Dripex Elliptical Cross Trainer
A practical cross trainer (elliptical cross trainer, magnetic, 16 resistance levels) for low-impact home cardio.
The Best Magnetic Cross Trainers (UK 2026)
Magnetic resistance is the standard on modern cross trainers for good reason - it's smooth, quiet and adjusts the effort with no friction parts to wear out. Here's what to look for and our top magnetic cross trainer picks.
Quick answer
Most quality home ellipticals - from Dripex, Viavito, MERACH, THERUN and Neezee - use magnetic resistance, giving a smooth, near-silent stride you can fine-tune across multiple levels. Look for plenty of resistance levels for range as you progress, a heavier flywheel for smoothness, and a stride that suits your height. Magnetic machines need little maintenance.
What to look for
With magnetic resistance, the number of levels sets your range - more levels let you go from an easy warm-up to a hard session and keep challenging you as you get fitter. Pair that with a heavier flywheel for a smoother feel, a comfortable stride length, and a console to track your effort. Magnetic systems are quiet and low-maintenance, ideal for home and flats.
How we pick
We rate magnetic cross trainers on smoothness, resistance range, flywheel, stride comfort and value. Every pick is a genuine magnetic-resistance elliptical cross trainer.
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 
THERUN Elliptical Cross Trainer
A practical cross trainer (elliptical cross trainer, magnetic, 16 resistance levels) for low-impact home cardio.
#5 
Aeriflo S100 Magnetic Elliptical
A practical cross trainer (elliptical cross trainer, magnetic, 16 resistance levels) for low-impact home cardio.
#6 
THERUN Cross Trainer
A practical cross trainer (elliptical cross trainer, magnetic, 16 resistance levels) 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.
Frequently asked questions
Is magnetic resistance better on a cross trainer?
For home use, yes - magnetic resistance is smooth, quiet and has no friction pads to wear out, so it needs little maintenance and is pleasant to use, especially in a flat or shared home. It also adjusts precisely across levels. It's the standard on modern quality ellipticals for these reasons.
How many resistance levels do I need?
More levels give you more range to fine-tune intensity and keep progressing. For most people, around 8 levels is plenty to go from easy to challenging, while 16 or more offers finer control and headroom as you get fitter. Match the range to your goals - a wider range future-proofs your training.
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..