Best Buy Treadmills

Best Buy
$500-$1,000

Smooth 5.65 Treadmill — For a walking treadmill you can't get any better machine in the $1,000 price range. Yes you will find treadmills that are cheaper and may claim to have more features, but overall the Smooth 5.65 is an excellent value when it is selling at $999 (Includes shipping). Be aware that Smooth changes their sales prices weekly. If it is selling for more than $999 wait a week.

The Smooth 5.65 has a 20" wide belt, which really makes a difference over an 18" wide belt. It has one of the better warranties at this price and overall has a good service track record. If you are considering jogging you may want to move up to either their Smooth 6.75 or the Sole F80 Treadmill. Click here for latest prices on the Smooth 5.65 Treadmill.

Best Buys
$1,000 - $1,500

NordicTrack Commercial 1750 Treadmill — The Commercial 1750 includes some very impressive specs for the price. The include a 3.5 HP motor, 60" running surface, premium sound system, 7" color touch screen display and a 5-year parts and 2-year labor warranty. However, what makes the Commercial 1750 a standout is the innovative iFit Live technology.  Your treadmill communicates with the Internet, allowing you to download customized workouts from Jillian Michaels, track your progress online, and simulate running trails around the world while you visualize it thru Google Maps.  The total package makes the Commercial 1750 a winner. Click here to get the latest price on the NordicTrack Commercial 1750.

Sole F80 Treadmill —The Sole F80 has received my "Best Buy" rating for the last three years. There are several reasons. First, the Sole folding treadmills are extremely durable. In fact they are used by the Hilton Hotels for in-room workouts. You're getting a residential treadmill that endures commercial use. Another feature, that is also a statement on the quality, is the industry leading warranty. You get 30 years on the motor, 5 year parts and 2 year service. There is no other treadmill that matches the Sole warranty.

For 2011 he F80 has an extended 20" x 60" treadbelt, weighs a solid 250 lbs., comes with oversized 2.75" rollers, and includes wireless heart rate control. The total package is an excellent value. Click here for latest price on the Sole F80 Treadmill.

Best Buy
$1,500 - $2,000

NordicTrack Elite 9500 PRO Treadmill — New for 2011, the NordicTrack Elite 9500 PRO has it all. It is a heavy duty running machine equipped with some of the most innovative features found on any treadmill. You get iFit Live with the ability to virtually run the world or get personalized workouts with audio coaching. You also have a 10" full color touch display with Internet browser capability. In addition there is a 3.8 HP motor, 22" x 60" running surface, 3" rollers, premium sound system, the ability to decline 3 percent, a fan that adjusts with the speed, and 5-year parts and 2-year labor warranty. This raises the bar on what a cardio machine should be. Click here for the latest prices on the NordicTrack Elite 9500 PRO.

Best Buy
$2,000 - $3,000

Sole F85 Treadmill — Sole offers such excellent value I also gave the F85 the "Best Buy" for the $2,000-$3,000 price range. This model is actually priced at the very bottom of the range at $2,000 (Includes Shipping). In addition to the outstanding warranty, you get a powerful 3.5 hp motor, oversized rollers, premium console and a 22" x 60" treadbelt.

The Sole F85 is designed for serious runners who plan to abuse their treadmill. The features, warranty and company reputation makes this a "Best Buy." Any comparable treadmill will cost at the very least $2,500. Click here for latest prices on the Sole F85 Treadmill.

Best Buy
$3,000 - $4,000

Landice L7 Pro Sports Trainer — Landice has been building some of the most heavy duty treadmills for over 35 years. Their treadmills are renowned for providing commercial grade quality for the home. That is why they back their products with a lifetime warranty (1-year service). The Pro Sports Trainer is one of their best values, receiving numerous best buy reviews. Sold through fitness specialty stores. Click here for more details on the Landice L7 Pro Sports Trainer.