The Best Treadmills 2022

Dimensions: 78 x 37.6 x 62.8 inches | Max user capacity: 350 pounds | Speed range: 0.5 to 12 mph | Incline range: 0 to 15%

Amazon Prime Day Competitor Sale: Right now, you can get a Nautilus T616 Treadmill for $999, a savings of $150 off the usual price.

Nautilus is a respected brand that has a wealth of experience making exercise gear. The T616 demonstrates that with a solidly built treadmill that should stand up to many years of use. It has a 3.5 CHP motor and a 20-by-60 inch running path with a StrikeZone cushioning system, which softens impact in front and helps propel your kickoff at the back. All together, it adds up to a quieter mechanism that redirects your body’s force to a more energetic workout. You can take it up to 12 mph and simulate hilly runs with an incline of up to 15%.

The treadmill doesn’t have the sort of large LCD display which appears to be all the rage these days, but the digital controls are large and easy to use—an important feature when you need to make adjustments in the middle of a run. It comes with a wireless heart rate chest strap as well. The system uses Bluetooth to sync with the Nautilus mobile app which includes an “Explore the World” feature—you can go on a virtual jog at dozens of locations around the globe, and the first-person video adapts to your running speed.

Bottom line: The Nautilus T616 hits all the right notes and is consequently very much in demand, which is why it often goes out of stock.

Pros:

• Powerful motor
• Solid build
• Shock-absorbing cushioning system

Cons:

Dimensions: 70 x 34 x 55 inches (Folded: 46 x 34 x 61 inches) | Max user capacity: 300 pounds | Speed range: 0.5 to 10 mph | Incline range: 0 to 10%

Amazon Prime Day Competitor Sale: During Horizon’s savings event, you can get a Horizon Fitness T101 for $649, a savings of $350 off the usual price.

While you can certainly find less expensive treadmills, the Horizon Fitness T101 is the best intersection of price and features. It’s a somewhat small treadmill at just 20-by-55 inches, but it still offers the essential specs that most will probably want. It’s powered by a modest 2.25 CHP motor and offers speeds up to 10 mph and an incline up to 10%. Heart rate is measured through the hand grips, and a small cooling fan helps keep you from melting on hot workout days. There’s an easy-to-use command center console and Bluetooth connectivity that lets you play audio from your phone through built-in speakers. And the treadmill comes with about 30 pre-set workouts programs.

Despite offering all those basics, it still manages to fold up—similar to the way the ProForm SMART Pro 2000 folds up, though perhaps not as efficiently—so it can take up less space when not in use. Still, it’s hard to beat the price tag, especially now that it’s 35% off.

Pros:

• Affordable
• Built-in Bluetooth speakers
• Heart rate sensor

Cons:

• No built-in screen
• Max speed of 10 mph

Dimensions: 77.3 x 35.3 x 59.6 inches | Max user capacity: 300 pounds | Speed range: 0 to 12 mph | Incline range: -3 to 12%

Amazon Prime Day Competitor Sale: Right now you can get a ProForm Smart Pro 2000 for $1,299, a savings of $200 off the usual price.

The ProForm Smart Pro 2000 is a deceptively large treadmill, heavy duty all around and equipped with a generously wide 22-inch running deck. But it doesn’t need to take up a lot of floor space 24/7 because when it’s not in use, the Pro 2000 folds up for a much smaller footprint.

It’s a great choice for dedicated runners thanks to the beefy 3.5 CHP motor, ProForm’s ProShox Cushioning system and the fact that it has both an incline (up to 15%) and a decline (3%). Not a lot of treadmills offer a decline, so your runs can simulate hills better than most.

The console includes an integrated 10-inch LCD display that works with ProForm’s subscription-based iFit service, which delivers streaming, on-demand guided workout sessions. The app can actively control the settings on your treadmill, adjusting speed and incline to match the workout. (Just be warned: The screen is only compatible with the iFit app or can be used in manual mode.) There’s also an included heart rate sensor, cooling fan and integrated Bluetooth speakers.

