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JOROTO X2 Heimtrainer vs. Merach S38 Heimtrainer compared
Indoor Cycling Bike
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
6565Solide
6565Solide
Value for money
60Fair
84Excellent
Best price
No offer right now
€199.99
Price advantage
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Offers
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2 shops
Rank in category
Rank 29 of 45
Rank 28 of 45
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
JOROTO X2 HeimtrainerOverall rating 65Merach S38 HeimtrainerOverall rating 65
JOROTO X2 HeimtrainerMerach S38 Heimtrainer
Ride feel & resistance67/10053/100
Ergonomics & adjustability56/10054/100
App & connectivity44/10060/100
Stability & noise69/10066/100
Build quality & ease of use54/10055/100
Ride feel & resistance
67
53
Ergonomics & adjustability
56
54
App & connectivity
44
60
Stability & noise
69
66
Build quality & ease of use
54
55
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
X2
S38
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.
16 kg (35 lb)
6 kg (13 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.
160 kg (355 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.
195 cm (6 ft 5 in)
188 cm (6 ft 2 in)
Min. user heightMinimum recommended user height according to the manufacturer.
150 cm (4 ft 11 in)
144 cm (4 ft 9 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 and fore-aft
Height only
Q-factorDistance between the pedals in cm according to the manufacturer – smaller is easier on the joints
20.3 cm (8 in)
18 cm (7.1 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.
7 levels
16 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.
Power adapter
Battery
Console & connectivity
DisplayType of built-in monitor according to the manufacturer; a plain tablet holder counts as no display.
LCD
LCD
Displayed metricsValues the console shows directly according to the spec sheet, not just the app.
TimeSpeedDistanceCalories
TimeSpeedDistanceCalories
Watt displayAccording to the manufacturer, the bike shows power in watts, either measured or calculated from resistance and cadence.
No
No
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
0
0
Compatible appsApps the manufacturer explicitly lists as compatible.
Kinomap
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
Bluetooth
Heart rate monitoringHow heart rate is measured; empty = no heart rate monitoring
Hand sensors
Bluetooth chest strapANT+ chest strap
SubscriptionWhether workouts and the screen are fully usable without a subscription (Peloton, iFit)
optional
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”
105 × 53 × 120 cm (41 × 21 × 47 in)
97 × 19 × 76 cm (38 × 7.5 × 30 in)
Unladen weightWeight of the assembled bike without packaging according to the manufacturer.
43 kg (95 lb)
29.9 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
Yes
Standards & classification
Usage classUsage class under DIN EN ISO 20957 according to the manufacturer.
H – Home use
General
Warranty
1 years
2 years
Price segment
Budget
Budget
In the box
X2 Indoor Bike, Bedienungsanleitung, Montagewerkzeug
Heimtrainer, Sattel, Pedale mit Riemen, Lenker, LCD-Monitor, Flaschen- und Tablethalter, Montagematerial, Werkzeug, Anleitung
Prices
Offers
Verdict
Pros & cons
Der JOROTO X2 ist ein leises Einstiegs-Speedbike mit Abstrichen: Magnetbremse, Riemen und 16 kg Schwungmasse sorgen für einen runden, ruhigen Tritt. Wirklich gut passt er nur, wenn du zwischen 1,75 und 1,88 m groß bist. Der Computer zeigt weder Watt noch Trittfrequenz, und in Erfahrungsberichten tauchen mehrfach quietschende Lager und schiefe Schweißnähte auf. Beim Aufbau solltest du also selbst genau hinsehen.
Pros
- Magnetbremse und Riemen laufen in Tests nahezu geräuschlos
- 16 kg Schwungmasse für einen runden, gleichmäßigen Tritt
- Sattel und Lenker in Höhe und Länge verstellbar
- Aufbau in 15 bis 45 min, Antrieb ab Werk vormontiert
- Sattel und Pedale gegen Standardteile tauschbar
Cons
- Computer ohne Watt, Trittfrequenz und Beleuchtung
- Quietschende Lager und schiefe Schweißnähte mehrfach nach Wochen berichtet
- Widerstandsknopf ohne Skala, 13 bis 16 Umdrehungen bis Maximallast
- Lenker für Menschen um 1,65 m zu weit entfernt
- Nur Körbe mit Riemen, keine SPD-Pedale
Der Merach S38 ist ein leises Einsteiger-Indoor-Bike mit Magnetbremse, Riemen und offenem Bluetooth FTMS für Zwift und Kinomap. Er taugt für lockeres bis zügiges Ausdauertraining im Sitzen in hellhörigen Wohnungen. Der Haken: Der Widerstand beginnt bei über 100 W und regelt sprunghaft, Watt sind nur geschätzt, und bequem passt das Rad nur bis etwa 185 cm. Für Training nach Watt und viel Wiegetritt halten wir es für zu leicht und zu ungenau.
Pros
- Sehr leiser Betrieb durch Magnetbremse und Riemen, laut Hersteller unter 25 dB
- Offenes Bluetooth FTMS für Zwift, Kinomap und QZ
- Kostenlose Hersteller-App ohne Abo mit Kursen
- Guter Q-Faktor von 18 cm für gerade Kniestellung
- Im Sitzen trotz 6 kg Schwungmasse runder Tritt
- Knapp 30 kg und Transportrollen, leicht zu verschieben
Cons
- Grundwiderstand in Tests schon über etwa 100 W
- Drehknopf regelt nicht linear, Last springt nach einer Umdrehung
- Bequem nur bis etwa 185 cm statt der genannten 188 cm
- Rahmen gibt im Wiegetritt nach, einhändig leicht kippelig
- Unbeleuchtetes LCD ohne Stufen- und Wattanzeige, Watt nur geschätzt
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