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Merach S19 Liegeergometer vs. NordicTrack GX LE Heimtrainer compared

Exercise Bike

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Overall rating
60Solide
64Solide
Value for money
58Okay
54Okay
Best price
€399.49€469.99−15 %
€599.00
Price advantage
€199.51 cheaper
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Offers
3 shops
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 20 of 30
Rank 18 of 30

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Merach S19 LiegeergometerOverall rating 60NordicTrack GX LE HeimtrainerOverall rating 64
Resistance& wattage accuracySeatingcomfort & ergonomicsWorkouts& appStability& noiseBuildquality & ease of use
Merach S19 LiegeergometerNordicTrack GX LE Heimtrainer
Resistance & wattage accuracy48/10055/100
Seating comfort & ergonomics70/10068/100
Workouts & app42/10066/100
Stability & noise84/10076/100
Build quality & ease of use66/10060/100
Resistance & wattage accuracy
48
55
Seating comfort & ergonomics
70
68
Workouts & app
42
66
Stability & noise
84
76
Build quality & ease of use
66
60

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Merach
NordicTrack
Model
S19
GX LE
TypeErgometer: speed-independent, watt-controlled – the set power stays the same regardless of pedaling cadence; exercise bike: resistance depends on speed
Exercise bike
Exercise bike
Form factorBasic design according to the manufacturer: upright, semi-recumbent with backrest, or folding X-bike
Recumbent (chair-style)
Upright
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, manual
Max. loadPermitted user weight according to the manufacturer in kg
150 kg (330 lb)
147 kg (325 lb)
App connectivityControl or workout tracking via app, including the manufacturer app
Yes
Yes

Ergonomics & access

Saddle adjustmentHow the saddle can be adjusted according to the manufacturer – fore-aft adjustment helps very tall and very short users
Height and fore-aft
Adjustable handlebarHandlebar can be adjusted in height or angle according to the manufacturer
Yes

Drive & resistance

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
3 kg (6.6 lb)
9 kg (20 lb)
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”
9 kg (20 lb)
Resistance levelsNumber of resistance levels according to the manufacturer; leave empty for stepless adjustment
8
24
Power supplyWhere the console and resistance get their power – “self-powered” needs no outlet
Battery

Console & connectivity

DisplayType of display on the console; touchscreens with classes often require a subscription
LCD
LCD
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
8
Heart-rate-controlled programsPrograms that adjust resistance based on heart rate – requires heart rate monitoring
No
Compatible appsWhich apps can control or track the unit; the manufacturer app counts too
Manufacturer appKinomapZwift
iFit
Heart rate monitoringHow heart rate is measured; empty = no heart rate monitoring
Hand sensors
SubscriptionWhether training and screen are fully usable without a subscription (iFit, Peloton)
none
required for full functionality
FeaturesExtras on the console and the unit
Tablet holderBottle holder
Tablet holder

Dimensions & installation

Dimensions (L × W × H)When set up, in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “95 × 55 × 140 cm”
122 × 60 × 118 cm (48 × 24 × 46 in)
106.4 × 62.2 × 138.4 cm (42 × 24 × 54 in)
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
26 kg (57 lb)
54.5 kg (120 lb)

General

Warranty
2 years
5 years
In the box
Liegeergometer, Brustgurt, Tablet-Halterung

Prices

Offers

Merach S19 Liegeergometer

NordicTrack GX LE Heimtrainer

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Verdict

Pros & cons

Das Merach S19 Liegeergometer ist ein leiser, stabiler Liege-Heimtrainer für ruhiges, gelenkschonendes Ausdauertraining, das vor allem Ältere und Menschen in der Reha bis 150 kg anspricht. Der Tritt läuft trotz 3 kg Schwungmasse rund. Der Haken sind schlichte Elektronik ohne Programme und wackelnde Haltegriffe am Sitz. Den Widerstand stellst du per Hebel ein, keine App kann ihn steuern.

Pros

  • Sehr leiser Lauf, Fernsehen und Telefonate bleiben nebenher möglich
  • Runder Tritt trotz nur 3 kg Schwungscheibe
  • Stabiler, sauber verarbeiteter Rahmen, laut Hersteller bis 150 kg
  • Netzlehne und Sitz auf Schiene in acht Positionen
  • Wartungsarmer Doppelriemenantrieb
  • Batteriebetrieb, keine Steckdose nötig

Cons

  • Klappbare Sitzgriffe haben Spiel und wackeln
  • Keine Programme, keine Wattsteuerung, Widerstand nicht per App steuerbar
  • Handpuls springt, Kalorienanzeige reagiert kaum auf den Widerstand
  • Kurse der Merach-App nach 14 Tagen nur mit Abo
  • Acht Stufen bieten kräftigen Fahrern zu wenig Widerstand

Der NordicTrack GX LE ist ein schwerer, aufrechter Heimtrainer, der für geführte iFIT-Kurse vom eigenen Tablet gebaut ist. Er passt zu dir, wenn du entspannt sitzen und dich regelmäßig anleiten lassen willst. Der Haken: keine drehzahlunabhängige Wattsteuerung, kein offenes FTMS für Zwift, und die Kurse laufen nur mit einem Abo, das sich automatisch verlängert.

Pros

  • Aufrechte, entspannte Sitzposition schont Handgelenke und unteren Rücken
  • 54,5 kg Eigengewicht für einen ruhigen Stand auch bei kräftigem Treten
  • Geführte iFIT-Kurse von Erholungsfahrt bis intensiver Einheit
  • Abo laut Datenblatt optional, Monatsabo möglich
  • Tablet-Halter für Kursvideos oder Serien beim Training

Cons

  • Keine drehzahlunabhängige Wattsteuerung, daher kein Ergometer für Reha
  • Nur iFit als kompatible App, kein offenes FTMS für Zwift oder Kinomap
  • iFIT-Abo verlängert sich automatisch ohne rechtzeitige Kündigung
  • Kein eingebauter Bildschirm, eigenes Tablet nötig

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