Cybex Arc Trainer Comparison Chart
We have many calls about difference of arc trainers. There are 2 types of arc trainers:
• Lower Body Arc Trainers: 600a, 620a, 750a, 625a, 770a (Click to View Lower Body Arc Trainer Comparison Chart)
• Total Body Arc Trainers: 350a, 360a, 425a, 610a, 630a, 750at, 625at, 770at (Click to View Lower Body Arc Trainer Comparison Chart)
EVERY Lower Body Arc Trainer will feel the same.
EVERY Total body Arc Trainer will feel as other total bodies besides the home models (350a, 360a, 425a). We do not recommend home models if that is what you're used to using these in a gym, as they will feel different. We have had customers who ordered home models, who were used to using commercial, not like the feel of the home models.
So, if you're looking for the best price possible, 600a / 610a will be perfect. They will feel the same as the newer ones. SAME mechanics, same resistance, same incline, just a heavy duty, etc. Since they're remanufactured, same condition.
600a / 610a are older. They are corded. Advantages of newer ones include more console features, more incline levels (750/625/770 have 21, 600/610/620/630 11), but not it's only more increments, not a greater range. Newer ones will look sleeker, and have more in the console like more programs, display readouts,etc. Also, 770at has the extra arms on the side. See the comparison chart below for a sides by side comparison.
Note lower body vs total: TOTAL will be a better workout and work everything from your waste up. All things being equal, I recommend total body. However, lower body is more comfortable for many. We recommend lower body if you're more comfortable with it, as it's nearly as good as total body. One thing to note. We've had people who prefer lower body get total body units, thinking they can us it without grabbing arms. This is possible for short periods of use, though, I do not believe it to be ideal for consistent use as it's not very comfortable, and, the arms get in the way.
Overall, the Arc Trainer is one of the most popular Elliptical like machines we have. It simulates running at very low impact. Feedback on the Arc vs a Life Fitness or Precor Elliptical?
• Lower Step up height and rear entry makes it easier to access the machine
• We have sold to many rehab centers and have gotten the overall feedback that it's the most joint friendly machine. Though to note this is ALWAYS dependent on a person by person basis, as there are people who said the opposite, though, on average, we have gotten this feedback.
| Model | |||||||||||||
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| Stride Length | 24" | 24" | 24" | 24" (61 cm) | 24" | 24" | 24" | 24" | 24" | 24" | 24" (61 cm) | 24" | 24" |
| Shipping Weight | 475 lbs | 475 lbs | 429 lbs | 429 lbs | 429 lbs | 429 lbs | 429 lbs | 400 lbs | 475 lbs | 437 lbs | 429 lbs | 429 lbs | 429 lbs |
| Machine Weight | 370 lbs | 450 lbs | 404 lbs | 412 lbs | 412 lbs | 404 lbs | 404 lbs | 331 lbs | 400 lbs | 412 lbs | 404 lbs | 404 lbs | 404 lbs |
| Dimensions | 81" L x 28.5" W (at base; 38" at upper hand grips) X 60" H | 60" H x 81 L" x W 28.5 in at base; 38 in. at upper hand grips | 77" L x 37" W x 40" H | 76" L x 32" W x 62.5" H | 76" L x 32" W x 62.5" H | 63" H x 77" L x 37" W | 77" L x 37" W x 63" H | 60" H x 70" L x 32" W | 82" L x 30" W x 59" H | 76.25” L x 31” W x 62.5” H | (L x W x H): 76 x 32 x 62.5 in | 63" H x 76" L x 32" W | 76" L x 32" W x 62.5" H |
| Incline Levels | 11 | 11 | 0-20 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 11 | 11 | 0-20 | 21 | 21 | 21 |
| Resistance Range | 101 (0-900 watts) | 15-900 watts | Up to 900 Watts | Up to 900 Watts | Up to 900 Watts | Up to 900 Watts | Up to 900 Watts | 101 Levels | 101 Levels | 101 (Represented by 0-100% in increments of 1). | up to 900 Watts | up to 900 Watts | up to 900 Watts |
