Both the Sole B74 and Sole B94 Upright Exercise Bikes utilize a smooth and quiet ECB (Eddy Current Brake) magnetic resistance system. Both bikes offer 20 resistance levels with quick-touch controls for easy adjustments and 10 pre-set workout programs for variety, including 6 standard, 2 heart-rate and 2 custom programs. You can use the built-in programs or design your own with the User Defined feature.
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The Sole B94 is the premium model over the B74 exercise bike. Built for more intensive use, the Sole B94 features a heavier flywheel weight compared to the B74 – the B94 has a 26 lb flywheel while the B74 has an 18 lb flywheel. Generally speaking, the heavier the flywheel the more consistent the momentum will be. However, most upright exercise bikes typically feature a lighter flywheel for ease of use, while a heavier flywheel is typically found on spin bikes which are used by more serious cyclists.
Both the Sole B74 and B94 come with an easy-to-use console with a blue backlit LCD screen that displays motivating workout stats as you exercise, including time, speed, distance, calories burned and heart-rate. The screen size however differs between the 2 exercise bikes, with the Sole B94 having a larger screen at 9” compared to the Sole B74’s smaller 7.5” screen.
Sole B74's console with 7.5" LCD screen |
Sole B94's console with 9" LCD screen |
The Sole B74 and B94 Exercise Bikes both feature built-in pulse-grip heart-rate monitors in the handlebars and are also chest-strap heart-rate monitor compatible. The Sole B94 comes with a chest-strap included while you have to provide your own with the B74.
The consoles on both the Sole B74 and B94 include premium features like a built-in fan to keep you cool and an MP3 compatible sound system so you can listen to your favorite music as you cycle. Both also feature a conveniently placed water bottle holder at the base of the console so you can easily keep hydrated as you cycle.
The Sole B74 and Sole B94 exercise bikes both feature a comfortable seat that is fully adjustable, i.e. it adjusts both up/down and fore/aft for a custom fit for different user heights. The over-sized pedals on both bikes are ergonomically designed with a 2 degree inward cant to help reduce strain on feet and knees.
The Sole B74 and Sole B94 exercise bikes are built for long-lasting durability with a strong heavy-duty steel frame. The premium Sole B94 offers a slightly higher user weight capacity than the B74. The B94 allows for users weighing up to 325 lbs while the B74 allows for up to 290 lbs.
Fitness tip: Cycling for just 30 minutes could burn between 207-345 calories for women, or 252-420 calories for men, depending on the intensity of the cycling.
Let’s take a closer look at the differences and similarities in features and specifications in detail of the Sole B74 and Sole B94 to help you decide on which is the best Upright Exercise Bike for you: