8 Best Under Desk Bikes and Ellipticals, According to Fitness Experts

Not only is this model from DeskCycle a favorite amongst Amazon reviewers, but it performed well in our tests too. We liked how this bike features eight resistance settings so you can readily increase or decrease your difficulty level. You can also adjust the pedal height to work with various office spaces, and we found the DeskCycle 2 to be fairly quiet, so your colleagues won't be disturbed.

In addition to allowing you to cycle both forward and backward, this bike comes with an LCD display that shows you metrics such as calories burned, speed, time and distance. To ensure your foot remains secured against the pedal, all you have to do is adjust the velcro strap and start pedaling. We do caution, however, that this bike doesn't come with a handle, which makes it less portable than other picks.

While this indoor pedal machine may feature fewer bells and whistles than other models, its price tag is hard to compete with. Our pros like that it comes with a little electronic display to show basic stats (time, revolution count, etc.), but best of all you can fold it up into a compact size once you’re done for the day. It also features straps for your feet and an adjustable tension knob so you can choose the right level of activity for you. Reviewers say it is relatively quiet but note that it's less sturdy than other higher-end models, likely due to it being very lightweight at roughly six pounds.

We like this elliptical for its fun pink design that can spice up your office (though you can go with gray or white if pink isn’t your thing). There’s a small digital monitor to keep track of metrics like time, speed, calories and distance while you work out, and you can pick among eight resistance levels by turning the tension knob.

The foot pedals are textured to help prevent slippage while in use, and our experts like that this model comes with a handle so you can move it around easily (though take note that it's around the heavier end at 25 pounds. Plus, it has over 7,600 five-star ratings on Amazon, with many reviewers noting that the model is stable and quiet.

Multitask with this under desk elliptical, which offers eight resistance levels and comes with a display monitor to track your stats. It’s on the expensive end of the spectrum and is one of the heaviest choices on this list, but it has larger foot pedals so you can adjust your motion so it feels the most comfortable for you.

The sturdy model is well-made and quiet. It's also compatible with your Apple Watch or Fitbit so you can track your stats. "Thoughtful design, well engineered, solid construction, a pleasure to use. Large pedals, smooth, quiet. A little pricey but you get what you pay for," one Amazon reviewer said.

A great choice thanks to its 2-in-1 design, this under desk bike allows you to pedal with either your feet or your hands. A surface grip helps the bike stay in place on your desk so you can work your upper body as well as your lower body, and the carry handle makes it easy to move it around if you don't want to keep it at the office.

Like many other under desk bikes, there are eight levels of magnetic resistance and a display that tracks activity. Although it may not be the prettiest, our experts appreciate that it’s fairly affordable in comparison to other models but still well made.

Coming in at 18 pounds, this under desk bike is at a sweet spot where it's not too heavy but substantial enough to feel sturdy. The handle makes it easily portable, and it's available in three different colors too. We like that it comes with resistance bands so you can work your upper body when you’re ready to take a break from your keyboard. You’re also able to pedal with your hands to build up your arm strength. Although the straps are adjustable, they may not be the most intuitive to use.

Tech-savvy colleagues will appreciate this connected under desk elliptical from Cubii. With eight levels of resistance, this device most importantly connects to the Cubii app for wireless fitness tracking via Bluetooth. It's compact and comes with a slip-resistant mat to protect your floors while in use.

Our experts like that this model is quiet, weighs less than 20 pounds and comes with a built-in handle and wheels to easily move it around if needed. It's only available in one color, but we appreciate that the Cubii products are well-made and designed. "I use it under my desk at work all day long and no one can tell," one Amazon reviewer said.

Exercise bike meets desk with this two-in-one solution to maximize your productivity during the workday. Available in white and black, this standing desk exercise bike has eight resistance levels with an adjustable lever to accommodate different heights ranging from 5'1" to 6'2". The design is sturdy and stable, according to Amazon reviewers, and an LCD display tracks metrics like mileage, calories burned and time spent cycling. The bike accommodates up to 300 pounds too.

But take note that the model itself weighs 51 pounds, which can make it difficult to move around and it isn't exactly discreet like a standard under desk bike that can be hidden under your desk. Flexispot has historically performed well for us in tests, with products that are thoughtfully designed for any home office space. "It arrived quickly and was easy to assemble," one Amazon reviewer said. "I really like the size of the desktop on it. Not too big and not too small."