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Merach Crosstrainer E27B1 vs. Sportstech CX625 compared

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Overall rating
80Gut
79Gut
Value for money
86Excellent
88Excellent
Best price
€541.48€699.99−23 %
€499.00
Price advantage
—
€42.48 cheaper
Offers
1 shop
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 6 of 26
Rank 7 of 26

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Merach Crosstrainer E27B1Overall rating 80Sportstech CX625Overall rating 79
Motion& ergonomicsResistance& flywheelWorkouts& appStability& noiseBuildquality & ease of use
Merach Crosstrainer E27B1Sportstech CX625
Motion & ergonomics81/10058/100
Resistance & flywheel73/10080/100
Workouts & app75/10078/100
Stability & noise95/10074/100
Build quality & ease of use87/10082/100
Motion & ergonomics
81
58
Resistance & flywheel
73
80
Workouts & app
75
78
Stability & noise
95
74
Build quality & ease of use
87
82

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Merach
Sportstech
Model
E27B1
CX625
Stride lengthMaximum stride length according to the manufacturer in cm – from about 45 cm for most users, from 50 cm for tall users
47 cm (19 in)
32 cm (13 in)
DrivePosition of the flywheel: front, rear or center – shapes the feel of the motion and the space required
Rear drive
Rear 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
7.98 kg (18 lb)
15 kg (33 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”.
Magnetic, motorized
Magnetic, motorized
Max. loadPermitted user weight according to the manufacturer in kg
180 kg (395 lb)
120 kg (265 lb)

Ergonomics & motion

Q-factorDistance between the pedals in cm according to the manufacturer – smaller is easier on the joints
18 cm (7.1 in)
24 cm (9.4 in)
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)
185 cm (6 ft 1 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
44 cm (17 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”
16 kg (35 lb)
Resistance levelsNumber of resistance levels according to the manufacturer; leave empty for stepless adjustment
16
32
Watt-controlledHolds a set power output in watts regardless of speed – cadence-independent training
No
Yes
InclineThe ramp or pedal track can be inclined according to the manufacturer, manually or electrically
No
Power supplyWhere the console and resistance get their power – “self-powered” needs no outlet
Self-powered, no outlet needed
Power adapter

Console & connectivity

DisplayType of display on the console; touchscreens with classes often require a subscription
Backlit LCD
LCD
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
12
12
App connectivityControl or workout tracking via app, including the manufacturer app
Yes
Yes
Compatible appsWhich apps can control or track the unit; the manufacturer app counts too
Manufacturer appKinomapZwift
Manufacturer app
Heart rate monitoringHow heart rate is measured; empty = no heart rate monitoring
Hand sensors
Hand sensorsBluetooth chest strap
SubscriptionWhether training and screen are fully usable without a subscription (iFit, Peloton)
optional
optional
Subscription costRegular monthly price of the subscription; empty if there is no subscription
7.99 €/month
FeaturesExtras on the console and the unit
Tablet holderBottle holder
Tablet holderBottle holder

Dimensions & installation

Dimensions (L × W × H)Assembled, in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “157 × 58 × 170 cm”
148.8 × 56.6 × 165.3 cm (59 × 22 × 65 in)
112 × 70 × 163 cm (44 × 28 × 64 in)
FoldableCan be folded for storage according to the manufacturer
No
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
59.2 kg (130 lb)
41.3 kg (91 lb)

General

Warranty
2 years
5 years
Price segment
Budget
Mid-range
In the box
Crosstrainer (weitgehend vormontiert), Montagewerkzeug, Aufbauanleitung
CX625 Crosstrainer, Handbuch DE

Prices

Offers

Merach Crosstrainer E27B1

Sportstech CX625

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Verdict

Pros & cons

Der Merach Crosstrainer E27B1 ist ein leiser, standfester Crosstrainer für App-Training, der ohne Steckdose läuft. Merach-App und Kinomap regeln den Widerstand über die Motorbremse automatisch, die 47 cm Schrittlänge passen bis etwa 1,90 m. Der Haken liegt an der Konsole: keine nutzbare Pulsmessung, kein Brustgurt-Empfang, nur einfache Programme. Wer Tablet und Brustgurt ohnehin nutzt, bekommt aus unserer Sicht ein ehrliches Gerät ohne große Abstriche.

Pros

  • Sehr leiser, runder Lauf trotz rund 8 kg Schwungrad
  • Läuft ohne Steckdose dank eingebautem Generator
  • Merach-App und Kinomap regeln den Widerstand automatisch über die Motorbremse
  • 47 cm Schrittlänge für Menschen bis etwa 1,90 m
  • Standfest bei 56 bis 59 kg Eigengewicht laut Tests
  • Zu 80 % vormontiert, Aufbau in 30 bis 60 min

Cons

  • Laut Tests keine nutzbare Pulsmessung und kein Brustgurt-Empfang an der Konsole
  • Konsole zeigt nur Basiswerte, Programme sind einfach
  • Pedalabstand von 18 bis 20 cm am oberen Rand
  • Oberste Widerstandsstufen für geübte Sportler mehrfach zu schwach
  • Nicht klappbar, keine Wattsteuerung

Der Sportstech CX625 ist ein ruhig laufender Mittelklasse-Crosstrainer mit motorischer Magnetbremse und echter Wattsteuerung. Er passt zu dir, wenn du zwischen 1,60 und 1,80 m misst, unter 100 kg wiegst und moderat trainierst. Der Haken: eine Schrittlänge von nur 32 bis 36 cm, ein breiter Pedalabstand und leichtes Wackeln unter schweren Nutzern. Achte auf die Version, denn nur die ältere unterstützt Kinomap.

Pros

  • Gleichmäßiger, ruckelfreier Lauf dank Heckantrieb in allen Tests
  • Wattsteuerung hält die Leistung unabhängig vom Tempo
  • Motorische Magnetbremse mit 16 oder 32 Stufen
  • Brustgurt-Empfang per Bluetooth für verlässliche Pulswerte
  • Leise genug für Fernsehen und Podcasts in Zimmerlautstärke
  • 5 Jahre Garantie laut Datenblatt

Cons

  • Schrittlänge nur 32 bis 36 cm und nicht verstellbar
  • Breiter Pedalabstand von 22 bis 24 cm
  • Leichtes Wackeln ab etwa 100 kg und bei Sprints
  • Neue Version ohne Kinomap, nur Sportstech Live mit Abo
  • Für Menschen über 1,85 m laut Datenblatt ungeeignet

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