(Schwinn 170 Vs. Nautilus U618) Upright Exercise Bikes 2022 | Differences | Reviews

Schwinn 170 Vs. Nautilus U618 Recumbent Excercise Bike Comparison: Nautilus and Schwinn are leaders in lower cost, high quality exercise bikes. The Schwinn 170 and U616 upright bikes are some of the most popular and best selling exercise bikes on the market. Highly rated, they both are excellent upright exercise bikes for the home. Nautilus is the parent company of Schwinn.

Schwinn 170 Vs. Nautilus U618 comparison & diffferences: The U618 is the premium superior bike, with many upgrades. The U618 has an STN LCD displays offer better clarity and wider viewing angles, as well as a titling display for better visability. The U618 also has a heavier user weight (325 lbs. vs. 300 lbs.)., and a longer frame warranty (15 years vs. 10 years). The handlebars of the U618 have resistance controls built in, while the Schwinn 170 lacks this feature. Below is a comparison chart of the differences between these two models.

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Schwinn 170 vs. Nautilus U618 Console Comparison: The Consoles are are almost identical except in styling. Both Consoles are backlit, making it easier to read, especially in dimmer light. Both are dual displays, so when you use the tablet/book holder, you can still see the other display. The U618 has superior STN LCD screens which gives you better viewing angles and clearer view. The U618 also has the advantage of having a Sightline Tilting Console, to adjust the display perfectly.

Both models have 29 Workout programs, Wireless Telemetry, and 25 resistance levels. You can customize your user profile, both models allow up to 4 profiles. Bluetooth® with APP for your tablet or smartphone, is available on both models. Both models have a USB charging port, which will be useful when using your smartphone or tablet with one of many APPs such as the RideSocial App & Explore the World App.

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Bottom Line Nautilus U618 Vs. Schwinn 170: The Nautilus U618 upright exercise bike offers a wide array of improvements and differences over the Schwinn 170 model, that may be overlooked. You get an included heart rate strap, a superior Nautilus Gel™ Seat which is oversized for comfort, bigger forearm pads, and most importantly convenient controls on the handles for resistance. The console display tilts, and has superior STN LCD displays for better viewing angles and clarity. In addition you get a longer frame, parts, and electronics warranty, and a heavier sturdier frame. This results in a higher user weight capacity of 325 lbs. Both models are excellent bikes, but the U618 has the edge in features.

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