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Matrix ICR50 vs. ProForm Studio Smart Power 10.0 compared

Indoor Cycling Bike

At a glance

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Overall rating
71Solide
72Solide
Value for money
60Fair
39Mediocre
Best price
€699.00
€1,553.99
Price advantage
€854.99 cheaper
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Offers
3 shops
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 20 of 45
Rank 19 of 45

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Matrix ICR50Overall rating 71ProForm Studio Smart Power 10.0Overall rating 72
Ridefeel & resistanceErgonomics& adjustabilityApp& connectivityStability& noiseBuildquality & ease of use
Matrix ICR50ProForm Studio Smart Power 10.0
Ride feel & resistance68/10077/100
Ergonomics & adjustability78/10069/100
App & connectivity60/10060/100
Stability & noise78/10085/100
Build quality & ease of use76/10077/100
Ride feel & resistance
68
77
Ergonomics & adjustability
78
69
App & connectivity
60
60
Stability & noise
78
85
Build quality & ease of use
76
77

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Matrix
ProForm
Model
ICR50
Studio Smart Power 10.0
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.
11.34 kg (25 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.
136 kg (300 lb)
114 kg (250 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
Yes

Ergonomics & comfort

Max. user heightMaximum recommended user height according to the manufacturer.
195 cm (6 ft 5 in)
Min. user heightMinimum recommended user height according to the manufacturer.
155 cm (5 ft 1 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 and fore-aft
Q-factorDistance between the pedals in cm according to the manufacturer – smaller is easier on the joints
15.9 cm (6.3 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.
Combo pedals (SPD and cage)
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.
11 levels
22 levels
Watt-controlledHolds a set power in watts regardless of cadence – ERG mode in training apps
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
Touchscreen
Display sizeScreen diagonal according to the manufacturer; leave blank for simple LCD displays
22 inches
10 inches
Displayed metricsValues the console shows directly according to the spec sheet, not just the app.
TimeDistanceCaloriesHeart rateCadenceSpeed
TimeDistanceSpeedCadenceWattsCaloriesHeart rate
Watt displayAccording to the manufacturer, the bike shows power in watts, either measured or calculated from resistance and cadence.
Yes
Yes
Power measurementHow the wattage is obtained: measured by a power meter or calculated from resistance and cadence – measured is more accurate
Measured (power meter)
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
4
Compatible appsApps the manufacturer explicitly lists as compatible.
ZwiftKinomapPeloton
iFit
Bluetooth FTMSOpen Bluetooth protocol for fitness equipment – lets apps outside our list connect too
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 strap
SubscriptionWhether workouts and the screen are fully usable without a subscription (Peloton, iFit)
none
required for full functionality
Subscription costRegular monthly price of the subscription; empty if there is no subscription
40 €/month
Tablet holderHolder for a tablet or smartphone according to the manufacturer; mark optional accessories separately
Integrated

Dimensions & installation

Dimensions (L × W × H)Assembled, in cm, length × width × height at the lowest handlebar position – e.g. “150 × 68 × 117 cm”
135 × 57 × 109 cm (53 × 22 × 43 in)
145 × 56 cm (Höhe nicht angegeben)
Unladen weightWeight of the assembled bike without packaging according to the manufacturer.
52 kg (115 lb)
62 kg (135 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
5 years
3 years
Price segment
Premium
Budget
Model year
2021
2018
In the box
Indoor Cycle, Kombipedale (SPD/Pedalkörbe), Flaschenhalter, Tablethalterung; Konsole optional
Heimtrainer, 2 Hanteln, Netzteil, Pedale mit Zehenkörben, Flaschenhalter (ohne Flasche), Montagewerkzeug, Handbuch

Prices

Offers

Matrix ICR50

ProForm Studio Smart Power 10.0

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Verdict

Pros & cons

Das Matrix ICR50 ist ein solides Kursrad ohne Abo-Zwang für Training nach Gefühl, Puls oder Ansage. Für Spinning-Kurse per Video eignen sich der leise Riemenantrieb, die 11 gut wiederholbaren Stufen und der schmale Q-Faktor von 15,9 cm. Der Haken: Apps können den Widerstand nicht steuern, einen ERG-Modus gibt es nicht. Eine Anzeige fehlt beim Grundgerät, Konsole und Display kosten extra.

Pros

  • Magnetbremse mit 11 klar gerasterten, wiederholbaren Stufen, Hebel bremst als Notstopp
  • Leiser, wartungsarmer Riemenantrieb mit hinten liegender, vor Schweiß geschützter Schwungscheibe
  • Schmaler Q-Faktor von 15,9 cm, Sattel in Höhe und Länge verstellbar
  • 52 kg Eigengewicht für einen ruhigen Wiegetritt
  • Bluetooth FTMS für Zwift, Kinomap und Peloton ohne Hersteller-Abo
  • Kombipedale für SPD und Turnschuhe, 5 Jahre Garantie auf den Rahmen

Cons

  • Kein von Apps gesteuerter Widerstand, kein ERG-Modus
  • Wattwerte nur geschätzt, laut Hersteller ungenau
  • Grundgerät ohne Anzeige, Konsole und 22-Zoll-Display kosten extra
  • Lenker nur in der Höhe verstellbar
  • Bluetooth-Modul läuft mit Batterien, eine Ladestandsanzeige wird nicht genannt

Das ProForm Studio Smart Power 10.0 ist ein solides Indoor Bike mit stabilem Stahlrahmen, dessen Widerstand iFit-Kurse und Bordprogramme selbst über 22 Stufen regeln. Es taugt für dich, wenn du angeleitete Kurse magst und das Abo fest einplanst. Der Haken: Zwift und Peloton laufen nicht, und ohne Abo speichert der Touchscreen keine einzige Einheit.

Pros

  • Stabiler Stahlrahmen mit rund 52 kg, bleibt in Tests auch bei hartem Training ruhig
  • Motorisch verstellte Magnetbremse mit 22 Stufen, von iFit und Bordprogrammen gesteuert
  • Schwenkbarer 10-Zoll-Touchscreen, auch für Hantelübungen neben dem Bike
  • Leiser, wartungsarmer Riemenantrieb statt Kette
  • HDMI-Ausgang laut Handbuch für das Bild auf dem Fernseher
  • Sattel in Höhe und Länge verstellbar, Schrittlänge 69 bis 99 cm

Cons

  • Voller Funktionsumfang nur mit kostenpflichtigem iFit-Abo
  • Keine Anbindung an Zwift, Peloton oder andere offene Apps
  • Ohne Abo werden keine Einheiten gespeichert, kein USB oder Speicher
  • Ab Werk nur Pedale mit Körben, keine SPD-Klickpedale
  • Belastbarkeit laut Hersteller nur bis 114 kg

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