The NordicTrack S27i Studio Bike: Worth the Hype?

In this NordicTrack S27i Studio Cycle review, I’ll tell you:
- How long Assembly takes for the S27i.
- How good NordicTracks build quality is.
- NordicTrack review of where they are class leaders.
- The things I don’t like about the S27i
- Which type of rider the NordicTrack 27i suits.
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00:00 Introduction.
00:48 Build Quality.
04:15 Class leaders and iFit review
07:50 S27i Worst parts
09:22 Getting to a workout.
10:00 Bluetooth connection.
10:40 IFit Music review.
11:35 Who does this bike suit?
13:29 Save $300 om iFit.

[@SteveJulien]

*** To buy your NordicTrack hardware and also help support this channel at no extra cost to you. Please use these links!: 🇺🇸🇨🇦🇲🇽: bit.ly/NordicTrackUS 🇬🇧🇩🇪🇫🇷🇪🇸: bit.ly/NordicTrackEurope 🇦🇺 : bit.ly/NordicTrackAUS *** All the best. Steve

[@shane2663]

I've have the S27i for about 5 weeks it's great bike. The only issue is that you have to do a work around on the software to get Privileged Mode if want to load external apps they should just give it to everyone instead of trying to block it.

[@dantechnik]

The incline function on this is really cool, would love that on the Peloton platform. Not sure I could leave the content and trainers on Peloton, but this got my attention at least.

[@user-rl4ru5iz1s]

I’ve never liked nor subscribed to anything on this site until now. Your review was informative, funny, and relatable. Well done, sir.

[@scottyg5878]

Great video again Steve, I enjoy your content. I have had issues with other Nordic Track equipment. The after sales wasn’t a great experience.

[@ThePinkkdd]

Love my s27i

[@richardngethe572]

Like your reviews Steve, been watching them quite regularly. Nice sense of humour. I wonder though if you are as rich as croesus what with owning every desirable piece of kit (envy though, not jelousy, I'm happy for you, I guess...)! Been working my advocacy tirelessly at home and may, just may, get permission from the missus for a 22i this fall. Thanks for the excellent reviews, which have made it much easier to make an informed decision.

[@FeliciaWilliams1908]

I have the older version of this bike that I bought 11/2020. The scenic rides are awesome and classes are good but the form of the older version got on my nerves. I would set the handlebars and they would slip back down. It was a nightmare to raise it back up without assistance. So after much thought, I am going to try the Peloton Bike+ with the leasing program. The reason the S22i edged out the Peloton in 2020 was the scenic rides. However I do see Peloton has some scenic rides and along with always thinking their classes would motivate me better. It arrives this Friday and I am excited. Your review was spot on.

[@steveglennan]

Great review! I’ve been looking at both the NordicTrack and Peloton models and your videos have been extremely helpful. I will make a decision soon, I’m leaning towards the NordicTrack S22i. Cheers!

[@SteveJulien]

Glad I could help!

[@ittibittinurse]

Great review

[@SteveJulien]

Glad you liked it!

[@larro145]

Hey, I found out what that wrench tool that came with the bike is for. My console support bracket tilted on arrival but did NOT swivel. The tool is to “tighten” the bolt behind the removable plastic cover on the console support - if it swivels too freely. However mine was immovable and it took a lot of strength (my wife couldn’t budge it), and I’m waiting for the new part so I can complete assembly.

[@poppy5986]

I was torn between one of these and Peloton, and to be honest, I was leaning very heavily towards the NordicTrack - because of their outdoor rides, and the incline feature. The one really big red flag that put me off the NordicTrack, was the terrible reviews regarding their customer service. If they had had good feedback on that subject I would have most definitely bought one. However, I went with Peloton in the end, and don’t regret it - love my Peloton bike 😊

[@kellylattimore5234]

I went with Peloton as well because they have speech software called talkback built in if you are blind, or have low vision I can navigate the screen without any assistance. I love it.

[@matthewclarke5008]

Their customer service is slow but they eventually do serve youm so it's worth it for this bike and for their treadmills.

[@matthewclarke5008]

It's ashame we can't access Pelaton content at the Nordicktrack bike, I chose Nordicktrack because the incline and it has extremely high resistance. I think someone said Pelaton and Nordicktrack have basically the same highest resistance but it's hard to find proof for that, so I just decided based on the incline as varying the incline angle might have an effect on calorie burn.

[@SteveJulien]

💯 agree.

[@beatsandwarts]

Are the spin classes still good on the 27i? I’m not sure whether I will prefer the outdoor rides or spin classes. Hence not sure whether to pick the peloton or Nordictrack. Hoping the s27i can do both well.

[@SteveJulien]

In my experience: Peloton has great class content, iFit is good. iFit has much better outdoor content, Pelotons limited.

[@anselmodiazvaliente8625]

What would be the lowest ceiling height for this? Hopefully if fits in my 2.07 shed.

[@SteveJulien]

My ceilings are that height and are fine.

[@fernandomeraza4871]

You can install youtube o youtube music in the screen ????

[@user-rl4ru5iz1s]

How does the ‘screen wobble’ when riding compare to peloton?

[@SteveJulien]

Slightly more than a Peloton I would say but that’s mainly down to its size. S22i will be the same as a Peloton. 👍🏽

[@javiside]

Does it have an HDMI port? or can it be casted to a tv?

[@SteveJulien]

Neither 😞. I use the app on my TV.

[@ProPropertyPhoto]

Hi Steve, quick question can you connect an iFIT enabled treadmill to work with the S27i screen? I’m getting the bike this week and want to know if it would connect to the ProForm L6 treadmill and be able to use the auto resistance feature on the treadmill. Or is only going to work with a tablet or phone? Thanks in advance.

[@SteveJulien]

I really don’t know, sorry Nigel. Maybe NordicTrack can answer. Enjoy the new bike!