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NordicTrack Studio 24 Review 2026
The NordicTrack Studio 24 gives you the brand’s big-screen studio experience for several hundred pounds less than the flagship X24. A 24-inch pivoting HD touchscreen, 24 levels of digital resistance and the full iFIT platform, minus the motorised incline. For many riders that is a sensible trade.
NordicTrack Studio 24
Studio indoor cycle with 24-inch touchscreen
At Amazon and Sweatband, worth comparing both
The verdict
The Studio 24 is, in essence, the X24 without the tilt. You get the same large 24-inch HD touchscreen that pivots 180 degrees for off-bike classes, the same iFIT platform with its thousands of trainer-led workouts and SmartAdjust automatic resistance, and a smooth ride from 24 levels of digital resistance. For immersive, instructor-led spin training at home it delivers the great majority of what the X24 does.
Two things separate it from the flagship beyond the incline. The first is price, and it is a meaningful saving. The second is the user weight limit, which at 113kg is notably lower than the X24’s 159kg and lower than most bikes in the range, so heavier riders should check it carefully before buying. With a 4.4-star Amazon rating across a reasonable number of reviews, it is also the better-proven of NordicTrack’s bigger bikes. If you want the screen and the iFIT immersion but not the hill simulation, the Studio 24 is the value pick of the two.
Strengths
- 24-inch pivoting HD touchscreen for on and off-bike workouts
- Full iFIT platform with SmartAdjust automatic resistance
- Several hundred pounds cheaper than the X24
- Streaming on the built-in screen
- Solid 4.4-star Amazon rating
Watch-outs
- No motorised incline, unlike the X24
- Lower 113kg user weight limit
- The experience needs an ongoing iFIT membership
- Large and heavy, needs a permanent home
Ride feel and real-world experience
On the bike, the Studio 24 rides as a capable studio cycle. The 24 levels of digital resistance are smooth and quiet through the belt drive, and the forward-leaning position suits proper, sweaty spin sessions as well as steady cardio. It is the same fundamental riding experience as the X24, minus the ability to tilt, so on the flat the two feel very similar underfoot.
The centrepiece is the 24-inch HD touchscreen, which pivots a full 180 degrees. That makes it as much a workout hub as a bike: swing it round and you can follow iFIT strength, yoga and HIIT classes off the bike, and the screen streams entertainment for longer rides. The cooling fan and built-in speaker round out the immersion, and SmartAdjust can set your resistance automatically as a trainer-led session unfolds.
The one figure to keep front of mind is the 113kg user weight limit, which is lower than most of the range and lower than the X24. Within that limit it is a comfortable, well-equipped bike, and its 4.4-star Amazon rating across a decent number of reviews makes it the most proven of NordicTrack’s screen-equipped cycles. As ever with a premium connected bike, the seat is firm and some riders will want to adjust or swap it over time.
The screen and off-bike workouts
The Studio 24’s defining feature is its 24-inch HD touchscreen, and crucially it pivots a full 180 degrees. That turns the bike into a hub for more than cycling: swing the screen round and you can follow iFIT strength, yoga, Pilates and HIIT classes off the bike, using the floor space beside it. For a household that wants one piece of kit to anchor a varied routine rather than just a spin bike, that flexibility is a genuine selling point, and it is something the cheaper screenless bikes and bring-your-own-tablet rivals cannot replicate as neatly. The screen also streams entertainment, so longer steady sessions need not be boring.
Assembly, size and setup
At 74kg the Studio 24 is a heavy bike, so assembly and positioning are best done with two people. The build is straightforward with the supplied tools and instructions, but the weight and the large screen make it a set-it-and-leave-it machine. Allow room for the 142 by 55cm footprint and for the screen to pivot through its full rotation, and place it near a socket, since it runs off the mains.
Living with it: noise, footprint and storage
The belt drive and magnetic resistance keep the Studio 24 quiet in use, so it suits a flat or shared home, and the cooling fan is a welcome touch on hard sessions. It is a large, heavy bike that wants a permanent home rather than to be moved often, and it needs mains power for the screen. Upkeep is minimal beyond keeping it clean and checking the bolts. The main practical caveat remains the 113kg user limit, so confirm you are comfortably within it before buying.