Pros:

• Wide running deck
• Shock-absorbing cushioning system
• Foldable

Cons:

• Display only compatible with iFit app ($15 to $39 per month)

Dimensions: 69.3 x 31 x 49.2 inches | Max user capacity: 300 pounds | Speed range: 0.5 to 12 mph | Incline range: 0 to 10%

The Echelon Stride is a treadmill with a modern sensibility. It’s equipped with Bluetooth and can be used with your own tablet (there is no built-in screen), and it folds up automatically at the press of a button, after which you can wheel it out of the way into any corner of the room. With its 1.75 CHP motor, it’s not the most powerful treadmill you can find, but the machine manages a top speed of 12 mph and has a maximum incline of 10%.

While you can use the Stride manually, you’ll get the most out of it if you sign up for a membership to Echelon’s on-demand fitness program. You’ll get access to live classes as well as streaming on-demand sessions, and you can compete on the leaderboard with your own social circle of family and friends. While the monthly fee is $40 per month, the price drops to as little as $29 per month if you commit to a two-year plan.

Pros:

• Folds at the push of a button
• Wheels for easy movability

Cons:

• Motor isn’t the most powerful
• No built-in monitor

Dimensions: 49 x 27 x 42 inches | Max user capacity: 265 pounds | Speed range: 0.5 to 7 mph | Incline range: N/A

Amazon Prime Day Sale: During this sale event, you can get a Goplus 2-in-1 Folding Treadmill for 32% off—just $340.

Not everyone has a room dedicated to serving as a full home gym. If space is at a premium, the Goplus 2-in-1 Folding Treadmill does exactly what the name says. The handrail folds down so the entire treadmill folds flat and can be rolled under your bed or sofa.

It’s not especially large; the deck is 16 inches wide and 40 inches long, which makes it easy to store but a little cramped in daily use. And there’s no console on the top of the handrail; the compact and minimalist display, which you can operate with a remote control, is down at your feet. There is a stand for your phone, though, and a Bluetooth speaker.

GoPlus calls this a 2-in-1 treadmill because, with the handrail folded down, you can use it for walking or jogging up to about 2.5 mph. Raise the rails and you can run at a maximum of 7 mph, powered by the modest 2.25 CHP motor.

Pros:

Cons:

• Small deck
• Max speed 7 mph

Dimensions: 78 x 37.6 x 62.8 inches | Max user capacity: 350 pounds | Speed range: 0 to 12 mph | Incline range: -5 to 15%

Amazon Prime Day Competitor Sale: Right now, you can get a Bowflex Treadmill 10 for $1,800, which is $200 off the usual price.

The Bowflex Treadmill 10 is a smart choice for bigger folks looking to get into walking, jogging or running. The deck, which has Comfort Tech cushioning for softer impact, supports a maximum user weight of 350 pounds, which is also at the high end of what many consumer treadmills are equipped to handle.

And one of the best parts? It has an extra large, 22-inch LCD display that you can use to access 26 built-in workout programs to burn calories, run further or get faster. The machine inclines up to 15% and you can vary the speed up to 12 mph.

Pros:

• High weight capacity
• 22-inch touchscreen
• Compatible with different apps

Cons:

Dimensions: 76.5 x 40 x 73 inches | Max user capacity: 300 pounds | Speed range: 0.5 to 12 mph | Incline range: 0 to 40%

If you have the space and the budget, the NordicTrack Commercial X32i is an excellent splurge option. Although this commercial-grade treadmill is pricey, you’re paying for a machine that’s designed to stand up to daily pounding for years with users up to 300 pounds. And it has a 4.25 CHP motor—significantly more powerful than most.

It comes equipped with an upgraded 32-inch LED touchscreen and includes both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, so you can connect it to any of your favorite mobile apps. And with an iFit subscription, you can take advantage of live workouts as well as pre-recorded options from places like Austria and Africa.

