10 Highly-Rated Exercise Bikes That Don’t Cost Peloton Money

Here are the best exercise bikes!

Bike & exercise in the comfort of your own home.

Dreaming of endless spin sessions in your very own home? If you’re searching for the perfect bike to complete your home gym at the start of the New Year, we’ve pulled together a list of the very best on the market – without spending Peloton kind of money. 💸

Here are our top picks for the best exercise bikes comparible to Peloton:

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1. Lanos Folding Exercise Bike 

330-pound maximum weight limit.

Getting exercise at home doesn’t have to cost nearly as much as you think. In fact, we found one of the best values on the bike market to be under just 200 bucks! Plus, you get two in one with its upright and recumbent abilities.

The back-to-basics LCD screen also allows you to keep track of your distance biked in miles, speed, time, calories burned, and your heart rate. When you’re done, it folds upright and wheels away – perfect for anyone short on space.

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2. DeskCycle Under Desk Exercise Bike 

No weight limit, but not intended to support your body weight.

If you can’t bring yourself to physically get on a bike quite yet or you’re struggling to find the time to fit in a workout, consider this convenient & low-impact under-the-desk mini exercise bike for your home or office. It weighs just 23 pounds and is also better for your joints if that’s a concern for you.

It has 8 magnetic resistance settings, is incredibly discreet, and has a basic LCD display so you can keep track of distance traveled and your record times. Adjustable velcro straps allow you to tailor the pedals to whatever shoes you wore to work (or around the house) and it’ll even fit under desks as low as 27 inches!

Want to take your sessions to the next level? Grab a Balance Disc! It’s great for office chairs and will add stability, strengthen your core, and help improve your posture.

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3. Cyclace Exercise Bike

330-pound maximum weight limit.

If you’re serious about starting your biking journey at home, grab this upgraded mid-range exercise bike that boasts a sturdier triangular frame, 36 lb flywheel, belt-driven system, stronger resistance bar for a longer cycle, and one of the highest extended seats that can fit users up to 6.5 feet tall! 🤯

The LCD monitor tracks your time, speed, distance, and calories burned. It also has an upgraded multi-grip handlebar with adjustable resistance which supports different exercise intensities. So whether you’re a true beginner or already an expert, you’ll be getting the workouts you desire from day one.

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4. Sunny Health & Fitness Bike 

300-pound maximum weight limit.

The magnetic resistance on this exercise bike creates a smooth & ultra-quiet ride that will have you feeling like you’re on an actual Peloton bike! Made of heavy-duty materials, this bike allows you to experience high-intensity cardio workouts that support multi-hand grips & high-interval training.

Better yet, happy reviewers shared it also works seamlessly with the Peloton app so you can stream all your favorite spin classes and watch them from the built-in device holder on this exercise bike! Could it even get any better than this?!

Want to improve your riding? One reviewer shared that she purchased clipless pedals to make her rides even more seamless & enjoyable.

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5. Schwinn 270 Recumbent Bike  

300-pound maximum weight limit.

Get anything but ordinary cardio workouts with this exercise bike when you can choose between 29 different programs & 25 levels of resistance. It has an ergonomic heart rate grip handle and is compatible with Bluetooth to sync with your MyFitnessPal app.

Plus, it has an incredibly solid single-piece frame, 2 integrated levelers, and large mid-frame support for outstanding durability. Best of all, the exercise bike itself is compatible with up to 4 users so you can enjoy it with your spouse or go all-in on it with your active roommates.

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6. Nordic Track’s Commercial S22i is a top-tier choice. 

350-pound maximum weight limit.

Our Hip teammate Paige absolutely loves it and believes this is the ultimate bike! Her husband is actually a cyclist, and they both feel like this is the best long-term, reliable exercise bike on the market.

The S22i Studio Cycle includes a 30-day iFit Family membership ($39 value) as well in addition to tracking your progress and having all sorts of workouts to choose from, some even going beyond the bike! There’s also a fun feature where you can choose any location on Google Maps and bike virtually anywhere in the world.

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7. Bowflex C6 Bike

330-pound maximum weight limit.

Recommended by one of our team members, the Bowflex C6 Bike will have you sweating out the toxins in a smooth, quiet manner! There are a hundred resistance levels. On top of the bike itself, you’ll also score a pair of three-pound dumbbells you can utilize during your workouts!

When you purchase this bike, you’ll also get a free one-year subscription to the app JRNY ($149 value), which includes thousands of workouts.

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8. The Myx II

350-pound maximum weight limit.

The MYX II offers full-body workouts to get your mind to feel as good as your body does. You’re not alone on this fitness journey, either; dozens of motivating, work-renown trainers are here to give you the support, accountability, and motivation you need.

One of the best features is that none of these workouts are ever repetitive because thousands of new fitness content are added weekly!

This bike does come with free shipping and assembly, a $250 value. However, it does require a BODi membership; after a 30-day free trial, Beachbody On Demand & BODi retail for $119.88/year. Some MYX Fitness bikes actually include the BODi membership in their price and will give you a credit if you already have it!

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9. Echelon Smart Connect Indoor Cycling Bike

300-pound maximum weight limit.

With over 2,000 reviews, this Echelon Smart Connect Bike has over 30 levels of magnetic resistance. The bike is sleek and compact without compromising its durability and performance. Plus, you’ll score a 30-day free trial for the Echelon Premier Membership (regularly $34.99/month), which has over 3,000 workout videos.

If you’re unhappy within the first 30 days, you can get your money back 100% guaranteed.

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10. Keiser M3i Indoor Bike

300-pound maximum weight limit.

This Keiser bike is the ultimate splurge for those ready to commit to spin! It actually includes a maintenance kit that includes a torque wrench and crowfoot wrenches, making assembly easier than ever. It’s compatible with regular sneakers and SPD cleats.

This bike has an infinite amount of incremental resistance changes, so the challenge will rise as your skill does. Whether you’re 5’0 or 6’10, this bike can be adjusted all over, ensuring comfort and accessibility to all!

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