The iFIT app and subscription
Like every NordicTrack, the Studio 24 is built around iFIT. An iFIT Pro membership unlocks the 10,000-plus trainer-led workouts, the scenic routes, SmartAdjust automatic resistance and streaming on the screen, with a 30-day trial included and the membership sold separately thereafter. It needs a Wi-Fi connection, and your data syncs to Strava, Garmin and Apple Health. Without a membership the bike still works manually, showing your stats on the screen, but you lose the classes and automation that are the point of buying it.
Is the iFIT subscription worth it?
At £1,899 the iFIT question matters as much as it does on the X24. The big screen and the immersive classes are what you are paying for, and they live behind the membership, so be honest with yourself about whether you will keep it. The 30-day trial is there to find out. If you will use the iFIT library and the off-bike classes, the Studio 24 is a coherent, well-priced package; if you would rather not pay monthly, a subscription-free bike like the JTX Studio Pro will serve you better for less.
How it compares
The Studio 24’s closest comparison is its own stablemate the X24, which adds motorised incline and a higher 159kg user limit for several hundred pounds more; if the incline does not appeal, the Studio 24 is the saving. Against Peloton it is competitive on screen and price while offering iFIT’s scenic routes. The Echelon EX7s is the comparable big-screen subscription bike from a rival platform, with a similar 22-inch screen. And if you would rather skip the subscription entirely, our top pick the JTX Studio Pro delivers a heavier flywheel and Zwift for £799, though without a built-in screen or classes.
Studio 24 or X24: which should you buy?
Because these two bikes look so similar and share the same 24-inch pivoting screen and iFIT platform, the choice between them comes up constantly, and it really turns on two things: incline and user weight. The X24 adds the motorised incline and decline, which physically tilts the bike to simulate hills and is the single most immersive feature in the range, and it raises the user weight limit to 159kg against the Studio 24’s 113kg. If either of those matters to you, the simulated hills or a higher weight limit, the X24 is worth the extra outlay. If you mainly want the big-screen, class-led studio experience on the flat, are comfortably within 113kg, and would rather keep several hundred pounds in your pocket, the Studio 24 gives you the great majority of the X24 for less. Put simply: pay for the X24 if you specifically want the incline, otherwise the Studio 24 is the value choice of the two.
Who it is for
Buy the Studio 24 if you want NordicTrack’s big-screen, iFIT-driven studio experience and the off-bike class flexibility, you are comfortably within the 113kg limit, and you do not need the incline. If simulated hills or a higher user weight matter, step up to the X24. If you would rather avoid a subscription, the JTX Studio Pro is the alternative. For comfort over intensity, consider a recumbent like the GX10.
Specifications
| Bike type | Studio indoor cycle |
|---|---|
| Resistance | 24 levels digital magnetic |
| Drive | Belt |
| Screen | 24-inch HD pivoting touchscreen |
| Extras | Cooling fan, built-in speaker, streaming |
| Maximum user weight | 113kg |
| Machine weight | 74kg |
| Assembled size | 142 x 55 x 156 cm |
| Power | Mains |
| Connectivity | iFIT, syncs Strava, Garmin, Apple Health |
| Retailers | Amazon and Sweatband |
| Warranty | Registered NordicTrack cover, confirm term at checkout |
Warranty and after-sales
NordicTrack’s bikes are backed by cover that typically extends when you register within 28 days of purchase, so register promptly and confirm the exact term at checkout. The Studio 24 is sold at both Amazon and Sweatband, so it is worth comparing the two retailers on price and on the warranty each lists, and you get the standard 30-day return rights on top. As a powered bike with a large screen, the parts-and-labour element of the cover is the part worth having.
FitRank breakdown
Performance 4.3
A smooth, quiet studio-cycle ride from 24 digital resistance levels and a belt drive. On the flat it matches the X24; it simply cannot tilt.
Build quality 4.2
Well built at 74kg, though the 113kg user limit is lower than the rest of the range and the main thing to check before buying.
Value 4.1
Several hundred pounds less than the X24 for the same screen and platform. Good value if you do not need the incline.
Features 4.6
A 24-inch pivoting screen, SmartAdjust, streaming and off-bike classes. Only the missing incline separates it from the flagship feature set.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Studio 24 have incline like the X24?
What is the Studio 24’s user weight limit?
Does the Studio 24 need an iFIT subscription?
Can I do off-bike workouts on it?
Where can I buy the Studio 24?
Chris writes the home fitness reviews across our sites, including our sister site HomeTreadmill.co.uk. He compares every machine against its rivals on UK pricing and specs, and scores each one with FitRank.
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