Matrix T50 Treadmill Review

Matrix T50 Treadmill 2017

Overview

The Matrix T50 is a gym-quality, non-folding treadmill first introduced a few years ago as part of the company’s leap into the residential market. With all of the features and capabilities you would expect from your health club’s equipment, this one is a real winner if you can afford the price tag.

Specifications

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Speed : up to 12.5 mph

Incline : up to 12%

Motor : 3.25 HP Johnson Drive System

Display : Four Console Choices

Treadbelt : 20" x 60"

Cushioning : Ultimate Deck System

Folding : No

Maximum user weight : 400 lbs.

Warranty : Lifetime for frame, motor, cushioning, 7 years parts, 2 years labor

Matrix T50 Treadmill - Pros

Variable Response Cushioning

The Matrix T50 features Variable Response Cushioning, consisting of three different zones delivering the ideal give/support for each part of your stride.

Along with the patented Ultimate Deck System, this is one of the most durable/impact reducing treadmills on the market today.

Choice of Consoles

Just like on its folding cousin, the Matrix TF50 treadmill, you get a choice of four different consoles with varying features.

The base XR is a bright LED display. The step up XER is a 10″ touch screen with internet and fitness apps. Then you have the XIR, a 16″ HD touch screen with web browser built in and fitness apps. At the top of the line is the newer XUR, a premium 22″ console.

Choosing between the four is just a matter of deciding what your budget is and which features appeal to you.

Johnson Drive System

The T50 also features the quiet and durable Johnson Drive System, which is quiet enough to enable you to use the treadmill anywhere without worrying about disturbing anyone.

Tons of Workouts

In addition to a nice selection of built in workouts, Matrix now offers iFit technology on all of their treadmills. This gives you access to an endless library of additional on demand and love workouts, as well as workout tracking & sharing, leaderboards and a host of other great features that make your training more enjoyable and interactive.

There is a monthly membership fee for iFit, but it’s well worth it for all of the features you are getting. You can even work out off of the treadmill as well. They occasionally offer a free 30 day trial, so you can try out iFit and see if you like it before committing to a membership.

Other Great Features

The Matrix T50 has a 20″ x 60″ deck, 5 inches wider than the the TF30 model. It inclines up to 15%, has soft touch buttons, water bottle holder, aluminum side rails a very generous warranty.

Matrix T50 Treadmill - Drawbacks

Consoles Can Be Pricey

A Matrix T50 treadmill with the XR console is $3,799…the XER is $4,599, the XIR is $5,199 and the XUR is $5,799. So if you want to save a little money opt for the basic console, unless touch screen and internet are necessities for you.

Matrix T50 Review - Conclusions

The Matrix T50 is a great treadmill for those looking for a gym level cardio machine for their home.

Matrix has been a leader in the commercial space, and now it’s looking like they might be making some serious headway in the residential market as well.

The T50 has a generously sized, advanced cushioned deck, console options, solid incline capability, plenty of workouts as well as tracking, durable construction and a very impressive warranty to back it all up.

If you prefer a folding treadmill take a look at the TF50 model as well…it’s pretty much the same machine.

If you think you might need a wider deck and an even more powerful motor, take a look at the top of the line T75 model.

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