A cross trainer works your legs, glutes, arms and endurance at the same time while being easy on the joints. Our five models differ mainly in drive (flywheel at the back or front), flywheel weight and maximum load. Here you can see which one suits you.
All models at a glance: cross trainers
The differences at a glance
| Feature | C28 Runner | C29 Step | C29 Pro | E4 Pro | E50 |
| drive | Rear drive | Rear drive | Rear drive | Front drive | Front drive |
| Resistance | Magnetic, 16 levels | Magnetic, 16 levels | Magnetic, 16 levels | Magnetic, 24 levels | Magnetic, 32 levels, electric incline in 21 steps |
| flywheel weight | 16 kg | 16 kg | 16 kg | 24 kg | 26 kg |
| Stride length | 39 cm | 40 cm | – | – | 53 cm |
| Power range | 25–350 watts | 5–200 watts | – | 10–350 watts | – |
| Programmes | 24 | 21 | 13 | 10 | 32 |
| Max. user weight | 120 kg | 120 kg | 120 kg | 130 kg | 150 kg |
| Display | LCD | LED | LCD | LCD | TFT touch display with streaming |
| Apps | Kinomap, Zwift | Kinomap | Kinomap, Zwift | Fitshow, Kinomap, Zwift | Fitshow, Kinomap, Zwift |
| Set-up dimensions (L × W × H) | 133.2 × 54.6 × 163.5 cm | 156 × 80 × 167 cm | 153.4 × 59.4 × 173.6 cm | 172 × 63.5 × 179 cm | 172.1 × 72.4 × 163.7 cm |
| Weight | 49.5 kg | 47 kg | 46 kg | 65 kg | 112 kg |
| Extras | Tablet and bottle holder | Ergometer function, tablet holder | foldable to 90.6 cm in length, ergometer function | Ergometer function, USB charging port | Two-way pedalling, Wi-Fi, Kinomap controls the resistance |
The five in action
Choose the C28 Runner if …
- you are short of space: At 133.2 cm long it is the shortest of our cross trainers.
- you want variety: 24 programmes and a power range of 25 to 350 watts.
Choose the C29 Step if …
- you want to train by watts: Ergometer function and 21 programmes.
- you like calm, even training: Rear drive with a 16 kg flywheel and 40 cm stride length.
Choose the C29 Pro if …
- the machine should be put away after training: Folded, it is only 90.6 cm long.
- you ride with Zwift or Kinomap: Both apps connect via Bluetooth, plus there is the ergometer function.
Choose the E4 Pro if …
- you want a particularly smooth motion: 24 kg flywheel and 24 resistance levels.
- you weigh more than 120 kg: It supports up to 130 kg.
Choose the E50 if …
- you want to train like in a gym: 26 kg flywheel, 32 levels, 53 cm stride length and an electric incline in 21 steps.
- you want to watch films or series while training: The touch display streams directly on the machine.
- you weigh more than 130 kg: It supports up to 150 kg.
What sets a cross trainer apart from an elliptical trainer is explained in our article Cross trainer or elliptical trainer?
Frequently asked questions
Which cross trainer needs the least space?
In use, the C28 Runner at 133.2 cm long. For storage, the C29 Pro: it folds to 90.6 cm in length.
Which cross trainer supports the most weight?
The E50 with up to 150 kg, followed by the E4 Pro with 130 kg. The C28 Runner, C29 Step and C29 Pro each support 120 kg.
What do front and rear drive mean?
With rear drive the flywheel sits behind you, with front drive in front of you. Our C28 Runner, C29 Step and C29 Pro have rear drive; the E4 Pro and E50 have front drive with the heavier flywheels of 24 and 26 kg.
Which apps can I train with?
All five connect to Kinomap via Bluetooth. Zwift runs on the C28 Runner, C29 Pro, E4 Pro and E50, Fitshow on the E4 Pro and E50. On the E50, Kinomap controls the resistance automatically.
All five cross trainers in the shop
Cross trainer Smart Stair Pro E50
26 kg flywheel, 32 levels, touch display, up to 150 kg.
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