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Merach Crosstrainer MR-E33 vs. Sportstech CX608 compared

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The key numbers for both devices side by side.

Overall rating
69Solide
72Solide
Value for money
63Fair
92Excellent
Best price
€529.99
€254.15
Price advantage
—
€275.84 cheaper
Offers
2 shops
2 shops
Rank in category
Rank 15 of 26
Rank 14 of 26

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Merach Crosstrainer MR-E33Overall rating 69Sportstech CX608Overall rating 72
Motion& ergonomicsResistance& flywheelWorkouts& appStability& noiseBuildquality & ease of use
Merach Crosstrainer MR-E33Sportstech CX608
Motion & ergonomics63/10060/100
Resistance & flywheel60/10066/100
Workouts & app62/10068/100
Stability & noise76/10080/100
Build quality & ease of use70/10078/100
Motion & ergonomics
63
60
Resistance & flywheel
60
66
Workouts & app
62
68
Stability & noise
76
80
Build quality & ease of use
70
78

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Merach
Sportstech
Model
MR-E33
CX608
Stride lengthMaximum stride length according to the manufacturer in cm – from about 45 cm for most users, from 50 cm for tall users
42 cm (17 in)
33 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
6.8 kg (15 lb)
10 kg (22 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, manual
Max. loadPermitted user weight according to the manufacturer in kg
150 kg (330 lb)
120 kg (265 lb)

Ergonomics & motion

Q-factorDistance between the pedals in cm according to the manufacturer – smaller is easier on the joints
20 cm (7.9 in)
22 cm (8.7 in)
Max. user heightMaximum recommended user height according to the manufacturer in cm; if a range is given, the upper value
193 cm (6 ft 4 in)
190 cm (6 ft 3 in)
Adjustable stride lengthStride length can be adjusted according to the manufacturer, e.g. from 45 to 55 cm
No
No

Drive & resistance

Resistance levelsNumber of resistance levels according to the manufacturer; leave empty for stepless adjustment
16
8
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
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
LCD
LCD
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
0
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 appKinomap
Manufacturer appKinomapZwift
Bluetooth FTMSOpen Bluetooth protocol for fitness equipment – lets apps outside our list connect too
Yes
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)
none
optional
Subscription costRegular monthly price of the subscription; empty if there is no subscription
7.49 €/month
FeaturesExtras on the console and the unit
Bottle holderTablet holder
Tablet holderBottle holder

Dimensions & installation

Dimensions (L × W × H)Assembled, in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “157 × 58 × 170 cm”
149 × 57 × 165 cm (59 × 22 × 65 in)
125 × 69 × 162 cm (49 × 27 × 64 in)
FoldableCan be folded for storage according to the manufacturer
No
Yes
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
45.7 kg (100 lb)
39.5 kg (87 lb)

General

Warranty
2 years
2 years
Price segment
Budget
Budget
Model year
2025
In the box
Crosstrainer (teilweise vormontiert), Montagewerkzeug
Crosstrainer, Montagematerial und Werkzeug, Display-Computer, Bedienungsanleitung, Batterien (2× AAA)

Prices

Offers

Merach Crosstrainer MR-E33

Sportstech CX608

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Verdict

Pros & cons

Der Merach MR-E33 ist ein sehr leiser, kompakter Einsteiger-Crosstrainer für kleine Wohnungen und lockeres bis moderates Training ohne Steckdose. Er passt am besten zu Menschen bis etwa 1,80 m und ist in Tests in unter 30 Minuten aufgebaut. Der Haken: kurzer Schritt, leichte Schwungmasse. Mit 42 cm Schrittlänge und 6,8 kg Schwungmasse stößt er bei harten Intervallen und großen Nutzern an Grenzen, außerdem fehlen Programme, Wattsteuerung und Brustgurt-Empfang.

Pros

  • In Tests sehr leiser Lauf ohne Klappern oder Quietschen
  • Kompakte Stellfläche von rund 101 x 58 cm
  • Zu 80 % vormontiert, in Tests in unter 30 Minuten aufgebaut
  • Läuft ohne Steckdose, Aufstellort frei wählbar
  • Bluetooth-Kopplung mit kostenloser Merach-App und Kinomap
  • Steht in Tests auch bei zügigem Tempo ohne Wackeln

Cons

  • Schwungmasse nur 6,8 kg, bei schnellem Tempo weniger runder Lauf
  • Schrittlänge 42 cm, nicht verstellbar, knapp für große Nutzer
  • Keine Programme und keine Wattsteuerung
  • Puls nur über Handsensoren, kein Brustgurt-Empfang
  • Nicht klappbar, LCD ohne Hintergrundbeleuchtung

Der Sportstech CX608 ist ein leiser Crosstrainer für Einsteiger, der in der Mietwohnung auch späte Einheiten erlaubt und sogar einen Bluetooth-Brustgurt empfängt. Für Menschen unter etwa 1,80 m mit moderatem Training taugt er. Der Haken: feste 33 cm Schrittlänge, 22 cm Pedalabstand und nur acht manuelle Stufen – für große oder ambitionierte Nutzer reicht das nicht, und Kinomap lief im Test nicht.

Pros

  • Leiser Lauf, in Tests Fernsehen in Zimmerlautstärke nebenher möglich
  • Konsole empfängt einen Bluetooth-Brustgurt, in dieser Preisklasse nicht selbstverständlich
  • Konsole ohne langes Lesen verständlich
  • Feste und bewegliche Griffe sowie große Pedale mit 39 x 15 cm
  • Tablet- und Flaschenhalter, Transportrollen zum Verschieben

Cons

  • Feste Schrittlänge von 33 cm, ab etwa 1,85 m zu kurz
  • Pedalabstand von 22 cm wirkt breitbeinig
  • Nur 8 manuelle Stufen, zu wenig für harte Intervalle
  • Kinomap und Zwift im Test der neuen Version nicht nutzbar
  • Unrunder Lauf und leichtes Wackeln unter hoher Last

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