Best Exercise Bike Under £100 (UK): Top Budget Picks

There are plenty of exercise bikes under £100 to choose from, but which one is the best? At this price point, the most important thing is finding a bike that's well-made and strong enough to last, rather than one that breaks after a few months of use.

We've done the legwork and tested a range of sub-£100 exercise bikes to see which comes out on top for features, sturdiness, comfort and overall quality. Here are our top picks.

SONGMICS Foldable Exercise Bike: Best Overall

The SONGMICS Exercise Bike is, without doubt, the best exercise bike you can buy for less than £100. After thoroughly testing this budget bike alongside several others, the SONGMICS came out on top across most of our criteria: features, sturdiness, comfort and overall quality.

This home exercise bike has a clear LCD display that shows live metrics as you train, including speed, distance, time, total calories burned and even your pulse, read through heart-rate sensors built into the handles.

It's also impressively quiet. When in use it's one of the quietest exercise bikes we tested at this price range, so there's no need to worry about waking up family or neighbours.

Resistance is one of the most important areas at any price, and the SONGMICS excels with a generous 8 levels of magnetic resistance. Packing in 8 levels (and magnetic resistance at that) for under £100 is genuinely impressive. Most bikes at this value are belt-driven, which don't feel quite as smooth and tend not to last as long as magnetic bikes.

As a bonus, it comes with a floor mat to protect your flooring, plus a built-in phone or tablet holder so you can watch TV or YouTube while you exercise. When you're done, it folds up quickly and easily to store in a cupboard or out of the way.

If you're looking for the best exercise bike under £100, the SONGMICS Exercise Bike is the one to get.

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XS Sports B210 Folding Magnetic Exercise Bike: Runner-Up

Our runner-up is the XS Sports B210 Folding Magnetic Exercise Bike. While it didn't quite take the top spot, it holds its own in a lot of key areas.

This bike is super lightweight (just 14kg) and very easy to set up on arrival. With a maximum weight limit of 100kg (just under 16 stone), it's a reliable option for most people looking for a home exercise bike. The on-board LCD gives you the usual updates you'd expect: pulse (via sensors in the handlebars), speed, distance, time and calories burned.

The two things that stood out most were the noise (or lack of it) and the comfort. Even at high resistance and high speed, this bike stays very quiet. It's also noticeably more comfortable than other bikes in this price bracket, so you won't be squirming after 30 minutes or so.

It doesn't come with a tablet or phone holder like the SONGMICS, and it doesn't have as many resistance levels, which is why it couldn't quite take the top spot, but it's still a solid choice for a budget home exercise bike. Our suggestion: opt for the XS Sports B210 if the SONGMICS is out of stock and you need a bike fast.

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Ultrasport Mini Bike Exercise Bike: Best Mini Bike

If you're after something a little different, it's worth considering a mini exercise bike. A mini bike does the same job as a regular exercise bike but without the seat or handlebars. You just get the pedal section, so you can place it wherever you like and store it without the hassle of a full-sized machine.

Mini exercise bikes are great if you're short on space, or if you simply want something simple that still gives you the benefits of a regular bike. They're also significantly cheaper than upright exercise bikes.

The best mini exercise bike is the Ultrasport Mini Bike Exercise Bike. It's ultra-compact, very well built and offers variable resistance levels. More importantly, it can be used as a regular bike for your legs, or placed on a raised surface such as a table to work out your arms.

It's a great option for anyone who wants to save space or doesn't want to spend too much. It's also ideal for elderly users and anyone recovering from an injury.

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How to choose a cheap exercise bike

At under £100 you're looking for a bike that lasts. A few things worth checking before you buy:

• Resistance type: magnetic resistance is smoother and longer-lasting than belt-driven systems, and is well worth seeking out at this price.
• Number of resistance levels: more levels mean a better range of workouts and more room to progress.
• Build quality and weight limit: a sturdy frame that doesn't wobble keeps the bike safe and usable for everyone in the house.
• Storage: foldable bikes (and mini bikes) are far easier to tuck away if you're short on space.

FAQs

Are cheap exercise bikes worth it?

Absolutely. You can get an affordable exercise bike packed with features that still delivers a great workout. You can even get mini exercise bikes that are cheaper still but offer many of the same benefits as a full-sized bike.

Which value exercise bike is best?

The best value exercise bike is the SONGMICS Exercise Bike. It has 8 levels of magnetic resistance, is very well built and doesn't move or wobble during use. It also comes with a durable floor mat to keep your floor looking its best.

Which exercise bike is best for weight loss?

There's no single best exercise bike for weight loss. It all depends on your specific goals. Some people may want a more rugged, sturdy bike, while others looking to lose a few pounds around the waist will get on fine with a cheap home exercise bike. Be sure to pick a bike that's best suited to your goals.

Which indoor exercise bike is best?

At under £100, the best indoor exercise bike is the SONGMICS Exercise Bike. Other bikes offer more features at higher price brackets, so be sure to pick the best exercise bike for your price point.

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