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Peloton Cross Training Bike
by Peloton
Peloton's classes on Peloton hardware without paying for the Bike+. The October 2025 Cross Training Bike has a 21.5-inch HD swivel touchscreen and a manual resistance knob, per Peloton; the Bike+ adds auto-resistance and the movement-tracking camera. Classes need the All-Access membership.
- Riders who want Peloton's classes on Peloton hardware for well under the Bike+
- Households that will use the swivel screen for strength and yoga classes too
- Small rooms: Peloton puts the footprint at 4 x 2 ft
- You want the bike to change resistance for you (that is the Bike+)
- You do not plan to keep an All-Access membership
- You ride in regular trainers and do not want cycling shoes
Strengths
- ↑Peloton's class library on a bike built for it
- ↑21.5-inch swivel screen turns for off-bike classes
- ↑4 x 2 ft footprint, per Peloton
Weaknesses
- ↓Manual resistance knob, no auto-resistance
- ↓All-Access membership needed for the classes
- ↓Pedals need Delta-compatible cycling shoes
Full specs
- Resistance
- Magnetic, manual knob
- Display
- 21.5" HD swivel touchscreen
- Speakers
- Front-facing, 10 W total (Peloton)
- Pedals
- Aluminum, Delta-compatible cleats
- Rider fit
- 4'11" to 6'5", up to 297 lb (Peloton)
- Dimensions
- 54" L x 23" W x 61" H; 129 lb (Peloton)
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cross Training Bike and the Bike+?
Per Peloton, the Cross Training Bike has a 21.5-inch swivel screen and a manual resistance knob. The Bike+ has a 23.8-inch swivel screen, auto-resistance that follows the instructor, a movement-tracking camera and Sonos-tuned speakers.
Do I need a membership?
For the classes, yes. Peloton's All-Access membership unlocks its content on Peloton hardware and is sold separately.
What shoes does it need?
Peloton lists aluminum pedals that take Delta-compatible cycling cleats.
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