Sunny Health & Fitness Elite Recumbent Cross Trainer & Elliptical Machine with Arm Exercisers for Home Arm/Leg Training, Easy Adjust Seat & Mesh Backrest, Free SunnyFit App Bluetooth Connectivity

I have looked at this Sunny exercise elliptical bike many times, read reviews, watched videos, read the specs, and thought about it over and over. I don't like to buy something without being as sure as I can be that I will really use it and that it's the right version of whatever it is for me. I have a Sunny spin bike (SF-B1110) and it's very well built and operates really great IMO. For that reason, I didn't hesitate to consider this Sunny equipment now. I took a bad fall off of our deck almost two years ago and could hardly walk for months. Slowly I was moving more and now I'm moving pretty good but I still have trouble and lose my footing sometimes. I cannot get my leg up to step over the bar to get on the spin bike now. I need a step and still it's hard. Also, sitting in that position is hard on my back (after falling), so that is when I started thinking about this recumbent elliptical bike. In my mind it made sense that being able to sit with a backrest was what I needed right now. I really need a way to move enough to get my heart rate up and burn some calories and I thought that having the arm action would really help too. I finally went ahead and ordered one after looking at it on Amazon and the Sunny Health site for months. I'm so glad that I did. First, the box is big and heavy so unless you are the Hulk, I don't recommend trying to move it yourself. My husband and I managed to get it into the house (up four steps) and slid it into the house. Unpacking the box took about an hour. We opened the bottom of the box (long end), bent the flap back and then stood the box on that long end so that we could lift the box off of the equipment. It slid up easily and proved to be what I think is the best way to open the box. Next I spent time unpacking the various components which were nicely fit into styrofoam and taped on the outside so that nothing spilled out. It took a bit of time but I'm glad everything was packaged so well. That was enough for one day though! Yesterday my husband and I assembled the elliptical bike in the room it would be used it so I carried parts from the main room to that room and got a bit of a workout again. The heaviest component is the frame but I was able to move it myself. I think the instructions were good. The diagrams were a bit small for my eyes but that's what reading glasses are for. It looks complicated with all of the little parts and lines and labeling but if you read the instruction carefully and then look at the corresponding diagram, it will make sense. We worked our way through it one step at a time and didn't try to jump ahead when it was obvious that this should go here or that should go there. We waited until instructed because I didn't want to get ahead and then have to undo something. Getting the long axel into place (the part that the handles attach to, was a little tricky but there's a glob of grease in the tube and with a few little taps on one end the axel slid through pretty easily. Overall, I think this equipment is very well designed and made, and documented. It would definitely be harder for one person to build but that is possible. Working together it took my husband and I about 2 hours to assemble, a little less. We took our time to make sure we got it right. BTW, it's not as long as I was expecting which is nice. One reason I hesitated is I thought the footprint would be bigger and that it would be this bulky monster of a thing. it's not at all and that is a pleasant realization. Even with my achiness, I lifted it using the handle on the bottom of the frame at the back and rolled it around to position it differently from where it started out. It's heavy but I did fine. Using the elliptical bike is a breeze. Just make sure you know how to slide the slide the seat forward/backward, step through the frame and sit down. Set your feet on the pedals to see if you need to adjust the seat, move it if needed and the go. It doesn't need to be plugged in to use however, if you want to use any of the programs or you just want to change the pedal tension, you'll need to plug it in. The plug goes into the front of the frame and then you plug it into a wall outlet. We have Maine Coon cats that like to chew on some things so, because the cord is one of those thin ones, I don't leave it plugged in. When I'm done, I unplug from the wall and machine and put it up where the cats won't get at it. I have not tired any of the programs yet, I'm still getting used to using it and working up to doing it more (don't want to overdo to start because of my injury). I expect that I will really like this machine over time and will use it daily and I'm hoping it will help get my legs stronger and back to walking better. The arm exercise will be great too. If you are thinking about this equipment and it appeals to you, I say give it a try. The only thing is, if you change your mind you'll probably have to sell it locally because you'll never take it apart and put it back in the box! Haha!

