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Sportstech CX608 vs. YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM5 compared
Elliptical
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
7272Solide
6666Solide
Value for money
92Excellent
64Fair
Best price
€254.15
€279.99
Price advantage
€25.84 cheaper
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Offers
2 shops
3 shops
Rank in category
Rank 14 of 26
Rank 17 of 26
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
Sportstech CX608Overall rating 72YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM5Overall rating 66
Sportstech CX608YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM5
Motion & ergonomics60/10064/100
Resistance & flywheel66/10064/100
Workouts & app68/10062/100
Stability & noise80/10068/100
Build quality & ease of use78/10075/100
Motion & ergonomics
60
64
Resistance & flywheel
66
64
Workouts & app
68
62
Stability & noise
80
68
Build quality & ease of use
78
75
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
CX608
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
10 kg (22 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, manual
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
22 cm (8.7 in)
Max. user heightMaximum recommended user height according to the manufacturer in cm; if a range is given, the upper value
190 cm (6 ft 3 in)
193 cm (6 ft 4 in)
Adjustable stride lengthStride length can be adjusted according to the manufacturer, e.g. from 45 to 55 cm
No
Drive & resistance
Resistance levelsNumber of resistance levels according to the manufacturer; leave empty for stepless adjustment
8
16
InclineThe ramp or pedal track can be inclined according to the manufacturer, manually or electrically
No
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
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
Manufacturer appKinomapZwift
Kinomap
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 sensorsBluetooth chest strap
SubscriptionWhether training and screen are fully usable without a subscription (iFit, Peloton)
optional
Subscription costRegular monthly price of the subscription; empty if there is no subscription
7.49 €/month
FeaturesExtras on the console and the unit
Tablet holderBottle holder
Dimensions & installation
Dimensions (L × W × H)Assembled, in cm, length × width × height – e.g. “157 × 58 × 170 cm”
125 × 69 × 162 cm (49 × 27 × 64 in)
104 × 58 × 160 cm (41 × 23 × 63 in)
FoldableCan be folded for storage according to the manufacturer
Yes
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
39.5 kg (87 lb)
45.5 kg (100 lb)
General
Warranty
2 years
Price segment
Budget
Model year
2025
In the box
Crosstrainer, Montagematerial und Werkzeug, Display-Computer, Bedienungsanleitung, Batterien (2× AAA)
Crosstrainer (zu 90 % vormontiert), Montageanleitung, Montagevideos
Prices
Offers
Verdict
Pros & cons
Der Sportstech CX608 ist ein leiser Crosstrainer für Einsteiger, der in der Mietwohnung auch späte Einheiten erlaubt und sogar einen Bluetooth-Brustgurt empfängt. Für Menschen unter etwa 1,80 m mit moderatem Training taugt er. Der Haken: feste 33 cm Schrittlänge, 22 cm Pedalabstand und nur acht manuelle Stufen – für große oder ambitionierte Nutzer reicht das nicht, und Kinomap lief im Test nicht.
Pros
- Leiser Lauf, in Tests Fernsehen in Zimmerlautstärke nebenher möglich
- Konsole empfängt einen Bluetooth-Brustgurt, in dieser Preisklasse nicht selbstverständlich
- Konsole ohne langes Lesen verständlich
- Feste und bewegliche Griffe sowie große Pedale mit 39 x 15 cm
- Tablet- und Flaschenhalter, Transportrollen zum Verschieben
Cons
- Feste Schrittlänge von 33 cm, ab etwa 1,85 m zu kurz
- Pedalabstand von 22 cm wirkt breitbeinig
- Nur 8 manuelle Stufen, zu wenig für harte Intervalle
- Kinomap und Zwift im Test der neuen Version nicht nutzbar
- Unrunder Lauf und leichtes Wackeln unter hoher Last
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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