Sole F80 Review (2026): Touchscreen Pick for Heart Rate Training

The F80 uses an alloy steel frame, a long running deck and a release-lever fold. At 223 lb, it feels like a full-size treadmill and is meant to stay in one spot. On previous generations, independent testers called it one of the most solid treadmills they had tested, with a steel frame that kept the console steady even at high speed.

Long-term reports on the newest version are still limited. One owner of an older F80 reports difficulty re-centering the belt after replacing a cracked deck, so belt tracking is worth checking after any major repair.

Bottom line: a solid, full-size folding frame.

The listing specifies a 3.5 HP motor with a 0.5–12 mph range, enough for daily runs, tempo work and intervals.

One early buyer of the current generation describes a stable run at 7–8 mph and a smooth motor, which is what you want from a treadmill in this class. On the previous generation, testers found the motor smooth and quiet, measuring roughly 46 dB at 3 mph and 65 dB at 12 mph, but noted that speed and incline changes were slow.

Bottom line: more than enough power for home runners.

The running surface measures 22 × 60 inches according to the listing, long enough for a full running stride and wide enough to drift a little without hitting the rails.

Sole lists an 18 mm cushioned deck. The cushioning is not adjustable, so the feel is fixed. On previous generations, testers described it as firm, closer to pavement than plush: good for road-race training, possibly too firm if you have sensitive joints.

Bottom line: roomy, with a firmer feel suited to road runners.

Incline goes up to 15%; there is no decline. Programs include Manual, Hill, Fat Burn, Cardio, Strength, HIIT, 10K and Custom, plus two heart rate control programs, seven fitness tests and twelve workout templates.

The heart rate control programs are the reason it leads our heart rate guide: pair a Bluetooth heart rate monitor and the treadmill can adjust your workout to keep you in a target zone.

Bottom line: one of the deepest program sets for heart rate training.

The 10.1-inch touchscreen connects over Bluetooth to speakers, heart rate monitors and fitness apps, and Sole lists the SOLE+ app for this model. No paid plan is required to use the built-in programs.

Early feedback on the console is mixed. One buyer finds the screen hard to read in natural daylight, the fan weak and no tablet holder; another reports that a required software update caused long freezes and error messages. Treat these as single reports, but test the console early in the return window. On the previous generation, testers also found the metric text small, quick keys that skip some speeds and no physical volume button, and one shorter tester found the console hard to reach while running.

Bottom line: a capable console, with some early software and visibility complaints.

Assembled, it needs 77 × 36 inches of floor space and stands 59 inches tall. Folded, the depth drops to 48 inches, but the deck rises to 66 inches.

On previous generations, testers found the folded deck easy to roll on its four transport wheels, though slightly heavy to lift. The step-up height is 8 inches, so tall users should check headroom. A mat under the frame helps reduce noise and vibration in upstairs rooms.

Bottom line: it folds, but it remains a large machine.

The F80 ships by freight with curbside delivery only, and the carrier schedules the delivery with you, so plan help to bring it inside. Optional assembly services are handled by a provider that is not affiliated with Sole.

The warranty covers the frame and motor for life, parts for 1 year and labor for 90 days. The Sole F89 adds 3 years on parts if longer coverage matters to you.

Bottom line: long coverage on the core components, short on labor.