Wattbike Atom vs smart trainer+bike – worth upgrading?

I rarely use the Wattbike Hub and the sessions on it, Zwift is my default.

Quick question, what’s the STW view on a second hand Atom X (under 2 days use) for circa £1600 vs a new proton at £795

I’m in two minds on which is the better option

If you will use the TT position of the Atom, get that, otherwise I prefer the form factor and rapid adjustment of the Proton. That Atom X price looks too cheap. It’s £2600 for a reconditioned one on the Wattbike website. I’ll be waiting for a reconditioned Proton to replace my Kickr 3.

Reconditioned Wattbikes

The Wattbike Proton is £1795 – you have missed a 1 off your £795 !! If only they were that cheap.

The Wattbike Proton is £1795 – you have missed a 1 off your £795 !! If only they were that cheap.

yep, if only. I do know they cost 1795. Unbelievably a regular atom has come up 5 mins away for a much better price, so not going for the atom X. I really can’t see a compelling reason to spend more for the X model. Or more for the proton to be fair.

Last update for anyone in the same pickle on STW

i bought a secondhand wattbike Atom via one of the FB ads groups recommended above in this thread, from someone super local, had less than 16 hours use in the last 18 months.

first impressions are it is really quiet and smooth and with all the marked adjustments, it’s easy to swap between riders, its a really good bit of kit.

some super cheap indoor bikes on ebay at the moment as people get buyers remorse for their best laid plans for fitness.