I’ve used the elliptical machine, I’ve tried getting into running with Aaptiv, I’ve done jump rope and at home cardio workouts.
Besides getting used to the saddle, I think it’s worth trying out different instructors, difficulty levels, and ride styles before making a decision on whether you enjoy Peloton or not.
In general, I try to force myself to “prove” to myself that I’ll use something before purchasing, and I think it’s worth doing that with Peloton by trying it out first, even if you have to pay for a month long membership to a gym to do so.
Second, I think if weight loss is your main goal and if you enjoy other forms of cardio, such as running, buying a Peloton isn’t worth it.