We've had it for a month now and quite impressed. Assembly was nothing special, not bad if you just follow the instructions step by step...and have a helper. Just leave the bolts in the coded blister pack until you need it/them. If you have them, use your own metric tools and you'll be happier. W/my sons help we had it together in 20-25 minutes but I would also say we are ranchers = tool guys. I am impressed by the quality, apparent sturdiness and fitting of the parts as well of lack of noise. It fits my 6'' 4", 34" inseam 310 lb. body with a few inches of room to spare on the seat rail while my 5' 2" wife loves it too. The only dings I can give it is the pulse meter is extremely sensitive to hand placement on the grips - if you're only a tiny fraction of an inch off the perfect grip it will give erratic or no readings and the usage/programming part of the manual could be better to get you started but will clear up fast with a little experimentation. Finally, the seat is well built and relatively comfortable but it sits flat and would stop some squirming/sliding around if it was slightly angled higher in the front helping to lock you into the rear seat pocket. Has really helped me with the bursitis in my hip!

I’m at an age now where going to a gym with annoying young people isn’t my bag anymore. I want the convenience of working out at home and I only need a bike, a bench and some dumbbells. When I got the box it took two guys to move it, it’s heavy. I wrestled it on to my hand truck and got it to the room I’m using it in. Do bear in mind before you order, it is big, heavy and hard to move until you assemble it and then it rolls easily. I’m amazed it didn’t have any damage considering the box looked like it had been through a war. The styrofoam was also pulverized in some places. But the box and the styrofoam did its job, not a scratch on the bike itself, very impressive. Putting it together isn’t that bad. It took me about an hour and a 1/2, I went slow and took my time. I only had one misfire but other than that it went together pretty easily. I'd recommend only hand tightening everything until you're sure everything works then go through and do a final tightening. The quality is quite good considering the price. The overall construction uses a LOT of metal and is very solid feeling. The look is midrange which is fine for me. My only complaint about build quality is some of the drilled holes left the plastic shavings inside. Then they added the grease on top of that. The work needed to clean it out and then reapply the grease seemed way too much effort so the plastic shavings are staying in there. I do think it adds a bit of resistance but it’s not particularly noticeable. The screen isn't premium and if there's one place they cut corners it's the control screen, but it works. In use it’s great. It feels about 80% as good as a professional gym recumbent bike, This is quite good given that those gym bikes cost 5 or 6 times as much as this one, maybe more. It’s extremely quiet and I think you could literally use it right next to someone who is sleeping and cause almost no disturbance. I don’t think I’d get this bike for hardcore workouts. The pedal distance is not very long and if you try to really get this thing going hard you will find it has limits. It’s ideal for people who want to get into a low-impact cardio range and stay there without trying to pretend they are climbing Everest. If putting things together isn’t your thing you’d be well served to pay for assembly. I don’t think I’d use Amazon’s service, the people they send aren’t always the best. I clipped off a star because their warranty length is quite short.

Update 10/21/2024: I have now been using this for 2.5 months and everything is going just as well as my first review. This still rides very smooth and quiet. I have played around with all the different levels and tension, many I would never be able to do as the tension can get very tough. Since I first started using this I have been able to ride longer, faster and with more tension with the arms and legs as well. I continue to gain strength and lose weight which is a huge plus. Between my husband and I, this gets used about 2 hours a day. I actually look forward to using this everyday. Still very happy with my choice. I have been wanting this Recumbent Cross Trainer for over a year, but kept searching all the options out there for similar products, going back and fourth reading all the reviews. I knew this is what I wanted and needed. I need to have double knee replacements, should have done years ago, and now I can't walk without a cane, and even with one, my knee sometimes goes out, therefore, I can't get out much, which results in the lack of exercise I need. I wanted this mostly for the arm exerciser because I wasn't sure I could use the pedals without causing more damage to my knees. However, I figured it would be worth it since I knew my husband would use both the pedals and arms. This arrived in perfect condition. Very well packaged. All parts were labeled well, and the instructions were easy to follow. My husband watched the online video on assembly before opening the package. Took him 2 hours to complete by himself. He had no issues, all parts were accounted for and assembled easily. Everything works perfectly. It is very quiet and smooth. I was able to download the Sunnyfit app and connect to bluetooth with no problems. The seat is quite comfortable and easy to adjust forward or back. The screen is simple enough to use. Easy to change programs and levels for what tension you want. This is exactly as described. I've been using this for an hour every day for the past 10 days, and couldn't be happier. The best part is, I found I can also use the pedals without pain to my knees, although going slow with little tension for my knees as a precaution. My husband is 6.1, I am 5.8 both in our 60's, (actually, I'm 59 but close enough) and we both use it comfortably. Very pleased with my choice, and after only using this for 10 days I've already noticed improvement in my strength and losing those extra pounds have been a blessing.

