Since 2008, Run Reviews has been helping people find the right treadmill for their home through in-depth reviews, comparisons, buying guides and practical treadmill advice.
Over the years, we’ve tested and reviewed hundreds of treadmills from many of the industry’s leading brands, including NordicTrack, ProForm, Sole, Horizon, Matrix and others. That hands-on experience gives us a unique perspective on how these machines perform, how the major brands compare and how treadmills have evolved over the years.
Our goal is simple: to give you straightforward, useful information that helps you decide which treadmill makes the most sense for your needs and budget.
Meet David Bloom
David Bloom is the chief reviewer and editor here at Run Reviews and has been reviewing treadmills and other cardio equipment for more than 15 years.
David has relationships with key personnel at many of the top treadmill companies, giving him additional insight into their product lineups, new models and technologies as they’re introduced.
A graduate of Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science degree, David is also a longtime runner and fitness enthusiast.
Our Hands-On Treadmill Experience
We’ve had the opportunity to get our hands on a lot of treadmills over the years, whether testing them at home, visiting friends and family, checking out fitness equipment stores or spending time with machines at local gyms.
Spending time on different machines gives us a much better sense of how they’re built, how they feel to use and what separates one treadmill from another. Here are a few photos of us putting some of these treadmills through their paces.
How We Review Treadmills
Our treadmill reviews draw on years of hands-on experience with different brands and models, along with detailed research into each machine’s features, specifications, pricing and position within the manufacturer’s lineup.
Whenever possible, we test treadmills ourselves at home, in fitness equipment stores, at gyms or wherever we can get access to them. We’ve also tested multiple generations of many popular treadmill models, which gives us valuable perspective when manufacturers introduce updated versions.
We look at the things that matter most when you’re actually using a treadmill, including overall build quality and stability, cushioning, running surface, motor performance, incline capabilities, console usability, programming and ease of use. We also consider price and how each treadmill compares with other machines you could buy for similar money.
When we’re unable to personally test a particular model, we rely on our previous experience with the brand and product line, detailed product research and comparisons with similar machines to provide our assessment.
If you own a treadmill and would like to share your experience with it, send us your feedback. We welcome input from real treadmill owners.
How We Choose the Best Treadmills
Our best treadmill picks are based on our experience with the machines and brands, along with factors such as performance, features, reliability, warranty coverage, owner feedback and overall value for the money.
We also consider who each treadmill is best suited for. A machine that’s a great choice for walking or light jogging may not be the right choice for a serious runner, and the most expensive treadmill isn’t necessarily the best option for everyone.
Because treadmill lineups and prices change frequently, we regularly revisit our recommendations as new models are introduced and older ones are discontinued.
Editorial Independence
Our goal is to recommend the treadmills we believe offer the best options for our readers, regardless of brand. Manufacturers do not pay us to rank their treadmills or determine which models we recommend.
Run Reviews may earn a commission when you purchase a treadmill through certain links on our site. This helps support the site and does not affect the price you pay or determine our ratings, reviews or recommendations.
Past Contributors
Anna Ursu Moore previously contributed to Run Reviews as an editor and writer, sharing her experience with treadmills, running and fitness.
Her work has also been published on Military.com, including articles on treadmill training, military fitness tests and preparing for the Army two-mile run.
Here are just a few of her articles:
- Treadmills That Train You For Military Fitness Tests
- The Gerkin Protocol Test
- How to Prepare for 2 Mile Army Run
If you have any questions or need help deciding which treadmill to buy for your home please feel free to reach out to us.