Buying a Rear or Front Wheel Drive Cross Trainer
The quality and build of both styles of the cross trainer will determine how well they perform and how comfortable they are to use. It is best to invest in a robust, high-quality model for frequent use, especially if you want a heavy-duty exercise machine that will last for many years. For light use, there are cheap cross trainers available for beginners that will give a low impact exercise and will tone your upper and lower body.
Bluefin Fitness CURV 2.0 Elliptical Cross Trainer | Home Gym | Exercise Step Machine | Air Walker | Compact | Kinomap | Live Video Streaming | Video Coaching & Training | Black & Grey Silver
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Bluefin Fitness CURV 3.0 Elliptical Cross Trainer | Home Gym | Exercise Step Machine | Air Walker | Long-Stride | LCD Digital Fitness Console | Bluetooth | Smartphone App | Black & Grey Silver
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NordicTrack SpaceSaver SE7i Folding Elliptical Cross Trainer, Grey/Black
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£899.00
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Bluefin Fitness CURV 2.0 Elliptical Cross Trainer | Home Gym | Exercise Step Machine | Air Walker | Compact | Kinomap | Live Video Streaming | Video Coaching & Training | Black & Grey Silver
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JTX Strider-X7: Home Cross Trainer - 16" Stride Length - Touch Screen w/ 21 Programs - 2 YEAR IN-HOME REPAIR WARRANTY
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NordicTrack SpaceSaver SE9i Folding Elliptical Cross Trainer
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£1,599.00
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JTX Tri-Fit: Incline Cross Trainer - 16-20” Adjustable Stride Length - Adjustable Incline - 17 Kg Flywheel - 2 YEAR IN-HOME REPAIR WARRANTY
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£799.00
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Life Fitness E5 Adjustable-Stride Elliptical Cross Trainer with Go Console
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£4,095.00
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Life Fitness E3 Elliptical Cross Trainer with Go Console
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£2,995.00
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TecTake ELLIPTICAL CROSS TRAINER FITNESS EXERCISE STEPPER WITH LCD SCREEN
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£154.99
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JTX Zenith: Elliptical Cross Trainer - Commercial Standard - 21 Inch Stride - 17 Kg Flywheel - Advanced Computer w/Bluetooth - 3 YEAR IN-HOME REPAIR WARRANTY
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£799.00
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Sportstech Crosstrainer for at Home | Elliptical Trainer with Video Events & Multiplayer APP | 24 kg Flywheel | 26 Programmes + HRC | German Quality Brand for Fitness Equipment CX640 Exercise Bike
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£649.00
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Life Fitness E5 Eliliptical Cross Trainer with Track Connect Console
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£4,395.00
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Tunturi Cardio Fit C30 Cross trainer / Elliptical cross trainer - with tablet holder
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£238.23
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JLL® CT300 Home Luxury Elliptical Cross Trainer, 2022 Magnetic Cardio Workout with 8-level Magnetic Resistance, 5.5KG Two Way Flywheel, Console Display with Heart Rate Sensor and Tablet Holder. Silver
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£319.99
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Branx Fitness Magnetic 'X-Fit' Cross Trainer - 14.5 KG Flywheel - 19.5" Stride Length - HRC - Bluetooth - None Slip Adjustable Pedals
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£699.99
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XS Sports CT700 Magnetic Deluxe Elliptical Cross Trainer - 5.5kg 2 way Flywheel, Tablet Holder, Heart Rate Sensors, Computer (Silver)
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£189.99
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Sportstech Premium Cross Trainer for Home Use | Quality German Brand | Video Events & Multiplayer-App & Android-Console | Home Elliptical Trainer LCX800 | 12 Programmes & HRC-Mode | 24Kg Flywheel Mass
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£999.00
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Life Fitness E3 Elliptical Cross Trainer - In Store For You to Try
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£3,295.00
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Sportstech CX2 Cross Trainer- German Quality Brand -Video Events & Multiplayer APP & integrated power generator - Elliptical Trainer with Console & Tablet holder, Elliptical Trainer 27Kg flywheel mass
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Body Sculpture BE1660 Magnetic Elliptical Cross-Trainer | 12 Months Warranty | Adjustable Magnetic Resistance | Hand Pulse Sensors | Smartphone/Tablet Dock | Track Your Progress | More
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£269.99
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Life Fitness E3 Elliptical Cross Trainer with Track Connect Console
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£3,295.00
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Sportstech Cross Trainer - German Quality Brand - with Video Events & Multiplayer APP, 24 KG Flywheel Mass + 22 Training Programs with HRC Function + Tablet Holder
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JLL CT200 Home Elliptical Cross Trainer, 2022 Model, 8 Level Magnetic Resistance, Cardio Workout, 5KG Bi-Directional Flywheel, Console Display with Heart Rate Sensor Black & Red
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£209.99
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XS Sports Luna Pro 2-in1 Elliptical Cross Trainer Exercise Bike-Fitness Cardio Weightloss Workout Machine-With Seat + Pulse Heart Rate Sensors
