Indoor Cycling Bikes

NordicTrack S22i Studio Cycle vs Echelon EX5-S

If you are looking for a high-tech smart Studio Cycle then both the NordicTrack S22i and Echelon EX5-S are perfect choices. Both bikes come with premium features and large rotating screens to bring your workout to another level. The design, maintenance-free magnetic resistance system, wireless heart rate monitoring, and large screens supported by on-demand workouts make the S22i and EX5-S two of the best studio cycles on the market.

One major advantage of the NordicTrack S22i is its incline/decline system, which the EX5-S does not have. NordicTrack comes with a 1-year membership of iFit while Echelon has its own app called “Echelon Fit” for live classes that you must pay monthly after first month.

We conclude that the NordicTrack S22i is a better choice with its incline/decline system and 1-year free membership, however, we think the Echelon EX5-S is also a great value if don’t want live classes and do not need extra challenging workouts with incline/decline feature.

NORDICTRACK Commercial S22i

ECHELON EX5-S

Photo of NordicTrack Commercial S22i Studio Cycle Photo of Echelon EX5-S Smart Connect Bike

NordicTrack Commercial S22i Studio Cycle vs Echelon EX5-S Smart Connect Bike Features Overview

Here we list both bikes spec summary before getting into our detailed comparison.

  • 24 levels of Magnetic Resistance
  • 22″ Rotating HD Smart Touchscreen display
  • 350 lbs user weight capacity
  • Can incline (%20 incline)
  • Can decline (%10 decline)
  • Has flywheel (Inertia-enhanced)
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  • 32 levels of Magnetic Resistance
  • 21.5-inch HD Touchscreen that can flip 180 degree
  • 300 lbs user weight capacity
  • Has flywheel (28 lbs)
  • NordicTrack Commercial S22i Studio Cycle Specs vs Echelon EX5-S Smart Connect Bike Specs

    NordicTrack Commercial S22i Studio Cycle Specs Echelon EX5-S Smart Connect Bike Specs
    Model Commercial S22i EX5-S
    Resistance Type Magnetic Magnetic
    Resistance Levels 24 32
    Foldable
    Display 22″ Rotating HD Smart Touchscreen 21.5-inch HD Touchscreen that can flip 180 degree
    Heart Rate Monitor Bluetooth Heart Rate
    User Weight Limit 350 lbs 300 lbs
    Transport Wheels
    Assembled Dimensions 61″ x 21.9″ x 58″ 52.3″ x 19.8″ x 50.3″
    Folded Dimensions N/A N/A
    Weight 112 lbs
    Flywheel Weight Inertia-enhanced 28 lbs
    Seat Handle
    Incline %20 incline
    Decline %10 decline
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    NordicTrack Commercial S22i Studio Cycle vs Echelon EX5-S Smart Connect Bike Pedals

    Pedals of NordicTrack Commercial S22i Studio Cycle and Echelon EX5-S Smart Connect Bike.
     

    NordicTrack Commercial S22i Studio Cycle vs Echelon EX5-S Smart Connect Bike Console Comparison

    Consoles of NordicTrack Commercial S22i Studio Cycle and Echelon EX5-S Smart Connect Bike.
     

    NordicTrack Commercial S22i Studio Cycle vs Echelon EX5-S Smart Connect Bike Seat Comparison

    Seats of NordicTrack Commercial S22i Studio Cycle and Echelon EX5-S Smart Connect Bike.
     

    Side by side comparison of NordicTrack Commercial S22i Studio Cycle and Echelon EX5-S Smart Connect Bike.