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.