Expert reviews [23]
Total expert reviews: 23
- with a score: 12
- without a score: 11
Highest score by Aim Workout | 98 |
Average score based on 23 reviews | 89 |
Lowest score by Fitness Fixed Gear | 80 |
Score distribution:
80-100 | |
60-80 | |
40-60 | |
20-40 | |
0-20 |
84
A pleasant surprise, the Schwinn 270 is a $500 fitness machine that tends to provide good value. In contrast lots of low budget exercise bikes are more prone to breaking down within a year.
+ pros
- Low sale price
- Compact machine size
- Transport wheels
- Smooth pedaling
- Digitally controlled magnetic resistance
- 25 resistance levels
- Ventilated seat back
- Cushioned seat bottom
- Adjustable seat position
- Easy-to-use workout computer
- 29 preset workout programs and fitness tests
- Four user profiles
- Wireless heart rate receiver
- Bluetooth data export
- RideSocial compatibility
- Mobile device shelf and USB charging port
- MP3 player port and sound system
- Three-speed cooling fan
- Water bottle holder
- Accessory tray
- cons
- Short labor warranty
- Too small for riders approximately 6 feet and taller, and too large for those under 5’2”
- Control panel doesn’t have adjustable height, so you can’t watch a home TV with a straight-on view as you ride
- Calorie burn estimate seems inaccurate to many riders
- Grip pulse reader is unreliable; bike is best when paired with a wireless heart rate transmitter (sold separately)
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From Seller:
- Step thru design. Innovative design eliminates the traditional bike base so it's easy to get on and off the recumbent bike. Get started on your workout quickly and easily
- Lumbar supported seat. Exercise in comfort with the chair like design of the gx 4.7 recumbent bike. The oversized, cushioned seat is built with ventilated lumbar support so you can stay relaxed and focused on your workout
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From Seller:
- With enhanced Bluetooth connectivity, users can set, track and monitor progress with popular app-based tracking tools.
- Explore the world and discover 50plus global routes that auto-adjust in real time to your speed
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