Space Saver
Treadmills

Space Saver Treadmills - these can be a great way for you to accomplish several goals. Here are the main reasons people decide to buy space saver treadmills in preference to fixed models.

Have a treadmill without having the space to devote for it.

Have a treadmill that is easy to clean under on a regular basis.

Have a very stable treadmill that is overbuilt structurally.


These are some of the advantages to a space saver treadmill. Of course, there are some disadvantages to these models as well.

On average, space saver treadmills are cheaper than their non-space saver counterparts.

For most companies, more money has to be devoted to a folding mechanism so a comparably priced non-space saver treadmill will have a price advantage…meaning you will pay more for a comparable space saver machine.

The folding mechanism has more parts that can break.


Let's discuss the advantages, then the disadvantages. First, it is a great way to pack a big exercise machine into a small space.

There is no way around it, if you don't have the room, it is next to impossible to fit a machine that takes up nearly 20 square feet of space into a spot that only has 6 square feet of room unless it will fold up. This works perfectly in apartments or homes where you either don't want or can't have a treadmill that is intrusive.

We emphasize cleanliness with your treadmill and there is no easier way to clean underneath a treadmill than by having one that will fold up and out of the way to clean under. On a regular basis, you can simply fold the treadmill up and clean underneath to prolong the mechanical and electrical systems' life.

Finally, most space saver units have extra structural support to help the space saver mechanism work and so they are typically very solid machines.This is not true of all models but on the whole, it is a truism.

Now to the disadvantages…Since most lower-priced treadmills are space saver units, the perception has become that all space saver treadmills are cheap.

It is true that in the beginning all space saver treadmills were cheap but now they have become better. Still some models are cheap but justice is not served on many, high quality space saver units that are available on the market.

In fact, now many space saver units are better than some non-space saver treadmills.Does this mean that non-space saver treadmills are going the way of the dinosaur?

Not at all, but there is definitely a place for space saver treadmills in this day and many are better than their counterparts.

Keep in mind the mechanism to make them fold costs more for most machines, so if you are comparing a $2000 space saver treadmill with a $2000 non-space saver treadmill, chances are the non-space saver unit is a better value if you don't need the space saver feature.

On the low end of the scale, one manufacturer has actually figured out how to make the space saver units cheaper so if you are looking for a sub-$1000 treadmill and a few $1000+ units, the rule that they cost more does not apply.

As with all mechanical devices, if you have a space saver treadmill, you typically have more parts that can break. It is fair to keep in mind that we don't know of a single space saver system that is susceptible to breakdowns but there are items such as gas filled shocks, springs, bushings, etc. that can wear out in these systems.

With all of this in mind, you may be wondering if a space saver unit is worth it at all. The truth of the matter is that, all things being equal, you will know if you need one of these machines or not.

Just keep in mind the advantages and disadvantages and don't feel like you are getting an inferior machine just because it folds up. For most brands, you are getting a comparable treadmill but you will pay more for this feature in the quality brands.



Finally, here are our recommendations for space saver Treadmills based on build quality, ease of use and value for money.

(click on the links to go to the review page for that individual treadmill.)

Space Saver Treadmills

 HealthRider T600i Treadmill


Healthrider R60 Treadmill


Horizon T63 Treadmill 


Horizon T73 Treadmill 


Horizon Fitness T64HR Treadmill 


Image 15.0R


Image 16.0 Q


Image Advanced 3000 Treadmill 


Nordic Track Viewpoint 2800 Treadmill


Nordic Track X5 Incline Trainer


Proform 675 Cross Trainer Treadmill


 Reebok 9500 ES Treadmill  


Smooth 5.25   (2007 awards "Excellent value")


Smooth 6.25 


Smooth 7.1HR Pro 


Smooth 9.17 HRO


 Sole F80 Treadmill


 Sole F83 Treadmill


 Sole F85 Treadmill


Spirit XT8 Treadmill 


Spirit XT9 Treadmill 


Spirit XT10 Treadmill 


Spirit XT200 Treadmill 


Spirit XT600 Treadmill 


Spirit Z8 Treadmill 


Spirit Z88 Treadmill 


Spirit Z100 Treadmill 


Spirit Z500 Treadmill 


 Trimline T345 Folding Treadmill


 Weslo Cardio Stride Plus


 Weslo Cadence G-25 Treadmill











This feature on Space Saver Treadmills is presented to provide the consumer with informed advice on space saving treadmill selection.

About Us | Treadmill Reviews | Contact Us | Sitemap