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The Commercial S22i Studio Cycle is NordicTrack’s response to the Peloton revolution. Its iFit-enabled 22-inch Smart HD touchscreen allows you to bring the energizing atmosphere of a studio spin bike class home. Just hop on, tune into a spin class video, and ride towards your fitness goals alongside world-class iFit trainers and other spinners around the world.

Priced at $2,999 before discounts, the S22i is NordicTrack’s premium Commercial Studio Cycle for 2020. You can easily distinguish the S22i from the cheaper S15i because of its 22-inch screen. The S15i has a smaller 14” screen, but other components of the two bikes are identical. These features include: Non-slip, multi-position handlebars; 22 levels of digital resistance; power incline (and decline) with settings from -10% to +20%; and pedals with cages. Both models are also compatible with standard road bike pedals and seats. Other key features of both bikes include wireless telemetry and iPod-compatible speaker systems. We also love that both bikes include a set of 3 lb. dumbbells for upper-body workouts.

It’s worth noting here that MYX Fitness recently entered the ring with a close-to-Peloton experience for a very reasonable price. If a connected bike with a built-in screen is what you’re interested in, but you’re finding the price of entry of the S22i a bit too daunting, we’d recommend a read of our full MYX Fitness Bike review.

So, how does the NordicTrack S22i compare with the Peloton studio cycle? Most obvious is the identical 22” screen size, which helps to create immersive workout experiences. Both bikes are wonderfully compact too.  

One important difference is that only the NordicTrack S22i has power incline/decline. This is an exciting feature to use alongside iFit workouts and Google Maps riding trails, as it really brings your ride or routine to life.

Another key difference is the type of instruction available with your $39 monthly membership. With NordicTrack, your iFit spin videos aren’t shown live like some of the Peloton classes, and the selection of spin classes is smaller. Peloton has a pretty impressive daily live schedule of spin classes for you to choose from. The trade off is that iFit includes many other benefits such as global workouts in beautiful locations, Google Maps rides where you virtually bike outside, a larger variety of personal trainers, and lots of other personal training related tips and tricks. It’s also more interactive because iFit instructors can control your resistance and incline during workouts; Peloton workouts require you to amend your resistance manually. During iFit workouts, your trainer automatically adjusts your machine to match their instructions, fully immersing you in the class. Both bike memberships also provide exercise guidance in areas outside the cycling arena, from yoga to kickboxing to meditation.

Standard warranty coverage for the NordicTrack Commercial S22i Studio Cycle includes 10 years of coverage for the frame, 2 years for parts and 1 year for labor. Dig deeper into the pros and cons of the NordicTrack S22i below.

For years, iFit has helped to make NordicTrack a leading exercise bike brand. The Commercial S22i allows you to benefit from iFit personal training in a new way: with videos of high quality spin classes on demand! You’ll also get access to the longtime favorite iFit feature — unlimited Google Maps workouts — with vivid landscape views and automated incline/decline.

All in all, the S22i is a fantastic option for alternating between gym-style training and scenic outdoor tours. You could spend less on an exercise bike that’s just as durable as the S22i, but its workouts probably won’t be as enticing or motivating. If saving money isn’t a top priority, then the high-tech S22i Studio Cycle is a logical finalist in your search for a fun spin bike.

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