VANSWE RB405 Recumbent Exercise Bike

I assembled this unit yesterday and got my first 30 minute workout on it this morning. Here are my impressions:
Assembly directions are detailed and very accurate. The only issues I had was with bracket for holding the seat unit (item #20) in place. I spent a good bit of time searching through all of the parts thinking either I had misplaced it or it was not included, only to find it bolted in place to the unit. Also had the same issues with the screws to hold the digital screen, already in the back of that piece. As one reviewer has pointed out, getting the two bolts that hold the seat unit in place is a bit of a PITA. I strongly recommend lying down next to the unit to get a full view of the work area. Don't try to do it blindly by feel. Also as noted elsewhere, the bracket attached with two bolts to the front of the unit is meant to serve as a handle to get the unit in place. It is then removed and not used in the actual assembly. They also provide a good bit of extra fastener hardware so you will have a bit of a pile of stuff left over when completed.
My first workout was very positive. I do a lot of road biking and have spent a lot of time in the off season on trainers and stationary bikes. Full disclosure, this unit is for my wife, but I expect to make regular use of it as well. This is my first experience with a recumbent. I found it to be very solid, smooth, and quiet. The tension range seems more than adequate for a good workout. I'm 5'11"/ 150 lbs. Being in a recumbent position will definitely take some getting used to but I expect it may offer less wear and tear on my aging hips.
Areas for improvement: I did connect with Kimomap without any issues. That seems to work pretty well but with a small delay in getting data from the bike to the kinomap display. So when you pick up the cadence, you won't see it reflected on the kinomap disply for 10 seconds or so. Kinomap does show cadence and watts. You get 2 weeks free then it is $12 per month. The manual shows that it can also connect with Zwift. The tray for holding an iPad, etc. would benefit from a wider rim at the bottom.
Also be aware that this unit is heavy. It is maneuverable but takes some effort to get the back end up to move it around. Not a complaint, just a fact.
All in all, highly recommended.
P.S. After using this a few times, I can agree with another reviewer that mentioned how stiff the seat is. I definitely recommend an additional seat cushion. Keep in mind that the on a recumbent, your butt is parked on the seat and carrying most of your weight 100% of the time. There is no getting out of the saddle to give your butt a break as there is on a conventional bike.

This product surprised me. After looking at many different designs, ranging inside and price, I took a shot on this unit. It was on third 1/3 rd. The price of other big name brand products. Acting on the option to send back if I didn't like it, I moved ahead. I had it in a couple of days .
Very easy assembly.....took me 45 minutes to assemble. I'm 260 lbs. 6 foot tall. Not a small guy.
This unit accommodates me and much more.
All the feedback functions work very well. It's simple.
Easy to operate. Very important....it's very smooth during operation. It is not bulky and overwhelming.
Fits in the corner of my family room perfectly.
After having it for over a year now, I love this machine. It has become a part of me that fits like a glove.
Thank you

Could not be happier with this recumbent bike. Firstly, it cost roughly 10-20% of a Peleton and the only significant difference is the Peleton’s built in TV screen, which is generally in a workout room anyway where a TV can be found. And I don’t even think Peleton offers recumbent version. Second, Vanswe is excellent in every way, even after working on it daily for more than a month. Cons: None, and I usually am fairly critical. Pros: 1) assembly was as straightforward as advertised. The instructions are understandable, the illustrations were precise, all the parts fit just right, and even a couple fasteners of each type were included just in case. One part was unused at the end by design, apparently required for security of the product during shipment. 2) it functions exactly as expected. Quiet, smooth, easy to control speed vs resistance. 3) overall quality is amazingly good for the price (or at any price, actually). It is sturdy, solid and attractive. Dollar for dollar I have rarely seen a better product. It exceeds all of my expectations. Wish all the products found online at Amazon or elsewhere were this good.

This is for my senior dad. It was similar to what he used at cardiac rehab and they suggested he get one for home. He uses it a lot and really likes it. We assembled it for him — took 2 people about 3 hours. It wasn’t too difficult to assemble (although one piece wasn’t labeled correctly if I recall) but I guess we figured it out since he’s been using the bike for a few months now. It looks nice, it’s sturdy and it works. It rides smoothly and it’s quiet. I’d recommend it if you’re in the market, no regrets at all.

I am really enjoying this recumbent bike! It replaced an expensive spin bike I had. I’m 5’4” and this bike fits me perfectly, while the spin bike never did, it was too big. On this recumbent bike, I don’t need to move the seat back much at all, it can still go back a lot. Also, my husband uses it comfortably too, and he’s 6’1”. We both find it very comfortable. I did put a small pillow against the back of the seat for lumbar support, but I have an injury there, so many probably wouldn’t need the extra support there. The bike is silent, pedalling is super smooth, the resistance is fine (I just use L4 for 30+ mins). I do like the double handles- under the seat and by the display. It worked. The bars at the seat are tight now and do not have any movement, like you’d expect them to be. So both bars are perfectly tight. The little cup holder is perfect for my bike water bottle and stainless steel one. The display is a bit dim as noted by others, but I can still see it fine. This recumbent doesn’t really take up much more room than my spin bike did, which is rare for a recumbent bike. I am enjoying this so much more than the spin bike! This one is so much more comfortable and as a result, I use it a lot more. My iPad fits great in the holder, even with the case still on. I am very, very pleased with this exercise bike. After having two expensive spin bikes, that I barely used because they hurt so bad, this gives me a great workout while being comfortable on my back and seat.