AsVIVA H25 – Premium ergometer, 18 kg, 32 levels
- Programs/Watt: 20 programs, Watt 5–350 W
- Connectivity: Bluetooth; app-compatible
- Incl. Polar chest strap; USB port (audio/video)
- Comfort: adjustable saddle & handlebars; transport rollers

Whether casual cardio or watt-controlled training: in this category, you will find exercise bikes & ergometers as well as Indoor Cycles (Speedbikes). Key criteria are ergonomics/seating position, resistance system (manual vs. motorized), programs/watt control, and connectivity.
An exercise bike – also called a home exercise bike – is the classic training equipment for home. Low step-through models are ideal fitness equipment for seniors and older people, and the quiet belt drive makes them suitable for daily use even in apartments. Every exercise bike displays the most important values on the monitor. You can pay by invoice or in installments.
Exercise bike/Ergometer: upright, comfortable posture with a wide adjustment range. Indoor Cycle: sporty road bike position for high cadence/intervals. Pay attention to 4-way saddle/handlebar adjustment.
Manual magnetic brake: quiet & low-maintenance, independent of power grid. Motorized magnetic brake: finely graduated, enables programs and watt targets (requires power). For smooth pedaling, frame rigidity, bearings, gear ratio, and braking system count – not just the flywheel mass. Models with watt control can be found primarily in ergometers.
Depending on the model: Bluetooth (e.g. Kinomap/Zwift/ThinkFit) or integrated consoles with apps/Wi-Fi. Sport-oriented Speedbikes often offer app profiles, while all-round exercise bikes feature convenient control panels.
Pay attention to setup dimensions, transport rollers, and maximum user weight. Transport rollers allow for flexible placement. Compact entry-level solutions: exercise bikes; intense interval workouts: Indoor Cycles.
More choices & details: Exercise Bikes • Ergometers • Indoor Cycle / Speedbikes
More Speedbike models in the category Indoor Cycle / Speedbikes.
For beginners, an exercise bike is the most forgiving machine: you sit, there's no impact, and resistance can be finely adjusted. Two models are particularly accessible:
The eight-week plan is available for free as a PDF.
Yes, with one limitation: when cycling while seated, only your legs work, so calorie burn for the same duration is lower than on a cross trainer or rowing machine. However, the advantage often compensates for this – while sitting, you can read or watch TV, and that is precisely what determines whether a machine is still being used after eight weeks. The machine you actually use beats the theoretically superior one.
Anyone looking for a space-saving exercise bike should keep two things in mind: the footprint and whether the equipment can be folded. Our exercise bikes occupy 80 to 148 cm in length by 46 to 115 cm in width and weigh 15 to 59 kg. The X-Bike H14 is the only model with folded dimensions (48 × 46 × 132 cm) – all others require a fixed spot, though they can be moved using transport rollers.
Exercise bike: comfortable all-round cardio. Ergometer: precise control incl. watt/HR programs (depending on model). Indoor Cycle: sporty ride feel & high intensity.
It supports smooth motion, but is only one factor. Frame rigidity, bearings, and brake system are just as relevant.
Watt control is helpful for structured training/rehab (e.g., ergometers H22/H25). Time/interval programs are sufficient for general fitness cardio.
Depending on the model, e.g. Kinomap, Zwift, or ThinkFit. Details can be found on the respective product page (see links in comparison).
An ergometer measures and controls output in watts: if you set 100 watts, for example, it holds that load regardless of your cadence. A simple exercise bike works with fixed resistance levels. For training plans based on heart rate or watts, an ergometer is the better choice.
30 minutes at medium resistance strengthen heart and circulation, train thighs and glutes and burn roughly 200 to 300 kcal depending on weight. Because your body weight rests on the saddle, the workout is especially easy on the joints.
Seated cycling is considered one of the most knee-friendly forms of endurance training because there is no impact. The right saddle height matters – the knee is slightly bent at the lowest point – as does low resistance at the start. If you already have complaints, check with a doctor first.
Free workout plan: Ergometer workout plan (PDF) – 8-week build-up, no registration required. All plans
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