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Schwinn 411 Compact Elliptical

18 in stride · 16 levels · 53.8 x 24 in footprint

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  • Picked by research, never paid placement
  • Specs checked against maker data

Why we picked it

Apartments and small rooms where a full-size elliptical will not fit, and beginners/intermediates who want a name-brand machine under $700

What to know before you buy

Even the lowest resistance level feels stiff to many users (Garage Gym Reviews rejected it from their budget roundup for this), the LCD is not backlit, there are no built-in programs, and the 18-inch stride is short for users over 6 feet

Key specs

  • 18-inch stride, 16 levels of magnetic resistance
  • Compact 53.8″ L x 24″ W x 62.5″ H footprint (over a foot shorter than the Schwinn 430/470)
  • 300 lb user weight capacity, perimeter-weighted flywheel
  • Bluetooth sync with Schwinn’s Explore the World app and wireless heart-rate strap support
  • Warranty: 10-year frame, 2-year parts, 1-year electronics
  • Shares its Amazon listing with the Schwinn 470 (choose Style: Schwinn 411)

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