NordicTrack equipment often sets the bar to which other fitness companies’ equipment is compared to by both reviewers and customers. It allows people to quickly assess how to rank a piece of new equipment. One example of this comparison would be comparing the Bowflex C6 Bike to the NordicTrack Commercial S22i Studio Cycle.
Why We Compared The NordicTrack S22i vs. The Bowflex C6
Normally, we do our best to compare exercise bikes that fall into the same price range, as this tactic allows for more accurate comparisons of what each bike has to offer. However, Bowflex only offers one bike at this time, the C6 stationary bike.
Also, Bowflex has already chosen to compare it to Peloton Bike, which is comparable to the NordicTrack S22i. So, since they have chosen to stack their exercise bike against that tier of bikes, we thought we would show you what the C6 exercise bike looks like next to the S22i exercise bike.
Features Of The NordicTrack S22i vs. The Bowflex C6
To help you visualize how the C6 bike stacks up when compared to the S22i, we have picked out many of the features that contribute to more comfortable exercise sessions, quality of use, and other things that can positively—or negatively—impact your workout.
| Feature | NordicTrack S22i | Bowflex C6 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | $1,999 | $949 |
| Weight limit | 350 pounds | 330 pounds |
| Display | 22” smart HD touchscreen | Backlit LCD metrics console |
| Resistance | 22 digital resistance levels | 100 micro-adjustable levels |
| Incline range | -10% to 20% | N/A |
| Flywheel | Inertia-enhanced | Inertia-enhanced |
| Fan | Yes, multiple speeds | No |
| Pedals | Clip-in and toe cages | Clip-in and toe cages |
| Handles | Multi-position, nonslip | Nonslip |
| HDMI port | Yes | No |
| Footprint | 55″ L x 21.9″ W x 56.9″ T | 48.7” L x 21.2” W x 51.8” T |
| Workouts | Free 30-day trial of iFit | None built-in, multi-app compatible |
| Warranty | 10-year frame 2-year parts 1-year labor | 10-year frame 3-year mechanical and electrical 1-year labor |
Which Exercise Bike Should You Pick?
Price-wise, the Bowflex C6 is around $1,000 cheaper than the S22i. However, with that lower price, you also lose things like having a display screen, the built-in iFit with free 30 day trial membership, and other quality additions you get with the NordicTrack S22i. Depending on your workout needs, you will likely be able to figure out which of these bikes you will get more use out of in the long run.
If you are interested in bringing the S22i Studio Cycle home, be sure that you use one of our NordicTrack promo codes to help you save on your purchase!