Dripex Elliptical Cross Trainer
A practical cross trainer (elliptical cross trainer, magnetic, 16 resistance levels) for low-impact home cardio.
The Best Cross Trainers for Home (UK 2026)
A home cross trainer lets you get low-impact cardio without a gym membership or the weather - a smooth elliptical striding motion that works the whole body and is kind to the joints. Here's what to look for and our top home elliptical picks.
Quick answer
Dripex, JLL, Viavito, MERACH and THERUN make excellent home cross trainers - full standing ellipticals with magnetic resistance, consoles and a range of stride lengths. Prioritise smooth resistance with plenty of levels, a stride that suits your height, and a sturdy frame with a good max user weight. Consider a foldable model if floor space is tight.
What to look for
For a home machine, resistance and smoothness matter most - magnetic resistance with more levels gives a better range as you improve, and a heavier flywheel feels smoother. Check the stride length suits your height, the console shows the metrics you want (and connects to an app if you like), and the frame supports your weight. Factor in the footprint and whether it folds or has transport wheels.
How we pick
We rate home cross trainers on smoothness, resistance range, stride comfort, build, console and value. Every pick is a genuine full elliptical cross trainer for home use.
Our top picks
#1
#2 
MERACH Long Stride Cross Trainer
A practical cross trainer (elliptical cross trainer, magnetic, 16 resistance levels) for low-impact home cardio.
#3 
Dripex Cross Trainer Elliptical
A practical cross trainer (elliptical cross trainer, magnetic resistance) for low-impact home cardio.
#4 
Aeriflo S100 Magnetic Elliptical
A practical cross trainer (elliptical cross trainer, magnetic, 16 resistance levels) for low-impact home cardio.
#5 
Sunny Health & Fitness Smart Air Walker
A practical cross trainer (air walker / glider) for low-impact home cardio.
#6 
Niceday Stair Stepper
A practical cross trainer (stepper / cardio climber) for low-impact home cardio.
#7 
Dripex Cross Trainer
A practical cross trainer (elliptical cross trainer, magnetic, 16 resistance levels) for low-impact home cardio.
#8 
Dripex 3-in-1 Elliptical Cross Trainer
A practical cross trainer (stepper / cardio climber, magnetic resistance) for low-impact home cardio.
#9 
M100 Elliptical Cross Trainer
A practical cross trainer (elliptical cross trainer, magnetic resistance, up to 150kg user weight) for low-impact home cardio.
#10 
MERACH Elliptical Trainer
A practical cross trainer (elliptical cross trainer, magnetic, 16 resistance levels, up to 120kg user weight) for low-impact home cardio.
Frequently asked questions
What should I look for in a home cross trainer?
Look for smooth magnetic resistance with plenty of levels, a stride length that suits your height, a heavier flywheel for smoothness, a sturdy frame with a good max user weight, and a console showing the metrics you want. Consider the footprint, whether it folds, and any app connectivity for tracking workouts.
How much space does a cross trainer need?
A full elliptical needs a clear footprint plus room to move on it - typically a couple of metres of length and space around it. Compact and foldable models save space and often have transport wheels to move them aside. Measure your space and check the machine's dimensions, and consider an under-desk mini if space is very tight.
Bottom line
Our top pick is the Dripex Elliptical Cross Trainer (our score 9.4/10) - A practical cross trainer (elliptical cross trainer, magnetic, 16 resistance levels) for low-impact home cardio..