It took 2 people 2 hours to assemble it. The bike exercise equipment is perfect. It works great. I started out at level 1 and eventually I hope to work up to higher levels soon. I especially like the feature that checks my pulse just by touching the buttons on the seat. I have heart issues and this equipment is cardio friendly and very much like the equipment that I used at the hospital out patient clinic. It’s well constructed and quiet. Very sturdy and compact. It looks attractive in its area. Money well spent!

I gave this 5 stars and I hope to get lots of use on this machine. I purchased this machine because we live in a very rural area, over 30 miles to the nearest gym. I am (trying) to recover from a couple of injuries and traveling to PT 3 times a week just isn't enough. Plan your space-this is a large machine so you will need a bit of floor space for placement. It weights a ton!! We had to unbox in the drive and carry in the pieces because my husband and I weren't able to manage the package (we are on the older side). It's not easy to move around, so make sure you assemble right where you want it. It took a couple of hours to assemble, the directions are detailed and concise and illustrations are provided. If you are not good at following directions, you will have problems with assembly. I purchased the model with cable tension (not the electromagnetic) because I wanted a quiet workout. It is absolutely the quietest thing ever...I was so surprised at how smooth this machine is. It is easy (and safe) to get on and off (a big plus for older folks) and the velcro straps are perfect for keeping feet in place while pedaling (if you need that feature). The seat adjusts easily, it's very comfortable to sit on for the duration of your workout. It is a very stable ride. The machine is rated for 300 Lbs and since we are no where near that mark, I can't say how secure a very heavy rider might feel on the machine but by the looks of it, I think it would work very well. The tension adjustment range is just fine for us. The computer is probably more than I need. It automatically shows all that I care about, so I didn't bother to read up on how to customize. So far, I am very happy with this machine, it is perfect if you have the floor space and an excellent choice for older adults who may have some mobility limitations. I am so glad that I didn't select a less expensive, fold-up model.

I'm very happy with my purchase of the Sunny Health Recumbent Cross Trainer. It is definitely worth what I paid. It offers upper and lower body workouts, several different adjustable resistance levels all with a electronic display that shows riding time, distance traveled, your current pulse rate when you hold the lower side handles and more. It also features a cup holder so you can stay hydrated while working out and an adjustable seat for your comfort no matter your height. And also has wheels at the front of the bike making it easy to move about wherever you feel necessary. I feel it's a good quality bike with good solid materials to last a long time.

Excellent packaging. Lots of assembly required. All necessary tools are included, but use your own tools (metric) if you have them. The tools supplied are sometimes a bit awkward to use. Assembly was easy given the detailed instructions and well organized hardware, except for attaching the seat bar to the frame. The bolt holes did not line up well enough to get the bolts started. Customer support suggested prying into alignment using a screwdriver and/or flipping the seat bar, to no avail. Finally was able to gain sufficient alignment using two bar clamps and prying with the screwdriver. Customer service refused to acknowledge the need for the clamps so as to cover up the apparent manufacturing (or design) defect. Once together, the machine felt sturdy and operated smoothly. The display is hard to see without perfect lighting and viewing angle. User settings are not saved, so you have to re-enter your age and such each time you start an exercise session. The heart rate sensor works only with sufficiently damp hands and are located on the fixed handles rather than the exercise handles. I was hoping that my wife and I could use the machine to stay in shape, but the stride is too long for her. A shorter crank arm option would have been useful. The user interface, although functional, is a good 20 years behind the times.