Are the extra features on more expensive personal trainers necessary for better training?

Question

Are the extra features on more expensive personal trainers necessary for better training?

Answer 1

It is a much better ride if you have the better trainers.

the handlebar resistance trainer is extremely handy to simulate uphill climbs. That is pretty much the only reason why i would buy a higher end trainer.

there are electronic trainers that can be hooked up to a computer and used like a video game. these can add some element of fun to training inside all winter. i purchased one of these last winter and i use it all the time; its fantastic.