NordicTrack Commercial 2450 Treadmill Review

The huge 24″ HD touchscreen is one of the biggest reasons to choose the 2450 over the Commercial 1750, which comes with a 16″ screen.

It’s large enough that the iFIT workouts really do become part of the experience, especially when you’re following a trainer or running through different locations around the world. The screen also pivots so you can turn it for strength training, stretching and other workouts off the treadmill.

The pivoting screens are one of the newest features of NordicTrack treadmills, and have been a welcome upgrade from the fixed versions on previous models.

You can also use the screen for entertainment while you work out, including supported streaming apps through iFIT.

The 2450 now has a powerful 4.25 CHP motor and reaches speeds up to 14 mph, compared to 12 mph on the 1750 and 1250.

Most people will never come close to running 14 mph for very long, but the extra speed and power are nice to have if you’re doing sprints, intervals or more serious running.

It’s also one of the reasons the 2450 is better suited for heavier training than NordicTrack’s less expensive models.

The current 2450 uses NordicTrack’s RunFlex cushioning, which is designed to absorb impact while still giving you a stable surface to run on.

We’ve always liked the cushioning on NordicTrack treadmills, especially compared to running outside on concrete or asphalt. If you’re putting a lot of miles on your treadmill, reducing some of that impact on your knees, ankles and back can make a real difference.

iFIT has always been one of the biggest selling points of NordicTrack treadmills, and it’s become even more integrated into the machines over the years.

There are thousands of trainer-led workouts to choose from, including runs and walks all over the world as well as strength training, yoga and other workouts off the treadmill.

What makes it especially useful on the 2450 is that the treadmill can automatically adjust your speed and incline during workouts. SmartAdjust can also adapt the workout based on your fitness level, while ActivePulse can make adjustments based on your heart rate with a compatible monitor.

You’ll need an iFIT Pro membership to take advantage of these features, so keep that additional cost in mind.

The Commercial 2450 gives you up to 12% incline as well as -3% decline, allowing you to train both uphill and downhill instead of simply increasing the grade.

We especially like the decline capability because it makes iFIT’s outdoor routes feel more realistic when the treadmill automatically follows the terrain. It’s also useful for changing up the muscles you’re working rather than doing every workout on a flat belt.

If you’re really into incline training, NordicTrack’s X Series goes much further. But the 2450 gives you plenty of range for normal running, interval and hill workouts.

Despite being one of NordicTrack’s more serious running treadmills, the 2450 still folds up when you’re finished using it. That’s a nice advantage if you’re putting it in a bedroom, basement or other space that isn’t exclusively used as a home gym.

You also get Bluetooth headphone and heart-rate connectivity, built-in speakers, a USB-C charging port and other smaller conveniences that round out the package.

The Commercial 2450 is a great choice if you’re a serious runner and want one of the most capable traditional treadmills NordicTrack makes. It’s a step up from the 1750, primarily giving you the much larger screen and higher top speed, so we’d lean toward the 2450 if those upgrades are important to you.

If you’re mostly walking, jogging or doing more moderate workouts, we’d probably save the money and go with the 1750. And if steep incline training is your main focus, the X Series makes more sense with its much greater incline and decline capability.

We also think the 2450 makes the most sense if you’re excited about using iFIT. So much of the NordicTrack experience is built around the trainers, automatic adjustments and interactive workouts that you’re getting more out of the machine if you actually plan to use them.

You can use the 2450 manually without an iFIT membership, but if you have no interest in iFIT at all, we’d probably look at other brands before spending this much on a NordicTrack.

The 2450 probably isn’t worth the extra money if the larger screen and additional performance aren’t things you’ll really appreciate. The 1750 gives you a very similar overall treadmill and will be the better value for a lot of people.

We’d also look elsewhere if you prefer a simpler treadmill experience. There are plenty of excellent machines from Sole, Horizon and others that put more of the emphasis on getting on and working out without making the technology such a big part of the machine.

And despite the Commercial name, the 2450 isn’t a true commercial treadmill. If you’re looking for the kind of heavy-duty machine you’d find in a health club, brands like Life Fitness, Matrix and TRUE are more appropriate places to look.

I’ve reviewed a lot of NordicTrack treadmills over the years, and the 2450 has always been one of the more interesting models in the lineup. The 1750 gets most of the attention, and deservedly so, but the 2450 has traditionally been the one for people who want a little more without moving into the very different X Series.

I think that’s still exactly where it belongs. The 1750 remains the model I’d recommend to the most people because it’s tough to beat for the money. But if I were a serious runner, I’d have no problem spending more for the 2450. The larger screen is a legitimate upgrade when you’re actually using iFIT, and the additional power and speed give the 2450 an edge for harder training.

I also wouldn’t automatically jump from the 2450 to the X Series just because those models cost more. I’ve always viewed the X Series (which used to be called Incline Trainers when we first started reviewing treadmills) as a different type of treadmill. Their huge incline range is the main attraction, while the 2450 is the better choice in my opinion if traditional running is the priority.

After reviewing NordicTrack machines for as long as I have, I’ve seen plenty of models come and go. The 2450 has stuck around because it fills a legitimate spot in the lineup. It’s not the NordicTrack I’d recommend to everyone, and I don’t think it needs to be.

If the 1750 doesn’t quite give you everything you want and you’re willing to spend more for one of NordicTrack’s best running treadmills, the Commercial 2450 is the one I’d buy.