CAROL Bike vs Peloton
Offering a unique alternative to other exercise bikes, see how CAROL Bike compares to the likes of Peloton.
| Workouts | CAROL BIKE | PELOTON BIKE + | PELOTON BIKE |
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| REHIT – most effective cardio backed by science |  |
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| Automated zone-based training | |
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| Virtual outdoor rides and races (e.g. Zwift) | * |
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| Studio cycling classes | * |
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| Time to get or stay fit per week | From 15 minutes |
From 75 minutes |
From 75 minutes |
*Requires separate subscription to third party application. |
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| Software | CAROL BIKE | PELOTON BIKE + | PELOTON BIKE |
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| Continuously optimized & personalized workouts | |
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| Compatible with cycling apps (e.g., Zwift, Kinomap, Rouvy) | |
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| Compatible with entertainment & news apps (e.g., Netflix, Youtube, Disney+) | |
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| Precise fitness tracking | |
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| Safety algorithms | |
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| Hardware | CAROL BIKE | PELOTON BIKE + | PELOTON BIKE |
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| EN ISO 20597 certification | Class SA professional and commercial use |
Class H domestic use |
Class H domestic use |
| Silent belt drive | |
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| Frictionless magnetic brake | |
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| Computer controlled, motorised brake system | |
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| Freewheel safety clutch |  |
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| Heart rate monitor included | |
Optional extra |
Optional extra |
| Screen size, resolution, processor power, memory, storage |
11” |
24” |
24” |
| Cost | CAROL BIKE | PELOTON BIKE + | PELOTON BIKE |
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| Initial purchase price | $2595 |
$2495** |
$1445** |
| Shipping | Included |
Included |
Included |
| Assembly | $199 |
Included |
Included |
| Monthly membership | $19.99 |
$44** |
$44** |
| Customer Care | CAROL BIKE | PELOTON BIKE + | PELOTON BIKE |
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| Risk free trial | 100 days |
30 days |
30 days |
| Trustpilot rating | 4.6 |
4.3** |
4.3** |
**As of 10 April 2024 |
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