Saris H3 Smart Trainer

Built for riders who care about stability and noise more than the latest features. A 9 kg flywheel and wide legs make it feel planted from the first pedal stroke, which helps when you stand up for hard efforts, and one review measured just 61 dB at 20 mph. Saris rates it at 2,000 watts, 20 percent grades and plus or minus 2 percent accuracy. Budget extra for a cassette, because none comes in the box. Saris also sells it as the H3 Plus, the same trainer with a freehub that takes 12-speed cassettes. The design dates from 2019, so check the current price against newer trainers with Wi-Fi before buying.