Product Comparison: Tacx Neo Smart vs Tacx NEO 2 Smart
General Specifications
About the Product
This premium direct drive trainer is the pinnacle of indoor cycling. On top of immersive features like Road feel, Dynamic Inertia and Descent simulation, this bike trainer is the most silent, realistic and accurate trainer available.
The pinnacle of indoor bike training, the Tacx NEO Smart, is made even better. On top of immersive features like Road feel, Dynamic Inertia and Descent simulation, this new direct drive also features Pedal stroke analysis. It is without question the most silent, realistic and accurate bike trainer available.
Brand
Tacx
Tacx
Model
Neo Smart
NEO 2 Smart
Origin
USA
USA
Key Specs
Trainer Type
Direct Drive
Direct Drive
Resistance Type
Magnetic
Magnetic
Resistance Features
Progressive resistance
Max. power (40 km/h) - 2200 Watt
Сompatibility
2018: Various Shimano, SRAM & Campagnolo cassettes, 2018: Shimano & SRAM: 8 - 11 speed
Shimano & SRAM: 8 - 11 speed, Campagnolo, SRAM XD and XD-R body sold separately
Max. Weight Supported
275.6 lbs.
275.6 lbs.
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Tacx Neo Smart Direct Driver Trainer (without Cassette)
- Best cycling purchase I've made in years. I've owned countless traditional trainers over the past 2 decades and get bored with them after a few rides.
- As realistic as a ride as you can get on a trainer. The 'road feel' software update is amazing, complete with realistic sounds and feel when riding over cobbles and wooden planks.
- This is a great trainer, quiet and smooth. With the right Tacx RLV film, it can supply road feel, same with it when using Zwift.
- I discovered Zwift and training with power meters last Winter and utilizing those paired with a cheap, used mag trainer emerged from my pain cave in Spring in great shape and faster than ever.
- I absolutely love this trainer. It is very very quiet, which is what I wanted since I live in a dorm and dont want to disturb my neighbors when I am riding on Zwift.
Tacx NEO 2 Smart Indoor Trainer
- It feels SO real, even the road surface feature. ( I thought at first the trainer broke when i didn't realize that I was riding on a plank bridge on Zwift! Then I realized it was working perfectly!)
- I’ve had my Neo 2 for more than six months and use it 3x a week. It’s a perfect trainer, IMHO.
- It’s really a pleasure to say this about a product in this day and age. Thanks Tacx...and please keep up the quality, Garmin, as the new owner!
- The road feel is shockingly real. You will not believe it.
- I coudnt ride the Tacx Neo 2 even for 1-2 miles without it loosing all resistance. I saw that the red light was blinking indicating overheating.
Size & Weight
Height
21.7 in.
21.7 in.
Depth
29.5 in.
29.5 in.
Width
22.6 in.
22.6 in.
Weight
47.3 in.
47.3 in.
Features
Frame Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Foldable Design
Yes
Yes
Front Tire Block/Ring
Yes
Yes
Quick Release
Yes
Yes
Accesories Included
Front wheel support, Quick release for road bikes and mountain bikes (5mm)
Front wheel support, Quick release for road bikes and mountain bikes (5mm), Direct drive quick release with adapter set 142x12mm & 148x12mm
Extras
Works with Apple and Android tablet and smartphone, ANT+ and Bluetooth, 32 Neodymium magnets
32 Neodymium magnets, Multicolour LED , Spot on floor, ANT+ and Bluetooth
What customers say about "Features"
Tacx Neo Smart Direct Driver Trainer (without Cassette)
- Since I ride in am around 5.30, the fact that the trainer is so quiet does help. My music probably is louder than my trainer.
- The additional features the Neo adds over the Kickr are, in my opinion, worth it at the price I paid.
- The Neo allows some flex so the bike will rock a little bit I ended up building a rocket plate to allow more movement.
- The setup was very easy, get it out the box connect it via Bluetooth do the software update and start pedaling!!
- Doesn't come with a cassette, and cassette installation was a little finicky.
Tacx NEO 2 Smart Indoor Trainer
- It seamlessly integrates with my Garmin accessories and Zwift. My family appreciates it’s near total silence since most of my trainer sessions are early morning.
- You need to pedal a few times to activate/turn on the Neo, so that MacBook was able to connect via bluetooth. This worked quickly and easily. My Garmin watch also recognized the power/cadence sensor of Tacx.
- I love the power accuracy, silent, and 12 months same as cash with my amazon card.......whats not to love
- Perfect product - works out of the box. Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity and no callibration required.
- Returned it received a second, new not refurbished one, and first ride same thing Overheating warning and it shut down 12 min in. The units body as very hot to the touch.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
2 year(s)
2 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
MSRP
1369.00 $
1399.00 $
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