NordicTrack S22i Commercial Studio Cycle Bike | Review 2025

Smart-Rating: 4.7/5 (Click for Reviews)

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The NordicTrack S22i Professional Studio Cycle will give you interactive personal training at home powered by iFit. The NordicTrack S22i uses 24 levels of SMR™ Silent Magnetic Resistance, which offers extremely quiet, maintenance free operation (no pads to replace).

The biggest feature on this bike is its huge 22-inch HD Touchscreen with iFit compatibility. The screen and included 30 day iFit membership allows you to get coaching and to bike in areas around the world to entertain you while you exercise.

iFit Enabled: You receive a 30 day membership to iFit which provides over 16,000 on-demand workouts, Google Maps, and Live interactive workouts. A rare feature on this bike is the ability to incline (up to 20%) and decline (up to 10%). Trainers will adjust your speed and incline while you workout. The screen tilts and can swivel 360 degrees, allowing you to view the screen off-bike for iFit workouts such as Yoga, body sculpting, and cross-training exercises.

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The NordicTrack S22i is an indoor cycle that gives you the same feel as cycling on the road with a bicycle, and provides an excellent cardiovascular workout. The NordicTrack S22i features a weighted flywheel, which creates a secure, quiet, vibration-free workout, and features 24 levels of magnetic resistance that simulates actual riding.

The padded seat can be adjusted fore and aft, as well as height. The S22i comes with two 3 lb. dumbbells for cross training. The multi-grip handle bars have built-in controls for incline/decline and resistance. Transportation wheels are provided for portability. The belt drive mechanism provides silent and smooth pedaling. Heart telemetry enabled to connect to Polar & compatible wireless heart straps.

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Maximum User Weight Capacity: Up to 350 pounds.
Residential Warranty: 10 year Frame; 2 years parts, 1 year labor
Bike Dimensions: 55″ Long x 21.9″ Wide x 54.8″ High (180 lbs.)
** 30 day iFit membership is included with this bike **

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Smart-Review Commentary: The NordicTrack S22i is a club quality bike that is ideal for home use. The huge 22-inch HD touchscreen along with iFit gives you an interactive workout, coaching, google maps from around the world, and 16,000 total workout choices. This indoor cycle has SMR™ silent magnetic resistance & belt drive, with riding similar to a real bicycle on the road. Three important features included on this bike are magnetic resistance, a heavy flywheel, and belt drive for a smooth silent ride. The heavier weight of this indoor cycling bike makes it more stable than cheaper exercise bikes.

Unique on this bike is the Powergrade Incline & Decline Drive System which allows up to 20% incline and 10% decline, simulating real cycling. This heavy duty model should fit the needs of most people, as its maximum user weight is 350 lbs. The steel frame is built for added stability. Toe straps are included. This model is ideal for outdoor cyclists to train indoors, especially with the incline feature.

The padded seat is fully adjustable for added comfort, and can also move fore/aft. Reviewers have said this bike runs “smooth and quiet”. This model has received excellent consumer reviews. The NordicTrack S22i is a Smart-Review Top Pick for exercise and indoor cycle type bikes, and our BEST of 2025 award winner for premium cycling bikes.

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