| Manufacturer | Garmin (Tacx) |
| Type | Direct-drive smart trainer |
| Series | Tacx NEO |
| Released | Zwift Cog and Click version: August 2026 |
| Price | £859.99 at Garmin UK for both versions. The Zwift Cog and Click version is listed at $1,099.99 in the US. |
| Predecessor | Tacx NEO 2 |
| Successor | Tacx NEO 3M |
| Versions | Tacx NEO 2T with Shimano/SRAM 9-11 body (T2875.62, cassette not included). Tacx NEO 2T with Zwift Cog and Click (020-00403-00). |
| Weight | 21.5kg |
Specifications and features as at launch.
Summary | Versus Tacx NEO 2 | Specifications | Features | Further reading
Summary
Tacx NEO 2T is a direct-drive smart trainer that measures power and cadence to within 1% with no calibration. It simulates climbs up to 25%, supports sprints up to 2,200W and runs quietly. It lets the bike move left and right as you ride. You can add multidirectional movement with Tacx NEO Motion Plates, £259.99 sold separately. It is sold with a Shimano/SRAM 9-11 cassette body (you supply the cassette) or as a Zwift Ready version with Zwift Cog and Click fitted. It costs £859.99 in both versions at Garmin UK.
Versus Tacx NEO 2
- A new motor design delivers more power at low speeds, which improves the feel on a climb or when accelerating
- Redesigned magnets reduce internal air displacement and vibration for a quieter ride
- Peak torque is 88Nm against 85Nm, and maximum brake force is 260N against 250N
- Pedal stroke analysis works with a wider range of apps, including the Tacx Desktop App on a Windows computer and Edge bike computers
- Available as a Zwift Ready version with Zwift Cog and Click fitted
Specifications
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Maximum power | 2,200W |
| Maximum simulated grade | 25%, with descent simulation when connected to an external power source |
| Power and cadence accuracy | Within 1% |
| Calibration | None needed |
| Maximum torque | 88Nm |
| Maximum brake force | 260N |
| Flywheel | Virtual |
| Mass inertia | Variable up to 125kg / 275.6lb |
| Magnets | 32 neodymium magnets |
| Measured | Speed, cadence, power |
| Works without mains connection | Yes |
| Physical | |
| Dimensions | 575 x 750mm / 22.6 x 29.5in |
| Height | 550mm / 21.7in |
| Weight | 21.5kg / 47.4lb |
| Electrical requirement | 110-240 volts |
| Indicators | 2 LEDs for ANT+ and Bluetooth, and a multicolour LED power indicator, spot on floor |
| Bike compatibility | |
| Suitable cassettes | Shimano/SRAM 9 to 11 speed. Campagnolo (requires special cassette body). SRAM 12 speed/XDR (requires special cassette body). Shimano 12-speed Hyperglide+. Shimano Micro Spline. |
| Cassette | Not included with the Shimano/SRAM 9-11 body version; you supply a cassette of the same type and speed as your bike. The Zwift Ready version has a Zwift Cog fitted, compatible with almost any 8-13 speed drivetrain in Zwift and ROUVY. |
| Suitable axles | Quick release 130mm/135mm x 5mm. Thru-axle end caps 142mm/148mm x 12mm. A 135mm thru-axle adapter set is available separately for bike dimensions outside the industry standard. |
| Gear ratio | Chainring set-up of up to 3 sprockets, adjustable between 22 and 53 teeth per sprocket |
| Connectivity and compatibility | |
| Wireless | ANT+, Bluetooth |
| Control by | Smartphone, tablet, ANT+ bike computers, stand alone, computer via ANT+ antenna |
| Read out on | Smartphone, tablet, bike computer, computer with ANT+ antenna |
| Zwift Cog and Click | Compatible, and offered as a Zwift Ready version |
| Race mode | Yes |
| Apps | Tacx Training app, TrainerRoad, Zwift, Garmin Connect |
| Odometer | Yes, via the Tacx Training app |
| © the5krunner. Link required. | |
Features
Ride feel
- Reduced vibration gives a very quiet ride
- The trainer reacts instantly to speed or incline changes and lets the bike move left and right, following the natural course of your body
- Tacx NEO Motion Plates, sold separately, add more realistic multidirectional movement
- Dynamic inertia compensates for weight, speed and angle of inclination to make the ride feel more realistic
- Road feel makes the trainer vibrate to simulate surfaces such as cobblestone and gravel in the Tacx Training app, Zwift and other compatible apps
- The Tacx Alpine gradient simulator, sold separately, works with the Zwift Ready version for descents down to -10% and virtual steering
Performance
- A powerful motor design delivers more power at low speeds
- 32 integrated neodymium magnets give stability in sprints up to 2,200W
- Climbs up to 25% are simulated
- Race mode gives a fast response in virtual races
- Stand-alone mode simulates a flat road with no power cord needed
Zwift Ready version
- The preinstalled Zwift Cog works with almost any 8-13 speed bike
- Zwift Click gives 24 silent virtual gears and lets you steer, navigate menus and give ride-ons from the handlebars, with an active Zwift membership
- ERG mode workouts still run through compatible devices, including an Edge cycling computer
Apps
- Free Garmin Coach plans set up in Garmin Connect can be completed in the Tacx Training app
- A premium Tacx Training plan adds real courses, virtual group rides and Garmin Connect badges
- Connect to multiple devices at once, so a Garmin bike computer records the ride while an app controls the trainer
Further reading
Related trainers
- Tacx Nēra, the same £859.99 with movement built in
- Tacx NEO 3M, the successor
- Tacx NEO 2, the predecessor
Small things I always use
- Garmin 90-degree charging adapter: Charges your Garmin from any USB-C cable. Essential when travelling. I use one.
