Treadmills offer a convenient way to improve your fitness level from the comfort of your home.
They’re great for beginners and serious runners alike, allowing for variations in speed and incline.
Treadmills aren’t cheap, so it’s important to choose a durable machine that will help you reach your fitness goals.
Best overall treadmill for running
NordicTrack Commercial 1750 Treadmill
- Max speed: 12 mph (19 kph)
- Max incline: 15%
- Warranty: 10-year frame, 2-year parts, 1-year labor
- Weight capacity: 300 pounds (136 kg)
The NordicTrack Commercial 1750 is a customer favorite because it features a heavy, solid design for a smooth and stable experience.
The treadmill offers a variety of features, including Bluetooth audio, a 14-inch (35.6-cm) touchscreen, and access to unlimited workouts that automatically adjust your speed and incline.
Customers appreciate the belt’s ample running space and thickness, which keeps noise to a minimum. While it’s a heavy-duty machine, the treadmill offers a foldable option for easy storage.
Your purchase includes a 30-day iFit family membership, which allows access to NordicTrack’s library of on-demand workouts. After the free trial, you can continue your membership for $396 per year or $39 per month.
Pros
- has 15% incline and the ability to decline 3%
- variety of live and on-demand classes that automatically adjust the incline and decline
- foldable to save space
Cons
- more expensive than others
- membership and assembly fees cost extra
- heavy
Best luxury treadmill for running
Life Fitness Platinum Club Series+ Treadmill
- Max speed: 12 mph (19 kph)
- Max incline: 15%
- Warranty: lifetime frame and shock absorbers, 10-year parts and motor, 1-year labor, 3-year console
- Weight capacity: 400 pounds (182 kg)
With shock absorbers to minimize impact to your joints, this commercial-grade treadmill brings the luxury of an exclusive gym to the privacy of your home.
The Life Fitness Platinum Club Series+ Treadmill comes equipped with an LCD touchscreen that allows you to stream videos, apps, and interactive courses without needing a subscription.
You’ll also receive a free 3-month subscription to Aaptiv, which gives you access to thousands of classes, with new ones added regularly. After the free trial, the subscription costs $15 per month or $99 annually.
Additional features include an accessory tray and dual water bottle holders.
Pros
- has shock absorbers to minimize impact
- powerful yet quiet motor
- built-in touchscreen
Cons
- expensive
- have to assemble it yourself
- requires separate subscription to stream classes
