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(Schwinn 170 Vs. SOLE B94) Upright Exercise Bikes 2022 | Differences | Reviews

April 14, 2022 by  
Filed under Exercise Bikes

SOLE B94 Exercise Bike

SOLE B94
Upright
Exercise Bike

Schwinn 170 Exercise Bike

Schwinn 170 Upright
Exercise Bike

Schwinn 170 Vs. SOLE B94 Recumbent Excercise Bike Comparison: Schwinn is a leader in lower cost good quality exercise bikes. SOLE is known for highly rated heavier duty, reasonably priced bikes that have been used at Hotel gyms. SOLE bikes weigh more than cheaper bikes for added stability. Highly rated, they both are excellent upright exercise bikes for the home. Nautilus is the parent company of Schwinn.

Schwinn 170 Vs. SOLE B94 comparison & differences: The SOLE B94 is built more like a fitness club bike and weighs almost double the weight of the Schwinn 170. The B94 also has a superior longer warranty. The B94 also has a larger padded seat for maximum confort. The Schwinn 170 is cheaper, but has more workout programs and resistance levels on its console. Both bikes are well rated, and the main choice is price, extra features, and the durability of each bike. Below is a comparison chart of the differences between these two models.


Schwinn 170 Vs. the SOLE B94
* Upright Bike
* 4.5 Stars Rating
* Magnetic Resistance
* 25 Resistance Levels
* Backlit LCD Console
* Bluetooth with APP
* Forearm Pads
* Heart Telemetry
* Oversized Pedals
* 3 piece crank
* 29 Workout Programs
* Max Weight: 300 lbs.
* Bike Weight: 62.8 lbs.
* 10 year frame warranty
* Tablet/Book Holder
* Built-in Fan
* Built-in Speakers
* Water Bottle Holder
* 4 User Profiles

Schwinn 170

* Upright Bike
* 4.6 Stars Rating
* Magnetic Resistance
* 20 Resistance Levels
* 9-inch Backlit LCD Console
* Bluetooth with APP
* – – –
* Heart Telemetry
* Oversized Pedals
* 3 piece crank
* 10 Workout Programs
* Max Weight: 300 lbs.
* Bike Weight: 123 lbs.
* Lifetime frame warranty
* Tablet/Book Holder
* Built-in Fan
* Built-in Speakers
* Water Bottle Holder
* 4 User Profiles

SOLE B94


Schwinn 170 Console

Schwinn 170 LCD Backlit Console

Sole B94 Upright Bike LCD Console

Sole B94 Console

Schwinn 170 vs. SOLE B94 Console Comparison: The Consoles have different styling. The B94 has one larger 9-inch backlit LCD screen, while Schwinn 170 has two smaller screens. If you use a tablet (like an iPAD), the Schwinn is set up to allow one of the two screens to be seen, with the SOLE the entire large screen is still visible when using a tablet. Both Consoles are backlit, making it easier to read, especially in dimmer light. The Schwinn 170 has 29 Workout programs vs. 10 on the SOLE, both have wireless Heart Telemetry. Schwinn has 25 magnetic resistance levels vs. 10 on the Sole B94. Both have 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.


Sole B94 Padded Seat

SOLE B94 Large Padded Seat

Bottom Line Schwinn 170 Vs. SOLE B94: The Schwinn 170 has more workout programs and resistance levels than the B94, as well as forearm pads. Both have good backlit consoles. The SOLE B94 is built like a gym bike, heavy duty, and weighs almost twice as much as the Schwinn for added stability. The seat of the B94 is also larger, and built for better comfort. The B94 is much more of a heavy duty bike, and you get a longer frame, parts, and electronics warranty, with a sturdier frame. So, if you want a cheaper bike with more workout choices, get the Schwinn 170, but if you want a heavy duty bike, like you would see at the Gym, get the SOLE B94.


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