Horizon T103 Treadmill Review

Horizon T103 is a treadmill priced at $1,000 but its features and components quality are almost identical to T102 (a $800 model).

We were lucky to test all T101, T102 and T103 models in the same period of time. This helped us make the comparison between them easy and to the point.

T103 is not the most attractive offer for $1,000. It has his strengths, but also weaknesses which make us reluctant to recommend it as a valid option.

Find out more about our test results in the conclusions.

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Horizon T103 Specifications

Speed: 0.5-12 MPH

Inclination: 0-12%

Motor: 2.75 CHP

Frame: Steel

Belt: 20″ x 55″ (50.8 cm x 139.7 cm)
The belt is backed by ComfortSELECT adjustable cushion system.

Assembled dimensions:
70″L x 33″W x 58″H (178 cm Length x 84 cm Wide x 147 cm Height)

Supported User Weight: 350 lbs (158 kg)

Warranty:
You get a lifetime warranty for motor and frame, 2 years for parts and 1 year for labor.

Horizon T103 Special Features

Led Display: same as on Horizon T102, but arranged differently and in different color.

During workout you see the same info as on Horizon T102.

Heart Rate readings: through Contact Handles

This feature is basic, same as on Horizon T101 for example.

Workouts:

Horizon T103 has the same workouts option as T101 (manual, intervals and weight loss plus the target feature), has also the new workouts added to T102 (hills and Goal Center) plus 2 Custom workouts available only on this model.

To read more about the common workouts please go to T101 Review and T102 Review.

The 2 Custom Workouts enabled on this model allow you to create your own 2 exercises. There are 15 speed profiles and 15 incline profiles you must create and save for each workout.

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Sound System:

T103 can support Mp3, CD player and iPOD as audio devices.

Mp3 and CD player input can only enable sound through the speakers included in the console.

On the other hand, when you connect the iPOD you have special support and complete Console Controls (includes volume and tracks control).

Fan: included with on/off controls

Folding treadmill:

The treadmill has the same folding system as all Horizon machines. It makes the process easier because it uses a hydraulic system which takes some pressure from your shoulders during the process.

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Conclusions

We will start by mentioning what you buy for the extra $200 if you choose T103 instead of T102:

- 1 year additional warranty for parts

- Additional 0.25 CHP for motor

- Additional 25 lbs as user maximum accepted weight (normal for the power motor added)

- 2 custom and save workouts

- iPOD dock

For us, this is not enough. Not when you can buy the 1 year extended warranty for parts AND labor at only $79 from Horizon directly. Or you could use your iPOD headsets without needing to insert them in the console.

We would definitely pay $200 for a longer and thicker belt, a target heart rate system to use the weight loss workouts, and individual user profile to insert out personal info when counting calories burned or a powerful fan.

So no, we weren’t blown away by this treadmill.

But we did notice that this model is more reliable for those who weigh over 300lbs because of the firmer cushion system and more powerful motor. This is if you use it to do walking exercise or light jogging.

Other practical features we appreciate are the folding system and the Goals Center (for the distance and time goals set). You can always train 2 hours on the treadmill for example, but we recommend you buy an extra warranty as for this type of usage parts will not last very long. They aren’t the most qualitative components, although the frame seems stable even at high speeds. These features are also found on the T102 model.

It’s not recommended for tall people interested in running. The belt is not that long to support a full stride.

In conclusion we can recommend it only if you weigh over 300 lbs (but not more than 350) and you want a treadmill to keep up with your exercises.If you need additional details visit the official page.

If you don’t fit into this category but you like the design and the other features of this Horizon model, we strongly recommend you read about the cheaper versions: T101 review and T102 review.

You can buy this treadmill:

At Horizon Fitness: Horizon T103 Treadmill for 999 $
At Sports Authority: Shop SportsAuthority.com for 999 $

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