Under Desk Bike Pedal Exerciser, Quiet Magnetic Mini Exercise Bike with MERACH App for Arm, Leg Recovery, Physical Therapy, Smooth Foot Desk Cycle

Several months ago, my wife heard me complain about knee and leg pain from spending too much time in the house not getting enough physical activity; sitting in a recliner all the time is just not good for the legs. As the primary caregiver for an elderly parent, I couldn't leave the house often and found it difficult to find time to exercise. To remedy this, my wife purchased a MERACH Under Desk Bike Pedal Exerciser and gave it to me as a birthday gift. I love the product and thought it was a great idea! The pedal exerciser allows me to watch TV or work on the computer while pedaling; I can burn some calories and keep my legs moving to avoid the knee pain that can come from being too sedentary. Best of all, the product is quiet so you can use it any time of day or night without bothering others in the house. As it turned out, I needed some assistance with a minor product issue; I wrote to the company and a MERACH Customer Service representative named Jessie provided prompt, courteous and professional help to quickly resolve my product issue. Now I use my MERACH Under Desk Bike Pedal Exerciser daily, love it and would recommend this to anyone who wants a bit of exercise without having to leave their home.

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. lol The 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 am a woman in her early 60's. During the spring, summer and fall, I enjoy riding a bicycle outdoors several times a week. My "normal" path is about 10 miles. I tend to pass people riding with children and folks just out for a leisurely ride. I tend to be passed by people wearing jerseys with pockets in the back and lots of logos. On days when I don't ride my bike, I generally take a 3-4 mile walk outdoors. That should give you some idea of my fitness level. I got this pedaler so that I could get a bit of extra activity while I am just sitting on my backside. I've had it for a few days and have used it a couple of times. Here's my take... Assembly is very easy. It is light enough to move around easily yet heavy enough to stay put while using it. The handle makes moving it from room to room very convenient. I only use this machine while seated. I didn't bother with the resistance bands as I want the machine to use while using my hands for other activities. The pedals are not comfortable enough when just wearing socks or bare footed. I wear a pair of Crocs that I don't wear outdoors and they make the pedals comfortable. I did not bother with the pedal straps and have no problem with my feet staying put on the pedals. Using this machine is nowhere near the workout I get from taking my walk or riding a real bicycle but, it does raise my heart rate enough that I start to feel a bit warm while doing it. One would need to have very short legs in order for this to fit under a standard sitting desk and still have enough room for one's legs while using the machine. The pedals are not directly under one's hips when used as they are when riding a typical bicycle. Pedaling on this machine while seated in a chair or sofa is more like riding a recumbent bicycle. The motion is smooth enough that I am able to knit while pedaling. When seated on a stool at a desk intended for standing, I have no problem using a keyboard while pedaling. Overall, this is a nice product. The quality seems decent assuming that it will last. It is certainly better for one's body than just sitting still for hours at a time. It is so quiet that it probably won't bother other people. I'm sure I'll still be passed by those folks in the jerseys with pockets on the back and lots of logos but, at least I don't feel as though I've been a total slug when I spend most of the day knitting.

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.

Great little bicycle exerciser gives a decent workout for elderly couple. Can use it while watching TV. Lightweight with a comfortable carrying handle built into the top which makes it easy to move. Adjustable resistance levels. Smooth, quiet operation. Appreciate the included floor mat and the bungee cord-type arm workout bands. Builds strength and gets the heart going. It's light enough that it can slide on the carpet while in use. The mat helps most of the time. Good product at fair price. Seems well-made.

I just got today & love this thing! I was a bit confused at first & I almost thought about sending it back bc I could not understand why the app would not track my activity. But apparently (per another review I saw here - ty) you connect the bike and click GO under the training tab and it then will track your progress. I sit 10 hrs a day. I try to get up as much as possible hopefully this thing will be a game changer for keeping my legs active and better circulation all around. Can't wait to use it more!! This thing is sturdy, quiet and very easy to assemble. The speed settings and resistance I think can rly work ya while sitting. It's def a great value!

I waited for 6 months before writing a review so that I could really use them and see if they were worth it or not. Long story short: THEY ARE WORTH IT. I work long hours at the computer and have a very sedentary lifestyle. I'm 47 now and a type 2 diabetic (computer, lifestyle) and have always struggled with my weight and activity levels. I WANT to work out, but after a full day of work at the computer I'm just too tired. So when my A1C levels got too high and doctors started talking about putting me on insulin, I decided one day to try out these pedals as a last resort. I'm an artist, not a doctor, but I firmly believe that these saved my life. They are VERY easy to use under the desk, and they are silent and SMOOTH so that there's no frustrating sticky spots or any excuse to not use them. The resistance can also be set really high so that you're forced to use your muscles. So I used them every day at high resistance while sitting at my computer and after 6 months I have lost weight, gained a bunch of muscle in my legs, and as of today the doctors told me that my A1C is back down below 6 and there's no more talk of putting me on insulin. Everyone is different, of course, but these really worked for me and I couldn't be happier. I'll continue to use these every day and I'll update this review if I ever run into problems with them. I full believe that these saved my life.

Pretty easy to put together, not many bolts, comes with a tool, just takes a little patience. After putting it together, I tried using it on my carpet and the “feet” fell of and the machine slides around. I put the “feet” back on and the rubber mat under it and it still slips terribly so I really can’t use it to rate it. It looks and feels like good quality