Treadmills can be expensive. If you can't afford a luxury commercial grade treadmill, does that mean you have to sacrifice quality?
Not necessarily, which is why we've rated several economy treadmills to find you the best economy buy that still gives youstability, endurance, a good warranty and overall quality.
With that said however, we've found that the quality of treadmills drops substantially once you go under $600, which is why our 3 Best Economy Treadmills range between $600-$1000.
(Lifetime Frame, Lifetime motor, 3 yr parts / electronics, 1 yr in-home labor)
Folding:
Shock assisted folding makes it easy to fold and unfold. Save space and the strain on your back.
High Grade Construction:
Commercial grade, triple-laminated phenolic deck, 2.5" commercial grade rollers (the large size extends the life of the belt and bearings), and heavy unit weight gives solid feel.
(Folding, 2.5 HP motor, 15% elevation, Hand grip pulse monitor, easy to research, affordable, free shipping.)
Summary:
Even if your budget is limited, you don't have to compromise on quality. The Smooth 5.25 is the best treadmill bargain for under $1000.
With a powerful 2.5 HP motor, shock-assisted manual fold, deluxe LCD console, hand grip pulse monitor and a lifetime motor warranty the Smooth 5.25 easily outclasses other treadmills in the economy treadmill market. It feels solid and stable and would be an excellent choice for the walking enthusiast.
Although not recommended for the serious trainer, the Smooth 5.25 is one of the best treadmill values currently on the market right now.
If you like the Nordic Track name and want one of their better treadmills, the Nordic Track 2200R is worth a look. It offers something unique: Reflex Deck cushioning. Reflex decks react twice with each stride. When you step down, the deck flattens to absorb impact, then springs back to its original shape, returning energy to your stride. It has actually rated quite highly with both experts and users.
Other features of the Nordic Track 2200R include a 2.0 CHP motor, 12% incline, iFit compatibility and a 300 lb user weight capacity. While it doesn't offer the solid feel and construction of the Smooth 5.25, if you like the Nordic Track name, the 2200R is one of the best values for your money.
Although it doesn't offer the stability or the high quality construction of the Smooth 5.25, if you like the Reebok name and want one of the better models, check out the Reebok 3500C.
With a 2.0 CHP motor, 10% incline, iFit Compatibility, and EKG™ Grip Pulse System, the value is good. Reebok treadmills are popular with users and the Reebok 3500C would be suitable for the occasional walker.