Pros:

• Powerful motor
• 32-inch touchscreen
• Compatible with different apps

Cons:

Dimensions: 85 x 39.6 x 70 inches | Max user capacity: 400 pounds | Speed range: 0.5 to 12 mph | Incline range: -5 to 20%

Not unlike the aforementioned Bowflex Treadmill 10, the 22 is capable of supporting bigger walkers and runners thanks to its top-notch build quality, but it also takes things a step further. For instance, the maximum weight capacity increases by a staggering 50 pounds and the incline improves too (there’s five percent more positive incline). But perhaps the biggest feature of this treadmill is the one that immediately catches your eye—the screen. At 22 inches from corner to corner, the massive HD touchscreen display makes guided workouts and entertainment a part of the experience.

If listening to a virtual trainer isn’t your thing, you can instead connect the JRNY app to stream your favorite shows. You can also sync Disney Plus or Netflix to the treadmill, effectively giving you hundreds of options when you’d rather zone out as the miles drag on. The JRNY app is required to access all of the treadmill’s streaming abilities, but it comes with a two-month free trial if you don’t feel like committing right away. And once you’re done working up a sweat, the treadmill folds away to save space.

Pros:

• Overbuilt design supports all shapes and sizes
• Massive HD screen offers Netflix and Disney Plus integration
• Maximum incline improves by five percent over the Bowflex Treadmill 10

Cons:

• Pricey
• JRNY app subscription required

Dimensions: 79.9 x 35.08 x 59.25 inches | Max user capacity: 300 pounds | Speed range: 0 to 12 mph | Incline range: -3 to 12%

Even though Peloton might be the treadmill you think of when it comes to taking classes, the NordicTrack EXP 10i is the treadmill you probably want to use to follow an on-screen trainer. And for a fraction of the price, to boot.

The 10-inch screen that relies on NordicTrack’s excellent iFit app lets you choose from a library of 17,000 or so guided workouts set in beautiful locations across seven continents. You also have access to studio workouts, yoga, cross-training and more. Want to run anywhere on earth? NordicTrack lets you with help from Google Maps. And the workout sessions can take control of the treadmill to dial in the appropriate incline and speed without your manual input. Meanwhile, you can connect your mobile device to the Bluetooth speakers to play your favorite music.

The treadmill itself is built around a 3.5 CHP motor and the belt is padded with NordicTrack’s FlexSelect Cushioning that helps simulate a real running experience while lowering the impact on your joints. You get a range of -3% to 12% incline and 12 mph speed.

Pros:

• 10-inch touchscreen
• Shock-absorbing cushioning

Cons:

• Display only compatible with iFit app ($15 to $39 per month)

Dimensions: 76 x 37 x 64 inches | Max user capacity: 375 pounds | Speed range: 0.5 to 12 mph | Incline range: 0 to 15%

Amazon Prime Day Competitor Sale: The Horizon Fitness 7.8 AT Treadmill is marked down to $2,000 (a 26% savings) for this sale event.

The Horizon Fitness 7.8 AT is built on good bones, like a powerful 4.0 CHP motor and a 500-pound thrust incline motor. It’s also fast and responsive, adjusting speed and incline via user-friendly quick dials on the hand rests that react 33% faster than most other treadmills, making it easier to stay in sync with online classes. It also has a generously large running deck, at 22-by-60 inches.

The treadmill has an integrated 9.3-inch color display for status and controls, and you can add your own tablet for connecting to the workout streaming app of your choice (including Peloton Digital, Zwift and others) without obscuring the view. It includes a Bluetooth chest strap that connects directly to Peloton.

