Smart trainers

Every trainer we’ve tested.

We buy or borrow, ride for weeks, and score on accuracy, noise, road feel and app support — not on who sent us the free unit.

Wahoo KICKR Core 2
Most riders, especially Zwift users
Wahoo KICKR Core 2

Strong accuracy, quiet belt-drive operation, and now WiFi + 10Hz race mode on top of the original Core's reputation. Ships with a Zwift Cog, so it works with nearly any drivetrain out of the box.

Affordable9/10
zwiftdirect drivewifirace mode
JetBlack Victory
Riders who want BikeRadar's top-rated all-rounder at a mid-range price
JetBlack Victory

Independently rated 'best overall' by BikeRadar in 2026 — quiet (65dB), easy setup, and data accuracy that beats its price point. Comes with a Zwift Cog.

Affordable8/10
budget friendlyzwiftdirect drivequiet
Wahoo KICKR V6
Riders who race online often and want the fastest, most reliable data connection
Wahoo KICKR V6

Best-in-class accuracy, every connectivity option available (BT x3, ANT+, WiFi, Ethernet), a 10Hz 'Race Mode', and Wahoo's EasyRamp feature to ease back into resistance after stopping mid-interval.

Expensive8/10
premiumzwiftdirect drivewifirace mode
Van Rysel D500
Riders who've outgrown the D100 but still want Decathlon pricing
Van Rysel D500

More than double the D100's power ceiling (1500W vs 600W), noticeably lighter at 13.6kg, and still comes with the Zwift Cog and Click shifter — all at a price that undercuts Wahoo, JetBlack, and Elite's comparable trainers by €50-150.

Affordable6/10
budget friendlyzwiftdirect drivelightweight