| Programs | Manual, Cardio, Hill Climb, Interval, Quickstart, Strength, Weight Loss, Fitness Test, Random, Calorie Goal | Quick Start plus Manual, Weight Loss, Cardio, Interval, Hill and Strength | Quick Start plus Manual, 8 Factory Programs, Heartrate Control, Constant Power, Power Training, Fitness Test, and ability to store 9 custom programs. | Quick Start, Manual, 2 x Weight Loss, 3 x Cardio, 2 x Strength and Heart Rate Control. Programs have 10 levels and control both incline and resistance. | Quick Start, Manual, three Weight Loss, three Cardio, two Strength and Heart Rate Control. Programs have 10 levels and control both incline and resistance. | Quick Start, Weight Loss (3), Cardio (2), Shaping (2), Strength (3), Adaptive Power, Constant Power, and Heart Rate Control | Quick Start, Weight Loss (3), Cardio (2), Shaping (2), Strength (3), Adaptive Power, Constant Power, and Heart Rate Control | Quick Start, Manual, Weight Loss, Cardio, Interval, Hill and Strength | Quick Start, Manual, Hill Interval, Interval, Weight Loss, Cardio and Strength | Quick Start plus Manual, 8 Factory Programs, Heartrate Control, Constant Power, Power Training, Fitness Test, and ability to store 9 custom programs. | Quick Start, Manual, three Weight Loss, three Cardio, two Strength and Heart Rate Control. Programs have 10 levels and control both incline and resistance. | Quick Start, Weight Loss (3), Cardio (2), Shaping (2), Strength (3), Adaptive Power, Constant Power, and Heart Rate Control. | Quick Start, Weight Loss (3), Cardio (2), Shaping (2), Strength (3), Adaptive Power, Constant Power, and Heart Rate Control |
| Max User Weight | 400 lbs | 300 lbs | 400 lbs | 400 lbs | 400 lbs | 400 lbs | 400 lbs | 400 lbs | 400 lbs | 400 lbs | 400 lbs | 400 lbs | 400 lbs |
| Heart Rate Monitoring | Contact and Wireless Compatibility (Chest Strap Not Included) | Contact and Wireless Capabilities | Contact and wireless. HR light indicator is multi colored with different color light for specific target heart rate zones | Contact and wireless. HR light indicator is multi colored with different color light for specific target heart rate zones | Contact and Polar Wireless | Contact and Polar Wireless | Contact and Wireless Capability (Chest Strap Not Included) | Built in wireless heart rate receiver and contact heart rate monitoring | Built-in wireless heart rate receiver (transmitter not included) and contact heart rate monitoring. | Contact and wireless. HR light indicator is multi colored with different color light for specific target heart rate zones | Contact and wireless | Contact and Polar Wireless | |
| Connectivity | Made for iPod, Works with iPhone | Made for iPod, Works with iPhone | Made for iPod, Works with iPhone | Made for iPod, Works with iPhone | |||||||||
| Convenience Featured | Ergonomic Console for water, books, etc | Water Bottle Holder, Magazine Rack, and Utility Tray | Split level display with magazine rack. Centrally located water bottle holder and dual utility trays. | Split level display with magazine rack. Centrally located water bottle holder and dual utility trays. | Made for iPod, Works with iPhone | Made for iPod, Works with iPhone | Water Bottle Holder, Magazine Rack, and Utility Tray | Accessory Tray, Built-in Reading Rack, and Water Bottle Holder | Split level display with magazine rack. Centrally located water bottle holder and dual utility trays. | Split level display with magazine rack. Water bottle holder, dual utility tray, and dual speed fan. | Split level display with magazine rack. Water bottle holder, dual utility tray, and dual speed fan | ||
| Power | 3-Prong Plug, 120V AC, 50-60 Hz, 20 Amps | Available as self powered or in optional AC form in standard voltage/plug configurations. | Battery/Self Powered | AC Adapter Required | Self powered, AC adapted version also available | AC Adapter Required | Plug In | Plug In | Battery/Self Powered | Battery/Self Powered | Battery/Self Powered | AC Powered: 115V, 208-220V, 230V | |
| TV | Yes | Yes | Optional | ||||||||||
| Stationary Side Handles | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |||||||||
| Manufacturer Year | 2003 to 2005 | 2006 to 2008 | 2008 to 2011 | 2012 to 2016 | 2012 to 2016 | 2012 to 2016 | 2012 to 2016 | 2003 to 2005 | 2006 to 2008 | 2008 to 2011 | 2012 to 2016 | 2012 to 2016 | 2012 to 2016 |
