I really shopped around the internet, before deciding on this Recumbent Exercise Bike. I was looking for affordable price %26 features. It was surprisingly easy to assemble %26 the parts actually fit together! (I'm 70 with a bad back, it took 4 hours). Its very quiet %26 watching tv or listening to music while exercising passes the time quickly! The indicator panel is handy %26 has a ledge to hold a cell phone or book. The back %26 seat are a dense foam covered in vinyl. (In my opinion that is a really important "comfort" feature!! My back does not ache while using this!!) Also, its convenient to have handles on either side of the seat AND small handles up front. That gives you some options while exercising. Its so nice to exercise indoors anytime you want! I was walking, which is good exercise, but exercising indoors is safer AND comfortable!! I'm very pleased with this purchase!!