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There are options for every budget and running level.
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Being able to hit high mileagewithout leaving your home.
“There isn’t any length of time that is too long or too short for treadmill use.
Overall, it is very easy to understand and operate.
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99% of treadmills do not offer this,” they said.
Our tester described it as being very easy to use.
“You don’t need Bluetooth or wifi.
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However, the buttons are very simple.
Our tester loved the pulse sensors the speed has and described the transaction as very quick.
Our tester said, “it gave you the feeling of being on an actual hike.”
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Even for taller people, the treadmill belt felt comfortable and steady.
Overall, our tester felt the options were fairly simple to use.
“The console is very straightforward and user-friendly.”
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The treadmill was fairly comfortable with good shock absorption, a rarity for compact models, our tester noted.
It has a simple interface with speed options up to 10 MPH and three different incline levels.
We found it was super easy to assemble.
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Plus, for the budget-friendly price, you cant beat this machine.
The treadmill also features a side dial that allows you to quickly and accurately change the speed for sprints.
The left is for incline and the right is for speed.
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We liked how smooth and quick all of its transitions are as it soundlessly adjusts the incline/speed, too.
Its super easy to put away, too.
We found that choosing workouts is very easy.
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Pelton offers multiple classes with different trainers at all levels for walking, hiking, and running.
We like that the Tread will still track your progress, whether you take classes or run by yourself.
Buying Guide
Price: Treadmills can range from $400 to $3500.
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Warranty: Warranties vary by brand and model.
Speed: The treadmills on our list ranged from 0-12 MPH.
She grew up playing sports and rowed at the University of Texas Austin before transferring to New York University.
Testers' family members also took turns walking on the Egofit Walker Pro-M1 Treadmill.PHOTO: Shape / Michael Navarro
To create this list, Shape did a lot of research on the top-rated and best-selling models available.
The team narrowed those options down to the 14 we wanted to test in our lab and at-home.
Our final guide to the best treadmills was based on our in-house tester ratings and quotes.
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