The 10 Best Recumbent Exercise Bikes in 2023, According to Certified Trainers

Adjust this bike’s oversized, cushion seat, both horizontally and vertically, to your comfort level, then sit down, and get to work. The two built-in speakers are Bluetooth headphone compatible in case you want to listen to a class or music without waking up the rest of your household. Add on an iFit membership (one month free, then $39/month) to stream interactive classes led by world renowned trainers.

What do buyers say? "This is nice recumbent bike. Instructions were spot on putting it together," said one bestbuy.com reviewer.

Place your phone, tablet, or any JRNY-compatible (one year free trial, then membership is an additional $20/month) device on the media shelf of this bike, so you can ride along to on-demand trainer-led classes with real-time coaching. The padded seat has ventilation for ample airflow, and the weighted strapped pedals keep your feel secure while you ride. The wheels make it easy to move this bike around, too.

What do buyers say? "Wanted to get away from treadmill as it was becoming very hard on my hips, knees and feet. Bought 290 and love it. Very comfortable for my 6ft 1in frame, and my joints do not hurt," said one schwinnfitness.com reviewer.

This bike comes with a 30-day free membership to iFit (then $39/month), so you can stream on-demand interactive trainer-led classes on the 14-inch HD Smart Touchscreen monitor. With 26 different resistance levels, you’ll always be able to challenge yourself to raise the bar—or put the auto-resistance feature on and let the bike push you (which is especially great during iFit classes). The bike’s fan will also adjust depending on how hard you’re working, to keep you cool.

What do buyers say? "It's incredibly comfortable ... Even without streaming, this is a quality bike that will get daily use," said one amazon.com reviewer.

Keep track of your time, speed, distance, and calories burned using the digital monitor on this recumbent bike. Use the adjustable magnetic resistance dial to toggle between eight different levels, while the built-in pulse monitor can track your heart rate, so you know just how hard you’re working. There is shelf for you to place your phone on the monitor.

What do buyers say? "It’s a joy to use as well as very comfortable ... After just one week I can feel a change in my energy level already," said one amazon.com reviewer.

If you already love tracking your stats through a favorite app like MyFitnessPal, or Explore the World, this bike is compatible with most, so you can continue to keep tabs on your progress. Enjoy the comfortable gel seat, and adjust the angle of the seat back using the lever located under the seat. Choose from 29 different workout programs, or just bike at your own pace.

What do buyers say? "Love this bike. The instructions appear to be spot on except for two locations, one was the heart monitor wiring, and the other was the wiring to the computer ... I am very pleased with the outcome and ride it a little bit every day," said one amazon.com reviewer.

Crank the magnetic resistance wheel to adjust between eight different levels, and monitor your time, speed, distance, and calories burned on the screen. You don’t have to worry about your feet slipping out of the pedals, as it's weighted to provide maximum support and counterbalance, plus they have adjustable straps, too.

What do buyers say? "It is not hard on my body and not too much work that I don't want to get on it," said one amazon.com reviewer.

If you not only care about getting in a good workout at home, but also want your home gym to look sleek as hell, consider this high-end steel frame recumbent bike. The adjustable seat was designed with your back in mind, so you’ll maintain good posture throughout your workout. The wide pedals feature a strap system like that used on a snowboard for quick adjustability and both secure and stable fit. Plus, you can change your seat posture, up your resistance level, and monitor your heart rate with controls all on the handles for easy accessibility. The speakers, located under the seat, are Bluetooth compatible and produce quality sound. Choose from multiple immersive workout programs on the live 15.6-inch touchscreen, or pedal through a natural or urban landscape of your choice on the screen. Bonus: You can log directly into your Netflix, Spotify, or YouTube accounts for entertainment.