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JASPORT S3 vs. Merach S26B4 compared
Indoor Cycling Bike
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
7272Solide
7474Solide
Value for money
84Excellent
82Excellent
Best price
€329.00
€189.99€199.99−5 %
Price advantage
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€139.01 cheaper
Offers
2 shops
3 shops
Rank in category
Rank 17 of 45
Rank 15 of 45
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
JASPORT S3Overall rating 72Merach S26B4Overall rating 74
JASPORT S3Merach S26B4
Ride feel & resistance68/10075/100
Ergonomics & adjustability62/10067/100
App & connectivity62/10073/100
Stability & noise84/10081/100
Build quality & ease of use79/10077/100
Ride feel & resistance
68
75
Ergonomics & adjustability
62
67
App & connectivity
62
73
Stability & noise
84
81
Build quality & ease of use
79
77
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
S3
S26B4
Resistance systemBraking principle according to the manufacturer: magnetic (contactless, quiet), friction (felt or leather brake on the flywheel) or electromagnetic with motorized adjustment. Manufacturers also call the electromagnetic brake ECB or eddy current brake. If a motor adjusts the resistance – it adapts itself during a workout (auto resistance, auto-follow, control via app) –, this counts as “Electromagnetic (motorized)”, even if the manufacturer only speaks of a magnetic brake; “Magnetic brake” means adjustment via knob or lever.
Magnetic brake
Magnetic brake
Flywheel weightWeight of the flywheel according to the manufacturer, not the “effective flywheel weight”; convert figures in lbs to kg.
7.5 kg (17 lb)
8 kg (18 lb)
DrivePower transmission to the flywheel according to the manufacturer; a belt runs quieter and needs less maintenance than a chain.
Belt
Belt
Max. loadMaximum user weight according to the manufacturer, not the unit’s own weight.
120 kg (265 lb)
136 kg (300 lb)
App connectivityAccording to the manufacturer, the bike can be paired with at least one training app (e.g. Zwift, Kinomap, manufacturer app).
Yes
Yes
Grade simulationThe app adjusts resistance automatically to match the route profile, e.g. in Zwift or Kinomap – requires motorized resistance adjustment
No
No
Ergonomics & comfort
Max. user heightMaximum recommended user height according to the manufacturer.
188 cm (6 ft 2 in)
187.9 cm (6 ft 2 in)
Min. user heightMinimum recommended user height according to the manufacturer.
150 cm (4 ft 11 in)
142.2 cm (4 ft 8 in)
Saddle adjustmentSaddle adjustment directions according to the manufacturer.
Height and fore-aft
Height and fore-aft
Handlebar adjustmentHandlebar adjustment directions according to the manufacturer.
Height only
Height only
Q-factorDistance between the pedals in cm according to the manufacturer – smaller is easier on the joints
20 cm (7.9 in)
19 cm (7.5 in)
PedalsPedal system included according to the manufacturer; combo pedals have a clipless side and a cage side. Look Delta is a separate clipless standard and not SPD-compatible.
With cages or straps
With cages or straps
Bottle holderWater bottle holder included according to the manufacturer.
Yes
Yes
Drive & resistance
Resistance adjustmentType of resistance adjustment according to the manufacturer: stepless via a knob or in fixed levels.
Stepped
Stepped
Resistance levelsNumber of resistance levels according to the manufacturer; leave blank for stepless adjustment.
100 levels
100 levels
Watt-controlledHolds a set power in watts regardless of cadence – ERG mode in training apps
No
No
Power supplyPower supply of the console according to the manufacturer.
Battery
Power adapter
Console & connectivity
DisplayType of built-in monitor according to the manufacturer; a plain tablet holder counts as no display.
No display
TFT color display
Display sizeScreen diagonal according to the manufacturer; leave blank for simple LCD displays
15.6 inches
Displayed metricsValues the console shows directly according to the spec sheet, not just the app.
TimeDistanceSpeedCadenceCaloriesWatts
TimeDistanceSpeedCalories
Watt displayAccording to the manufacturer, the bike shows power in watts, either measured or calculated from resistance and cadence.
Yes
No
Power measurementHow the wattage is obtained: measured by a power meter or calculated from resistance and cadence – measured is more accurate
Calculated
Calculated
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
0
Compatible appsApps the manufacturer explicitly lists as compatible.
Manufacturer appKinomapZwift
Manufacturer appKinomapZwift
Bluetooth FTMSOpen Bluetooth protocol for fitness equipment – lets apps outside our list connect too
No
Yes
Wireless interfacesWireless connections of the bike according to the manufacturer.
