Netflix on Peloton: Alpha Testing for Streaming Netflix Video on Peloton Bike, Tread and Row with Peloton Entertainment starting?

It appears Peloton Entertainment will be getting a big upgrade soon, in the form of the ability to stream Netflix videos on the Peloton Bike, Tread, and Row.

Update 2 – As of July 28th, Peloton quietly made an update that hides Netflix from the list of apps, likely in an attempt to prevent this workaround.

Update – Some members are now seeing Netflix in Peloton entertainment, however, others still can access it via the “Apps” section as we describe below.

We have received multiple reports that people recently gained the ability to watch Netflix on their Peloton devices. Note that this is still very early in the process, and likely only in alpha testing, as you can’t access the option via the Peloton Entertainment tab. (Peloton Entertainment first launched a beta in late June with Amazon Prime Video and YouTube TV, although Amazon Prime TV was temporarily removed a few weeks later.)

This method of loading Netflix is showing up for some people even if they don’t have Peloton Entertainment at all. It’s also showing up in Canada, Germany, UK, and Australia (in addition to the US).

You can see a demo of watching Netflix on Peloton here, or embedded below:

As seen in the video, currently, Netflix is not showing up as an option on Peloton Entertainment. Instead, you have to access it via the “Apps” section of your device.

A new "Netflix" app showing up on the Peloton Bike, Tread, and Row for some people.
A new “Netflix” app showing up on the Peloton Bike, Tread, and Row for some people.

Steps to find Netflix on Peloton currently

  1. Tap “Settings” in the Top right of your sreen
  2. Tap “Device Settings” at the bottom of your menu
  3. Tap the “Apps” section of the new page
  4. Scroll and find “Netflix” and tap the app (not everyone will have this)
  5. Click “Open” at the top left
  6. Enjoy Netflix on your Peloton

Again, note that not everyone will have the “Netflix” app listed in their apps.

Watching Netflix on Peloton.
Watching Netflix on Peloton.

One interesting thing to note about watching Netflix on Peloton devices is that currently, the user interface is designed slightly different than the other Peloton Entertainment options. For YouTube TV and Amazon Prime TV, the options to start & stop your class are on a bar across the top of your screen, and your stats (cadence, speed, distance, etc) are in a bar along the bottom of your screen.

However, on Netflix, all the controls and stats are now in a bar along the right side of the screen. Although the layout is slightly different, the functionality is similar to Amazon prime & YouTube TV. You are able to see your stats & metrics as you are doing your workout, and they are recorded.

Controls for Netflix on a Peloton Bike, Tread, or Row.
Controls for Netflix on a Peloton Bike, Tread, or Row.

At the bottom of the screen on Netflix, you have options to control the video screen, lock the screen, view the list of episodes, turn subtitles on and off, and jump to the next episode.

Like other Peloton Entertainment workouts, the completed workouts show up in your profile, and are labeled as an “Entertainment” class – further indication this should be showing up for Peloton Entertainment soon.

Completed Netflix workout on Peloton showing up as "Entertainment".
Completed Netflix workout on Peloton showing up as “Entertainment”.

Note that you might have seen reports previously of people watching Netflix on Peloton, however, this was either by using a built in web browser, or side loading an app onto the device. The downside of this was you could not see your metrics as you took the class, and the class wasn’t recorded to your profile. The Netflix showing up today is a fully integrated experience, just like the other Peloton Entertainment options.

Thanks to Paul in the Run, Lift & Live group and others for the heads-up.

Netflix running on a Peloton bike, coming to Peloton Entertainment soon?
Netflix running on a Peloton bike, coming to Peloton Entertainment soon?

Will you be trying out Netflix on Peloton Entertainment when it launches?


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Chris Lewis is the creator & founder of Pelo Buddy. He purchased his Peloton in 2018, and uses all the different devices: Peloton Bike, Tread, Row, and Guide. He has been involved in the fitness industry for more than a decade - previously co-founding the websites Mud Run Guide & Ninja Guide. You can find him on the leaderboard at #PeloBuddy.

10 Comments

  • Simon says:

    Just did a 43 min run and watched an episode on Netflix.. pretty decent other than Heartrate data is missing. Sure that will be added later just like Lanebreak

  • Stephanie says:

    So what does it mean if I have netflix in my apps but no option to open, just uninstall? Super excited for this feature!

  • Paul Caltagirone says:

    I have the app, but no “open” button when I open the app.

  • Terra Towery says:

    I have this option but my tread constantly shuts down when doing this

  • LaToya says:

    What if I don’t have an open option? Is there a work around?

  • Geebee says:

    I can watch Netflix via the app option in Australia but there are no workout stats showing up while watching.

  • Carol Cochran says:

    Watching Netflix during workout and target metrics goes off halfway during workout. How do I get it back?

  • No1martian says:

    Have same issue anyone have a solution other than exiting out and starting a new session?

  • Kristen says:

    I watched Netflix on the Peloton Bike this afternoon. After about 20 minutes the ride stats on the right side of the screen disappeared. On my home screen it showed the workout was still active, but there was no way for me to access the stats for the ride again.

    Anyone else experience this?

  • NikkiNikz says:

    I tried to do a walk workout on my tread, but it kept registering as a run… Can someone please explain how to change the workout type, while watching Netflix? Thx.

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