Buying a treadmill isn’t an inexpensive investment. Our treadmill reviews and ratings guide will help you get the most for your money. For over 20 years we've been reviewing machines from all of the top manufacturers as well as some lesser known brands, providing great options for casual walkers all the way up to serious marathon runners.
No matter what you're looking for, we'll give you some great choices in all price ranges. From there it's just a matter of choosing the one that most appeals to you!
When you begin shopping for a treadmill you’ll see that that there are many different options as far as brands, models, options, prices, etc. It can be a bit overwhelming and confusing.
Our process is unique in that in addition to our own personal reviews of hundreds of treadmills over the past 20 years, we also incorporate the opinions of users, buyers and pros, as well as input from fitness store managers and brand experts.
So you'll get the good, the bad and the ugly. The pros and the cons. What brands to consider and what brands to avoid. Everything you need to know to make an informed decision.
Our Treadmill Expert Runner/Fitness Pro 25+ Years ExperienceOne of the most popular features on the site is our Best Treadmills for 2026 section that gives you top picks in many different categories.
It breaks down top selections by price range and also by use case, e.g. incline, folding, walking, etc.
We suggest reading our in-depth treadmill reviews and ratings, but if you want to get a quick overview to get started, our price and type charts give your best bets in all of the important categories.
Are you looking for a review of a particular kind of treadmill you are interested in?
Whether it’s a budget or discount model to get you started, a folding treadmill that you can hide away in your apartment, or an incline treadmill for walking we have suggestions that have been thoroughly researched.
Our reviews and ratings cover manual, motorized, home and commercial treadmills. You’ll find everything you need to know right here.
OUR TOP THREE TREADMILLS FOR HOME USE

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NordicTrack 1750 |
Sole F80 |
ProForm Pro 9000 |
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Don’t forget to check out our section on used treadmills (remanufactured and reconditioned). These are often overlooked at other sites offering treadmill reviews and ratings, but we give them the attention they deserve. We even let you know the best online stores to purchase them!
If you want to search by brand you can check out the top ICON Fitness (now iFIT Health & Fitness) treadmills such as NordicTrack and ProForm, as well as some of the most popular brands like Horizon, Sole, Life Fitness and Matrix.
Our treadmill buying guide will turn you into an educated buyer so that shopping for a treadmill will be enjoyable – you’ll understand the importance of horsepower and what to look for in running surfaces. After you’ve made your treadmill purchase, come back and visit us again.
Learn about how you can buy a treadmill with FSA/HSA accounts if you qualify.
Our tips on treadmill workouts will help you get the most from your new fitness equipment. We’re betting that with the help of our treadmill reviews you will invest in the right machine which will lead to better health for you and your family!
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