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NordicTrack X24 Bike vs. Sportstech sBike Lite compared
Indoor Cycling Bike
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
8989Gut
9090Sehr gut
Value for money
72Fair
95Excellent
Best price
€1,668.95
€699.00
Price advantage
—
€969.95 cheaper
Offers
2 shops
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 3 of 45
Rank 1 of 45
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
NordicTrack X24 BikeOverall rating 89Sportstech sBike LiteOverall rating 90
NordicTrack X24 BikeSportstech sBike Lite
Ride feel & resistance95/10089/100
Ergonomics & adjustability88/10091/100
App & connectivity83/10090/100
Stability & noise91/10097/100
Build quality & ease of use90/10091/100
Ride feel & resistance
95
89
Ergonomics & adjustability
88
91
App & connectivity
83
90
Stability & noise
91
97
Build quality & ease of use
90
91
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
X24
sBike Lite
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
Electromagnetic (motorized)
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
Yes
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 and fore-aft
Q-factorDistance between the pedals in cm according to the manufacturer – smaller is easier on the joints
15 cm (5.9 in)
17 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
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
350 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
LED
Display sizeScreen diagonal according to the manufacturer; leave blank for simple LCD displays
24 inches
2.5 inches
Displayed metricsValues the console shows directly according to the spec sheet, not just the app.
TimeDistanceCadenceSpeedWattsCaloriesHeart 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
0
Compatible appsApps the manufacturer explicitly lists as compatible.
iFit
Manufacturer appKinomapZwiftQZ Fitness (qdomyos-zwift)
Bluetooth FTMSOpen Bluetooth protocol for fitness equipment – lets apps outside our list connect too
Yes
Wireless interfacesWireless connections of the bike according to the manufacturer.
BluetoothWi-Fi
Bluetooth
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
7.99 €/month
Tablet holderHolder for a tablet or smartphone according to the manufacturer; mark optional accessories separately
Integrated
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)
143 × 62 × 130 cm (56 × 24 × 51 in)
Unladen weightWeight of the assembled bike without packaging according to the manufacturer.
93 kg (205 lb)
60 kg (130 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
Standards & classification
Usage classUsage class under DIN EN ISO 20957 according to the manufacturer.
H – Home use
General
Warranty
2 years
2 years
Price segment
Premium
Mid-range
Model year
2025
In the box
X24 Bike, 2 Hanteln à 1,5 kg, 1 Monat iFIT-Mitgliedschaft
Speedbike, Montagematerial und Werkzeug, Tablet-Halterung, Bedienungsanleitung, Netzteil, Flaschenhalter
Prices
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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 Lite ist ein leises, stabiles Speedbike für Watt-Training zu Hause: In Tests lag die Wattanzeige höchstens 5 % neben einem Powermeter, und Kinomap regelt den Widerstand automatisch nach der Strecke. Der Haken: Zwift bekommt nur Daten, einen ERG-Modus gibt es nicht. Für Hobbysportler zwischen 160 und 195 cm ist es aus unserer Sicht eine starke Wahl ohne Abozwang.
Pros
- Wattanzeige in Tests höchstens 5 % neben Powermeter-Pedalen
- Sehr leiser Lauf mit 38 bis 42 dB im Test
- Kinomap regelt den Widerstand automatisch nach Strecke
- Rund 60 kg schwerer Stahlrahmen bleibt auch im Sprint ruhig
- Sattel und Lenker in Höhe und Länge verstellbar, passt 160 bis 195 cm
- Offenes Bluetooth FTMS und QZ-Unterstützung, Abo bleibt optional
Cons
- Kein automatischer Widerstand und kein ERG-Modus in Zwift und Rouvy
- Höchstleistung von rund 400 W begrenzt kräftige Sprinter
- Keine eingebauten Trainingsprogramme, strukturierte Einheiten nur per App
- USB-Anschluss an der Konsole lädt keine Geräte
- Klick-Seite der Kombipedale rastet etwas hakelig ein
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