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NordicTrack X24 Bike vs. Sportstech sBike compared
Indoor Cycling Bike
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
8989Gut
8888Gut
Value for money
72Fair
86Excellent
Best price
€1,668.95
€1,099.00€1,299.00−15 %
Price advantage
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€569.95 cheaper
Offers
2 shops
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 3 of 45
Rank 4 of 45
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
NordicTrack X24 BikeOverall rating 89Sportstech sBikeOverall rating 88
NordicTrack X24 BikeSportstech sBike
Ride feel & resistance95/10087/100
Ergonomics & adjustability88/10086/100
App & connectivity83/10080/100
Stability & noise91/10092/100
Build quality & ease of use90/10091/100
Ride feel & resistance
95
87
Ergonomics & adjustability
88
86
App & connectivity
83
80
Stability & noise
91
92
Build quality & ease of use
90
91
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
X24
sBike
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.
14.5 kg (32 lb)
16.5 kg (36 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.
159 kg (350 lb)
150 kg (330 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
Yes
No
Ergonomics & comfort
Max. user heightMaximum recommended user height according to the manufacturer.
193 cm (6 ft 4 in)
200 cm (6 ft 7 in)
Min. user heightMinimum recommended user height according to the manufacturer.
149.9 cm (4 ft 11 in)
165 cm (5 ft 5 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 only
Q-factorDistance between the pedals in cm according to the manufacturer – smaller is easier on the joints
15 cm (5.9 in)
17.1 cm (6.7 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)
Combo pedals (SPD and cage)
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.
24 levels
24 levels
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”
16.5 kg (36 lb)
Watt-controlledHolds a set power in watts regardless of cadence – ERG mode in training apps
Yes
Max. powerMaximum braking power in watts according to the manufacturer
1,200 W
400 W
Power supplyPower supply of the console according to the manufacturer.
Power adapter
Console & connectivity
DisplayType of built-in monitor according to the manufacturer; a plain tablet holder counts as no display.
Touchscreen
Touchscreen
Display sizeScreen diagonal according to the manufacturer; leave blank for simple LCD displays
24 inches
21.5 inches
Displayed metricsValues the console shows directly according to the spec sheet, not just the app.
TimeDistanceSpeedCadenceWattsCaloriesHeart rate
Watt displayAccording to the manufacturer, the bike shows power in watts, either measured or calculated from resistance and cadence.
Yes
Yes
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
11
Compatible appsApps the manufacturer explicitly lists as compatible.
iFit
Manufacturer app
Wireless interfacesWireless connections of the bike according to the manufacturer.
BluetoothWi-Fi
BluetoothWi-Fi
Heart rate monitoringHow heart rate is measured; empty = no heart rate monitoring
Bluetooth chest strap
Bluetooth chest strap
SubscriptionWhether workouts and the screen are fully usable without a subscription (Peloton, iFit)
required for full functionality
optional
Subscription costRegular monthly price of the subscription; empty if there is no subscription
39 €/month
7.49 €/month
Tablet holderHolder for a tablet or smartphone according to the manufacturer; mark optional accessories separately
None
Dimensions & installation
Dimensions (L × W × H)Assembled, in cm, length × width × height at the lowest handlebar position – e.g. “150 × 68 × 117 cm”
143.3 × 55.4 × 159.3 cm (56 × 22 × 63 in)
155 × 61.5 × 153 cm (61 × 24 × 60 in)
Unladen weightWeight of the assembled bike without packaging according to the manufacturer.
93 kg (205 lb)
73.5 kg (160 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
General
Warranty
2 years
2 years
Price segment
Premium
Premium
Model year
2025
In the box
X24 Bike, 2 Hanteln à 1,5 kg, 1 Monat iFIT-Mitgliedschaft
Speedbike, Display-Computer, Stromversorgung, Flaschenhalter, Montagematerial und Werkzeug, Bedienungsanleitung
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Verdict
Pros & cons
Das NordicTrack X24 Bike ist ein Indoor Bike mit neigbarem Rahmen bis 20 % Steigung, das gefilmte Strecken leise und mit realistischem Fahrgefühl nachfährt. Es taugt für dich, wenn du iFIT Pro dauerhaft einplanst und einen festen Stellplatz hast. Der Haken: Ohne Abo bleibt vom 24-Zoll-Touchscreen kaum mehr als der manuelle Modus, und Zwift ist nicht belegt.
Pros
- Rahmen neigt sich von 10 % Gefälle bis 20 % Steigung, mit iFIT automatisch
- Magnetbremse und Riemen laufen in Tests sehr leise
- 24 fein abgestufte Widerstandsstufen, auch für harte Einheiten ausreichend
- Q-Faktor von 15 cm wie am Straßenrad
- Schwenkbarer 24-Zoll-Touchscreen auch für Kraftübungen neben dem Rad
- Belastbar bis 159 kg laut Hersteller
Cons
- Automatik, Kurse und Streaming nur mit iFIT-Pro-Abo
- Keine belegte Kopplung mit Zwift oder anderen offenen Apps
- Wattanzeige weicht in einem Test um bis zu 10 % ab
- Sattel in mehreren Tests zu hart
- 93 kg schwer, Lenker nur in der Höhe verstellbar
Das Sportstech sBike ist ein ruhiges, leises Indoor Bike mit 68 kg Eigengewicht, genauer Wattanzeige und drehbarem 21,5-Zoll-Touchscreen. Wir halten es für eine starke Wahl, wenn du gern deutschsprachige Kurse fährst und dafür ein Abo zahlst. Der Haken liegt in der Software: Kurse und Auto-Widerstand nur mit Abo, und Zwift oder Kinomap nur per Spiegelung vom Smartphone.
Pros
- Steht mit 68 kg auch im Wiegetritt ruhig
- Wattanzeige in Tests nur 2 bis 5 % unter Messpedalen
- Leiser Riemenantrieb, laut Hersteller rund 50 dB
- Drehbarer 21,5-Zoll-Touchscreen auch für Yoga und Krafttraining
- Automatischer Widerstand in Kursen mit deutschsprachigen Trainern
- Berührungslose Magnetbremse ohne Filzverschleiß
Cons
- Kurse und automatischer Widerstand nur mit kostenpflichtigem Abo
- Zwift und Kinomap nur per Bildschirmspiegelung vom Smartphone
- Eingebaute Lautsprecher gegen Kursmusik zu leise
- Sattel bei Einheiten über 45 Minuten recht hart
- Mehrfach Probleme mit App-Login und Bluetooth, WLAN ohne WPA3
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