Comparison
Exercise Bikes vs Treadmills for Home Use
The battle of the calorie burners.
2/1/2025•Editorial Team
Treadmills burn more calories per hour, but bikes are smaller, quieter, and lower impact. Which trade-off fits your life?
Impact and Joints
[Exercise Bikes](/exercise-bikes) are zero impact—great for knees and longevity. [Treadmills](/treadmills) are high impact—great for bone density but harder on joints.
Who This Is For
Undecided cardio buyers weighing up pros and cons.
Who This Is Not For
People with specific sport goals (e.g., cyclists obviously need bikes).