Pros:

• Powerful motor
• Large running deck
• Quick-react hand dials

Cons:

Dimensions: 80 x 33 x 58 inches | Max user capacity: 375 pounds | Speed range: 0.5 to 12 mph | Incline range: 0 to 15%

Amazon Prime Day Competitor Sale: Right now, you can get the Sole F80 Treadmill for $1,700—that’s a 39% discount.

While you can use any treadmill for walking, the Sole F80 is a top pick. It has a wide 22-inch belt that’s double woven with a one-inch cushion flex, so your feet stay comfortable even during longer workouts. Quick adjustment controls on the arm rests make it easy to control the speed and incline while you’re walking. And with a 15% maximum incline, you’re guaranteed to feel the burn, even at lower speeds.

The 9-inch LCD display guides you through 10 pre-programmed workouts, or you can use the integrated tablet holder to catch up on Netflix or your favorite podcast while you walk. Of course, with a top speed level of 12 mph and a 3.5 CHP motor, it’s powerful enough for running or jogging, too.

Pros:

• Wide belt
• Arm rest controls
• 15% max incline

Cons:

Amazon Prime Day Sale: For a limited time, you can get the LifeSpan Fitness Treadmill Desk for $1,800, down from the usual price of $2,000.

Looking for a treadmill desk? Here’s one from Lifespan, and with the on-page Amazon coupon, you can save an additional $100, bringing the price down to $1800. This treadmill desk features an adjustable base, a large desktop surface and Bluetooth capability, so you can sync your devices. Plus, you can connect to LifeSpan’s free app to track your progress over time. We do recommend switching to sneakers whether you’re walking or running on the treadmill.

Dimensions: 50.6 x 5.5 x 22.4 inches | Max user capacity: 220 pounds | Speed range: 0.5 to 6 mph | Incline range: None

Amazon Prime Day Sale: During this sale event, you can get the GoYouth Under Desk Treadmill for $380, down from $470.

Lightweight and easy to use at a moment’s notice, this under-the-desk treadmill suits those in need of a little exercise working permanently (or part-time) from home. Weighing only 50 pounds, the design moves easily from one room to the next thanks to flexible rollers while a 2.25-horsepower motor delivers quiet power should you care to walk in the midst of a long online meeting.

To prevent you from bending over and fumbling under your desk every time you’d like to use the treadmill, GoYouth also supplies a smart remote that controls basic functions like speed and power. A workout app tracks your speed, time, mileage and calories from your phone, and an integrated Bluetooth speaker plays your favorite work-ready tunes or podcasts.

Pros:

• Portable design
• No assembly required
• Control functions from your desk via smart remote

Cons:

• Running belt requires intermittent lubrication

Save 50% on this super-versatile kettlebell that gives you seven weight choices: Dial in 7.7, 12.3, 17.8, 23.7, 29.7, 35.2 or 40 pounds. Want to protect your floor from dings and scratches? It comes with a convenient foot pad.

You can get any old yoga mat for $25, but this premium model is generously oversized—7 x 5 feet—and is plush and thick with 9mm of cushion to soften your workouts. It has a nonstick bottom and is great for yoga, meditation, HIIT and other exercises. When you clip the coupon on the product page, you can get it for $130—that’s 41% off and its lowest price ever.

Rowers offer a tremendous workout, but many common models are bulky and expensive. You can get into the world of at-home rowing with Echanfit’s water rowing machine—it includes six resistance levels and uses real water and impellers for a realistic rowing feel. It can stand up and out of the way when your workout is over, so you don’t have to dedicate a whole room to your exercise gear. Right now you can get this for $370—18% off the usual price.

Save a full third off the usual price of this Schwinn spin bike. It has a quiet magnetic resistance system, 100 adjustable levels and works with the JRNY fitness software, complete with live guided on-screen workouts.

Sportneer’s value-priced treadmills have found their way into our best list in the past, and this folding model is a great way to save space. It also has 64 preset workout routines, a built-in phone charger, Bluetooth speaker and an incline for hill work. Right now it’s just $379, down from $600.

