Top Upright Exercise Bikes With Touchscreen Displays for 2026 Buyers

If you want studio-class energy or scenic rides without leaving home, today’s best upright exercise bikes with touchscreen displays deliver it—along with performance metrics and auto-adjusting intensity to keep you on pace. Upright bikes put you in a vertical, road-style posture, and the best models pair 21–24-inch integrated touchscreens with live and on-demand classes, scenic routes, and entertainment apps. Price alone isn’t a reliable marker of quality, according to independent testing, so judge by ride feel, app fit, and total cost over time rather than MSRP alone (see Consumer Reports’ guidance on reliability and scoring) [Best Exercise Bikes of 2025, Consumer Reports].

What is an upright bike? An upright exercise bike positions the rider vertically with a road-style seat and pedals beneath the body, engaging core and leg muscles similarly to outdoor cycling. It differs from a recumbent bike, which has a reclined seat and backrest that reduce load on the lower back—ideal for low-impact training.

FitnessJudge

We’re independent and ROI-first. Our method helps you compare hardware quality, class ecosystems, and total cost of ownership (hardware plus membership) before you buy. Expect simple checklists, side-by-side specs, and calculators that model 24–36 month costs with or without subscriptions. We pressure-test fine print too—delivery, assembly, warranty coverage on screens/electronics, in-home service, and cancellation terms—so you avoid surprises. Use our goal-matching framework to align a smart exercise bike’s content (live studio, scenic, intervals, or entertainment-forward) with how you actually like to train. For more A/V-integrated training picks across categories, see our companion guide to rowers with built-in displays on FitnessJudge.

NordicTrack S22i and X24

NordicTrack’s upright lineup is built for immersive studio and scenic rides with hands-free automatic control. If you want incline/decline that matches terrain and a large rotating display for both on- and off-bike sessions, the S22i and 24-inch X24/S24 variants are strong picks. iFIT integration adds automatic incline and resistance control and a family-plan option many households find valuable (reviewers highlight how auto-adjust keeps you on class cues) [The Best Smart Exercise Bikes, PCMag]. Wirecutter testers have noted screen-shake on some S22i units, so sprinting stability is worth a quick check in person or during the return window [The Best Exercise Bikes, Wirecutter]. Recent roundups place the 24-inch NordicTrack model around the premium tier, with pricing commonly near the low-$2,000s at the time of writing. FitnessJudge’s TCO calculator can project iFIT family-plan costs over 24–36 months so you can compare true ownership costs.

Pros

• Outstanding immersion: 22–24" HD screens that rotate for floor work
• Automatic incline/decline and resistance via iFIT
• Scenic rides and trainer-led sessions with SmartAdjust pacing

Cons

• iFIT membership adds meaningful recurring cost
• Reports of screen wobble on some S22i units during hard efforts
• Heavier footprint; plan space and mat placement

Mini specs (S22i vs X24/S24)

• Screen: 22" (S22i); 24" (X24/S24), both HD and rotating
• Incline/Decline: Yes (S22i adds simulated hill and descent)
• Auto-resistance: Yes, via iFIT SmartAdjust
• Membership: iFIT family plan commonly around $39/month, individual plans available [The Best Smart Exercise Bikes, PCMag]
• Warranty notes: Check separate terms for frame vs. electronics/screen and confirm in-home service availability
• Reference: For 24" model context and premium positioning, see a recent expert roundup [Best Exercise Bike With Screen, Garage Gym Reviews]

Peloton Bike Plus

Peloton Bike+ is the go-to for premium live classes, leaderboards, and a massive community. The 23.8-inch HD touchscreen swivels for floor workouts, and Auto-Follow automatically adjusts resistance to match instructor cues. Reviews also call out convenient delivery (often largely assembled) and strong setup support on flagship models. Plan for a footprint around 59.5 x 22.2 inches and weight near 200 pounds—measure your space and consider floor load and matting if you live upstairs [Best Exercise Bike, OutdoorGearLab].

Recommendations

• Best for riders who thrive on live classes, social competition, and polished production
• Consider alternatives if you’re budget-focused or want to use third-party training platforms extensively
• Total cost: Use FitnessJudge’s calculator to combine Bike+ hardware and membership over 24–36 months before deciding

Echelon Connect EX-5S and EX-8S

Echelon offers value-forward smart exercise bikes with sizeable screens and broad on-demand libraries. The EX-5S-22 pairs a 22-inch HD display with roughly 32 magnetic resistance levels; its screen tilts and flips for some flexibility but does not rotate side-to-side in many configurations, as reviewers note. The EX-8s steps up to a curved 24-inch HD screen and a flashier frame design, with thousands of Echelon Fit classes and programs that emphasize variety [Best Exercise Bikes With Screens, BarBend].

Recommendations

• EX-5S: Strong budget-conscious choice for apartments; compact, simple, and class-focused
• EX-8s: More immersive viewing and premium look; worth it if you value on-demand variety and a larger curved display
• Decide based on price bands, screen design, and how much on-demand content drives your motivation; FitnessJudge’s comparisons help weigh library depth and total cost versus iFIT or JRNY

Bowflex VeloCore

VeloCore’s differentiator is Lean Mode: you can unlock the frame to sway side-to-side, recruiting your core and balance during climbs or intervals, or lock it out for smooth steady rides. Two screen options—16 and 22 inches—span price points, and the JRNY app offers adaptive workouts, scenic rides, and entertainment integration in one place. JRNY’s subscription commonly runs around $19.99 a month, which keeps total cost lower than some competitors if you don’t need daily live classes. For an overview of Lean Mode and the model range, see independent roundups [Best exercise bikes, Live Science]. FitnessJudge’s calculator shows how JRNY’s lower monthly fee changes 2–3 year total cost of ownership.

Recommendations

• Ideal for cross-training and engagement; Lean Mode mixes up muscle stimulus on top of cycling
• Lock the frame for power tests and structured sweet-spot efforts
• TCO: Add JRNY membership to the bike price to see the real 24–36 month cost (our calculator makes the math quick)