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Horizon Fitness Andes 2.0 vs. ProForm Carbon EL compared

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At a glance

The key numbers for both devices side by side.

Overall rating
75Gut
77Gut
Value for money
75Fair
60Fair
Best price
€599.00
€999.00
Price advantage
€400.00 cheaper
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Offers
3 shops
2 shops
Rank in category
Rank 12 of 26
Rank 8 of 26

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Horizon Fitness Andes 2.0Overall rating 75ProForm Carbon ELOverall rating 77
Motion& ergonomicsResistance& flywheelWorkouts& appStability& noiseBuildquality & ease of use
Horizon Fitness Andes 2.0ProForm Carbon EL
Motion & ergonomics90/10081/100
Resistance & flywheel67/10075/100
Workouts & app48/10066/100
Stability & noise88/10095/100
Build quality & ease of use78/10081/100
Motion & ergonomics
90
81
Resistance & flywheel
67
75
Workouts & app
48
66
Stability & noise
88
95
Build quality & ease of use
78
81

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Horizon Fitness
ProForm
Model
Andes 2.0
Carbon EL
Stride lengthMaximum stride length according to the manufacturer in cm – from about 45 cm for most users, from 50 cm for tall users
46 cm (18 in)
48 cm (19 in)
DrivePosition of the flywheel: front, rear or center – shapes the feel of the motion and the space required
Front drive
Front 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
7 kg (15 lb)
6.8 kg (15 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”.
Induction
Magnetic, motorized
Max. loadPermitted user weight according to the manufacturer in kg
136 kg (300 lb)
125 kg (275 lb)

Ergonomics & motion

Q-factorDistance between the pedals in cm according to the manufacturer – smaller is easier on the joints
5 cm (2 in)
Max. pedal heightHighest point of the pedals during the motion according to the manufacturer – body height plus pedal height must fit under the ceiling
48.3 cm (19 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”
7 kg (15 lb)
Resistance levelsNumber of resistance levels according to the manufacturer; leave empty for stepless adjustment
10
18
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
Power adapter
Power adapter

Console & connectivity

DisplayType of display on the console; touchscreens with classes often require a subscription
Backlit LCD
Backlit LCD
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
9
0
App connectivityControl or workout tracking via app, including the manufacturer app
No
Yes
Compatible appsWhich apps can control or track the unit; the manufacturer app counts too
Kinomap
iFit
Bluetooth FTMSOpen Bluetooth protocol for fitness equipment – lets apps outside our list connect too
No
No
Heart rate monitoringHow heart rate is measured; empty = no heart rate monitoring
Hand sensors
Hand sensors
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
39 €/month
FeaturesExtras on the console and the unit
Tablet holderBottle holderSpeakers
SpeakersUSB charging portTablet holderBottle holder

Dimensions & installation

Dimensions (L × W × H)Assembled, in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “157 × 58 × 170 cm”
173 × 63.5 × 162.5 cm (68 × 25 × 64 in)
170 × 64 cm (Höhe nicht angegeben)
FoldableCan be folded for storage according to the manufacturer
No
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
66 kg (145 lb)
80 kg (175 lb)

General

Warranty
1 years
Price segment
Mid-range
Budget
In the box
Crosstrainer, Audioadapterkabel, Montagewerkzeug (8-mm-Innensechskant, 13/17-mm-Maulschlüssel, 5-mm-Schlüssel)
Crosstrainer, Netzteil, Montagewerkzeug, Fettpäckchen, Bedienungsanleitung

Prices

Offers

Horizon Fitness Andes 2.0

ProForm Carbon EL

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Verdict

Pros & cons

Der Horizon Fitness Andes 2.0 ist ein Crosstrainer mit Frontantrieb, der leise und gleichmäßig läuft und mit 5 cm Pedalabstand und 46 cm Schrittlänge eine natürliche, hüftschmale Fußstellung bietet. Er taugt für Einsteiger und moderates Ausdauertraining in der Wohnung. Der Haken: nur zehn Stufen, keine Wattsteuerung, kein Bluetooth – Kinomap läuft nur als Video.

Pros

  • Q-Faktor von nur 5 cm sorgt für hüftschmale, gangähnliche Fußstellung
  • Ruhiger, gleichmäßiger Lauf ohne Ruckler trotz 7 kg Schwungmasse
  • Sehr leise dank berührungsloser Wirbelstrombremse, gut für Mietwohnungen
  • 66 kg Eigengewicht, steht auch bei zügigem Tempo fest
  • 46 cm Schrittlänge passt für die meisten Körpergrößen
  • Niedrige Aufstiegshöhe von 27 cm und einfache Konsole

Cons

  • Kein Bluetooth: Kinomap bekommt keine Daten und steuert keinen Widerstand
  • Nur 10 Widerstandsstufen ohne Wattsteuerung, knapp für ambitionierte Sportler
  • Keine Steigungsverstellung und nicht klappbar
  • Puls nur über ungenaue Handsensoren, Brustgurt-Empfang unklar
  • Schrittlänge nicht verstellbar, für Nutzer über 1,90 m knapp

Der ProForm Carbon EL ist ein leiser, rund laufender Crosstrainer mit Frontantrieb, 18 motorischen Stufen und iFit-Anbindung. Er passt zu dir, wenn du ein Tablet besitzt und mit iFit trainieren willst – dann regelt der Kurs den Widerstand selbst. Der Haken: ohne Abo nur manuelles Training, denn Programme und Bluetooth FTMS fehlen, und samt Freiraum belegt er rund 3,5 x 1,8 m.

Pros

  • Sehr leiser Lauf ohne Schleifgeräusche, geeignet für Mietwohnungen
  • Runder Lauf trotz nur 6,8 kg Schwungrad
  • Stabiler Stahlrahmen mit 80 kg Eigengewicht, wackelt auch bei kräftigem Tempo nicht
  • Sehr geringer Pedalabstand und extra breite Pedale
  • Automatische Widerstandsanpassung über iFit-Kurse
  • Bewegliche und feste Griffe, Tablet-Halter, USB-C-Port und Lautsprecher

Cons

  • Keine eingebauten Programme und kein Bluetooth FTMS für freie Apps
  • Feste Schrittlänge von 48 cm und keine Rampe bei der EU-Variante
  • Ungleichmäßige Sprünge zwischen den 18 Widerstandsstufen
  • Großer Platzbedarf von rund 3,5 x 1,8 m samt Freiraum
  • Aufwendige Montage, Pulsmessung nur über Handsensoren

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