Under Desk Bike Pedal Exerciser, Quiet Magnetic Mini Exercise Bike with MERACH App for Arm, Leg Recovery, Physical Therapy, Smooth Foot Desk Cycle with 2 Resistance Bands & Non-Slip Mat

If you're on the fence about getting this - do it! Buy and use it, you will not regret it.I am morbidly obese, and also have a sedentary lifestyle (work from home). Adding more to the equation... I have big feet (they get in the way sometimes!). AND where I want to sit and peddle is a small space in my bedroom office, under a small desk. I've been thinking about getting something like this for a while... but skeptical on its effectiveness (really? my discipline to actually do it).I was able to put it together in under 30 mins (probably would have gone faster, but I was watching a church program too). Its easy! However, I can see where an elderly person or someone with not a lot of arm strength might need assistance. After getting it done, I was peddling at the dining room table while finishing the church mtg - and I love it!Its super quiet and very smooth. I played around with the resistance too... preferring mid-range (side note, I can see where a remote would be cool to change it while peddling, but that's a higher-end model and really not a big deal).Now, don't judge...within 5 mins my heart rate was up and I really felt like I was working out - which is great! I could feel a slight burn in my legs, so I know I was doing my body good. All while comfortably sitting at my dining room table. No need to put on anything special... no difficult-to-impossible or hurtful moves... just smooth peddling at a rate that felt good. Full disclosure, I was peddling bare foot with no issues whatsoever. Oh, and the thing didn't budge on my hard wood floor...stayed put while I peddled away. No pad needed either.I've moved it to under my desk (pic attached)... yes, its a tight fit and I do have to sit back just a bit from my desk so that my knees are clear (but not much). Also, my rolling desk chair isn't ideal... I have to hold the desk to keep from pushing myself back, again not a big deal... works my arms. ;-) The peddling motion is smooth & quiet... could easily do this while on the phone or in a meeting, if my slightly flushed face didn't give me away. lolThe plastic straps on the peddles... I don't need them. And with shoes on? Its a struggle to get my feet in. Peddling without straps is super easy... not really needed and can be easily removed.Feels very sturdy, like it should last a good time... I really hope so. Definitely a great purchase!

I have a medical condition that requires me to start out with recumbent exercises. This little gem is perfect. It’s smooth pedaling. The tension settings are easy to adjust and effective. I love it. I play games on my phone or watch tv while getting my cardio in! I’d even say it’s fun! The value for money was with every penny. I love how light it is and easy to move around. I love that it came with a nonslip mat. It was easy to put together.

The unit's box was inside a larger box, with no protective packaing materials keeping it safe. I would assume that is the person from amazon that is responsible. Inside the large box: Really WAY TOO much PACKING TAPE around the unit inside the box. I had a heck of a time getting it out of the box and taking it apart. Not necessary for all that tape. Once I finally got it out, it had to be assembled. It was pretty easy. Couple of long bolts to attach the front and rear brace. tretch cords just clipped on to the front brace. Batteries were a little difficult. There was no indent to put your finger nail, etc. and pop up the display. BE CAREFUL!!! the display comes up, but do it gently as there are wires attached to inside of unit and they don't have alot of play. so far, so good. I can adjust the strength from really low to high. It won't be able to work under say a work desk. It will not be high enough for you to "bicycle" But it is fine for me sitting in my chair watching tv at home.

THIS is the one! I wish I could give six stars. I read reviews for all of the under desk peddlers and chose this one because it has the best reviews. I absolutely love it. I highly recommend this peddler. I purchased this after rupturing my ACL. My physical therapist recommended cycling as part of my rehab. I see myself using this long term to increase my physical activity while I am working at my desk.It is sturdy with zero rocking, shifting, or movement while peddling. You can peddle forward and backwards with smooth movements in both directions. There is a wide range on the adjustable tension. It is a hard workout on the highest setting. It is super quiet and appropriate for a shared office at work. Works great under my desk allowing me to pedal while typing.There are a few downsides. It is solid, which makes it heavy. I was still able to carry it 1/4 mile from the parking garage at work to my office. You have to screw the base and pedals on. It wasn’t hard to do, but still an extra step. It doesn’t work well if you are using it while sitting in an office chair with wheels. This isn’t the fault of the peddler, but I had to adapt. I ordered some coasters to put under the wheels to keep my chair in one place. None of these issues should deter anyone from purchasing the peddler. I 100% recommend.

This is not anti-slip as indicated. It will slip whether using the mat or not. Otherwise, I like the machine. Gives the legs and knees a good workout.

Well built and good features for this type of bike, the only issue is not so much with the equipment but the need to keep it from sliding forward. The mat should work good on wooded floors, we currently are using it on carpet so had to prop up ottoman which is a simple solution. If one sits on a higher chair not a sofa like we have it should work without any sliding. Worth the effort because of convenience to get blood flowing while binge watching in any room.

The length of the arm on pedal is very short.

It's very easy to pick up and move around as its fairly lightweight. When used in combination with the included resistance bands, I found it very easy to use even whilst sitting in my wheeled computer chair. I've been using it nearly every day for about 30 minutes - 1 hour for the past 2 and a half weeks and have had no issues. I am very happy with it.