- Body Glide: The blue anti-chafe stick swimmers and runners carry. I use it.
- Speedo earplugs: Fewer ear infections and no cold-water dizziness. I use them.
- Dryrobe Advance: My winter changing robe for open-water swims. I use one. A cheaper option is the AONYIYI changing robe.
- Maurten: Race fuel that stays easy on the stomach. I use them.
- Beet It Sport nitrate shots: Beetroot shots I take in the days before a race. I use them.
- Garmin charging puck: The quickest way to top up before a session. I use one.
- Injinji: Toe socks that stop rubbing, so you run more. I use them.
- Ultimate toe protectors: Stop black toenails on long runs. They work. I use them.
- Compressport R2 v2 calf sleeves: My calf sleeves of choice. I use them.
- Cellucor C4: My pre-workout before hard sessions.
- TPU tubes: Schwalbe Aerothan, Tubolito and Pirelli SmarTube. Light, tiny spares. I use all three.
- G8 insoles: Adjustable insoles that are good. I use them.
- Cycplus Cube: A 97g electric pump that gets a road tyre rideable in two minutes. I carry one. 5% off with code THE5KRUNNER.
Watches and sensors
- Polar H10: My daily driver for waking HRV.
- Polar Verity Sense: My backup arm-worn HR sensor.
- Nomad bedside charger: Charges my iPhone and Apple Watch overnight. I use it, and many of their bands.
- Train.Red: The best muscle oxygen sensor I’ve used.
- Tymewear: Accurate heart rate and reliable ventilatory zones. I use it to pace endurance rides over an hour.
- Garmin Forerunner 970: A pro-grade triathlon watch. I use this.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4: My daily smartwatch. No phone needed on rides.
- Garmin Fenix 9 Pro: I’ve just bought one.
On the bike
- Continental GP5000 for everyday riding, and Aero 111 on the front for special occasions.
- Helmets: Specialized S-Works Evade 3 for road riding, and Rudy Project Wing for TT-style races. I use both.
- Ravemen FR300: A front light that mounts under your Garmin or Wahoo. I use one.
- Wahoo TRACKR Radar: I use it on one bike and Varia on the other. They perform the same.
- Garmin Varia RTL515: Radar that warns you of cars from behind. I use this model.
- Wahoo ELEMNT Roam 3: The bike computer that’s easy to use. I use mine on most rides.
- Favero Assioma Pro RS2: Accurate power pedals that swap easily between bikes. I use this model.
Home and indoor training
- NPE Runn: Makes my basic treadmill smart, sending more accurate speed and distance to my watch and Zwift. I use it.
- Google Wifi: Keeps Zwift connected in my pain cave. I use it.
- Apple TV 4K: Zwift on the big screen. I use two.
- Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 2nd gen): My video doorbell, running in both Google Home and Apple Home. I use it.
Health, recovery and sleep
- FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus: Shows how my blood sugar responds to diet.
- hDrop: Measures my sweat loss in summer and indoors.
- Fourth Frontier Zone: Checks my heart under load in hard sessions.
- Oura Ring 5: My partner’s recovery tracker of choice.
- Eight Sleep: A cooling mattress cover my partner and I use nightly.
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