At-a-glance (full review below):
PROS:
- Works well for walking speeds
- Fairly compact, can store vertically
- Remote works well
- Easy to read display (could use units though)
CONS:
- Relatively short length, not great for high-speeds or longer strides
- No option to disable speed change beeps
- Could use rubber pads for storing upright/sideways
—— Full Review ——
Out of the package I was pleased with this walking pad/small treadmill. The design is exactly as advertised and it’s easy to set-up. The manual is okay and does clear-up some of the functions, but it could be better.
I find that, for me, this works well for walking at no more than a medium-fast pace. Since the base is a bit shorter than a typical treadmill, longer strides (such as for a fast-walk or jog) feel awkward and make me concerned about getting too close to the end. This is probably made a bit worse by the lack of grab bars to provide some support and a higher-up reference to the edge of the treadmill. Despite this, it’s pretty enjoyable to use and works very well for getting in some extra activity during work or when watching something on TV. The display is easy to read (though I would have liked the units to be clearly marked) and the remote is very easy to use. There isn’t a way to disable the beeps when pressing remote buttons, so changing the speed can be a bit noisy and annoying.
Storing the product is going to depend on the space you have available. Our couch is just slightly too short to roll the treadmill under so we have it stored vertically in a closet. It does take up a fair bit of space, so make sure you have a plan before you pick this up if you have limited storage space. Since our closet has a hard floor, I also wish that there were some rubber stick-on pads included that I could put on for vertical storage.
Overall, this is a good walking pad/treadmill for getting some indoor exercise. The price ($320 CAD, with an extra $20 coupon available, at time of review) is pretty good given how much full-sized treadmills can cost. If you’re looking for a simple way to burn some extra calories, this is a good choice!