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Skandika Crosstrainer Fint P8-R vs. YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM5 compared

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Overall rating
61Solide
66Solide
Value for money
65Fair
64Fair
Best price
€296.65€349.00−15 %
€279.99
Price advantage
—
€16.66 cheaper
Offers
2 shops
3 shops
Rank in category
Rank 18 of 26
Rank 17 of 26

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Skandika Crosstrainer Fint P8-ROverall rating 61YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM5Overall rating 66
Motion& ergonomicsResistance& flywheelWorkouts& appStability& noiseBuildquality & ease of use
Skandika Crosstrainer Fint P8-RYOSUDA Crosstrainer EM5
Motion & ergonomics50/10064/100
Resistance & flywheel68/10064/100
Workouts & app70/10062/100
Stability & noise62/10068/100
Build quality & ease of use60/10075/100
Motion & ergonomics
50
64
Resistance & flywheel
68
64
Workouts & app
70
62
Stability & noise
62
68
Build quality & ease of use
60
75

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Skandika
YOSUDA
Model
Fint P8-R
EM5
Stride lengthMaximum stride length according to the manufacturer in cm – from about 45 cm for most users, from 50 cm for tall users
33 cm (13 in)
47 cm (19 in)
DrivePosition of the flywheel: front, rear or center – shapes the feel of the motion and the space required
Rear drive
Front 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
8 kg (18 lb)
8 kg (18 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
Max. loadPermitted user weight according to the manufacturer in kg
120 kg (265 lb)
227 kg (500 lb)

Ergonomics & motion

Q-factorDistance between the pedals in cm according to the manufacturer – smaller is easier on the joints
19 cm (7.5 in)
Max. user heightMaximum recommended user height according to the manufacturer in cm; if a range is given, the upper value
193 cm (6 ft 4 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
37.3 cm (15 in)

Drive & resistance

Resistance levelsNumber of resistance levels according to the manufacturer; leave empty for stepless adjustment
32
16
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

Console & connectivity

DisplayType of display on the console; touchscreens with classes often require a subscription
LCD
Backlit LCD
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
22
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
Kinomap
Kinomap
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)
optional
FeaturesExtras on the console and the unit
Tablet holder

Dimensions & installation

Dimensions (L × W × H)Assembled, in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “157 × 58 × 170 cm”
118 × 59 × 172 cm (46 × 23 × 68 in)
104 × 58 × 160 cm (41 × 23 × 63 in)
FoldableCan be folded for storage according to the manufacturer
No
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
38 kg (84 lb)
45.5 kg (100 lb)

General

In the box
Crosstrainer (zu 90 % vormontiert), Montageanleitung, Montagevideos

Prices

Offers

Skandika Crosstrainer Fint P8-R

YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM5

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Verdict

Pros & cons

Der Skandika Fint P8-R bringt mit motorischer Magnetbremse, 32 Stufen und 22 Programmen ungewöhnlich viel Elektronik in die Basisklasse. Der Haken ist der Bewegungsablauf: nur 33 cm Schrittlänge wirken trippelig, und 38 kg Eigengewicht begrenzen hohes Tempo. Wir halten ihn für brauchbar für kleinere Einsteiger – bist du über 1,80 m groß oder trainierst häufig, greifst du besser zu einem Gerät mit längerem Schritt.

Pros

  • Motorische Magnetbremse mit 32 fein abgestuften Widerstandsstufen
  • 22 Programme, davon 4 eigene, wechseln den Widerstand selbst
  • Heckantrieb mit Rückwärtstreten, in dieser Klasse selten
  • Kinomap per Bluetooth, Tablethalterung über dem Display
  • Geringe Pedalhöhe von 37,3 cm für niedrige Räume
  • Q-Faktor von 19 cm im guten Bereich

Cons

  • Nur 33 cm Schrittlänge, Bewegung wirkt trippelig
  • 38 kg Eigengewicht, wenig Ruhe bei hohem Tempo
  • Puls nur per Handsensor, Brustgurt nur über Kinomap
  • Watt und Kalorien sind rechnerische Schätzwerte
  • Automatische Widerstandssteuerung durch Kinomap nicht belegt

Der YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM5 ist ein kompaktes Gerät für kleine Räume mit 47 cm Schrittlänge und einer in dieser Klasse seltenen Steigung. Er passt zu Nutzern bis etwa 1,90 m, die regelmäßig Ausdauer trainieren wollen. Der Haken: Die 8 kg Schwungmasse sind knapp, und Pedalabstand sowie App-Modus sind nicht dokumentiert – das klärst du am besten vor dem Kauf.

Pros

  • Schrittlänge von 47 cm, passend für die meisten Erwachsenen
  • Verstellbare Steigung, in dieser Klasse selten
  • Kompakte Länge von 104 cm dank Frontantrieb
  • Zu 90 % vormontiert, mit Montagevideos
  • 16 Widerstandsstufen und Kinomap-Anbindung

Cons

  • Schwungmasse von 8 kg an der Grenze zu unrundem Lauf
  • Pedalabstand nicht dokumentiert
  • Kürzere, steilere Ellipse durch Frontantrieb
  • Für Menschen über 1,90 m knapp
  • Art der App-Verbindung und Pulsmessung ungeklärt

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