Weslo Momentum 630 Elliptical Trainer Review & Rating

It’s small and rather cute…kind of like a toy elliptical trainer that hopes to grow up and become a real one someday. Yet, the Weslo Momentum 630 elliptical trainer is actually a real machine that is intended to be used by grownup humans.

The Momentum 630 is definitely not one of the better products made by Icon Fitness. A slight step above the Weslo Momentum 620 model, this elliptical trainer has only one thing going for it! It’s very affordable!

The low price may seem quite attractive on the surface. Take a moment and consider the cost of materials, labor, and marketing, though. To get an elliptical trainer at such a low cost, something has to be sacrificed. That “something” is QUALITY.

What do you get for such a bargain price?

You get a bargain elliptical trainer. In other words, the Weslo Momentum 630 elliptical trainer is a small, light-weight unit. It has limited features, and it is constructed of cheap, inferior parts.

If you visit the Weslo website, you’ll discover that there is no mention of any warranties on any of the pages that discuss the Momentum 630 model. Now, that can’t be a good sign!

The only product specifications of the Momentum 630 elliptical trainer mentioned on the Weslo website are the push-button resistance and the oversized pedals. Not much is said about either specification.

Only three features are listed for the Weslo Momentum 630 elliptical trainer. Those features include:

Two pre-programmed “personal trainer” workouts - Not much is said about these programs other than that each one automatically controls the trainer’s resistance level.
Heart rate monitor – I’m not sure how accurate the heart rate monitor is on an elliptical trainer in this price range. However, it is a nice feature, if it works properly. It should monitor your heart rate to ensure that you are exercising in your desired workout zone.
Scanning display – This is an LCD display which tracks and scans your heart rate, speed, time, distance, calories burned, and fat calories burned during your exercise sessions.

Of course, because cheap components are used to make the Momentum 630 elliptical trainer, don’t expect the few features this model has to always work properly without regular maintenance. In fact, don’t expect this elliptical trainer to have a very long life!

The Weslo Momentum 630 elliptical trainer does not have much to offer. All you have to do is look at this particular elliptical machine to realize that there is a good reason why it is so affordable. Without even trying out the unit, you can tell that it is not going to be very sturdy or durable. It is also not going to provide a smooth, quiet workout.

Even short, light-weight adults are going to find the ride on the Momentum 630 to be wobbly and unsteady. The noise might be enough to soon grate on anyone’s nerves! With the likelihood of constant maintenance issues and the probability of a short life span, is the Weslo Momentum 630 elliptical trainer a bargain, or is it a waste of money?

Our Review – The Weslo Momentum 630 Elliptical Trainer

I cannot, in good faith, recommend the Weslo Momentum 630 elliptical trainer. Sure, it doesn’t cost a lot of money initially, but what about the cost of maintaining this machine? Replacing parts and paying for labor can add up to quite a few dollars. You’d be better off saving your money until you can afford a better quality elliptical trainer.

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