Best Exercise Bikes for 2025

A stationary bike is an excellent entry-level option for home exercise equipment. In fact, studies show that an exercise bike may be the best exercise to prevent knee pain and arthritis. Whether you prefer high-tech smart bikes with on-demand classes or compact models for easy storage, an exercise bike helps you stay active -- rain or shine. One of the biggest perks? They’re quiet enough for apartment living, no matter what floor you’re on. We put top brands like Peloton and Bowflex to the test to find the best options available. Editor's note, Jan. 6, 2025: We'll be updating this page later this year. New machines are currently in the testing stages and will be updated accordingly. What is the best exercise bike overall? I have more than five years of experience testing indoor exercise bikes, and not just because I moved to a place where it gets too cold to enjoy my road bike all year long. Exercise bikes have many benefits, no matter what your skill level is as a cyclist. Right n ... Read full article.