Peloton vs ProForm Bike Tour de France CBC - How does the Costco bike compare to Peloton Bike Plus?

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In this video I compare the ProForm Tour de France vs Peloton Bike Plus head to head showing similarities and differences.

0:00 intro

2:13 aesthetics and similarities
2:50 differences start
3:42 screens
4:20 mobility
4:35 power
5:09 water bottle / weight holder
5:28 handlebars
6:15 adjustability
7:05 handlebar complaint
8:05 drivetrain comparison
9:00 proform height and fit
9:30 min resistance
9:56 max resistance
10:38 sound and quality comments
11:19 bike+ min resistance
11:40 bike+ comfort and handlebar comments
12:20 bike+ max resistance
12:43 direct comparison max resistance
13:00 inertia comparison
14:05 metrics comparison
15:15 iFit metrics
16:02 heart rate monitor
16:16 summary

The ProForm Costco bike has become very popular as it has begun to show up in stores for just $385 along with a free year of iFit app. The Peloton bike plus is also very popular, but it's also extremely expensive up front at $2495 along with a monthly $39 cost for the peloton membership. To put the icing on the cake Peloton bike orders are really backed up for some locations, taking longer than 2 -3 months for delivery of a Peloton bike, so many people are looking for cheaper peloton alternative bikes, and also options that are less expensive. If you want a indoor cycling bike with magnetic resistance and an app to follow along instructor leads, the Proform tour de france cbc from costco may be a good option for you. The bike does have a few weaknesses. The handlebars don't rise up very high, so if you are a tall rider you may find yourself in an digressing indoor cycling riding position which may cause strain on your up back and neck if you ride for extended periods of time. The peloton bike does not suffer from this lack of handlebar adjustment. The peloton bike is much more comfortable for me personally because the handlebars can raise much higher.

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0:00 intro
2:13 aesthetics and similarities
2:50 differences start
3:42 screens
4:20 mobility
4:35 power
5:09 water bottle / weight holder
5:28 handlebars
6:15 adjustability
7:05 handlebar complaint
8:05 drivetrain comparison
9:00 proform height and fit
9:30 min resistance
9:56 max resistance
10:38 sound and quality comments
11:19 bike+ min resistance
11:40 bike+ comfort and handlebar comments
12:20 bike+ max resistance
12:43 direct comparison max resistance
13:00 inertia comparison
14:05 metrics comparison
15:15 iFit metrics
16:02 heart rate monitor
16:16 summary

[liamjhendrikse]

I've watched this video every day for the last 3 weeks and I can already see the difference.

[sandywhite]

This is EXACTLY what I was looking for. Thank you for helping me to save 2k

[leahkaufman]

Exactly what I was looking for! Thank you. I have a super old ProForm from BJs so can speak to these holding up over time

[d_dubya]

I purchased this Proform bike a week ago and have cycled everyday since. As someone who has experience with indoor cycling, i can say I am a huge fan of the ProForm so far. I get everything I need out of it without the price tag of a peloton or going to a cycle bar type class

[galty]

This is the exact comparison I was looking for, thank you!

[kg]

Your dedication is a benefit for all ! Thank you !

[ulysax]

I actually was looking for precisely this video!!! Thanks

[the_mad_swimbaiter]

Great unrequested review! My wife got me the tour, I'm recovering from a hip surgery and it with iFit for a year is exactly what I needed until I can hit the road!

[andreavogel]

I have been using a SPINNER brand stationary bike that i bought from second wind years ago. It was a gym bike. I pull it up in front of my computer and use the one peloton app/site and it works well. I have only been paying 12.00 a month for the Peloton app. That having been said, having done this for almost a year, I just bought a peloton bike+. I love the classes and so many of my friends are connected while they are in class that I have been longing to join them and look forward to the community peloton offers. I have been using the App about 9 months at least 4 times a week. Lots of things work but nothing has motivated me like these teachers do

[chels]

I bought my pro form Tour de France yesterday 🎉 this video helped me!

[andrewhaughey]

Omg I was just googling these the other day, and here it is...

[DarinPirkey]

I think if you are really into spinning and riding indoors I think the Peleton can make a lot of sense. But for a beginner or someone who does it periodically then the Pro Form may be the way to go.

[cesara]

Great video !!! Thanks for taking the time. I was contemplating on a peleton, sounds like the Proform would get the job done.

[luxurywithportia]

I asked for this review yessss! So excited

[jimfrost]

I agree with your analysis that the Pro-Form max resistance is not high enough out of the box. There is a pretty simple tweak that can be done to move the resistance magnets closer to the flywheel, which increases the max resistance. I found the instructional video on how to do that here on YouTube. Should be pretty easy to find. Along with the Pro-Form bike we also got the Pro-Form rower from Costco as well as a NordicTrack (same parent company as Pro-Form and iFit) treadmill. Just as pleased with them as well.

[elizabethm]

Three years ago I bought a heavy duty Spin style bike from Sears and started using the Peloton app which I run through a TV. I’m 5’2”, and no stationary bike fits me well, so I can’t justify the money for the Peloton bike to be able to compete with the people in a live class. With my Apple Watch on I can see my heart rate on the screen. I think the classes on the Peloton app are great.

[karlasolorzano]

Love my pro form !! Love the iFit classes! Best bang for your buck in my opinion! No recurring fee is awesome ! 2k+ for a peloton plus the monthly fee that’s more than most gyms? Does not fit the fit mamas budget! I’d rather spend that money on great nutrition 🙂

[jimfrost]

I have the Pro-Form and cannot be happier, especially at that price point. Bought another one to give as a X-mas gift to my oldest daughter since we were so impressed with the first one. Another daughter has her Peloton Plus coming sometime in 2021, as it was on backorder, so will be able to do own comparison when it arrives.

[tibebu]

Buyer beware. As they say, you get what you paid for. I bought this ProForm after viewing this video. The concept on the ProForm is great if it worked reliably. The bike worked fine initially, the resistance adjusted to the trainer’s instructions. Unfortunately, after the third time it stopped working at all. I keep getting CH-0 and CH-1 error message and the resistance adjustment will not work at all. Then the pedal started making squeaking noice which got worse and worse to a point I could not tolerate it. Called customer support and they told me a few parts need to be replaced but they are back ordered so they were supposed to be delivered in a month. Got part of the order (the bearing) in about three weeks. The rest, well, I waited for three months now then finally gave up and returned the bike to Costco. By the way, even if the parts were received, they expect you to replace and fix a it yourself if you don’t want to wait another unknown time after the parts are all received. I would not recommend this bike. Not worth the hassle.