Brand: JetBlack Type: Magnetic Pros: Affordable, Stable Cons: Noisy at high speeds Weight: 30 lbs Max Power: 1300W Max Simulated Gradient: 8% Noise: 77 dB Our score: 4/5 Overview The JetBlack VOLT is a direct-drive smart trainer designed for the…
Brand: Elite Type: Direct Drive Pros: Great value, Accurate Cons: Slightly noisier Weight: 33 lbs Max Power: 2300W Max Simulated Gradient: 24% Noise: 70 dB Our score: 5/5 Overview The Elite Direto XR is a shining example of what happens…
Brand: Kinetic Type: Direct Drive Pros: Allows bike to move side-to-side, Quiet Cons: Expensive Weight: 47 lbs Max Power: 2000W Max Simulated Gradient: 20% Noise: 62 dB Our score: 5/5 Overview The Kinetic R1 Direct Drive is the epitome of…
Brand: Saris Type: Direct Drive Pros: Quiet, Reliable Cons: Heavy Weight: 47 lbs Max Power: 2000W Max Simulated Gradient: 20% Noise: 59 dB Our score: 5/5 Overview The Saris H3 Direct Drive is the culmination of feedback from countless users…
Brand: Minoura Type: Direct Drive Pros: Quiet, Accurate Cons: Slightly heavier Weight: 35 lbs Max Power: 2000W Max Simulated Gradient: 20% Noise: 63 dB Our score: 4/5 Overview The Minoura Kagura Direct Drive is a blend of Japanese precision engineering…
Brand: Wahoo Type: Wheel-On Pros: Affordable, Easy setup Cons: Less accurate than direct drive Weight: 38 lbs Max Power: 1500W Max Simulated Gradient: 12% Noise: 76 dB Our score: 4/5 Overview The Wahoo KICKR SNAP is a testament to Wahoo’s…
Brand: Tacx Type: Direct Drive Pros: Stable, Good value Cons: Calibration can be tricky Weight: 50 lbs Max Power: 2000W Max Simulated Gradient: 16% Noise: 65 dB Our score: 4/5 Overview The Tacx Flux 2 is a shining example of…
Brand: Elite Type: Direct Drive Pros: Compact, Pre-assembled Cons: Slightly louder Weight: 32 lbs Max Power: 1900W Max Simulated Gradient: 15% Noise: 72 dB Our score: 4/5 Overview The Elite Suito is a game-changer in the world of direct-drive trainers.…
Brand: Kinetic Type: Fluid Pros: Smooth resistance, Durable Cons: Noisy at high speeds Weight: 28 lbs Max Power: 1400W Max Simulated Gradient: 10% Noise: 75 dB Our score: 4/5 Overview The Kinetic Road Machine Smart 2 is a testament to…
Brand: Elite Type: Direct Drive Pros: Highly accurate, Quiet Cons: Expensive Weight: 40 lbs Max Power: 2300W Max Simulated Gradient: 24% Noise: 61 dB Our score: 5/5 Overview The Elite Drivo II is a premium direct-drive trainer that promises an…