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£149.99
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XS Sports 2 in 1 Elliptical and Stationary Exercise Bike - Upright Indoor Cycling Cross Trainer Machine - Home Gym Fitness Equipment for Cardio Workout
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Life Fitness Club Series+ Elliptical Cross Trainer DX Console - Titanium
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Life Fitness E1 Elliptical Cross Trainer with Track Connect Console
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Life Fitness E3 Elliptical Cross Trainer with Track Connect Console
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JLL CT500 Elliptical Cross Trainer, 2022 Version Magnetic Resistance, Adjustable Resistance, 7KG Flywheel, Tablet Holder, Bottle Holder, Heart Rate Sensor, 12 Months Warranty
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£489.99
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JLL CT600 PRO Elliptical Cross Trainer, 2022 Electronic Magnetic Resistance, Domestic Use, Elliptical Machine, 5.5KG One Way Flywheel, Console Display with Heart Rate Sensor, Tablet and bottle holder
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£879.99
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Klarfit Orbifit Basic Elliptical Cross Trainer, Elliptical Cross Trainer, Cross Trainer Machine, Adjustable Resistance
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£139.99
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Bowflex Unisex_Adult Max Trainer M3 Ellipticall, Black, standard size
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£1,199.00
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ORBITREK Elite Elliptical Exercise Machine - Fitness & Workout Home Gym Equipment, Adjustable Resistance, Compact Design
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Sportstech Crosstrainer for at Home | Elliptical Trainer with Video Events & Multiplayer APP | 24 kg Flywheel | 26 Programmes + HRC | German Quality Brand for Fitness Equipment CX640 Exercise Bike
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Sportstech Premium Cross Trainer for Home Use | Quality German Brand | Video Events & Multiplayer-App & Android-Console | Home Elliptical Trainer LCX800 | 12 Programmes & HRC-Mode | 24Kg Flywheel Mass
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£999.00
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Star Trac E-CTe E Series Cross Trainer (With Embedded Touchscreen)
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£11,442.00
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Star Trac E-CTi E Series Cross Trainer (With Personal Viewing Screen)
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£9,354.00
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XS Sports Luna Pro 2-in1 Elliptical Cross Trainer Exercise Bike-Fitness Cardio Weightloss Workout Machine-With Seat + Pulse Heart Rate Sensors
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£149.99
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XS Sports 2 in 1 Elliptical and Stationary Exercise Bike - Upright Indoor Cycling Cross Trainer Machine - Home Gym Fitness Equipment for Cardio Workout
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XtremepowerUS Dual Action Elliptical Fan Bike Cross Trainer Air Resistance System Machine Exercise Workout w/LCD Monitor (Dual Action Elliptical)
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£152.33
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Neezee Elliptical Cross Trainer, Upgraded Cross Machine with LCD Monitor - 2 in 1 Exercise Bike Workout Machine Max Weight 265LBS, with Adjustable Magnetic Resistance, Fitness Cardio Workout
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ZELUS 2-1 Cross Trainer Elliptical Machine & Recumbent Exercise Bike, Recumbent Elliptical w Heart Rate Sensors LCD Monitor Adjustable Resistance, Cross Trainer Exercise Machines for Home
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£175.99
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Rear Wheel Cross Trainers
On a rear-drive cross trainer, your body is positioned towards the centre of the machine whereas on a front-drive model you tend to lean forward. Trainers compare this action as resembling an uphill hike with legs tending to move in a steeper like fashion. The difference in style does not mean it will affect your workout in any way as both types of cross trainer provide an excellent way of keeping fit and burning calories.
Elliptical trainers continue to grow in popularity and there are many to choose from on the market. Low price rear-drive models from popular makes such as Body Sculpture, Beny Sports V-Fit, Marcy, York and Reebok start from just over £100. Higher end models from leading fitness brands such as Life Fitness and Precor offer award-winning home versions of popular health club ellipticals. Something like the Life Fitness CSX Club series (X9i) is just over £3000.
Front Wheel Cross Trainers
Front-drive cross-trainers were introduced more recently and due to the location and mechanics of the parts can work out more expensive. Just like the rear-drive cross trainers they exercise muscle groups simultaneously. This provides an intense workout in less time for faster results. Their dual lever action is designed to provide a cardiovascular workout with minimal impact on the joints rather than build muscles.
Brands such as Horizon Fitness, Nordic Track, Fuel Fitness, Bremshey, Vision Fitness and Tunturi produce high-quality cross trainers starting from around £400 going up t0 £3000 depending on what features are available. In the end whichever cross-trainer you go for will be down to your personal preference, fitness requirements and of course budget.
Fortunately, many stockists make it easy to shop by price, brand, best selling and most popular. John Lewis & Partners stock a good range of front and rear drive cross-trainers with a full description and specification for each model. Gym World also stocks a range of high-end commercial cross trainers with installation options available. In addition, they have a good range of combat sports accessories such as boxing gloves, punchbags and martial arts equipment.