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ProForm Carbon EL vs. Sportstech CX625 compared
Elliptical
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
7777Gut
7979Gut
Value for money
60Fair
88Excellent
Best price
€999.00
€499.00
Price advantage
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€500.00 cheaper
Offers
2 shops
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 8 of 26
Rank 7 of 26
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
ProForm Carbon ELOverall rating 77Sportstech CX625Overall rating 79
ProForm Carbon ELSportstech CX625
Motion & ergonomics81/10058/100
Resistance & flywheel75/10080/100
Workouts & app66/10078/100
Stability & noise95/10074/100
Build quality & ease of use81/10082/100
Motion & ergonomics
81
58
Resistance & flywheel
75
80
Workouts & app
66
78
Stability & noise
95
74
Build quality & ease of use
81
82
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
Carbon EL
CX625
Stride lengthMaximum stride length according to the manufacturer in cm – from about 45 cm for most users, from 50 cm for tall users
48 cm (19 in)
32 cm (13 in)
DrivePosition of the flywheel: front, rear or center – shapes the feel of the motion and the space required
Front 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)
15 kg (33 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, motorized
Max. loadPermitted user weight according to the manufacturer in kg
125 kg (275 lb)
120 kg (265 lb)
Ergonomics & motion
Q-factorDistance between the pedals in cm according to the manufacturer – smaller is easier on the joints
24 cm (9.4 in)
Max. user heightMaximum recommended user height according to the manufacturer in cm; if a range is given, the upper value
185 cm (6 ft 1 in)
Max. pedal heightHighest point of the pedals during the motion according to the manufacturer – body height plus pedal height must fit under the ceiling
48.3 cm (19 in)
Adjustable stride lengthStride length can be adjusted according to the manufacturer, e.g. from 45 to 55 cm
No
No
Drive & resistance
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”
7 kg (15 lb)
Resistance levelsNumber of resistance levels according to the manufacturer; leave empty for stepless adjustment
18
32
Watt-controlledHolds a set power output in watts regardless of speed – cadence-independent training
Yes
InclineThe ramp or pedal track can be inclined according to the manufacturer, manually or electrically
Yes
Power supplyWhere the console and resistance get their power – “self-powered” needs no outlet
Power adapter
Power adapter
Console & connectivity
DisplayType of display on the console; touchscreens with classes often require a subscription
Backlit 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
iFit
Manufacturer app
Bluetooth FTMSOpen Bluetooth protocol for fitness equipment – lets apps outside our list connect too
No
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)
optional
optional
Subscription costRegular monthly price of the subscription; empty if there is no subscription
39 €/month
7.99 €/month
FeaturesExtras on the console and the unit
SpeakersUSB charging portTablet holderBottle holder
Tablet holderBottle holder
Dimensions & installation
Dimensions (L × W × H)Assembled, in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “157 × 58 × 170 cm”
170 × 64 cm (Höhe nicht angegeben)
112 × 70 × 163 cm (44 × 28 × 64 in)
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
80 kg (175 lb)
41.3 kg (91 lb)
General
Warranty
1 years
5 years
Price segment
Budget
Mid-range
In the box
Crosstrainer, Netzteil, Montagewerkzeug, Fettpäckchen, Bedienungsanleitung
CX625 Crosstrainer, Handbuch DE
Prices
Offers
Verdict
Pros & cons
Der ProForm Carbon EL ist ein leiser, rund laufender Crosstrainer mit Frontantrieb, 18 motorischen Stufen und iFit-Anbindung. Er passt zu dir, wenn du ein Tablet besitzt und mit iFit trainieren willst – dann regelt der Kurs den Widerstand selbst. Der Haken: ohne Abo nur manuelles Training, denn Programme und Bluetooth FTMS fehlen, und samt Freiraum belegt er rund 3,5 x 1,8 m.
Pros
- Sehr leiser Lauf ohne Schleifgeräusche, geeignet für Mietwohnungen
- Runder Lauf trotz nur 6,8 kg Schwungrad
- Stabiler Stahlrahmen mit 80 kg Eigengewicht, wackelt auch bei kräftigem Tempo nicht
- Sehr geringer Pedalabstand und extra breite Pedale
- Automatische Widerstandsanpassung über iFit-Kurse
- Bewegliche und feste Griffe, Tablet-Halter, USB-C-Port und Lautsprecher
Cons
- Keine eingebauten Programme und kein Bluetooth FTMS für freie Apps
- Feste Schrittlänge von 48 cm und keine Rampe bei der EU-Variante
- Ungleichmäßige Sprünge zwischen den 18 Widerstandsstufen
- Großer Platzbedarf von rund 3,5 x 1,8 m samt Freiraum
- Aufwendige Montage, Pulsmessung nur über Handsensoren
Der Sportstech CX625 ist ein ruhig laufender Mittelklasse-Crosstrainer mit motorischer Magnetbremse und echter Wattsteuerung. Er passt zu dir, wenn du zwischen 1,60 und 1,80 m misst, unter 100 kg wiegst und moderat trainierst. Der Haken: eine Schrittlänge von nur 32 bis 36 cm, ein breiter Pedalabstand und leichtes Wackeln unter schweren Nutzern. Achte auf die Version, denn nur die ältere unterstützt Kinomap.
Pros
- Gleichmäßiger, ruckelfreier Lauf dank Heckantrieb in allen Tests
- Wattsteuerung hält die Leistung unabhängig vom Tempo
- Motorische Magnetbremse mit 16 oder 32 Stufen
- Brustgurt-Empfang per Bluetooth für verlässliche Pulswerte
- Leise genug für Fernsehen und Podcasts in Zimmerlautstärke
- 5 Jahre Garantie laut Datenblatt
Cons
- Schrittlänge nur 32 bis 36 cm und nicht verstellbar
- Breiter Pedalabstand von 22 bis 24 cm
- Leichtes Wackeln ab etwa 100 kg und bei Sprints
- Neue Version ohne Kinomap, nur Sportstech Live mit Abo
- Für Menschen über 1,85 m laut Datenblatt ungeeignet
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