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Sportstech CX608 vs. YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM8 compared

Elliptical

At a glance

The key numbers for both devices side by side.

Overall rating
72Solide
66Solide
Value for money
92Excellent
67Fair
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 16 of 26

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Sportstech CX608Overall rating 72YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM8Overall rating 66
Motion& ergonomicsResistance& flywheelWorkouts& appStability& noiseBuildquality & ease of use
Sportstech CX608YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM8
Motion & ergonomics60/10070/100
Resistance & flywheel66/10070/100
Workouts & app68/10040/100
Stability & noise80/10078/100
Build quality & ease of use78/10076/100
Motion & ergonomics
60
70
Resistance & flywheel
66
70
Workouts & app
68
40
Stability & noise
80
78
Build quality & ease of use
78
76

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Sportstech
YOSUDA
Model
CX608
EM8
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)
DrivePosition of the flywheel: front, rear or center – shapes the feel of the motion and the space required
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
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
Magnetic, manual
Max. loadPermitted user weight according to the manufacturer in kg
120 kg (265 lb)
136 kg (300 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)
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
LCD
Workout programsNumber of preinstalled workout programs
12
App connectivityControl or workout tracking via app, including the manufacturer app
Yes
Compatible appsWhich apps can control or track the unit; the manufacturer app counts too
Manufacturer appKinomapZwift
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
Hand sensors
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)
96.5 × 53.3 × 157.5 cm (38 × 21 × 62 in)
FoldableCan be folded for storage according to the manufacturer
Yes
Yes
WeightWeight of the unit without packaging according to the manufacturer
39.5 kg (87 lb)
40 kg (88 lb)

General

Warranty
2 years
5 years
Price segment
Budget
Model year
2025
In the box
Crosstrainer, Montagematerial und Werkzeug, Display-Computer, Bedienungsanleitung, Batterien (2× AAA)

Prices

Offers

Sportstech CX608

YOSUDA Crosstrainer EM8

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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 EM8 ist ein leiser, klappbarer Einstiegs-Crosstrainer mit fester 45°-Steigung, die eher an Treppensteigen als an Joggen erinnert. Für Einsteiger mit wenig Platz, die Beine und Gesäß fordern wollen, passt er gut. Der Haken: keine App, keine Programme, nur Handpuls – und ab 1,90 m wird die Schrittlänge von rund 46 cm knapp.

Pros

  • Sehr leiser, gleichmäßiger Lauf dank berührungsloser Magnetbremse
  • 45°-Steigwinkel fordert Gesäß und Oberschenkel stärker als flache Geräte
  • Klappbar mit Transportrollen, knapp 1 m lang aufgebaut
  • 16 Widerstandsstufen vom Aufwärmen bis zur fordernden Einheit
  • 5 Jahre Garantie laut Datenblatt
  • Aufbau in einem Praxistest allein in etwa 40 Minuten

Cons

  • Keine App-Anbindung und keine Trainingsprogramme
  • Puls nur über Handsensoren, Anzeige reagiert mehrfach verzögert
  • Schrittlänge von rund 46 cm wird ab 1,90 m knapp
  • 40 kg Eigengewicht, bei hohem Tempo nicht ganz ruhig
  • Steigwinkel fest, keine flache laufähnliche Bewegung möglich

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