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Build Quality
Customers generally have positive opinions about the build quality of the Saris H3 Smart Indoor Bike Trainer. Many reviewers describe it as well-built, sturdy, solid, and a premium product. Some customers also appreciate its durability and value for money. However, a small group of purchasers have reported issues with the blue-tooth connectivity to their devices and calibration problems.
Easy Setup
Customers generally find the setup process of the Saris H3 smart indoor bike trainer easy, with some mentioning it's a straightforward installation and quiet operation. However, a few customers have encountered connectivity issues during setup and required additional tools to complete the installation process. Overall, most customers are satisfied with their purchase and enjoy using the trainer with Zwift or other training apps.
Resistance Simulation
Customers have a generally positive opinion about the resistance simulation of the Saris H3 Smart Indoor Bike Trainer. They appreciate its ability to simulate hills, descents, and real-world resistance, making indoor cycling feel more immersive and realistic. Some customers also mentioned that it seamlessly integrates with their favorite training apps for a more personalized workout experience. However, a small group of purchasers noted that the trainer does not support 12-speed cassettes.
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Software Compatibility
Customers have generally positive feedback regarding the software compatibility of the Saris H3 Smart Indoor Bike Trainer, with many mentioning seamless connections to virtual cycling apps like Zwift and Rouvy for a more realistic indoor riding experience. However, some customers have encountered issues with connectivity and customer support.
Quiet Operation
Customers generally praise the quiet operation of the Saris H3 Smart Indoor Bike Trainer, making it perfect for early morning or late-night sessions without disturbing others in the house. However, some mention that it can get loud during coasting or explosive efforts.
Highlights
Quality
Quiet, great resistance, easy to calibrate, slick design.
It seamlessly integrates with all my favorite training apps, and the real-time resistance adjustments mimic the feeling of outd... Read More
Had a hammer 2 for 18 months and destroyed the fly-wheel.
Successfully updated firmware but it never said it was completed.
Price
This trainer has gone up in price since i bought it a year and a half ago and it’s still an incredible value.
It comes with a 45 day free rouvy virtual riding app subscription which i will happily pay about $12 dollars a month to continue.
At this price point it represents a significant value.
It's not inexpensive but it will keep me riding on days that are not weather conducive.
Shipping
Trainer arrived in good time and in good shape.
I finally reached cs by phone, and the person attempted to be helpful, but fundamentally got the facts wrong.
I reached out to saris customer service and they promptly sent me a new dropout spacing at no cost.
I explained the problem and they shipped me a new power supply.
Packaging/appearance
Saris gets kudos for shipping the h3 in all cardboard packaging with zero styrofoam.
My trainer arrived well packed, but once i installed a freewheel and attempted to mount my bike, i realized that none of the ad... Read More
The box it came in was even in perfect condition.
The elite suito was packaged with a ton of styrofoam.
Competitiveness
The experience was vastly superior to my prior trainer.
So i think this (or the h3 plus--same trainer with 12 speed support, and now less expensive than the h3) is a great trainer.
Save your money and get the saris over wahoo.
Noise level is a little higher than my buddy’s system from a different manufacturer.
Overview
- How are reviewers describing this item?
great, quiet, easy and new. - Our engine has profiled the reviewer patterns and has determined that there is minimal deception involved.
- Our engine has discovered that over 90% high quality reviews are present.
- This product had a total of 313 reviews as of our last analysis date on Dec 11 2024.
Helpful InsightsBETA
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
When installing a cassette on the saris h3 the cassette lockring tool and the dropout spacing got stuck
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Update 2 with rainy weather coming to my area ive done my first ride with an app
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Just hope you dont need support
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Update im leaving my initial review up below but now have sorted out setting up my 12 mm through axle bike with the trainer and it appears to operate properly based on a couple of short tests with a trainer app
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
However getting there was very painful
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I finally reached cs by phone and the person attempted to be helpful but fundamentally got the facts wrong
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
As i looked at the adapters it became clear that they all are for wheel on trainers not wheel off trainers like the h3
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I was clear that i have an h3 cs should instead have given me pointers for mounting my bike correctly
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