Aviron Fit Bike Review: Setup, Features and More

There’s something undeniably luxurious about having a spin bike parked in your living room—or, for some, tucked away in the corner of your bedroom. No commuting to the gym, no fighting for a spot in a sweaty spin class, no excuses not to move your body. It’s convenience at its finest, and as far as health perks go, the benefits are almost too good to list: low-intensity cardio that’s easy on your joints, improved heart health, enhanced endurance, and a solid way to de-stress its a busy day.

As someone who wants all of these things, I jumped at the chance to test out Aviron’s new stationary bike: the Aviron Fit Bike ($2,399). After testing (and loving) the brand’s Strong Series rowing machine a few years ago, I was eager to give the bike a spin…pun intended. From setup to first ride, read on for my full Aviron Fit Bike review.

About the Aviron Fit Bike

The Aviron Fit Bike is a stylish high-tech spin bike designed to make home workouts more fun and engaging. Aviron’s whole schtick is the gamification of training. The same challenges and gameplay used to make the flagship rowing series more fun carry over to the new bike.

Each bike is equipped with a 21.5-inch HD touchscreen, built-in speakers and adjustable resistance levels to suit everyone from beginners to serious cyclists. In terms of programs, the bike has a lot to offer. An Aviron subscription (either $288/year or $29/month) unlocks thousands of lessons, including instructor-led rides, scenic routes, virtual games, and even competitive challenges where you race against other users or AI opponents. Not feeling a structured workout? You can stream your favorite music and shows on platforms like Netflix, YouTube and Prime Video right from the screen. It’s essentially a spin bike and entertainment hub in one. Without the subscription, users can ride without a schedule and enjoy unlimited profiles, the ability to add and follow friends, earn achievements, use the metrics screen and use the MyAviron companion app.

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In terms of technology, every Aviron Fit bike uses electromagnetic resistance to provide resistance while you ride. Unlike friction-based drag, which relies on physical contact with the flywheel (often leading to wear), EMS uses electromagnetic fields to create drag, resulting in smoother transitions and a virtually silent ride. It also offers a wider range of resistance levels and instant adjustments so you feel more fluid and efficient while you squeeze. The resistance can be controlled via the screen or done automatically depending on the program you’re riding, so you don’t have to deal with knobs while you train.

Setting it up

The Aviron Fit Bike comes pre-assembled, which is great for people like me who have toiled tirelessly over Ikea furniture. I scheduled my delivery and it arrived fully assembled and ready to go.

A pro tip: Know where you want to park your bike before it’s delivered. We had to move our bike after it was delivered and this one heavy. Yes, there are built-in wheels that allow for easy measuring on flat surfaces, but even tilting it to engage the wheels is a two-man job. Please keep this in mind when ordering your bike.

And make sure you have an outlet wherever you’re going to install it. It plugs into your standard outlet, so to avoid trapping it in your home, locate the right spot before you get it there.

Once connected, you simply turn it on, log into your Aviron account and start spinning.

Aviron Fit Bike Review: My Honest Thoughts

What I love

It’s incredibly fun: I don’t work out because I enjoy it – I work out because it’s good for me. That said, this bike makes you want to ride it (at least it did for me). Similar to the rowing machine, its built-in game features are ridiculously fun and far more motivating than the average spin class. You can throw snowballs at yetis, racing cars, or even take on other riders in head-to-head challenges. My favorite is a fishing game where you catch fish and have to pedal to land them in the boat—it’s so silly you don’t even realize you’re sweating until the game is over. I found myself pushing harder, pedaling faster and really looking forward to my next ride just to see if I could beat the previous scores.

I’m not a gamer at heart, but I am do I appreciate some variety in my workouts. On days when I just want to take a quick casual ride, I’ll take one of the scenic rides and pedal through the iconic Norwegian fjords. Or, when I want something more structured, I’ll drive to one of the classes and push myself a little more. All this is done in bulky, 21.5-inch crystal clear HD screen (which is fully adjustable, FYI) for great visuals—much better than having to turn the TV at your local gym. Tl;dr: the membership unlocks something for every mood and is really worth the extra $24/month to keep traditional riding from getting boring.

The feeling of: I wasn’t sure if the EMS based resistance was legit or just a marketing ploy, but after using it, I can say it’s legit. Adding or taking off resistance is never clumsy – there’s no lag time, it just goes. Transitions are smooth and fluid, which makes for a great user experience.

His measurements: One of the most impressive things about the Aviron Fit Bike is how deeply it tracks your performance. The bike captures all the essentials—heart rate, calories burned, resistance levels—but also gives you a complete view of your training history so you can see how far you’ve come (which is super satisfying and motivating!). You also earn badges for what seems like everything: Work out three days in a row? Get a badge. Complete a class? Get a badge. Log two weeks worth of rides? Get a badge. Another fun reason to keep pedaling on days when you’d rather be doing anything but getting on the bike. Also, although I personally don’t use it (simply because I have too many apps as it is), it connects and tracks your measurements through the MyAviron app.

Its small size: I’m impressed by how small the bike’s footprint really is. Considering how big the brand’s rowing machine is—even when you stand up to make room for more space—the Fit Bike is so much smaller and more elegant. Its footprint is only 3.5 feet long and 2 feet wide, which is very convenient for people who live in apartments or who have limited space. And it’s not actually a sore throat. While I have mine in a home gym, I wouldn’t mind keeping it in, say, the corner of my bedroom or office. Bonus points for the built-in wheels, which make it relatively easy to move around if you need to reposition it (though more on that below.)

What I don’t love

Adjusting the seat/steering wheel: I’ve owned the Aviron Fit Bike for two months now and I still can’t figure out how to adjust the seat and handlebars on the bike smoothly. Don’t get me wrong – this box adjusts to suit your height and riding style, but the process isn’t as seamless as you’d like. The knobs are a bit stiff to pull out and getting the seat height right takes more trial and error than it should. Additionally, you have to be strong to fully tighten the knob back into place, otherwise, I’ve found it will rattle and not stay secure. It’s not a deal breaker, but it’s one of those little annoyances that can be hard to figure out, especially if you’re sharing the bike with other family members and intend to customize it a lot.

Its weight: Yes, the wheels help but this thing is solid. It only weighs 138kg but feels a lot heavier for some reason. If you want to move it, be ready to grab a friend to help you. This isn’t the kind of equipment you’ll want to move around often, so make sure you pick the perfect spot before installing it.

Membership Requirement: Without the subscription, you’re basically left with a glorified manual mode that feels pretty lackluster compared to what the full experience offers. While the membership content is undeniably great, it feels a bit disappointing to pay a premium for the bike itself and then have to pay for a monthly fee on top of that. It’s a commitment—financially and otherwise—and not everyone is going to like it.

Final thoughts

With its gamified workouts, endless entertainment options and sharp design, it’s a standout piece of equipment for anyone looking to make cardio less monotonous. It has some quirks, but if you’re someone who struggles to stay motivated or finds traditional workouts a chore, the Aviron Fit Bike delivers on its promise to make exercise really fun. It’s an investment, yes, but for the right person, it’s one that could completely change the way you approach fitness. Just make sure you have the space, the patience for the setup, and the budget to do it.