsole nur über Handsensoren und eine Belastbarkeit von nur 120 kg.

Pros

  • Tiefeinstieg ohne Beinschwung, hilfreich bei steifer Hüfte oder unsicherem Stand
  • Rückenlehne und 7,5 cm dick gepolsterter Sitz für lange Einheiten
  • Magnetbremse mit Riemenantrieb, laut Hersteller sehr leise und verschleißfrei
  • Sitz per Hebel längs verstellbar für 150 bis 195 cm
  • Mit 125 x 66 cm kompakt für ein Liegeergometer
  • Bluetooth-Anbindung an Kinomap mit Tablet-Halter, 30 Tage ohne Abo

Cons

  • Belastbarkeit nur bis 120 kg, wenig Puffer für Schwerere
  • Keine Wattsteuerung und keine Wattanzeige, Kalorien nur grob geschätzt
  • Puls an der Konsole nur über träge Handsensoren, Brustgurt nur per App
  • Kinomap steuert den Widerstand nicht selbst, nach dem Gratismonat Abo nötig
  • Q-Faktor 22 cm und keine Höhenverstellung des Sitzes

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