Bluetooth
BluetoothWi-Fi
Heart rate monitoringHow heart rate is measured; empty = no heart rate monitoring
Bluetooth chest strapChest strap included
SubscriptionWhether workouts and the screen are fully usable without a subscription (Peloton, iFit)
none
none
Tablet holderHolder for a tablet or smartphone according to the manufacturer; mark optional accessories separately
Integrated
Integrated
Dimensions & installation
Dimensions (L × W × H)Assembled, in cm, length × width × height at the lowest handlebar position – e.g. “150 × 68 × 117 cm”
101 × 51 × 117 cm (40 × 20 × 46 in)
140 × 49 × 140 cm (55 × 19 × 55 in)
Unladen weightWeight of the assembled bike without packaging according to the manufacturer.
35.7 kg (79 lb)
30 kg (66 lb)
Transport wheelsAccording to the manufacturer, the bike has wheels for moving it around.
Yes
Yes
Floor levelingHeight-adjustable feet to compensate for uneven floors according to the manufacturer.
Yes
Standards & classification
Usage classUsage class under DIN EN ISO 20957 according to the manufacturer.
H – Home use
General
Warranty
2 years
2 years
Price segment
Budget
Mid-range
Model year
2026
In the box
Speedbike S3, 2× 1-kg-Kurzhanteln, Tablethalterung, Flaschenhalter, Handtuch, Werkzeug, Anleitung, Knopfbatterie CR2477
Lenker, Sattel, Pedale mit Riemen/Korb, 15,6"-HD-Display, Hantelablage, Flaschenhalter, Werkzeug, Anleitung
Prices
Offers
Verdict
Pros & cons
Das JASPORT S3 ist ein leises Speedbike für Einsteiger: Magnetbremse und Riemen laufen kaum hörbar, der Tritt bleibt in Tests trotz 7,5 kg Schwungscheibe flüssig. Bequem passt es aber nur bis etwa 1,82 m, und der Sattel drückt schon nach rund 20 Minuten. Den Widerstand drehst du immer selbst, keine App regelt ihn automatisch.
Pros
- Nahezu geräuschlos dank Magnetbremse und Riemen
- Tritt in Tests flüssig, auch beim Wechsel von 60 auf 90 U/min
- 100 linear ansteigende Widerstandsstufen per Drehknopf
- Bluetooth-Anbindung an Zwift, Kinomap und Hersteller-App, in Tests stabil
- Bluetooth-Brustgurt, Tablethalterung und Kurzhanteln im Lieferumfang
- Aufbau allein in rund 30 Minuten, wartungsarm
Cons
- Bequem nur bis etwa 1,82 m statt angegebener 1,88 m
- Harter Sattel drückt in Tests nach etwa 20 Minuten
- Kein automatischer Widerstand, kein Bluetooth FTMS
- Maximalwiderstand für sportliche Fahrer zu gering
- Lenker nur in der Höhe verstellbar, wackelt bei schweren Fahrern unter Last
Das Merach S26B4 ist ein leises Indoor Bike für Kurse mit großem 15,6-Zoll-Bildschirm, Magnetbremse und Riemen – trotz 8 kg Schwungmasse fährt es sich in Tests rund. Für Freizeitsportler in der Mietwohnung halten wir es für eine gute Wahl. Der Haken: Watt gibt es nur geschätzt, den Widerstand drehst du selbst, und bequem passt es nur bis etwa 185 cm Körpergröße.
Pros
- Großer 15,6-Zoll-Bildschirm mit 1080p, neig- und schwenkbar
- Leiser Lauf durch Riemen und Magnetbremse, auch über 90 U/min
- Runder Tritt in Tests trotz nur 8 kg Schwungmasse
- 100 fein abgestufte Widerstandsstufen vom Aufwärmen bis zum Intervall
- Merach-App ohne Abo, Daten an Zwift und Kinomap per Bluetooth FTMS
- Bis 136 kg zugelassen laut Hersteller
Cons
- Watt nur berechnet und nur in der App, nicht am Display
- Widerstand nur per Drehknopf, keine automatische Steuerung durch Apps
- Bequem nur bis etwa 185 cm, Lenker nur in der Höhe verstellbar
- Kein Touchscreen trotz großem Bildschirm
- Spiegelung mit älteren Apple-Geräten in Tests unzuverlässig
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