The best Peloton alternatives you can buy on Amazon

Unless you've been completely off the grid for the past year, you probably know that the pricey cult-favorite Peloton bikes are more in-demand than ever. As gyms and boutique fitness studios shuttered in 2020 and folks turned to working out from home, home cardio equipment, especially cycling bikes, became indispensable. They were a way to work off stress, stay active while staying indoors, and offered an online community through app- and zoom-based classes. 

But as more people canceled their gym memberships and ordered Peloton bikes instead, the delivery times soared â€" some people have waited over 14 weeks for their bikes to be delivered. As of this writing, Peloton's delivery time for the base model bike is estimated at one to three weeks, while the Bike+ sits at a shocking eight to 10-week delivery time. If you bought a Bike+ now, you could be waiting over two months before taking your first ride. Read more...

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OUR TOP PICK

NordicTrack S22i Commercial Studio Cycle

The SS2i is the best alternative to the Peloton Bike Plus, featuring a large rotating screen and access to an impressive library of interactive workouts.

• Resistance type: Magnetic
• Resistance levels: 24
• Weight capacity: 350 pounds
• Display: Yes, 22-inch touchscreen
• Pedal type: Cage
• Subscription: Yes, one year iFit included
• Adjustable handlebars: Yes, two-way adjustable handlebars
• Adjustable seat: Yes, four-way adjustable seat
• Flywheel weight: 32 pounds

$2,199 from Amazon

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BEST FOR A CHEAPER STUDIO EXPERIENCE

Echelon Smart Connect EX5-S Fitness Bike

A sleek bike that will give you the spin class experience â€" if you're ok with only using the Echelon app.

• Resistance type: Magnetic
• Resistance levels: 32
• Weight capacity: 300 pounds
• Height range: 4'10" to 6'5"
• Display: Yes, 21.5-inch touchscreen
• Pedal type: Cage
• Subscription: Yes, $39.99/month
• Adjustable handlebars: Yes, two-way adjustable handlebars
• Adjustable seat: Yes, four-way adjustable seat
• Flywheel weight: 28 pounds

$1,591 from Amazon

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BEST FOR USING THE PELOTON APP

Schwinn IC4 Indoor Cycling Bike

The best choice for Peloton app users, since you can sync the app to this bike's console.

• Resistance type: Magnetic
• Resistance levels: 100
• Height range: Inseam height 29-37 inches
• Weight capacity: 300 pounds
• Display: Yes, small LCD display
• Pedal type: Dual SPD clip and cage
• Subscription: Optional Explore the World subscription, $9.99/month
• Adjustable handlebars: Yes, two-way adjustable handlebars
• Adjustable seat: Yes, four-way adjustable seat
• Flywheel weight: 40 pounds

$899 from Amazon

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BEST BUDGET MAGNETIC DRIVE

Sunny Health & Fitness Indoor Cycling Bike

The Sunny Health & Fitness bike is the best choice for riders who want to use their TV to stream workouts, and their fitness tracker to manage stats.

• Resistance type: Magnetic
• Resistance levels: Not marked as levels, 0-100% using the knob
• Weight capacity: 300 pounds
• Height range: 5'0' to 6'0"
• Display: No
• Pedal type: Cage
• Subscription: No
• Adjustable handlebars: Yes, four-way adjustable handlebars
• Adjustable seat: Yes, four-way adjustable seat
• Flywheel weight: 44 pounds

$599.20 from Amazon

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MOST AESTHETICALLY PLEASING

DMASUN Indoor Cycling Bike

If you're looking for a sturdy bike that looks similar to a Peloton, the DMASUN indoor cycling bike will deliver.

• Resistance type: Magnetic
• Resistance levels: Not marked as levels, 0-100% using the knob
• Weight capacity: 330 pounds
• Height range: 5'1" to 6'0"
• Display: Yes, small LCD display
• Pedal type: Cage
• Subscription: No
• Adjustable handlebars: Yes, two-way adjustable handlebars
• Adjustable seat: Yes, four-way adjustable seat
• Flywheel weight: 40 pounds

$399.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR SHORT RIDERS

YOSUDA Indoor Cycling Bike

Thanks to a minimum inseam of 25 inches, short riders can comfortably work out on this bike.

• Resistance type: Friction
• Resistance levels: 0-100%
• Weight capacity: 270 pounds
• Height range: Inseam height 25-35 inches
• Display: Small LCD monitor
• Pedal type: Cage
• Subscription: No
• Adjustable handlebars: Yes, two-way adjustable handlebars
• Adjustable seat: Yes, four-way adjustable seat
• Flywheel weight: 35 pounds

$339.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR SMALL SPACES

Exerpeutic Heavy Duty Foldable Exercise Bike

If you don't have the space to keep a bike out all the time, this one folds up to be stored away when you're not using it.

• Resistance type: Magnetic
• Resistance levels: Eight
• Weight capacity: 400 pounds
• Height range: 5'1" to 6'5"
• Display: Small LCD monitor
• Pedal type: Cage
• Subscription: No
• Adjustable handlebars: No
• Adjustable seat: Yes, one-way adjustable seat

$199.99 from Amazon

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