Treadmill Brands – Variety Abounds

You will no doubt quickly find the number of treadmill brands can be overwhelming. From Nordictrack and Smooth to Sole and Keys, the brand names abound. With each of the different treadmill brands offering different models, prices and quality reports, it can be hard to decipher which one is the perfect fit for a person’s individual workout.

When looking at different brands for purchase, start out by deciding your price range. You’ll find there are treadmill manufacturers that sell models (mostly manual) starting at $100 and others whose offerings climb well into the $4,000 range. If you set a spending limit in advance, the field tends to close a bit making decisions a bit easier to make from there.

Once price is settled upon, begin reviewing the different brands for treadmill features you deem must-have. For example, does a larger tread belt appeal to you? Maybe you’re more interested in warranty, durability reports and options. Whatever the case, knowing what you’re looking for in advance will help further narrow your search for the perfect brand.

After the search has been shaved down to the best brands, start looking at reports from previous consumers and professionals to get a good feel for how various treadmill models perform. You’ll find, however, that what the pros say doesn’t always echo customer reports, so consider recommendations, but use your own judgment as the final decision-maker.

When looking for top of the line brands, a few names will pop up repeatedly in consumer and professional reports. Some of the best reviewed companies include Sole, Smooth and Nordictrack. Many of these companies’ treadmills have shown they can withstand hard workouts and they offer good value for their price and options when compared to the competition.

If quality and a lot of options plus glowing reviews from past customers dictate your purchase, take a look at the top treadmill brands, but be assured many of these models don’t come cheap. Sole’s F83 model, for example, ranks pretty high on all aspects, but can set you back as much as $2,499 unless you find your machine on sale. The Nordictrack line ranges from about $800 to over $4,000 depending on model and features. Shop around, know what you want, and you’re very likely to find exactly what you’re looking for.

About the Author:

Kevin Urban is the editor at TreadmillTalk.com, a popular treadmill consumer reviews guide. Visit the site for Smooth treadmill reviews, comparison charts and the best treadmill buys in 5 different categories.

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