This handy adjustable dumbbell lets you dial in whatever weight you need from 5 pounds to 25 pounds, in simple 5-pound increments. It only takes a moment to select your weight. Comes with a storage tray and is currently $20 (if you click the coupon on the product page).

Want to burn calories while filing your weekly TSP report? Cubii’s under-desk elliptical is a cross between bike pedals and an elliptical machine that fits under your desk. Use this handy, low-profile exerciser throughout the day. Right now it is 24% off, priced at $189.

This smart dumbbell set is almost like working with a personal trainer, but at a fraction of the cost. The built-in sensor monitors every move you make with these dumbbells in hand, with the data recorded in a companion app so you can track your progress. These 2.5 pound weights are portable enough to take anywhere so you don’t have to miss a single workout. Buy now from Amazon at 20% off.

CamelBak water bottles are super popular because they’re easy to carry and keep drinks cold. Instead of resorting to the gym water fountain after a long workout, pick up this highly-rated 32-ounce stainless steel water bottle at a 26% discount. It comes in a wide variety of colors, although stock and pricing may vary.

If a Peloton is out of your price range, opt for the NordicTrack Studio Bike instead—especially now that it’s half-off the original $997 price. It features 22 levels of resistance plus a 7-inch HD touchscreen on which you can track your workouts. A 30-Day iFIT trial membership is included for free, too, so you can access a vast library of on-demand workouts.

Don’t skimp on post-workout recovery. This Flexir muscle massager is portable enough to toss in your gym bag and has a built-in battery that lasts for up to 180 minutes on a single charge. It also features three speed settings and includes three separate attachments so you can give your muscles the attention they need to prevent next-day soreness. Find this massager on sale at 20% off from Best Buy.

Weighted ropes are used by the likes of MMA fighters to build strength and conditioning. They make it possible to tackle a full-body workout without the need for multiple pieces of equipment. Not only can you save floor space by picking up this True Grit battle rope from Best Buy, you can also slash $125 off its original $250 price.

Transform any room into a suitable workout space with this portable rubber fitness mat. This cushioned surface will alleviate pressure from your knees and other joints so you can lunge or lift without any discomfort. Now 24% off at Best Buy, why not pick up a couple?

Believe it or not, you can perform over 100 different exercises with this 10-piece set. Better yet, it comes with a carry bag so you can keep your training going while you’re on the road. Get this streamlined workout kit on sale for $50 less at Dick’s Sporting Goods while supplies last.

The Urevo Under Desk Treadmill folds down to just 55 x 28 x 5 inches, so it can hide under your sofa when it’s not in use. Even so, the tread is 16.5 inches wide and has 12 pre-set HIIT programs built in. Right now, you can save a total of $145 when you click the coupon on the product page.

Here’s another folding treadmill (this model even has a special tool to help you fold it quickly), but this model from Sunny features integrated speakers so you can play music from your phone or tablet—connect your device via USB. Right now, it’s a massive 60% off.

This bundle includes a folding treadmill with incline, an integrated sit-ups rack, abs mat and even a set of dumbbells. Usually, $499, you can snag this bundle that’s especially well suited to folks just starting out in home fitness for $392.

This LifePro treadmill folds up when it’s not in use, but has a 1.75 HP motor, incline and integrated Bluetooth speakers. Be sure to apply the coupon to save $200 at checkout.

Theragun’s massage tools are excellent but often quite pricey. This Mini is the most affordable—and when you take 20% off, hard to resist. It’s small enough to be highly portable and comes with a soft case so you can take it with you.

Save $12 on this yoga mat that has a non-slip surface (essential for those more precarious postures), and also recognizes the importance of cushioning. It’s 6 feet long, so can accommodate most workouts. And there are eight colors to choose from.

ProForm makes superb treadmills, and this T7 is equipped with a 7-inch HD Touchscreen with the ability to stream workouts and classes. You get 30 days of iFIT to try it all out.