NordicTrack Commercial VU 19 vs Schwinn 170

February 12, 2022February 12, 2022 yumito

What are the differences between the NordicTrack VU 19 and Schwinn 170?
From a high level, the main differences between these two bikes come down to four main specs:

The NordicTrack Commercial VU 19 has an interactive smart HD touchscreen, while the Schwinn 170 has a more basic display.
The VU 19 has a heavier flywheel (heavier flywheels are better than lighter ones), 19 lbs. vs. 13 lbs.
The Schwinn 170 is a more portable machine that weighs 58.4 lbs, which is light compared to VU 19 (115 lbs.).
NordicTrack VU 19’s maximum user weight is set at 325 pounds, while the Schwinn 170 has a maximum weight capacity of 300 pounds.

Below we list their specs side by side so, you should decide which upright bike is a better choice for you.

NordicTrack VU 19	Schwinn 170

NordicTrack Commercial VU 19 vs Schwinn 170 Upright Bike Features Overview

Here we list their main features before getting into our in-depth comparison.

24 levels of Magnetic Resistance
7-inch HD Touchscreen
325 lbs. user weight capacity
Has cooling fans
Has water bottle holder
Has flywheel (19 lbs.)

25 levels of Magnetic Resistance
2 DualTrack Blue Backlit LCDs
300 lbs. user weight capacity
Has cooling fans
Has water bottle holder
Has flywheel (13 lbs.)

NordicTrack Commercial VU 19 Specs vs Schwinn 170 Upright Bike Specs

	NordicTrack Commercial VU 19 Specs	Schwinn 170 Upright Bike Specs
Model	VU 19	170
Resistance Type	Magnetic	Magnetic
Resistance Levels	24	25
User Weight Limit	325 lbs.	300 lbs.
Display	7-inch HD Touchscreen	2 DualTrack Blue Backlit LCDs
Heart Rate Monitor	EKG Grip Sensors	Contact & Telemetry Enabled, Chest strap included
Transport Wheels
Flywheel Weight	19 lbs.	13 lbs.
Bluetooth Connectivity
Training and Social Apps	iFIT (30-Day iFIT Family Membership Included)	Explore the World App, UA, MyFitnessPal, GoogleFit, Apple Health, and MapMyRun
Cooling Fan
Media Tray
Water Bottle Holder
Speakers
USB Charging Port	–
Weight	115 lbs.	58.4 lbs.
Foldable
Folded Dimensions	N/A	N/A
Assembled Dimensions	43.5″ L x 25″ W x 66″ H	41.3″ L x 21.4″ W x 55.6″ H
Warranty	Frame: 10 years Parts: 2 Years Labor: 1 Year	Frame: 10-year Mechanical: 2-year Electrical: 1-year Labor: 90 days
Manufacturer Website	Link	Link
	See Price at Amazon	See Price at Amazon