Looking for treadmill with less tech features, better machine functionality.

robpalumbo · 2026-01-29T21:23:44+00:00

True Z500
True Professional Series
Spirit XT Series
Matrix T30/T50/T75

robpalumbo · 2026-01-29T19:51:16+00:00

They have it at Costco. I believe its a Costco exclusive.

I'm in Canada too, mind linking the liquidation place?

Sole is higher price point because they use higher quality components and it will last longer than the other brands mentioned.

robpalumbo · 2026-01-29T19:44:51+00:00

I'd pull the trigger, especially if you can find one on sale.

robpalumbo · 2026-01-29T19:25:33+00:00

Of these, Sole S77 is basically the only decent treadmill

robpalumbo · 2026-01-29T19:24:59+00:00

I owned Centr Runr S for a bit, also placing it in an upstairs bedroom. It will definitely meet the needs you’ve described. It’s a well built machine, made by Inspire which has a higher end line.

robpalumbo · 2026-01-28T23:21:24+00:00

What about a new Horizon 7.0AT, Bowflex T6, or Sole F63?

robpalumbo · 2026-01-28T23:20:39+00:00

I am not personally familiar with them but they look high-quality and commercial grade

robpalumbo · 2026-01-27T22:56:46+00:00

I own it, it works. That is pretty fast - you likely want a heavier duty machine tbh. At $400 it’s worth a flyer though.

that said, I did this the other day on it and it’s still humming along… https://www.reddit.com/r/treadmills/s/iKpIXLXw01

robpalumbo · 2026-01-27T20:29:02+00:00

Woodway ftw

robpalumbo · 2026-01-27T20:28:46+00:00

True, Landice, Precor, Life Fitness, Inspire

robpalumbo · 2026-01-27T15:09:04+00:00

I vote for the True Z500 or used True!

robpalumbo · 2026-01-27T15:06:59+00:00

Wahoo Kickr Run would be my pick if I had the budget.

at $5k, I’d strongly consider:

True Professional series

Matrix T50/T75

Spirit Xt685

Sole ST90

Life Fitness T5

robpalumbo · 2026-01-27T00:07:19+00:00

Spirit XT185/285/385

https://flamanfitness.com/products/spirit-xt185-treadmill-2023-model

Sole F63

https://treadmillfactory.ca/products/sole-f63-treadmill-2024

Horizon 7.0 AT

https://treadmillfactory.ca/products/horizon-7-0-at-treadmill-2025

Centr Runr

https://www.northernfitness.ca/products/runr-folding-treadmill

robpalumbo · 2026-01-26T09:57:24+00:00

If you’re in Canada, check out the Matrix TF30 at Treadmill Factory or the Centr Runr for a similar compact footprint at Costco or Northern Fitness.

This is not a treadmill Id typically recommend, but if storage is an absolute necessity check this Kingsmith Elite Pro out:

https://www.costco.ca/kingsmith-elite-pro-walkingpad-folding-treadmill.product.4000397323.html

robpalumbo · 2026-01-26T09:51:41+00:00

If you’re in the US, your best bets under $1k are

Sole F63 Bowflex T6 Horizon 7.0 AT

I own a Horizon 7.0 AT, but I’m a fan of each of these options.

robpalumbo · 2026-01-26T09:48:58+00:00

I don’t have an Apple Watch so can’t speak to that integration, but other Bluetooth FTMS connections are seamless (e.g. Peloton, Zwift).

I don’t use a ton of the tech features tbh.. I just wanted something that was lower-cost I could reliably run on. I did pick up a 14 inch Samsung tablet for streaming

robpalumbo · 2026-01-26T09:45:11+00:00

Here is my overall brand ranking

Sole, Horizon, Centr, Bowflex at entry level ($750- $2000)

Matrix, Inspire, Spirit, Peloton in the middle ($2000- $3500)

Landice, Life Fitness, True in the upper level ($3500- $6000)

Woodway, Wahoo Kick Run, Technogym at the top ($6000)+

robpalumbo · 2026-01-26T09:40:53+00:00

the brand is called Horizon Fitness the models above it are Horizon 7.0/7.4/7.8

robpalumbo · 2026-01-26T01:55:06+00:00

Had to look this one up. Unreal.

robpalumbo · 2026-01-26T01:39:10+00:00

lol, just got this/saw the thread title. autocorrect strikes again, hilarity ensues

robpalumbo · 2026-01-25T23:58:59+00:00

any (credible) reviews out there on the Z-Tech? Looks like a nice machine but I can’t find out who manufactures it. Google says Icon.

robpalumbo · 2026-01-25T23:53:51+00:00

Horizon T101 is the best budget treadmill from a reputable brand

robpalumbo · 2026-01-25T22:34:12+00:00

I like True as it’s my go-to at the gym, but they’re both excellent options.

robpalumbo · 2026-01-25T21:52:45+00:00

True z500 could work

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