Indoor Cycling Bikes

NordicTrack S15i vs Schwinn IC4

In this review, we will compare two popular upright bikes, the NordicTrack Commercial S15i Studio Cycle and the Schwinn IC4 Indoor Cycling Bike. The S15i has incline and decline which is very hard to find out on many bikes. Both bikes has magnetic resistance, the Schwinn IC4 has 100 level of resistance setting which is more than necessary, you can learn more about resistance types here.
If you are are looking for a slightly smaller model you can check our the NordicTrack S15i vs Echelon EX5 comparison, the EX5 is a smaller model with very good features.

NORDICTRACK Commercial S15i

SCHWINN IC4

Photo of NordicTrack Commercial S15i Studio Cycle Photo of Schwinn IC4 Indoor Cycling Bike

NordicTrack Commercial S15i Studio Cycle vs Schwinn IC4 Indoor Cycling Bike Features Overview

Here we list their spec summary before getting into our more detailed side by side comparison.

  • 22 levels of Magnetic Resistance
  • 14″ 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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  • 100 levels of Magnetic Resistance
  • Full Color LCD display
  • 330 lbs user weight capacity
  • Has flywheel (40 lbs)
  • NordicTrack Commercial S15i Studio Cycle Specs vs Schwinn IC4 Indoor Cycling Bike Specs

    NordicTrack Commercial S15i Studio Cycle Specs Schwinn IC4 Indoor Cycling Bike Specs
    Model Commercial S15i IC4
    Resistance Type Magnetic Magnetic
    Resistance Levels 22 100
    Foldable
    Display 14″ Rotating HD Smart Touchscreen Full Color LCD
    Heart Rate Monitor Bluetooth Heart Rate Armband Included
    User Weight Limit 350 lbs 330 lbs
    Transport Wheels
    Assembled Dimensions 61″ x 22″ x 55.75″ 51.8″ x 21.2″ x 48.7″
    Folded Dimensions N/A N/A
    Weight 106 lbs
    Flywheel Weight Inertia-enhanced 40 lbs
    Seat Handle
    Incline %20 incline
    Decline %10 decline
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    NordicTrack Commercial S15i Studio Cycle vs Schwinn IC4 Indoor Cycling Bike Pedals

    Pedals of NordicTrack Commercial S15i Studio Cycle and Schwinn IC4 Indoor Cycling Bike.
     

    NordicTrack Commercial S15i Studio Cycle vs Schwinn IC4 Indoor Cycling Bike Console Comparison

    Consoles of NordicTrack Commercial S15i Studio Cycle and Schwinn IC4 Indoor Cycling Bike.
     

    NordicTrack Commercial S15i Studio Cycle vs Schwinn IC4 Indoor Cycling Bike Seat Comparison

    Seats of NordicTrack Commercial S15i Studio Cycle and Schwinn IC4 Indoor Cycling Bike.
     

    Side by side comparison of NordicTrack Commercial S15i Studio Cycle and Schwinn IC4 Indoor Cycling Bike.