When it comes to buying a treadmill, everyone wants a top quality machine for a low price.
These Best Buys set the standard for high treadmill value at an extremely low price.
Our picks were based on:
Price
Features
Quality of Construction
Expert Ratings
Consumer Reviews
Stability
Overall Value For Your Dollar
We've listed the top 3 treadmills in 3 price categories: Economy, Mid-Priced and Premium, along with reviews and links to where you can find out more about these treadmills.
1) 2.5 HP motor - this kind of continuous duty motor power is excellent in a treadmill under $1000.
There's also a lifetime motor warranty (along with lifetime frame warranty, 3 year parts& 1 year service). This helps protect your investment and tells you about the quality of the motor.
2) Folding - With a Soft Drop, shock-assisted manual folding design the treadmill is easy to move and fold up. It takes up less space than a conventional treadmill - while saving the strain on your back.
3) 15% Incline - Many economy treadmills will only give you a 10% incline so this is a great feature to have - especially if you want to increase your calorie burn with intervals.
1) 3.0 HP motor is powerful enough to withstand the strain of frequent and/or long workouts.
2) Excellent Warranty - Sole now offers a Lifetime Motor Warranty along with a lifetime warranty on the frame and deck, 5 years on the electronics / belt / rollers and 2 years on service.
This is absolutely thebest treadmill warranty we've found on a mid-priced unit - especially the 2 years on service.
It tells you something about the quality of construction.
1) 5.0 HP Commercial DurX™ Motor is one of the most powerful motors you can find in a treadmill (even commercial treadmills usually only range from 2.5 HP to 3.5 HP)
Plus it comes with a lifetime motor warranty.
2) 400 lb Weight Capacity - One sign of stability on a treadmill is the weight capacity - a higher weight capacity can take more of a beating than a treadmill with a lower weight capacity.
This 400 lb weight capacity is one of the highest in the industry and excellent for runners and experienced athletes.
3) 39 Built In Workouts - You really can't get bored with this treadmill. It includes
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4) Heavier Unit Weight gives Solid, Stable Feel - Sitting at a hefty 210 pounds, the Smooth 5.45 has added stability that gives it a very solid feel. Stability is one of the most important features to have in your treadmill - you don't want one that shakes or wobbles when you use it.
Conclusion:Highly Recommended
While it's not recommended for serious training or frequent running, overall, the 5.45 is an affordable compact, stable treadmill.
Compared to many other treadmills under $1000, we think you get more for your money with this machine.
Buying Tip: Save on store markup and sales tax when you buy the Smooth 5.45 direct from the manufacturer. They even give you free shipping.
The Cushion Flex system was recognized by a leading university as the industry’s best, providing a 40% lower impact than walking or running on asphalt.
A good cushioning system is vital to protect your joints as you workout - and this is easily one of the best cushioning systems on the market.
4) Whisper Deck with Lifetime Warranty
This is a very quiet deck with a lower decibel rating than the standard Phenolic coated treadmill decks. It will give you a very quiet workout.
The deck comes with a lifetime warranty so if you wear it out Sole will replace it. Again, a very nice feature to have, especially if you're a runner.
5) Folding Safety Lock Deck
One of Sole's best treadmill features is the folding double horseshoe frame design that resulted from needing a very stable - yet portable - treadmill frame for Hilton hotels. Once folded and locked it allows you to move the treadmill easily and safely.
While many folding treadmills have to compromise on stability, Sole's folding treadmills have actually received high praise for beingMORE stable than other non-folding treadmills.
Conclusion:Highly Recommended
If you don't necessarily need a folding treadmill, the Sole S73 is very similar in value to the Sole F83 and is $100 less.
However if you want a commercial qualityfolding treadmill that feels extremely stable and strong, the Sole F83 is our pick.
Buying Tip: You can save on the Sole F83 by getting it direct from the Sole manufacturer. They also offer free shipping and $0 sales tax.
- 25 workouts designed by Certified Personal Trainers
- 4 Heart Rate workouts that keep you in your target heart rate zone
- 4 Customizable workouts that you design based on your own personal preferences
- 4 Calorie workouts where you reach your calories burned goal during a workout
burned during a workout
- 1 10K workout
- 1 Marathon workout
Plus it's iFit compatible so if you need even more of a challenge - you can download more workouts from the Internet.
4) High Expert Ratings - The Nordic Track S 3000 was top rated by Runner's World - one of the most knowledgable resources in the fitness industry. It also received several other high ratings from other industry experts.
Conclusion:Highly Recommended
The Nordic Track S 3000 is a massive machine that was built to take a serious beating. It would be perfect for runners and serious athletes who plan on using it frequently and/or for long periods of time.
It gives you one of the strongest motors in industry, tons of workout programs and a solid, stable, commercial feel. If you're looking for a premium commercial grade treadmill, the S3000 is it.
Buying Tip: You can buy the S3000 direct from the Nordic Track Closeout Store. They have a special closeout page where you can save up to $2200 on their treadmills.
