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Merach S19 Liegeergometer vs. ProForm 325 CSX Liegeergometer compared

Exercise Bike

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Overall rating
60Solide
59Schwach
Value for money
58Okay
71Fair
Best price
€399.49€469.99−15 %
€276.48
Price advantage
—
€123.01 cheaper
Offers
3 shops
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 20 of 30
Rank 22 of 30

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Merach S19 LiegeergometerOverall rating 60ProForm 325 CSX LiegeergometerOverall rating 59
Resistance& wattage accuracySeatingcomfort & ergonomicsWorkouts& appStability& noiseBuildquality & ease of use
Merach S19 LiegeergometerProForm 325 CSX Liegeergometer
Resistance & wattage accuracy48/10045/100
Seating comfort & ergonomics70/10070/100
Workouts & app42/10052/100
Stability & noise84/10070/100
Build quality & ease of use66/10064/100
Resistance & wattage accuracy
48
45
Seating comfort & ergonomics
70
70
Workouts & app
42
52
Stability & noise
84
70
Build quality & ease of use
66
64

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Merach
ProForm
Model
S19
325 CSX
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)
Recumbent (chair-style)
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
Magnetic, motorized
Max. loadPermitted user weight according to the manufacturer in kg
150 kg (330 lb)
136 kg (300 lb)
App connectivityControl or workout tracking via app, including the manufacturer app
Yes
Yes

Ergonomics & access

Q-factorDistance between the pedals in cm according to the manufacturer – smaller is easier on the joints
24.13 cm (9.5 in)
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)
Resistance levelsNumber of resistance levels according to the manufacturer; leave empty for stepless adjustment
8
22
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
Display sizeScreen diagonal according to the manufacturer; leave blank for simple LCD displays
5 inches
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
8
0
Heart-rate-controlled programsPrograms that adjust resistance based on heart rate – requires heart rate monitoring
No
Yes
Compatible appsWhich apps can control or track the unit; the manufacturer app counts too
Manufacturer appKinomapZwift
iFit
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
SubscriptionWhether training and screen are fully usable without a subscription (iFit, Peloton)
none
required for full functionality
Subscription costRegular monthly price of the subscription; empty if there is no subscription
15 €/month
FeaturesExtras on the console and the unit
Tablet holderBottle holder
FanBottle holderUSB charging portTablet holderSpeakers

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)
142 × 63 × 123 cm (56 × 25 × 48 in)
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
26 kg (57 lb)
53.5 kg (120 lb)

General

Warranty
2 years
2 years
In the box
Liegeergometer, Brustgurt, Tablet-Halterung
30-tägige iFIT-Train-Mitgliedschaft (Code auf Anfrage)

Prices

Offers

Merach S19 Liegeergometer

ProForm 325 CSX Liegeergometer

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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

Das ProForm 325 CSX ist ein bequemes Einstiegs-Liegerad mit Rückenlehne, Haltegriffen und leiser Motorbremse in 22 Stufen. Es passt zu Einsteigern und Älteren, die gelenkschonend und locker treten wollen. Der Haken: Es gibt keine Wattsteuerung, und Bluetooth FTMS sowie Pulsprogramme laufen nur mit dem iFIT-Abo – ohne Abo trainierst du von Hand auf einem kleinen Display.

Pros

  • Gepolsterter Sitz mit Rückenlehne und Haltegriffen entlastet den Rücken
  • 22 motorisch verstellte Stufen mit Schnellwahltasten
  • Laut Hersteller nahezu geräuschlose Magnetbremse ohne Abrieb
  • Ventilator, USB-C-Buchse, Lautsprecher und Tablet-Halter an Bord
  • Mit iFIT automatische Widerstandsanpassung und Export zu Strava und Garmin
  • Zugelassen für Nutzer bis 136 kg

Cons

  • Keine Wattsteuerung und keine Wattanzeige
  • Bluetooth FTMS und Pulsprogramme nur mit kostenpflichtigem iFIT-Abo
  • Keine voreingestellten Programme ab Werk
  • Breiter Q-Faktor von 24,13 cm, ungünstig für empfindliche Knie
  • Keine Handpulssensoren und keine Angaben zum Sitzverstellweg

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