Top Pick: Horizon Fitness T101 Treadmill | $650
Spring is basically here, but that still won’t stop you from working out indoors, at least for a little white. And well, I don’t know if people know this, but some of us don’t have a huge space to get our hearts pumping. Space is a commodity, especially with city living, which means exercise machines have to be as flexible as our schedules. I’ve rounded up the best treadmills that are compact and won’t be an eyesore to the rest of your decor. Let’s get into it!
Best Treadmill Overall: Horizon Fitness T101 Treadmill
With speeds up to 10pmh and an added incline motor, you can run fast and as high as you want. But what’s cool about this pick is you’ll get Bluetooth speakers and a fan for when things get a little sweaty. Heavier folk can get on this baby, as the maximum weight is about 300lbs. And like the rest of the picks, anyone can fold this up and out of the way if your live space is low on... space! I think this is an all-around option that is perfect for immediate fitness needs. Oh, and it’s also on sale, bringing the price down to $650 from its original $1000, so you can save a couple of bucks.
Best Folding Treadmill for Home: XTERRA Fitness TR150 Treadmill Black
The XTERRA Fitness TR150 Folding Treadmill Black features a sleek and durable design and is able to accommodate different stride lengths, depending on your preference. It comes with direct speed buttons and 12 preset speed programs. There are also three manual incline settings allowing for tons of variety.
Note that the assembled weight size is over 100 pounds, so we don’t recommend lifting it to workout but rather pulling it.
Best Treadmill Under $500: Murtisol 2 in 1 Folding Treadmill
The Murtisol 2-in-1 Folding Treadmill is an innovative treadmill designed to meet a variety of your sports needs. When the armrest is folded, it can be used as a jogging machine at a speed of up to 2.5 miles per hour. When the armrest is raised, the running speed can reach up to 7.5 miles per hour. This product features an ultra-quiet motor that makes exercise ideal for a home with multiple people. The Murtisol also comes with a remote control that easily adjust the speed of movement and can stop instantly if needed. Plus, it can be connected to the FitShow Lite app, which monitors your fitness data while you’re exercising.
Best 800W Treadmill: Goplus Folding Treadmill
If what you’re after is the best 800w treadmill, then look no further than the Goplus Folding Treadmill. This treadmill can comfortably support people up to 220lbs, is incredibly easy to fold away, which is great if you’re short on space, and even has a spot to hold a tablet or mobile phone.
Along with all of that, the LED monitor can display your heart rate, your speed, the calories you’ve burned, and even your distance. This is a great treadmill for a fairly good price, and it’s nice to know you’ll be able to put it away when needed too.
Best Treadmill for Walking: WalkingPad Folding Treadmill
You might not be looking for something you can run on, and if that’s the case, grabbing the WalkingPad Folding Treadmill is an excellent shout. It can be folded away to fit in smaller spaces, but when out, can be controlled entirely via a wireless remote, and it can go all the way up to 6 kilometres per hour.
It’s also able to be used by people up to 100kg, and is 57 inches long too, which means even those with a long stride should find themselves comfortably walking on it when they’re used to the movement.
Best Treadmill for Athletes: Bowflex Treadmill 22
Do you work out like a professional athlete? Well, it might be time to add the Bowflex Treadmill 22 to your home gym! This machine comes with an adjustable touchscreen and can go up to 12 mph. The running path is five feet in length and is designed with Comfort Tech™ deck cushioning and a SoftDrop™ folding system to protect your joints. As a bonus, this treadmill has a motorized incline that varies from negative five percent to 20 percent.
Best Treadmill with Incline: Sunny Health & Fitness SF-T7515
The Sunny Health & Fitness SF-T7515 Smart Treadmill comes with everything you need to have a successful workout. It has multiple speed ranges and three countdown modes. Plus, its pulse grip monitors your heart rate.
This product also has built-in speakers, a device holder, and Bluetooth wireless connectivity, so you can easily blast your favorite playlist. And last, but certainly not least, it comes with 12 levels of incline, as well as a quick button auto incline.
This story was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher on 03/10/2021 and updated with new information by Jason Coles on 03/07/2022.