Peloton Bike
Exact average 82.7 · 6 printed, 5 estimated · printed scores only: 84
Image: Peloton11 professional reviewers tested the Peloton Bike, and 9 recommend it. Most praised: workout features and ease of use. Most common complaint: price.
Reviewed by Run to the Finish, OutdoorGearLab, Garage Gym Reviews and 8 more
The catch: It is expensive, and a paid membership is required.
Most of the reviews matched to this product covered the Bike+, so only four remain..
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What 11 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 90Run to the Finish
A very good home bike with a bright touchscreen, huge class library and compact footprint, marked down only for extra costs like shoes and weights and a high price.
Read Run to the Finish review - 87OutdoorGearLab
Rated the best overall exercise bike for studio-style home cycling, with a superb swiveling screen and standout app.
Read OutdoorGearLab review - 86Garage Gym Reviews
The original Peloton Bike earns strong marks for its class experience and smooth ride, even if the hardware is not the best built.
Read Garage Gym Reviews review - 80WIRED
A better all-round bike than the original thanks to a rotating screen, auto resistance and better sound, with great classes; it is costly and the cleats and cult feel irritate.
Read WIRED review - 80The Verge
The reviewer loved months of daily use and calls it a must-get for committed Peloton fans, with reliable hardware and a handy swivel screen.
Read The Verge review - 78CNET
The reviewer enjoys the premium feel, big rotating screen and class variety, but finds the upgrades incremental over the original and the total cost steep.
Read CNET review - 89est.The Independent
Minor but welcome upgrades such as the swivel screen, auto-resistance and better sound make the best home workout even better, though cost and the closed ecosystem remain drawbacks.
Read The Independent review - 83est.Digital Trends
After three months of riding, the reviewer says the bike is worth buying mainly for the energetic classes and polished hardware.
Read Digital Trends review - 83est.Business Insider
A short hotel trial of the bike left the reviewer very impressed with the boutique-class feel and motivating instruction.
Read Business Insider review - 77est.BarBend
Testers say it is no longer the clear leader among connected bikes, but the engaging classes, instructors and community still make it worthwhile for those who want that experience.
Read BarBend review - 77est.Engadget
After three months with a loaner, the reviewer found the bike and its instructor-led classes a strong motivator for someone who dislikes exercise.
Read Engadget review
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Common questions
Is the Peloton Bike worth it?
Most critics think so: 9 of 11 recommend it. It is expensive, and a paid membership is required.
Do critics agree about the Peloton Bike?
Broad agreement: scores range from 77 (BarBend) to 90 (Run to the Finish), a spread of 13 points across 11 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.
What do critics dislike about the Peloton Bike?
Price (10 of 11 reviews), Subscription costs (5 of 11 reviews).
What is the best alternative to the Peloton Bike?
The Schwinn IC4 (critic score 86), best overall.